Jun 04
National Sorghum Producers presented Michael Lenz and Larry Richardson with awards for Outstanding Achievement in Sorghum Improvement at the Sorghum Improvement Conference of North America. These awards, presented at the biennial gathering of the U.S. sorghum research community, acknowledge and honor their exemplary service and achievements in the sorghum industry. Lenz’s career began following his …
Jun 04
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 and operated business and stands as a symbol of tradition, excellence, and a deep-rooted passion for the cattle industry. …
Jun 04
DPH Biologicals, a leading developer and supplier of agricultural biologicals, announced its new Prime platform that uses a patented production process for Bacillus spp., a leading plant growth rhizobacterium, to accelerate the germination of bacteria spores, supporting overall plant development while providing crops with more consistent resilience against heat, drought, and alkaline and saline soil …
Jun 04
Mark Johnson, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist, offers herd health advice as part of the weekly series known as the “Cow Calf Corner,” published electronically by Dr. Peel, Mark Johnson, and Paul Beck. Today, Johnson talks about gene editing technology. Clustered Regularly Interspaced Short Palindromic Repeats (CRISPR) is a powerful tool for editing …
Jun 04
By Gail Ellis The Oklahoma State University Student Farm is in its second year of operation and has harvested over 7,000 pounds of cool-season crops in 2024. The idea was sparked by First Cowboy Darren Shrum, husband of OSU President Kayse Shrum, and is facilitated by the OSU Department of Horticulture and Landscape Architecture. Department …
Jun 04
Alltech has introduced Levelset, an innovative solution designed to reinforce gut health in pigs. Levelset consists of a blend of key technologies that synergistically supports natural resistance against diarrhea challenges while enhancing overall enteric health. Designed for maximum impact during three different life stages of production, pre-farrow sows, suckling pigs and weaned pigs — Levelset …
Jun 04
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development Oklahoma State Director Kenneth Corn announced today the Department is accepting applications to help rural communities expand their capacity to access financial resources to help build or upgrade essential community facilities. The funding is being made available under the Community Facilities Technical Assistance and Training Grant Program. The …
Jun 04
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers committee recently awarded nine $1,000 scholarships to one high school senior from each OKFB district and a $1,000 scholarship to a Collegiate Farm Bureau member. The scholarships were awarded to students who plan to pursue a degree in an agriculture-related field at an Oklahoma college or university …
Jun 04
Stratovation Group, a diversified Midwest-based research, marketing, and communications firm with roots firmly planted in the agricultural sector has partnered with Farm Rescue, a non-profit that has provided aid to farmers and their families experiencing a crisis since 2005. Stratovation will support numerous aspects of Farm Rescue’s communication efforts. “We wholeheartedly believe in the work …
Jun 04
Throughout his May 8 opinion in Drovers, “Protectionists, Tariffs And Bananas,” Nevil Speer repeatedly reemphasizes his view that “tariffs are a solution in search of a problem.” Thankfully, Speer got the first part right as tariffs are indeed “a solution.” Let’s look at what problems tariffs can resolve. But first we should discuss the two …
