Tag: oklahoma
Jun 12
Evaluating the Global Wheat Landscape: Production Uncertainty and Geopolitical Shifts
While the domestic winter wheat crop continues to shrink, global wheat market dynamics and looming trade policy adjustments are keeping a lid on prices, preventing a significant price rally. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Oklahoma State University’s Todd Hubbs to analyze the latest agricultural data and its implications for producers as harvest progresses. …
Jun 12
Senator James Lankford Updates Oklahoma Producers on Key Agricultural Issues
In a recent interview, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Senator James Lankford to discuss the pressing legislative and economic challenges currently facing Oklahoma producers. From disaster relief delays to the shifting timeline of the federal farm bill, Lankford provided an inside look at the hurdles in Washington and the ongoing efforts to support …
Jun 12
G.R.O.W.S in Ag Summer Camp Teaches Youth Agriculture Education Through Hands-On Learning
Youth agriculture education is at the heart of a new summer program designed to help young people better understand where their food, clothing, and everyday essentials come from. Rhonda Spencer, founder and director of Grows in Ag, spoke with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport. Spencer says the organization’s upcoming summer camp aims to connect children with …
Jun 11
Crop Production Shows Sharp Winter Wheat Production Declines Across Southern Plains
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released updated June 1 forecasts for the 2026 winter wheat crop in a crop production report. New data highlights significant reductions across the Southern Plains—Oklahoma, Kansas, and Texas—driven by persistent drought, high abandonment, and reduced yield potential. These three Hard Red Winter (HRW) wheat states …
Jun 11
Navigating the June WASDE Report: Rich Nelson on Supply and Demand Adjustments
The June World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report has officially been released, sparking widespread discussion across the agricultural sector regarding its implications for the upcoming marketing year. To break down the numbers and understand what these adjustments mean for producers, Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Rich Nelson, the Chief Strategist …
Jun 11
NOAA Declares Official El Niño Advisory As Strong Pattern Looms For Winter
Oklahoma is currently locked in a battle with standard summer weather, but a massive shift in the tropical Pacific Ocean is about to reshape the long-term weather outlook. State Climatologist Gary McManus highlights that while short-term forecasts feature intense heat and severe storms, the big news is the official arrival of El Niño. Before looking …
Jun 11
Drought Monitor: Western Oklahoma Remains Locked in Exceptional Drought
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
U.S. Pork Exports on Robust Pace through April; Beef Exports Below Year-Ago
Exports of U.S. pork maintained strong momentum in April, led by broad-based growth in Asian and Western Hemisphere markets, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Beef exports trended lower in April due to the impasse with China, along with year-over-year declines in other major markets. Pork …
Jun 10
USDA Expands Funding and Extends Deadline for Specialty Crop Farmers Program
Eligible specialty crop producers now have until August 7 to apply for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program. The program, which utilizes pre-filled applications, aims to streamline the process for producers seeking financial support. Producers are encouraged to log in to login.gov to set up an account, where they …
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