Sep 09
Winter canola is making a significant resurgence across Oklahoma and the Southern Plains, driven by surging renewable diesel demand, strong cash bids, and proven rotational yield benefits for wheat producers. In an interview with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Jeff Frazier with Scoular Market Development explained that canola is positioned as a legitimate, profitable cash crop …
Sep 09
The weak cold boundary sliding across the state overnight will bring noticeable changes to Thursday’s forecast, delivering a brief interruption to the dominant heat dome. The relief, however, will be far from uniform across Oklahoma in terms of both cloud cover, temperature drops, and actual precipitation. Temperatures: Stepping Down from the Century Mark After enduring …
Sep 08
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. corn crop is rated 56% Good to Excellent this week, down 1 point from last week, and corn harvested is at 5% nationally. Soybean crop conditions are rated 58% good to excellent this week, equal to last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 34% …
Sep 08
Oklahoma State University has announced the location of its new veterinary teaching hospital and the site of its new Agronomy Discovery Center, marking a significant investment in the future of agricultural research, veterinary education and animal healthcare. In 2025, OSU received a historic $250 million state funding appropriation to support the construction of a state-of-the-art …
Sep 08
Read an Accurate Ag Book Week is returning to classrooms across Oklahoma this September, aiming to introduce students to the realities of agriculture through engaging, factual literature. In a conversation with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Emily Ague, Ag in the Classroom state coordinator, shared how the annual initiative helps students understand the source of their …
Sep 08
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays continues his conversation with Cattlemen’s Congress Executive VP Bray Haven, who says organizers are preparing for the seventh Cattlemen’s Congress, set to begin January 3rd 2027, with an expanded board, new sales opportunities and continued efforts to grow the event for the future. Expanded …
Sep 04
Relief may finally be in sight for Southern Plains fall weather as a major atmospheric pattern shift prepares to break persistent drought conditions and relentless triple-digit heat. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Chad Merrill to discuss what agricultural producers can anticipate as empty soil profiles challenge upcoming winter wheat …
Sep 04
The recent decision by the Environmental Protection Agency regarding small refinery exemptions impact ag markets significantly across the grain and energy sectors. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Oklahoma State University crop marketing specialist Todd Hubbs to examine the market implications of the EPA’s actions, export demand bottlenecks, and grain marketing decisions facing …
Sep 04
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Dr. Jonathan Cammack, entomologist with Oklahoma State University Extension, about the latest developments surrounding New World screwworm and what livestock producers can do to help protect their animals as the threat continues. Sterile Flies Key to Screwworm Eradication Cammack discussed New …
Sep 04
As grain bin safety becomes increasingly important with corn harvest approaching, Dr. Kevin Moore, an assistant professor in Oklahoma State University’s Department of Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering, is reminding farmers and farm families just how quickly a grain bin accident can become very dangerous. Moore spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport about the hazards …
