Aug 14
The ongoing discussions surrounding the United States Farm Bill remain a critical focus for agricultural producers across the nation. In a detailed conversation, Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Dr. Amy Hagerman from Oklahoma State University’s Department of Agricultural Economics to break down the latest developments in federal policy. They examined the comparison between the …
Aug 13
In this crop market update, Farm Director KC Sheperd sits down with Oklahoma State University crop marketing specialist Todd Hubbs to analyze the latest USDA WASDE report and its impact on regional and global commodity markets. Domestic Crop Acreage and Yield Projections The latest USDA WASDE report brought several notable shifts in domestic acreage numbers. …
Aug 12
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Dr. Richard Prather, the new dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Oklahoma State University, about his veterinary career, the shortage of large-animal veterinarians, and his vision for serving Oklahoma’s rural livestock producers. A Second-Generation Veterinarian Dr. Richard Prather’s path into …
Aug 07
The wheat market volatility continues to create an unpredictable landscape for producers navigating shifting global supplies, high domestic prices, and ongoing international conflicts. In a recent interview, Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs to discuss current market trends, pricing strategies, and what lies ahead for grain …
Jul 31
In a recent “Hess Address” segment, Oklahoma State University President Dr. Jim Hess outlined the university’s ambitious strategic vision for 2031, major campus facility investments, and progress on a $2 billion comprehensive fundraising campaign that recently reached its $1 billion milestone. From expanding lower-division course offerings in Tulsa to constructing state-of-the-art research and veterinary facilities, …
Jul 31
Oklahoma Cattle Women scholarships are helping support the next generation of agricultural leaders, with this year’s recipients sharing a common passion for livestock, veterinary medicine, and advocating for the agriculture industry. The scholarship winners—Sadiee Wright, Taryn McCaa, and Chloe Silka—each have deep roots in Oklahoma agriculture and plan to continue serving the livestock industry through …
Jul 30
Grain markets continue to experience sharp price swings as geopolitical conflicts in the Black Sea region and shifting weather patterns create unpredictable trading conditions across global commodity markets. Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs broke down these market dynamics in a discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, offering strategy insights for producers …
Jul 28
The Oklahoma State University Extension Summer DEMO Day in Chickasha gave agricultural producers and industry professionals direct access to practical research on soil health, water management, and summer cropping systems. Farm Report Intern Presley Strickland spoke with Dr. Daniel Adamson, OSU Extension Soil and Water Conservation Specialist, during the event at the South Central Research …
Jul 21
The annual Big 3 Field Days recently brought together thousands of agricultural students and advisors from across the state to test their livestock judging skills and build community. For young participants and seasoned agricultural educators alike, the Big 3 Field Days serve as a premier proving ground for leadership, decision-making, and hands-on agricultural education. Oklahoma …
Jul 16
The Wheat Marketing Center (WMC) welcomed a team of bakery and milling professionals from South Korea for its 2026 Korean Bakery Product Development Short Course, reinforcing a longstanding international partnership with U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) and advancing research on the performance of U.S. wheat in global bakery applications. “Programs like the Korean Bakery Product Development …
