Aug 26
Grain markets are navigating a complex web of geopolitical friction, weather uncertainty, and shifting trade policies. Oklahoma State University Extension Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to break down what producers should watch in the corn and wheat sectors, as well as key strategies for managing risk in …
Aug 25
The Payne County Fall Beef Management Seminar will give cattle producers an opportunity to discuss fall and winter feeding decisions, forage quality and hay management. Payne County Ag Extension Educator Jennifer Patterson spoke with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport about the upcoming seminar, which is scheduled for Thursday, September 10, at the Payne County Expo …
Aug 20
Grain markets have recently posted solid gains across wheat, corn, and soybeans, yet hard red winter (HRW) wheat futures continue to battle technical resistance. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Oklahoma State University Extension crop marketing specialist Todd Hubbs to analyze how weather conditions, Black Sea trade dynamics, and global supply levels are …
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 …
