Oklahoma's Latest Farm
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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Thursday, May 20, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Oklahoma Senate Votes 45 to 0 for SB422- Headed to House and Final Vote
- KSU's Glynn Tonsor Says Packer Margins Are High Because Processing Capacity is Maxed Out
- Texas Winter Wheat Crop Could be Better Than Expected
- National FFA Announces In-Person Convention With a Virtual Program as they Gear up for 2021
- NACD Applauds Selection of Cosby as NRCS Chief
- Rep. Mullin shares Perspective on federal issues with OKFB members
- OJCA Preview Show Provides Students with Tools to Build a Successful Education and Career
- Correction From Wednesday Email
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Oklahoma Senate Votes 45 to 0 for SB422- Headed to House and Final Vote |
Senate Bill 422 passed the Senate unanimously on Wednesday by a 45 to 0 vote and is expected to be heard in the Oklahoma House as early as today.
Senate Bill 422 will ensure farmers and ranchers have access to the critical ag sales tax exemption permit by providing multiple options to prove eligibility.
After the vote, I talked with Michael Kelsey of OCA about the continued efforts of the coalition of Ag Groups in Oklahoma that have been pushing for passage of SB422 "I really want to emphasize that this is a broad based coalition- Farm Bureau, AFR, all the crop groups, Cotton, wheat, all the livestock groups- basically all of the barnyard- we have been lockstep on this." Kelsey adds that this measure will allow farmers and ranchers multiple ways to prove their right to qualify for the State Ag Sales Tax Exemption card.
Kelsey, as well as Oklahoma Farm Bureau's Senior Director for Public Policy Steve Thompson, say the coalition is taking nothing for granted as they urge the House to vote on this measure this week, as time is quickly running out in the 2021 Legislative Session.
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The Oklahoma Cotton Council is proud to serve the cotton producers and those who are a part of the cotton industry in Oklahoma- promoting and protecting their interests. In Recent Years- cotton acreage has grown in Oklahoma- and today we are the third largest Cotton State in the US- based on Acres Planted.
The Oklahoma Cotton Council works for the cotton farmer in the areas of research, advocacy and education. Follow the Oklahoma Cotton Council on Facebook.
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KSU's Glynn Tonsor Says Packer Margins Are High Because Processing Capacity is Maxed Out |
The difference between live cash cattle prices and wholesale beef prices has attracted a lot of attention and Dr. Glynn Tonsor, Kansas State University Extension livestock market economist, can explain why the margin is so large.
Cutout prices are up for multiple reasons, Tonsor said.
It boils down to the current status of our infrastructure, he said.
Tonsor said it’s a matter of the number of animals that can be processed in a normal 40-hour window plus extra works shifts and how it aligns with the number of cattle trying to get into that system.
This historical relationships between wholesale beef prices and fed cattle prices when the system is full, Tonsor said.
If you don’t have the physical ability to kill more cattle, that changes the economics of what you can pay for fed cattle, Tonsor noted.
The KSU economist believes this “leverage” which supports the processors will eventually shift to the producers.
By the time we get through 2021 we will have a better situation, but we have months ahead, not days of cattle trying to get through the system, he said.
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Texas Winter Wheat Crop Could be Better Than Expected |
The Texas winter wheat crop could yield a better-than-expected crop as combines begin harvest in southern Texas, said Jackie Rudd, Texas A & M Agrilife and project leader of the hard winter wheat breeding program for the High Plains and Rolling Plains of Texas.
Rudd was interviewed during the recent OSU wheat field day in LaHoma by Radio Oklahoma Ag Network Associate Farm Director and Editor KC Sheperd.
Taking it region by region, as the Texas crop is spread over a large area, Rudd provided a snapshot of the wheat crop.
Dryland in the High Plains looked good 3 or 4 weeks ago but dry conditions since have hurt the crop, he said.
Rudd estimates dryland yields in that area will be around 25 bushels per acre.
Irrigated crops look good with 100 to 120 bushel per acre yields.
In the rolling plains around Vernon and Wichita Falls area the crop is better with above average yields, Rudd said.
In northeast Texas in the Blacklands it looks really good, he said.
Central Texas is about average, Rudd said.
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For our farmers who have either- always have had cotton on their farms- or those who have more recently have added the fiber crop to their operations- we have a new daily report starting to be heard on several of our Radio Stations- It's Called Cotton Talk- and we appreciate the Oklahoma Cotton Council for their support in making this a reality.
Click on the Button below to listen to our most recent report
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National FFA Announces In-Person Convention With a Virtual Program as they Gear up for 2021 |
The National FFA Organization announced today that they would hold their annual in-person convention this fall in the city of Indianapolis. The event, which traditionally brings more than 65,000 attendees, will take place Oct. 27-30.
Expected in-person events during the convention include the American FFA Degree Ceremony; Career Success Tours; competitive events; delegate business sessions; entertainment; the National FFA Expo and shopping mall; general sessions; student and teacher workshops; and the National Days of Service.
In addition to the in-person event, the organization will also offer a virtual program, including student and teacher workshops, the virtual FFA Blue Room, National Days of Service and the streaming of general sessions.
“We are excited to come back to the great city of Indianapolis that has been such a gracious host to us in years past,” said Mandy Hazlett, associate director of convention and events at the National FFA Organization. “We know convention will look a bit different this year, but we are excited to offer this opportunity to our student members once again.”
In 2020, the organization canceled the in-person event due to the COVID-19 pandemic and instead offered a virtual experience.
“While convention looked a little different in 2020 than we were used to, our members showed their ability to adapt and create meaningful experiences while still celebrating FFA and agricultural education,” Dr. James Woodard, national FFA advisor, said. “We are excited to bring an in-person event back to our members and the city of Indianapolis.”
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NACD Applauds Selection of Cosby as NRCS Chief |
The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) applauded the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)’s appointment of Terry Cosby to serve as chief of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).
As chief, Cosby will serve America’s farmers, ranchers and forest landowners in their conservation efforts to help them conserve, maintain and improve natural resources and the environment through a network of over 3,000 offices in communities nationwide.
“Terry is no stranger to natural resource management, and his decades-long experience as a conservationist and business team leader has proven his commitment to protecting natural resources and building sustainable conservation solutions,” NACD President Michael Crowder said. “As longtime partners with NRCS, we look forward to working with Terry on the federal, state and local level, and I applaud Secretary Vilsack for appointing such a strong leader.”
Raised on a cotton farm in Tallahatchie County, Miss., Cosby’s love for the land began at an early age when he was actively involved on his family’s third-generation farm, which was purchased by his great-grandfather in the late 1800s. Cosby began his career with NRCS over 40 years ago and first served as a student trainee in Iowa in 1979. In addition to serving as acting chief of NRCS prior to this appointment, Cosby has also served NRCS as the state conservationist for Ohio, which was the first state to use Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) funds for forestry programs under his leadership.
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Rep. Mullin Shares Perspective on Federal Issues with OKFB members |
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members heard Rep. Markwayne Mullin’s views on issues facing farmers and ranchers in our nation’s capital during an online meeting on Wednesday, May 12.
As a rancher himself, Mullin represents Oklahoma’s Second Congressional District, which is comprised of portions of eastern Oklahoma.
Rep. Mullin highlighted four topics farmers, ranchers and rural Oklahomans are concerned about during the call.
1. Investigating issues in the cattle market
While discussing the state of the current cattle market, Mullin said he is concerned by meat packers’ influence on the market.
“While we don’t want hamburgers to be $25, we have to be able to make a living,” Mullin said.
Mullin said he has urged both the current and previous administration’s U.S. Department of Justice to continue investigating market manipulation in the beef industry.
2. Bringing connectivity to underserved areas
As the world continues to develop new technologies requiring broadband, many producers in Oklahoma need internet connectivity to keep up with modern day agricultural practices.
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OJCA Preview Show Provides Students with Tools to Build a Successful Education and Career; Join us June 3-5 in Stillwater |
The Oklahoma Junior Cattlemen’s Association (OJCA) invites junior cattlemen from across the state to attend the 36th Annual Summer Preview Show, June 3 - 5 at the Payne County Fairgrounds in Stillwater, Okla.
“This event is so much more than a steer and heifer livestock show” said Tiffani Pruitt, OJCA Coordinator. “There are many other opportunities for young cattlemen to learn, grow, connect with fellow junior cattlemen. Ultimately, my goal is to equip students with tools, experiences and skills that they can use to build a successful education and career.”
In addition to a steer and heifer show, the three-day, family event features competitions in public speaking, salesmanship, showmanship, livestock judging, quiz bowl and a special event known as ‘cow camp’. Additionally, a fun evening of barnyard Olympics is sure to be a hit.
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Correction From Wednesday Email- Beef Buzz on Multi Group Cattle Industry Summit |
In yesterday's email (May 19th), the story Oklahoma Cattle Producer Scott Blubaugh Encouraged by Ag Groups Willing to Agree on Solutions to The Cattle Market incorrectly stated that the first solution proposed by cattle producer leaders who were at the meeting in Phoenix a little over a week ago would be to remove Mandatory Livestock Market Reporting and to replace it with a Library System- the story should have read "One would be to expedite the renewal of the USDA livestock mandatory reporting and create a contract library of the alterative marketing arrangements that are out there, he said."
The complete story on our website is correct- it's available on the link button below.
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Today's First Look:
Ron on RON Markets as heard on K101
mornings with cash and futures reviewed- includes where the Cash Cattle market stands, the latest Feeder Cattle Markets Etc.
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Wholesale Boxed Beef Prices were pennies higher on Wednesday May 19th- Choice Beef was up 4 cents while Select Beef was up 64 cents.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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OKC West in El Reno had 6,028 cattle this week on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Compared to last week: Feeder steers and heifers sold steady. Demand moderate to good. Steer and heifer calves sold mostly steady on limited comparable sales. Demand moderate to good. Quality average to attractive. Several days of rain and storms are in the forecasts and pastures are already very wet making it hard for producers to get cattle out.
Click below for the complete closing report.
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Each afternoon we are posting a recap of that day's markets as analyzed by Justin Lewis of KIS futures - click below for the latest update on the Livestock and Grain Futures Trade..
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Okla Cash Grain:
Daily Oklahoma Cash Grain Prices- as reported by the Oklahoma Dept. of Agriculture- The report available after the close of the Futures Trade for that day.
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Our Oklahoma Farm Report Team!!!!
Ron Hays, Senior Farm Director and Editor
KC Sheperd, Associate Farm Director and Editor
Dave Lanning, Markets and Production
Sam Knipp, Farm News Editor
Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
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