Sep 22
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 …
Sep 21
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. Corn Crop is rated 57% Good to Excellent this week, equal to 57% a week ago. Soybean crop conditions are rated 58% good to excellent this week, equal to 58% last week. The U.S. Cotton Crop is rated 34% good to excellent this week versus …
Sep 21
Oklahoma State University researchers showcased advancements in turfgrass development and explored the potential for growing hops in Oklahoma during the university’s Turf & Landscape Field Day on Sept. 16. Oklahoma Farm Report intern Haden Snelson visited with OSU researchers and students to learn more about their ongoing research and its applications for Oklahoma growers and …
Sep 21
As cattle producers continue feeding cattle to heavier carcass weights, beef cutout values are benefiting from improved quality, but Dr. Megan Eckhardt of Oklahoma State University says producers also need to watch the potential discounts that can come with excessive external fat. Eckhardt spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport at the American Wagyu Association’s …
Sep 18
Oklahoma State Fair Announces 2026 Special Events Lineup Featuring Route 66 Centennial, Film Friday, and Community Celebrations The Oklahoma State Fair has lined up several featured special events for fairgoers to experience throughout its 11-day run at OKC Fair Park, highlighting Oklahoma-made storytelling, Mother Road heritage, family entertainment, and statewide health initiatives. Film Friday Route …
Sep 17
Oklahoma agricultural producers battling a brutal summer flash drought are finally staring down a promising forecast. The latest three-month outlooks released by the NOAA Climate Prediction Center (CPC) point toward a developing, potentially historic El Niño that could bring widespread, much-needed moisture across the Southern Plains from mid-fall through winter. According to Oklahoma State Climatologist …
Sep 17
Developing resilient grain marketing strategies is top of mind for agricultural producers as post-WASDE market dynamics, weather disruptions, and global trade uncertainties collide. Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to evaluate the commodity landscape following the latest USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) …
Sep 17
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. September is already halfway over, but drought conditions across Oklahoma continue to worsen. Exceptional drought expanded again this week, reaching its highest coverage yet in the state. With much of Oklahoma still missing out on meaningful rainfall, the dry pattern remains firmly in place. According to the Drought …
Sep 16
For producers looking to move beyond paper records, CattleMax offers a cloud-based record-keeping system that helps manage more than just cattle. Kristen Evans, director of operations at CattleMax, said in a conversation with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport that the program can help producers organize cattle, equipment, pastures, financial information, and ranch tasks in one …
Sep 16
Oklahoma State University Extension is offering a new Ag Econ After Hours series designed to help producers work through current agricultural and economic decisions. Northeast Area Extension Specialist Scott Clawson said in an interview with associate farm reporter Carli Davenport that the series was developed around questions producers are bringing to county Extension offices and …
