Mar 30
Oklahoma is currently enduring a stretch of volatile weather characterized by near-record temperatures, high winds, and a mounting drought, according to State Climatologist Gary McManus, but hope may be on the way. The state experienced lots of fire risk with a “dirty, hazy day” yesterday, fueled by smoke and dust, with a similar pattern expected …
Mar 26
Wheat and grain markets are facing a landscape of intense market volatility and planting forecasts, driven by geopolitical tension and domestic weather concerns. OSU Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs recently joined Farm Director KC Sheperd to break down the factors currently swaying the agricultural complex, ranging from conflict in the Middle East to impending …
Mar 26
The 2026 Oklahoma wheat crop is facing a pivotal moment where moisture is crucial to prevent further abandonment across the state. OSU small grains specialist Dr. Amanda Silva recently sat down with Farm Director KC Sheperd to discuss a season defined by “thermal shock,” where temperatures swung from freezes to 90-degree heat in a single …
Mar 24
The global agricultural landscape is currently navigating a period of rare intensity as energy price shocks, geopolitical conflict, and persistent environmental challenges converge. According to Dr. Todd Hubbs of Oklahoma State University, the ongoing conflict with Iran has generated a level of market volatility and uncertainty seldom seen, with global oil prices showing no signs …
Mar 23
Oklahoma State Climatologist Gary McManus reports that while the recent stretch of extreme temperatures was significant, it fell just short of the most intense March heat wave in state history. Despite wind chills dipping into the single digits and teens earlier in the week, the state quickly transitioned into a record-breaking environment that saw temperatures …
Mar 17
Commodity Market Overview Commodity markets remain focused on the Iranian conflict showing lots of market volatility. Closure of the Strait of Hormuz staunched the flow of energy and fertilizer products out of the Gulf. Uncertainty around the activities in this conflict remains elevated. Volatility around public announcements and events in the region will impact prices …
Mar 16
Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with Lance Embree of Bayer WestBred about the current state of the WestBred wheat crop in Oklahoma, where he noted that conditions vary significantly across the state. “It’s really hard to put a fine point on what the condition of the crop is across the state of Oklahoma just …
Mar 12
In a recent discussion with Farm Director KC Sheperd, Oklahoma State University Crop Marketing Specialist Dr. Todd Hubbs highlighted how geopolitical tensions and fluctuating energy prices are contributing to significant market volatility. While recent rallies in the wheat and soybean markets have pushed cash prices higher, Dr. Hubbs warned that rising input costs and global …
Mar 06
Oklahoma State University /OSU wheat varieties have achieved a historic milestone, claiming all ten of the top spots for planted acres of Hard Red Winter Wheat in Oklahoma. According to the March 2026 Oklahoma Variety Report from the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, this marks the eighth consecutive year that OSU-developed varieties have led the …
Mar 05
Amidst shifting geopolitical landscapes and the anticipation of pivotal USDA reports, grain markets are experiencing a period of strategic recalibration. Dr. Todd Hubbs, Oklahoma State University Extension Crops Market Specialist, recently discussed the current market trajectory and geopolitical tensions with Farm Director KC Sheperd, noting that while some sectors remain flat, others are finding new …
