Sep 03
Auctions can be a good opportunity for Oklahoma farmers and ranchers looking to sell equipment, livestock supplies or other items, according to Ken Carpenter, owner of Ken Carpenter Auction and Realty. Carpenter spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport about the auction process, what agricultural equipment is selling well, and what farmers can expect from …
Sep 03
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. August is officially in the books, but Oklahoma is still dealing with exceptional drought, which was present every week throughout the month and has expanded again this week to cover 12.64% of Oklahoma. While the dry stretch continues, there is some hope for rain, with central and …
Sep 03
While nitrogen price increases have captured widespread attention, phosphate fertilizers have staged a quiet, multi-year climb that is now accelerating into major expense increases for producers. University of Illinois agricultural economist Nick Paulson noted that rising sulfur prices and global supply chain disruptions have become the primary driving forces behind surging phosphate costs. Sulfur’s Role …
Sep 02
The countdown is officially underway for the 2026 Oklahoma State Fair, scheduled to run from September 17 through September 27. Marking the latest opening date on the fair’s historical calendar, organizers are gearing up for eleven days of food, music, family entertainment, and agricultural showcase events. Adding to the excitement this year, fairgoers will be …
Sep 01
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 …
Aug 31
In the latest Crop Progress report from USDA, the U.S. corn crop is rated 57% Good to Excellent this week, equal to last week. Soybean crop conditions are rated 58% good to excellent this week, down 2 points from last week. The U.S. cotton crop is rated 39% good to excellent this week, up 2 …
Aug 28
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Kansas State University livestock economist Dr. Glynn Tonsor, who discusses the Meat Demand Monitor and what the project is revealing about consumer attitudes toward beef and other meat proteins. Meat Demand Monitor Tracks Consumer Behavior The Meat Demand Monitor has been tracking …
Aug 27
Oklahoma is officially fully engulfed in drought, with 100% of the state now experiencing at least Moderate Drought (D1) conditions according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor update. This marks the first time since November 1, 2022, that every part of the state has met the moderate drought threshold. Severe conditions continue to expand rapidly …
Aug 27
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays features comments from Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association President-elect Jess Kane, with the interview conducted by KC Sheperd. Kane was part of a beef roundtable called by Governor Kevin Stitt earlier this week, where cattle producers voiced frustration over the uncertainty created by President Trump’s recent …
Aug 27
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Drought conditions continue to worsen across Oklahoma as persistent heat and a lack of meaningful rainfall put more stress on farmers and ranchers. Exceptional drought now covers 12.06% of the state, while moderate to extreme drought affects all of Oklahoma. And with no significant rainfall in the …
