OSU Farm Management

06/23/2026

In case you missed today's Economics of Virtual Fencing webinar, find it at https://youtu.be/H7VnSj_6GQ0 or click the link below to view.

In this webinar Agricultural Economist Dr. Jeff Vitale will share i...

06/23/2026

The Social Media Marketing: Tools for Small Businesses webinar is scheduled for June 23, 2026 from 11:30-1 pm.

This webinar provides an overview of digital marketing and digital retailing, explaining what they are and how Oklahoma small business owners can use them to grow and sustain their business.

Register at https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/e6atJYaPQyOBmcHFVPQBSA

06/22/2026

The Economics of Virtual Fencing webinar will take place Tuesday, June 23 at 12 PM.

The understanding of virtual fencing cost compared to traditional fencing is still limited. In this webinar Agricultural Economist Dr. Jeff Vitale will share insights and economic modeling of virtual fencing systems in the Southern Plains. The costs and benefits of virtual fencing relative to traditional fencing will be highlighted with emphasis on practical break-even thresholds and producer tradeoffs. Dr. Vitale will also discuss an AI tool (https://cole.cowboyaiagent.org/) to help producers evaluate costs of virtual fencing for their specific operation. Note: Must register in advance to view this webinar.

Go to https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/0x-JsGw-RFmBRAh84djl9w or click on the image below to register to view this webinar.

Please register in advance to view this webinar at: https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/0x-JsGw-RFmBRAh84djl9w

For technical assistance and more information on viewing these webinars, email Brent Ladd ([email protected]).

06/20/2026

Ranchland values in the Tenth Federal Reserve District grew notably in the first quarter of 2026. According to survey respondents, ranchland values increased rapidly from a year ago and jumped to new record highs alongside ongoing strength in the cattle sector. Despite persistent weakness in the crop sector, cropland values increased modestly for the first time since early 2024. Farm loan interest rates dropped slightly closer to longer term average and lenders reported that government payments provided support to farm finances. Credit conditions continued to show signs of gradual deterioration as measures of repayment rates, carryover debt, and loan restructuring remained similar to a year ago.

Read at https://www.kansascityfed.org/agriculture/ag-credit-survey/sharp-growth-in-tenth-district-ranchland-values/

From Ag Credit Survey, Federal Reserve Bank of Oklahoma

Ranchland values in the Tenth Federal Reserve District grew notably in the first quarter of 2026.

06/19/2026

Greenbug App

Glance N' Go for greenbugs helps farmers and crop advisors quickly determine treatment thresholds, natural enemy levels, and need for further management of greenbug infestations in winter wheat fields.

Find at https://apps.apple.com/us/app/greenbug/id6682915096

Find more apps developed by OSU Ag Extension at https://extension.okstate.edu/programs/mobile-applications/index.html

06/18/2026

When will your farm generate revenue this year? How much financing will your farm business require this year? When will money be needed and from where will it come? A little advance planning can help avoid short-term shortages of cash. One useful tool for planning the use of capital in the farm business is a cash flow budget. Do not confuse a cash flow statement with a cash flow budget. A budget is an estimated projection ahead, a statement is a look back at what actually occurred.

Read at https://www.extension.iastate.edu/agdm/wholefarm/html/c3-15.html

Article by Paul Martin, farm management field specialist and William Edwards, retired extension economist, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Paul Martin, farm management field specialist, 319-523-2371, [email protected] William Edwards, retired economist. Questions?

06/17/2026

The Social Media Marketing: Tools for Small Businesses webinar is scheduled for June 23, 2026 from 11:30-1 pm. This webinar provides an overview of digital marketing and digital retailing, explaining what they are and how Oklahoma small business owners can use them to grow and sustain their business.

Register at https://okstate-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/e6atJYaPQyOBmcHFVPQBSA

06/17/2026

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has created volatility in fertilizer prices. While the duration of the conflict is hard to predict, the prolonged rise in energy prices (crude oil and natural gas) can have an impact on the price that U.S. agriculture producers pay for fertilizer. In turn, this can impact farm profitability at a time when margins are razor thin.

Read at https://southernagtoday.org/2026/05/11/initial-response-of-fertilizer-and-fuel-price-spikes-on-farm-costs-and-returns/

Article by Michael Deliberto, Louisiana State University Ag Center

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has created volatility in fertilizer prices. While the duration of the conflict is hard to predict, the prolonged rise in energy prices (crude oil and natural gas) can have an impact on the price that U.S. agriculture producers pay for fertilizer. In turn, thi...

06/16/2026

Despite continued weakness in the crop sector, farm financial conditions have tightened only gradually, and stress remains limited. Loan delinquency rates remain low, average farmland values have been stable, and leverage in the sector remains modest. Direct government payments have limited losses for crop operations and provided modest relief, while strong cattle prices have boosted incomes in many areas.

Read at https://www.kansascityfed.org/research/economic-bulletin/deterioration-in-farm-financial-conditions-remains-gradual/

Article by Ty Kreitman, Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

Despite continued weakness in the crop sector, farm financial conditions have tightened only gradually, and stress remains limited. Loan delinquency rates remain low, average farmland values have been stable, and leverage in the sector remains modest. Direct government payments have limited losses f...