Jun 25
Oklahoma Junior Wheat Show 2026 is giving 4-H and FFA students across the state a chance to showcase their wheat production skills, compete for scholarships, and gain valuable experience in grain quality evaluation. In a recent conversation with senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays, Mike Schulte of the Oklahoma Wheat Commission highlighted key dates, …
Jun 25
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Tyler Cozzins, director of the Livestock Market Information Center, who discusses what the latest cattle on feed report reveals about feedlot inventories, dressed weights, and beef demand heading into the summer grilling season. Cattle Staying on Feed Longer Cozzins said one of …
Jun 25
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. As Oklahoma moves deeper into summer, drought continues to shape conditions for producers across the state. Although eastern Oklahoma has seen improving moisture, severe dryness in the west is still driving higher input costs, stressing pastures, and adding pressure to already difficult production decisions. According to the …
Jun 24
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Michael Kelsey, Executive Vice President of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, about the growing threat of New World Screwworm as confirmed cases continue moving north through Texas, raising concerns for cattle producers in Oklahoma. With 16 total cases now confirmed and 13 still …
Jun 23
The 2026 Oklahoma wheat harvest is rapidly drawing to a close, with operations estimated at 95% complete. While producers are pushing to finish the remaining irrigated acres in the Panhandle and final fields in north-central and northeastern portions of the state, recent heavy rainfall has forced them to contend with incredibly muddy field conditions. Despite …
Jun 23
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 …
Jun 22
Which wheat – or blend of wheats – works best for what product? That’s the ultimate question teams come to answer during the End Product Collaborative Short Course at the Wheat Marketing Center (WMC) in Portland, Oregon. The course is designed to put different wheat blends to the test for the specific end products that …
Jun 22
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Dr. Derrell Peel, who says heavier cattle and bigger carcass weights are creating both opportunities and concerns across the beef industry. More Days on Feed Means More Beef Production Peel said the latest Cattle on Feed report reflects a continuation of a …
Jun 22
A powerful, destructive line of thunderstorms ripped through western and central Oklahoma during the overnight hours of Sunday into early Monday morning, June 22, triggering rare “destructive” warnings for the Oklahoma City metropolitan area. The National Weather Service issued its highest tier of severe thunderstorm warnings just after 1 a.m. CT as the fast-moving complex …
Jun 19
U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) will convene its Summer Board of Directors Meeting June 22-25 in Fargo, North Dakota, bringing together wheat growers, industry leaders, and USW staff to discuss market conditions, export opportunities, and challenges facing the U.S. wheat industry. The gathering will feature committee meetings, market analysis presentations and discussions focused on trends in …
