Aug 10
The United States is preparing to host the Global Sorghum Conference for the very first time, bringing international researchers, key industry stakeholders, and producers together in Lubbock, Texas. In a recent interview, Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Monty Christian, Executive Director of Marketing Strategies at Texas Tech University, to discuss what attendees can expect …
Aug 05
Oklahoma crop disease concerns this growing season are being driven less by foliar diseases and more by problems developing below the soil surface, according to OSU Extension Pathologist Dr. Maira Duffeck. Speaking with Oklahoma Farm Report intern Presley Strickland during Oklahoma State University’s Summer Demo Day, Duffeck said drought conditions have shifted the disease challenges …
May 13
In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, the Sorghum Industry Outlook took center stage as Amy France, Chair of the National Sorghum Producers (NSP), shared insights on the crop’s evolving role in American agriculture. As a third-generation farmer from Scott City, Kansas, France highlighted how sorghum is transitioning from a traditional “buffer crop” …
Feb 19
2026 Grain Market Outlook: The agricultural market is currently navigating a complex landscape shaped by persistent weather patterns, shifting government regulations, and global trade dynamics. Insights from Dr. Todd Hubbs at Oklahoma State University, while talking to Farm Director KC Sheperd, highlight how these factors are driving trends in the wheat, corn, and soybean sectors. …
Feb 17
Agricultural markets witnessed a week of rallies followed by late-week corrections as shifting weather patterns in the Southern Plains and updated federal reports influenced trader sentiment. According to the latest Crop Outlook Newsletter from Oklahoma State University’s Dr. Todd Hubbs, the market is currently navigating a complex landscape of steady demand and looming environmental factors. …
Jan 01
Cash corn and sorghum bids were fractions down on Wednesday- but soybeans fell 15 3/4 and wheat dropped 7 1/4 cents on the final day of trade for 2025.
Dec 24
It was a mixed bag for Oklahoma grain bids as reported by the Oklahoma Department of Ag and USDA Market News- Wheat prices were up mostly 6 and 3/4 cents- ranging from $4.38 to $4.58 a bushel. Corn and Sorghum bids were a half cent higher while soybeans were down 1 and 3/4 cents.
Nov 18
National Wheat Statistics: Winter Wheat Planted reached 92 percent, down two points from the previous year and down three points from the five-year average. Winter Wheat Emerged reached 79 percent, down four points versus the previous year and down five points from the five-year average. National Corn Statistics: Corn Harvested Reached 91 percent, down seven points from …
Nov 13
In 2025, grain sorghum production for the United States totaled 10.2 million metric tons (MMT). This was led by Kansas, totaling 5.8 MMT, and Texas, 2.64 MMT. Colorado (497 thousand metric tons), Nebraska (494 TMT), and Oklahoma (479 TMT). Aside from a poor production year in 2022, the United States has averaged 9.35 MMT annually. …
Sep 17
During the sorghum harvest, Farm Director KC Sheperd spoke with Craig Meeker, a past Chair for the National Sorghum Producers, who was working in his combine. Meeker shared a positive outlook on the current crop, while also detailing the significant market and political challenges facing producers. Harvest and Yields: Bountiful Harvest from Abundant Rain Meeker …
