Farm Director KC Sheperd is in Washington, D.C. this week as part of the National Association of Farm Broadcasters’ annual meeting with lawmakers and agricultural groups, where one of the key issues being discussed is the growing pressure f
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
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization.The stars come from the four areas in four categor
According to the latest crop progress report released on April 27th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 43%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 14% good to excellent, 45% very poor to poor, and 41% fair. Kansas winter wheat hea
Governor Kevin Stitt announced the appointment of Tyler Schnaithman to the Oklahoma State Board of Agriculture, representing District 1, pending confirmation by the Oklahoma State Senate. Schnaithman is a farmer and rancher who was raised i
The Noble Research Institute is preparing to host its annual Pecan Strategy Research workshop from Wednesday, May 5, to Friday, May 7, at its campus in Ardmore, Oklahoma. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently sat down with Laura Putman of the N
Oklahoma cattle producers looking to manage winter feed costs may find one of their best tools already in the field. According to Oklahoma State University Extension Forage Specialist Brian Pugh, in a recent conversation with associate farm
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four catego
Active cases of New World Screwworm in the two Mexican states that border Texas in the far southern tip of that state are exploding. Over the past week in the state of Tamaulipas, active cases have jumped from 63 to 116. This state borders
Oklahoma State University President Jim Hess announced Friday the appointment of Dr. Richard Prather, DVM, as dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, effective June 30. Prather brings four decades of veterinary practice experience and e
Joe Popplewell, a longtime Oklahoma pork producer and former president of the Oklahoma Pork Council, is the first Oklahoman elected to the National Pork Producers Council board of directors, bringing state-level experience to national polic
At the recent Chickasha Field Day, producers gathered to evaluate the performance of various wheat varieties and discuss the significant disease pressure impacting Oklahoma’s wheat crop this season. Associate Farm Reporter, Carli Davenport,
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four catego
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Research, Education, and Economics (REE) Mission Area today announced a reorganization and leadership restructuring to better align its work with USDA priorities, improve operational efficiency, and deli
Oklahoma producers are facing a complex landscape as they head into the 2026 growing season, characterized by intense market fluctuations and environmental stress. In a recent interview, KC Sheperd, Farm Director for the Radio Oklahoma Ag N
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. Oklahoma saw a slight improvement in drought conditions this week, with statewide drought numbers edging lower compared to last week. Southeastern Oklahoma continues to see conditions imp
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four catego
The Oklahoma Panhandle drought has become a tale of two states, as State Climatologist Gary McManus points to a calendar that has essentially been frozen for five months. While much of Oklahoma has begun to see a recovery in soil moisture t
As the 2026 cotton planting season gets underway, growers are facing a complex landscape defined by high input costs and fluctuating crop prices. To provide practical guidance, Cotton Incorporated’s Ed Barnes and Gaylon Morgan shared a comp
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four catego
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
Pic courtesy of Texas A&M Agrilife Extension FB page Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins recently highlighted a significant advancement in American agriculture with the groundbreaking of a new sterile fly production facility at Moore A
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report are spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA, who are among the highest achievers in the organization. The stars come from the four areas in four catego
According to the latest crop progress report released on April 20th, 2026, Oklahoma’s winter wheat headed is at 30%, while winter wheat conditions are rated 10% good to excellent, 45% very poor to poor, and 45% fair. Kansas winter wheat hea
The landscape of international trade is showing significant promise as the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) reports a strong upward trend in global export growth. USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom recently sat down with Farm Director
