Oklahoma's Latest Farm
And Ranch News
|
|
Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- New Frontiers Ag Hall at OSU Set to Open Fall of 2024
- Light Weight Placements a Prominent Part of Latest Cattle on Feed Report
- Mike Frey, Named 2022 OCA Cattleman of the Year
- USGC Members Gather In Sacramento For 62nd Annual Board Of Delegates Meeting
- USDA Begins Issuing Payments for Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program
- Preventing and Treating Anaplasmosis in Cattle with OSU's Mark Johnson
- Utah Ranch Named National 2021 Environmental Stewardship Award Winner
- American Farmland Trust Releases Advocacy Platform in Advance of 2023 Farm Bill
|
New Frontiers Ag Hall at OSU Set to Open Fall of 2024 |
Farm Director, KC Sheperd, had the chance to visit with the vice president, dean and director of OSU's Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, Dr. Tom Coon, at the Sweet Success Celebration for the New Frontiers Agricultural Hall at OSU.
“We have got a lot of folks here,” Coon said. “Maybe up to 200 people who are here to help us celebrate the completion of this campaign to raise money to help support the construction of our new Agricultural Hall.”
Now that the 50-million-dollar fundraising goal has been surpassed, Coon said construction is the main focus. There were over 600 donors that helped reach the 50-million-dollar fundraising goal, Coon added, which was not surprising.
“All the time I have been here, I have been really impressed with how much support we have from our alumni, certainly, but also from the people that we serve in the agricultural natural resource industries,” Coon said.
As vice president for agriculture, Coon said he is thankful to have a president, Dr. Kayse Shrum, who speaks repeatedly about the land grand mission and the importance of agriculture to Oklahoma.
“I feel like I’ve died and gone to heaven,” Coon said. “It is tremendous to have that kind of support at the presidential level.”
The new building is set to open in the fall of 2024, Coon said, and students will attend classes and labs in the building that year.
“We will not be teaching in these old laboratories here in Ag Hall in that fall, so research labs also will be up and equipped and ready to go, so we will have a number of our scientists opening up new projects there in the research laboratory, and we will be fully in, in the fall of ’24,” Coon said. “It gives us a real advantage in recruiting students and recruiting faculty. They want to be in a place like this, plus we really designed it so it’s a place where people can connect.”
|
Oklahoma Farm Bureau is a grassroots organization working to improve the lives of all Oklahomans by supporting our state’s agriculture community. As Oklahoma’s largest general farm organization, OKFB advocates for farmers and ranchers at the state Capitol and in Washington, D.C., to ensure our way of life continues for generations to come. With leadership events, supporting our state’s agricultural youth and connecting consumers with agriculture, Farm Bureau promotes and sustains Oklahoma agriculture in numerous ways. Join with OKFB today by becoming a member at okfarmbureau.org/join. Together, we are rural Oklahoma.
|
Light Weight Placements a Prominent Part of Latest Cattle on Feed Report |
In this episode of Beef Buzz, I am back with Livestock Market Economist, Dr. Derrell Peel, this time talking about the latest USDA’s NASS cattle on feed report.
“This July cattle on feed report really was well anticipated,” Peel said. “Placements in the month of June came in down 2.4 percent in total. Marketings were about 2 percent above a year ago, and again, both of those were just very close to expectations.”
What is really emphasized in the last two months, Peel said is that more lightweight cattle are being placed. What this also means, Peel added is that those won’t be there later on to place, so it will catch up at some point.
“The drought is kind of aiding and abetting this,” Peel said. “I think feedlots are just trying to hold numbers.”
Peel said feedlots are trying to keep their volumes up and keep the feed mill running, so that means they are placing whatever they can get. The drought is helping that, Peel added because it is forcing some people to move some cattle in.
“Those lightweight cattle will stay on feed longer because it takes a longer time to finish them,” Peel said.
The heifer on feed numbers in the report signals a significant decrease in replacement females.
“We have had elevated heifers on feed and of course, heifer slaughter has been high,” Peel said. “First half of the year, heifer slaughter is up about 3.8 percent, and so, for the heifers to be up at one point is fine. We slaughter them, it should come down.”
“I don’t really know where we are getting all of these heifers from but apparently, we still have some more in the feedlot, although it clearly probably does indicate heifers that might have been held for replacements are not being diverted into the feedlots,” Peel said.
To see the USDA July Cattle On Feed Report, click here.
|
Mike Frey, Named 2022 OCA Cattleman of the Year |
Last Saturday evening, Mike Frey of Kingfisher, Okla. was named Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association’s (OCA) Cattleman of the Year. This award is the highest honor that the OCA bestows upon a member and was designed to recognize OCA members who have made significant contributions to the OCA and to the Oklahoma beef industry.
“Mike has given a tremendous amount of his time, energy and expertise to OCA,” said OCA President Byron Yeoman. “He continues to remain very active as a past president serving on the Executive Committee the past two years.
Mike was born and raised in Mulhall and moved to Kingfisher after graduating from Oklahoma State University with an Animal Science degree in 1985. Mike and his wife Jamae established a registered Angus operation on a Centennial farm, including land that was claimed by Jamae’s great-grandfather in the 1889 land run. Mike and his family raise registered Angus cattle focusing on calving ease and carcass value in the bulls and replacement heifers. This past year, Mike and Jaryn, his daughter raised the top 3 selling bulls at the Oklahoma/Texas Angus bull sale.
“His leadership is solid, steady and insightful, not only in OCA but also shines brightly in his home community,” said Yeoman. “Mike perfectly represents the service, integrity, honor and leadership that the OCA Cattleman of Year embodies.”
|
|
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 daily report heard on several of our Radio Stations- It's Called Cotton Talk!
Click on the Button below to listen to our most recent report
|
|
USGC Members Gather In Sacramento For 62nd Annual Board Of Delegates Meeting |
The U.S. Grains Council (USGC) brought members together on Monday for its 62nd Annual Board of Delegates Meeting in Sacramento, California.
USGC Chairman Chad Willis began the meeting by welcoming attendees and sharing a preview of the conference before establishing the focus of the day’s meeting:
“My theme for this year, Together in Trade, reflects both the opportunities and challenges of the current environment,” Willis said. “At this meeting, we gather to discuss issues facing our industry and explore future demand for feed grains, DDGS and ethanol around the world. Today, our focus will be on current events and trade policy, what the near future may look like and how trade may be affected.”
After a welcome from Council President and CEO Ryan LeGrand, the nearly 250 attendees listened to Dr. Yuval Weber of the Brute Krulak Center for Innovation and Future Warfare at Marine Corps University present the background of the Russia-Ukraine war, its long-term implications and what this means for USGC members.
Angela Hofmann the vice president of international trade and supply chain resiliency and member of Sandler, Travis and Rosenberg firm shared what the situation in the Black Sea means for trade policy and how it impacts the developing of grain markets.
“Fourteen percent of the world's grain exports come from Ukraine,” Hofmann said. “Eight to 13 million people could be affected by food insecurities caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict.”
|
|
We invite you to listen to us on great radio stations across the region on the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network weekdays-
if you missed this morning's Farm News - or you are in an area where you can't hear it- click below for this morning's Farm news from Ron Hays and KC Sheperd on RON.
|
Sponsor Spotlight
Dating back to 1891, Stillwater Milling Company has been supplying ranchers with the highest quality feeds made from the highest quality ingredients. Their full line of A & M Feeds can be delivered direct to your farm, found at their Agri-Center stores in Stillwater, Davis, Claremore and Perry or at more than 125 dealers in Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas and Texas. We appreciate Stillwater Milling Company’s long time support of the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and we encourage you to click here to learn more about their products and services.
|
|
|
USDA Begins Issuing Payments for Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program |
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is increasing the amount of funding available for the Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program (SMHPP) and expects to issue approximately $62.8 million in pandemic assistance payments to hog producers starting this week. SMHPP assists eligible producers who sold hogs through a spot market sale from April 16, 2020, through Sept. 1, 2020. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) accepted SMHPP applications through April 29, 2022.
“In order to provide more targeted support to hog producers affected by the pandemic, FSA was able to increase funding for SMHPP to provide full payments to producers instead of applying a payment factor,” said FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux. “We are pleased to be able to provide more equitable opportunities for hog producers who were hard-hit by the pandemic.”
SMHPP Payments
SMHPP payments will be calculated by multiplying the number of head of eligible hogs, not to exceed 10,000 head, by the payment rate of $54 per head.
FSA originally planned to apply a payment factor if calculated payments exceeded the allocated $50 million in pandemic assistance funds for SMHPP. Payments are not expected to be factored due to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s decision to increase funding enabling producers to receive 100% of the calculated SMHPP payment.
There is no per person or legal entity payment limitation on SMHPP payments.
|
Preventing and Treating Anaplasmosis in Cattle with OSU's Mark Johnson |
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 is talking about Anaplasmosis in cattle.
Anaplasmosis is a common disease in cattle with worldwide distribution. The disease is regularly found in cattle in the state of Oklahoma. Accordingly, Anaplasmosis will occur every year within Oklahoma with some variation on the intensity of this disease usually based on the strain of Anaplasma marginale which is a bacteria that infects red blood cells and once an animal becomes infected they are infected for life. Anaplasmosis is transmitted through the bite of ticks and flies, as well as blood contaminated instruments like needles, tattoo tools, castration equipment and dehorning instruments. This bacteria does not harm the red blood cells directly but the cow’s immune response recognizes it when it reaches certain levels which then causes anemia due to the immune system killing the red blood cells that are infected. This will limit the amount of oxygen that is transported throughout the animal’s blood, which can then lead to aggressive behaviors exhibited by normally docile cows or bulls. Other clinical signs that animals are infected with the bacteria are extreme lethargy, yellowing of the mucous membranes, abortions, weight loss, and difficulty breathing. Most producers will not know they have an anaplasmosis problem until they see dead cows or bulls that are older than 2-years of age. This disease can be devastating with death losses in some herds approaching 50%.
|
Utah Ranch Named National 2021 Environmental Stewardship Award Winner |
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) announced Tuesday that JY Ferry & Son, Inc. in Corinne, Utah, is the 2021 Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) national winner. The award, which annually recognizes the outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of cattle producers, was presented to the Ferry family during the cattle industry’s Summer Business Meeting in Reno.
“Cattle producers are the original conservationists,” said NCBA President Don Schiefelbein. “JY Ferry & Son, Inc., is a perfect example of how farming and ranching families conserve natural resources for generations to come.”
Sustainability has long been an objective for JY Ferry & Son, with a 100-year history of conservation focusing on agricultural practices that conserve water, energy and other natural resources. The Ferry family recognizes that environmental sustainability goes hand-in-hand with the economic viability of the business. Creation of strategic partnerships with local conservation groups, government entities and regulators helps provide business stability. A primary goal of the operation is to increase economic sustainability by improving water efficiencies for the farm through laser leveling, piping of ditches and utilization of soil health principles including cover crops and reduced tillage.
Click on the video below to learn more about the award winning operation:
|
American Farmland Trust Releases Advocacy Platform in Advance of 2023 Farm Bill |
American Farmland Trust released its 2023 Farm Bill advocacy platform today as part of a virtual event. The platform consists of a series of policy recommendations to Congress focused on supporting farmers and ranchers in protecting their land from development, combating climate change, and enabling a diverse new generation of farmers to better access land and build viable businesses.
“The Farm Bill, which is passed once every five years, is the single most influential piece of federal legislation in food and agriculture,” said AFT President and CEO John Piotti. “AFT has a long history of advocacy and bipartisan coalition-building. Coupled with our policy recommendations—developed with input from producers and experts across the country—AFT will help ensure that the 2023 Farm Bill sets agriculture on a path towards a more resilient, profitable, and equitable future.”
|
|
OKC West is our Market Links Sponsor- they sell cattle three days a week- Cows on Mondays, Stockers on Tuesday and Feeders on Wednesday- Call 405-262-8800 to learn more.
|
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.
|
Wholesale Boxed Beef Prices were mixed- Choice Beef was up $1.00 and Select Beef was down $1.12 on Tuesday 07/26/2022.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
|
OKC West in El Reno had 2,500 of calves on offer Tuesday, July 26, 2022.
Compared to last week: Steer and heifer calves sold 5.00-10.00 higher. Demand very good. Cooler temperatures and chances of rain
throughout the end of the week and thru the weekend has buyers very active.
Click below for the complete closing report.
|
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..
|
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.
|
Our Oklahoma Farm Report Team!!!!
Ron Hays, Senior Farm/Ranch Broadcaster and Editor
KC Sheperd, Farm Director and Editor
Dave Lanning, Markets and Production
Reagan Calk, Farm News and Email Editor
Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
|
|
Rural Oklahoma is full of some of the greatest success stories throughout the entire state and is a big reason why Oklahoma is on track to become a top 10 state.
The Road to Rural Prosperity dives into these stories, bringing you stories covering rural life, agriculture, energy, healthcare, tourism, and politics affecting rural America.
The Road to Rural Prosperity is here to tell stories about rural America, for rural America.
KC Sheperd visits with Dakota Moss of Livestock Risk Services. When the pandemic hit in 2020 the cattle markets along with the rest of the world suffered. Many farmers and ranchers altered their marketing plans on crops and livestock to try and prevent a loss in the down Covid markets. This led to cattle being held months longer than planned hoping for a better market. Unfortunately for many farmers and ranchers they had no choice but to sell much heavier cattle into a down market. Resulting in a lower $/cwt price and profits lost. Sheperd and Moss discuss some alternative options for producers with the Livestock Risk Protection program.
Search for Road to Rural Prosperity and subscribe on your favorite Podcast platform.
To hear this podcast, you can click here or tap below:
|
|
Our thanks to Midwest Farms Shows, P & K Equipment, Oklahoma Farm Bureau, Oklahoma Ag Mediation Program, Great Plains Kubota, Stillwater Milling Company, National Livestock Credit Corporation, Oklahoma Beef Council, Oklahoma AgCredit, Union Mutual Insurance, the Oklahoma Cattlemens Association, and KIS Futures for their support of our daily Farm News Update.
For your convenience, we have our sponsors' websites linked here- just click on their name to jump to their website- check their sites out and let these folks know you appreciate the support of this daily email, as their sponsorship helps us keep this arriving in your inbox on a regular basis- at NO Charge!
We invite you to check out our website at the link below too that includes an archive of these daily emails, audio reports and top farm news story links from around the globe.
|
|
God Bless!
Reach Out To Us:
|
|
Tim West
President/General Manager
Rural Oklahoma Networks
405-317-6361
***************
Mike Henderson
Director of Sales
405-615-4922
|
|
KC Sheperd
Farm Director
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network
405-443-5717
|
|
Ron Hays
Senior Farm/Ranch Broadcaster
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network
405.473.6144
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
