Tag: FFA

Introducing Griffin Payne of the Thomas Fay Custer FFA, Your 2026 Southwest Area Star in Agricultural Placement

During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …

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Introducing Parker Simic of the Garber FFA, Your 2026 Northwest Area Star in Agricultural Placement

During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four categories – Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness, and Star …

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Oklahoma FFA Convention 2026: State President Cooper Kline Reflects on 100th Milestone

The Oklahoma FFA Convention 2026 is quickly approaching, and according to State President Cooper Kline, this year’s event carries a historic weight as members prepare to celebrate the organization’s 100th convention. As the countdown continues, Kline says the moment is finally starting to feel real for him and his officer team. “It’s kind of a …

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Sale of Champions Matches 2025 $1.4 Million in First OYE Finale in OG&E Coliseum

The 2026 Oklahoma Youth Expo reached its grand crescendo today as the Sale of Champions took center stage, marking a historic milestone in the world’s largest junior livestock show- the 213 animals and owners that made the sale cashed in for a total of $1.4 million- the same amount generated a year earlier. For the …

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Oklahoma FFA Hits 100-Year Milestone: Membership Surges and Centennial Convention Plans Revealed

The Oklahoma FFA is gearing up for a historic year as it prepares to celebrate a century of leadership, personal growth, and career success. In a recent conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma FFA’s Jaycey Fye shared updates on the organization’s upcoming events, the 100-Year Milestone, and its remarkable evolution since its inception. A …

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More Students Compete and Win in Junior Speech Contest Day Two at Cattlemen’s Congress

It was day two on Monday for the inaugural Cattlemen’s Congress Junior Speech contest. Over the two sessions held on Wednesday January 7th and Monday January 12th- entries from 13 states and the youth competed in five categories in three age divisions. Close to 90 students competed on day two- and the winners listed below …

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2025 in Review- A Six Pack of Stories Impacting Oklahoma Agriculture

Lots of stories were important to our farm and ranch community- but here are a half dozen stories that mattered to many in our region- they are in no particular order. New World Screwworm in Mexico- Heading North This story actually started in November of 2024, with the announcement by the Mexican government and the …

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80th Annual AFR State Speech Contest Challenges Oklahoma Youth

American Farmers & Ranchers (AFR) wrapped up its annual fall speech contest series Saturday, Dec. 6, at Oklahoma State University (OSU) in Stillwater. This marks the 80th year of the statewide contest. The event has gone through many changes over the years but has always maintained its central agricultural theme. Varying by grade level, this year’s …

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Oklahoma FFA Claims Most Agriscience Champions at 2025 National FFA Convention

The National FFA Agriscience Fair recognizes students who gain real-world, hands-on experiences in agricultural enterprises. Students use scientific principles and emerging technologies to solve complex problems related to agriculture, food and natural resources. The agriscience fair is for middle and high school students. Students compete in one of six categories in the agriscience fair and under one …

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Oklahoma Claims Four National Championships in Proficiency Awards at 2025 National FFA Convention

At the 2025 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Oklahoma claimed four National Championships out of the 45 Proficiency Award categories. Agricultural proficiency awards honor FFA members who, through Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs), have developed specialized skills that they can apply toward their future careers. Students compete in areas ranging from agricultural communications to wildlife management. Proficiency awards …

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