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Small Grain Grazing Systems Can Cut Winter Feed Costs for Oklahoma Cattle Producers

Oklahoma cattle producers looking to manage winter feed costs may find one of their best tools already in the field. According to Oklahoma State University Extension Forage Specialist Brian Pugh, in a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, small-grain grazing systems are a valuable option for adding gain to stocker cattle, stretching forage …

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Introducing Jacey Treadwell of the Oologah FFA, Your 2026 Northeast Area Star in Agricultural Production

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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Dr. Richard Prather Appointed New Dean for OSU College of Veterinary Medicine

Oklahoma State University President Jim Hess announced Friday the appointment of Dr. Richard Prather, DVM, as dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, effective June 30. Prather brings four decades of veterinary practice experience and extensive relationships across Oklahoma’s veterinary, agricultural and industry communities as the college prepares to build a transformational $329 million teaching …

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Oklahoma Producer Joe Popplewell Joins National Pork Producer Board, Eyes Prop 12 Fix, Workforce and Trade Priorities

Joe Popplewell, a longtime Oklahoma pork producer and former president of the Oklahoma Pork Council, is the first Oklahoman elected to the National Pork Producers Council board of directors, bringing state-level experience to national policy work. Popplewell and Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays talked about lifetime of service to the pork industry and …

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Evaluating Wheat Varieties and Disease Pressure at Chickasha Field Day

At the recent Chickasha Field Day, producers gathered to evaluate the performance of various wheat varieties and discuss the significant disease pressure impacting Oklahoma’s wheat crop this season. Associate Farm Reporter, Carli Davenport, spoke with Dr. Amanda Silva, Associate Professor and Extension Specialist at Oklahoma State University, about the current state of the crop and …

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Introducing Brayden Cowan of the Thomas Fay Custer FFA, Your 2026 Southwest Area Star in Agricultural Prooduction

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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Shannon Ferrell Says Ranch Succession Planning Starts With One Step

In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with agricultural economist and professor at Oklahoma State University, Dr. Shannon Ferrell, who says ranch families across the country are recognizing that succession planning can no longer wait. Ferrell says the response since presenting his ranch succession planning ideas at CattleCon 2026 has …

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In This Week’s Drought Monitor: Oklahoma Sees Improvement as Rain Remains Critical

To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Oklahoma saw a slight improvement in drought conditions this week, with statewide drought numbers edging lower compared to last week. Southeastern Oklahoma continues to see conditions improve as drought classifications subside, offering some relief in an area that has dealt with persistent dryness. Even with that progress, …

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Introducing Zach Allen of the Guthrie FFA, Your 2026 Northwest Area Star in Agricultural Business

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 Rylan Arnold of the Madill FFA, Your 2026 Southeast Area Star in Agricultural Business

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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