Although May exports of U.S. pork were higher year-over-year, volumes were significantly diminished by Mexico’s restrictions on pork offal items, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). May beef exports were below last year’s volume but edged higher in value. Pork exports totaled 245,874 metric tons …
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Jul 08
Dr. Glynn Tonsor: June Meat Demand Monitor Shows Signs of Improving Consumer Confidence
In today’s Beef Buzz, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Kansas State University agricultural economist Glynn Tonsor about the June Meat Demand Monitor, a monthly survey funded by the beef and pork checkoffs that measures consumer attitudes toward meat purchases. After months of growing pessimism about household finances, the latest report …
Jul 07
High input-cost concerns continue to weigh on farmer sentiment
Farmer sentiment dropped again in June as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer (AEB) Index declined from 119 points in May to 113 points in June (see Figure 1). The Index of Current Conditions fell by 5 points, while the Index of Future Expectations fell by 7 points (see Figure 2). June’s Current Conditions Index was 26 points below its December 2025 …
Jul 06
USDA Undersecretary Richard Fordyce Announces Modernized Acreage Reporting to Streamline Operations for Farmers
In a recent interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, USDA Undersecretary Richard Fordyce detailed significant advancements in agricultural administration, highlighting how the USDA’s modernized acreage reporting system is set to transform daily operations for producers. Following recent testimony before the House Agriculture Committee regarding the implementation of the farm bill, Fordyce explained that while various agencies …
Jul 03
Unlocking Key Trends: Dr. Todd Hubbs on Surging Oklahoma Soybean Acreage, Volatile Grain Markets, and the Return of Canola
Oklahoma producers are navigating a shifting landscape following the latest USDA Acreage and Grain Stocks reports. To break down what these numbers mean for the region, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Oklahoma State University Extension crop marketing specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs to analyze how surging Oklahoma soybean acreage, emerging winter canola rotations, and …
Jun 30
Express Ranches Legacy Lives On as Donnie Robertson Reflects on 30+ Years of Excellence
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Donnie Robertson, vice president of Express Ranches, about the remarkable legacy of one of the nation’s top seedstock operations after the Funk family announced plans to disperse the ranch’s beef cattle operation. When discussing elite seedstock programs in the U.S., Express Ranches …
Jun 29
Crop Progress: Wheat Harvest Wraps Up in Oklahoma While Pasture Conditions Slip
According to the latest crop progress report released on June 29th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat harvest is at 98% complete this week, compared to 95% last week. Kansas winter wheat crop is ranked 14% good to excellent, 31% fair, and 55% poor to very poor. Winter wheat harvested is at 72% compared to 58% last …
Jun 29
AgHerculture Conference Returns to Empower Young Women in Oklahoma Agriculture
The AgHerculture Conference is returning this August, offering Oklahoma high school and college women a unique opportunity to explore careers, build connections, and strengthen their place in the future of agriculture. During a conversation with Bryce Boyer, Director of Communications for the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry, Boyer told associate farm reporter Carli …
Jun 26
White House MAHA Initiative Drives Major Shift in Biofuel Tax Incentives, Regenerative Agriculture, and Pesticide Regulations
President Donald Trump hosted a gathering of agricultural leaders at the White House to launch a sweeping federal push targeting regenerative agriculture and crop protection alternatives. The event, aligned with the administration’s Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, introduced a series of executive directives and regulatory changes to modernize American farming and address human health …
Jun 26
OSU’s Todd Hubbs says Favorable Weather and Heavy Supplies Stifle Grain Markets
Grain prices are under continued pressure as favorable weather and heavy global supplies limit upward momentum, leaving agricultural producers struggling to find a footing in the current market. Oklahoma State University Extension crop marketing specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs notes that while the seasonal shift has introduced new variables, excellent growing conditions across key production areas …
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