Oct 20
The Texas cattle feeding industry is navigating challenges ranging from Mexican cattle imports and New World screwworm concerns to labor disruptions and the need for long-term herd rebuilding. Laphe Laroe, outgoing chairman of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association (TCFA) and director of operations at Smith Cattle Company, discussed these issues with senior farm and ranch …
Oct 20
Trey Myers, a member of the Perkins-Tryon FFA chapter in Oklahoma, is wrapping up a year of national service as the ninth national FFA president from Oklahoma. In a conversation with Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays ahead of the 99th National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Myers reflected on his journey through FFA, the …
Oct 20
President Donald J. Trump, alongside U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins, announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will make $8 billion available for one-time payments to American farmers this harvest season to provide relief during temporary market disruptions and increased input costs. “President Trump is the most pro-farmer president of my lifetime and …
Oct 20
On Tuesdays, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays visits with Ben Hale of Western Livestock Auctions as he talks about the latest in the markets and more. Established in 1995, Western has grown into a multi-generational family-owned and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the …
Oct 19
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. Corn Crop is rated 56% Good to Excellent this week, equal to 56% a week ago. Corn harvested stands at 44%. Soybeans harvested stands at 64%. The U.S. Cotton Crop is rated 35% good to excellent this week versus 34% a week ago. Cotton harvested …
Oct 19
Thousands of attendees filled historic Stockyards City this past Saturday, October 17, for the annual Stockyards Stampede, a daylong celebration showcasing Oklahoma’s rich Western heritage and vibrant agricultural community. The festivities kicked off at 10:00 a.m. with the Slash O’ Ranch Longhorns parading down Exchange Avenue from the iconic Oklahoma National Stockyards archway. Visitors enjoyed …
Oct 19
Oklahoma FFA state officer Annie Schneider is preparing to represent Oklahoma at the 2026 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana, where she will serve as a delegate and compete in the national extemporaneous public speaking contest. Schneider, a member of the Seiling FFA chapter, spoke with Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays about her …
Oct 19
The Logan County Horse Club in Guthrie is giving young people an opportunity to learn about horses, participate in educational activities and explore 4-H horse competitions, regardless of whether they own a horse. Lizzie Chapa, a Logan County OSU Extension educator, said the club is being restarted to give local youth more opportunities to learn …
Oct 18
Over 500 cattle producers are gathering in downtown Oklahoma City through Tuesday for the 2026 Texas Cattle Feeders Association Annual Convention. Among those who will be speaking to the cattlemen are Laphe Laroe, TCFA Chairman, Hunter Ihrman, NCBA’s Executive Director for Strategic Engagement and Dr. Derrell Peel, Oklahoma State Extension Specialist for Livestock Marketing. Oklahoma …
Oct 16
Heavy widespread rains across Oklahoma brought much-needed moisture to dry soil, but Southern Plains crop markets face pressure from bearish federal production reports and shifting export dynamics. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Oklahoma State University Extension Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs to examine how regional planting delays, local basis trends, and …
