Jun 18
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. For the first time in months, Oklahoma’s drought map is showing meaningful relief across eastern Oklahoma, where a large portion of the region is now officially drought-free. After weeks of steady and, in some cases, heavy rainfall, the latest U.S. Drought Monitor reflects one of the most …
Jun 17
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with John Hutcheson, with Merck Animal Health, who discusses a newly available product designed to help cattle producers combat the threat of New World Screwworm. The prescription pour-on product, Exzolt Cattle CA1, offers both treatment and prevention against screwworm infestations, giving producers another …
Jun 16
As the summer progresses, finalizing planting and navigating unexpected weather shifts have made early-season cotton management a top priority for producers across the region. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently caught up with Oklahoma State University Cotton Extension Specialist Jenny Dudak to discuss the current state of the crop, critical weed and insect strategies, and an …
Jun 15
According to the latest crop progress report released on June 15th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 100%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 9% good to excellent, 61% poor to very poor, and 30% fair. Oklahoma winter wheat harvested is at 73% this week, compared to 44% last week. Kansas winter wheat headed …
Jun 15
Oklahoma’s weather has shifted dramatically into a pattern of widespread precipitation, providing a much-needed reprieve for large portions of the state following an exceptionally dry May. State Climatologist Gary McManus noted that the sudden transition mirrors a dramatic turnaround, with several regions already accumulating more rainfall during the first half of June than they recorded …
Jun 11
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Despite recent rainfall improving conditions in parts of Oklahoma, drought continues to grip much of the state, with exceptional drought remaining entrenched across portions of western Oklahoma. Producers in the hardest-hit areas are still facing the effects of prolonged dryness, including stressed pastures, reduced forage production, and …
Jun 10
Leaders from several of the nation’s most influential organizations – including members of the Agricultural Coalition for USMCA – told members of the House Agriculture Committee today that the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement provides massive benefits to farmers and agricultural communities and underscored the need to strengthen and renew the agreement. “USMCA has been the gold …
Jun 09
The agricultural community is on high alert as new cases of the New World screwworm continue to emerge, bringing the threat closer to Oklahoma producers. In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University Extension beef cattle specialist Dr. Rosslyn Biggs shared critical updates on the widening scope of the infestations and …
Jun 08
The upcoming vote on State Question 832 is sparking significant concern across Oklahoma’s small business sector, with industry leaders warning of sweeping economic consequences. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Jerrod Shouse, the State Director of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), to discuss the potential impacts of State Question 832 on …
Jun 05
According to U.S. Wheat Associates, the 2025/2026 marketing year closed on May 31, 2026, and U.S. wheat export sales finished the year on a strong note, providing a buffer of support for farm families during a year of low farmgate prices. Final export inspections hit 23.7 million metric tons (MMT), or 871 million bushels, representing …
