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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 ...Read more… - Cattleman U Resources Help Women in Agriculture Build Confidence and Grow OperationsFri Aug 14th, 2026 8:13:08 CDT
Cattleman U is helping farmers and ranchers—especially women in agriculture—gain practical skills, business knowledge and confidence through online education, downloadable tools, grant guidance, podcasts and hands-on ranch experiences. In a conversation with Associate Farm Reporter Carli Davenport, Cattleman U owner Karoline Rose shared how the platform was born during the COVID-19 pandemic and has grown ...Read more… - Oklahoma Cotton Crop Face Heat and Drought StressWed Aug 12th, 2026 7:55:00 CDT
Oklahoma cotton crop conditions across the state show significant contrast as producers navigate bloom and boll fill under persistent heat and severe drought conditions. Farm Director KC Sheperd recently spoke with Oklahoma State University Cotton Extension Specialist Jenny Dudak to discuss the current state of the crop, pest pressures, and harvest aid strategies. While irrigated fields ...Read more…
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- USDA Plans Phased Reopening of Mexican Cattle Imports Fri Aug 14th, 2026 5:01:56 CDTIn today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Tyler Cozzens of the Livestock Market Information Center about USDA’s plans to begin a phased reopening of the U.S.-Mexico cattle border as New World screwworm cases continue to decline. New World Screwworm Cases Decline New World screwworm cases along the southern border appear to ...Read more...
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