The release of the Senate Agriculture Committee’s discussion draft of the 2026 Farm Bill has renewed debate over California’s Proposition 12, a law that sets animal housing standards for pork, veal, and egg products sold in the state, regar
Families celebrating the Fourth of July with a cookout will find that grocery store prices closely reflect inflation over the last year. An Independence Day cookout will cost $73.82 for 10 guests this year, according to the 2026 American Fa
The U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry is moving forward with a discussion draft for Farm Bill 2.0, formally titled the Agricultural Act of 2026. Introduced by Chairman John Boozman (R-AR), the legislative framewo
The 2026 Oklahoma wheat harvest is rapidly drawing to a close, with operations estimated at 95% complete. While producers are pushing to finish the remaining irrigated acres in the Panhandle and final fields in north-central and northeaster
For many modern consumers, the connection to the food on their plate has been entirely severed. Speaking at the R-CALF USA National Convention, Ben Spell, Founder and CEO of Good Ranchers, addressed a room of cattle producers to discuss the
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 a
According to the latest crop progress report released on June 22nd, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat conditions are rated 9% good to excellent, 61% poor to very poor, and 30% fair. Oklahoma winter wheat harvested is at 95% this week, compared
The Chinese team examines how the different blends of U.S. wheat classes performed during a workshop at the Wheat Marketing Center. Photo Credit: Wheat Marketing Center Which wheat – or blend of wheats – works best for what product? That’s
Pic courtesy of Kylee Dedmon News 9 FB Page A powerful, destructive line of thunderstorms ripped through western and central Oklahoma during the overnight hours of Sunday into early Monday morning, June 22, triggering rare "destructive" war
U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) will convene its Summer Board of Directors Meeting June 22-25 in Fargo, North Dakota, bringing together wheat growers, industry leaders, and USW staff to discuss market conditions, export opportunities, and chall
The Oklahoma Women in Agriculture and Small Businesses Conference is set to return this August, bringing together women from across the state for a day focused on education, networking, and practical resources designed to strengthen both ag
The National Farmers Union (NFU) has officially signaled a need for immediate legislative action, sending a detailed letter to the Senate urging lawmakers to fortify the farm safety net and implement critical reforms in the upcoming Farm Bi
Oklahoma producers are moving rapidly through this year’s winter wheat harvest, tracking well ahead of last year’s pace with roughly 90 percent of the crop already complete, leaving producers focused on managing limited grain vo
Oklahoma horse owners and equine professionals now have a new opportunity to better understand horse behavior through the OSU RAISE online course, a detailed educational program designed to help participants recognize horses' emotional and
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. For the first time in months, Oklahoma’s drought map is showing meaningful relief across eastern Oklahoma, where a large portion of the region is now officially drought-free. After weeks
Oklahoma's 2026 wheat harvest is nearing the finish line, but according to Oklahoma Wheat Commission Executive Director Mike Schulte, this year’s hard red winter wheat crop has been defined by drought, abandonment, and sharply reduced
Average retail fertilizer prices were mostly lower the second week of June 2026 compared to a month earlier, according to sellers surveyed by DTN. DTN's Ross Quinn says the last time most nutrient prices were lower was the first week of Feb
A new mobile large animal veterinary services practice is preparing to serve Oklahoma livestock producers, addressing what many in the industry see as a growing shortage of veterinarians willing to make farm and ranch calls. Speaking with a
By a major margin, Oklahoma voters rejected State Question 832, which would have gradually raised the state’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $15 an hour, ending a years-long effort to align the state’s payment floor with neighboring states that
Kevin Hern entered the race back in the spring to replace US Senator Markwayne Mullin, the heavy favorite after the junior Senator for the state was named Secretary of Homeland Security in the Trump Administration. The First District Congre
Pic courtesy of Wooderson Farms The Oklahoma wheat harvest is rapidly approaching the finish line, with the Oklahoma Wheat Commission reporting the statewide harvest at 90% complete. While combining is wrapping up across most areas, operati
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 a
As the summer progresses, finalizing planting and navigating unexpected weather shifts have made early-season cotton management a top priority for producers across the region. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently caught up with Oklahoma State
According to the latest crop progress report released on June 15th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 100%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 9% good to excellent, 61% poor to very poor, and 30% fair. Oklahoma winter wheat ha
As Dr. Jerry Fitch's retirement becomes official at Oklahoma State University, the longtime animal science professor says that while he may be stepping away from full-time duties, he is far from done serving Oklahoma agriculture. In a conve
