Mar 24
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 …
Mar 23
Following a contentious confirmation battle, the U.S. Senate voted 54–45 on Monday to officially name Markwayne Mullin confirmed as DHS Secretary, tasking the former MMA fighter and Oklahoma businessman with resolving a partial department shutdown and overhauling federal border operations. The vote, which largely followed party lines, positions Mullin to lead the government’s third-largest department …
Mar 23
Oklahoma State Senator Grant Green, representing District 28, recently reflected on both his long connection to youth livestock shows and key issues facing Oklahoma during a conversation at the Oklahoma Youth Expo with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays. With a background rooted in agriculture, Green emphasized the lasting impact of programs like the …
Mar 23
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Dr. Derrell Peel, who breaks down the latest Cattle on Feed report and what it signals for the cattle market moving forward. A Report Shaped by Weather Disruptions Peel says the latest numbers came in mostly steady, but not without some unusual …
Mar 23
The latest data from the USDA Economic Research Service’s Food Dollar Series provides a clear picture of how consumer food spending is distributed across the U.S. food supply chain. While farmers and ranchers produce the raw commodities that make food production possible, most of the economic value associated with food spending – the price at the grocery …
Mar 23
Oklahoma State Climatologist Gary McManus reports that while the recent stretch of extreme temperatures was significant, it fell just short of the most intense March heat wave in state history. Despite wind chills dipping into the single digits and teens earlier in the week, the state quickly transitioned into a record-breaking environment that saw temperatures …
Mar 20
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 …
Mar 20
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee continues to expand its outreach through education programs, leadership opportunities, and advocacy efforts that highlight the role of women in agriculture. During a recent conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport, Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Chair Mignon Bolay discussed several initiatives aimed at supporting teachers, connecting women …
Mar 19
The Oklahoma Youth Expo Grand Drive, held for the first time inside the new OG&E Coliseum, brought together the state’s top young exhibitors for a showcase of elite talent and premier livestock. Four species took center stage—barrows, lambs, goats, and steers—highlighting the hard work, dedication, and showmanship of youth from across Oklahoma. The show began …
Mar 19
Oklahoma producers are keeping a close eye on the skies and their soil thermometers as they evaluate Early Season Cotton Considerations for the 2026 planting season. In a recent interview, Farm Director KC Sheperd sat down with Oklahoma State University (OSU) Cotton Extension Specialist Jenny Dudak to discuss the critical factors influencing this year’s crop. …
