Oklahoma's Latest Farm
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Monday, February 28, 2022 |
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Senator Jim Inhofe Announces Plan for Retirement- to Serve Until January 3, 2023
- Oklahoma's Lawmakers and Ag Groups Hail the Decades of Service of Jim Inhofe
- OSU's Rosslyn Biggs Reminds Folks- Get Health Certificates in Order Before Arriving at OYE
- First Load of Tariff-Free U.S. Wheat Arrives in Vietnam
- From the USDA Ag Outlook Forum- Dr. Kim Anderson says Nothing Much New on Wheat Supply and Demand
- Derrell Peel- Latest Cattle on Feed Numbers Slightly Above Year Ago
- Week 3 for the State Legislature Weather Impacted- Leaving us with a Crowded Agenda for the Deadline Line Week 4
- Dairy Checkoff Set to Collaborate with the Mayo Clinic
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Senator Jim Inhofe Announces Plan for Retirement- to Serve Until January 3, 2023 |
As expected last Friday morning- Oklahoma's Senior Senator, Jim Inhofe, announced publicly midday Friday that he has decided to cut short his sixth term as a United States Senator and would be resigning January 3, 2023. Announcing that ahead of March first of this year sets in motion a special election that will have Oklahoma voters deciding on who will serve out the last four years of the Senator's term.
Senator Inhofe also announced his plan to endorse who he would like to be his successor- Luke Holland, his Chief of Staff. Inhofe, 87, formally backed Holland during a press conference Friday at the Oklahoma History Center, calling him "without question" the best person to replace him.
The senator described the aide as "not just a good friend of mine for a long period of time" but "a very, very knowledgeable person," characterizing him as integral to his office's success for several years.
Holland is a fourth generation Oklahoman- and his challenge will be to overcome his lack of name recognition in just four months ahead of the June 28th Republican primary.
Making his journey even tougher could be a crowded field of Republicans that want to take their shot at becoming the next Senator from Oklahoma. I know- a Democrat could be elected come November- but that will be a long shot at best.
Holland already has his first challenger- Oklahoma's Second District Congressman Markwayne Mullin announced on Saturday that he will forego the chance to run for another term in the House and run instead for the Inhofe seat.
Who's next? It's a safe bet that we will know of one or more additional challengers this week.
BTW- one name that apparently will not be in the special Senate race- Governor Kevin Stitt quickly released a statement on Friday that he is going to focus on being Governor- and running for another four years of being Governor- he won't change races here in 2022.
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Oklahoma's Lawmakers and Ag Groups Hail the Decades of Service of Jim Inhofe |
Lots of tributes have come to our attention about the life of service that Senator Inhofe has given to Oklahoma- and specifically for our audience- to those that live and work in rural Oklahoma.
Fellow Senator James Langford offered these comments on Friday- "Cindy and I are deeply grateful for the service and friendship of Jim and Kay Inhofe.
“His legacy in the Senate will be remembered as a fighter for our military service members and our nation’s infrastructure. Oklahomans will remember his leadership when they’re driving on sound highways and bridges-but he will also be known for his love for Jesus and his love for sharing Jesus with the world."
Congressmen Frank Lucas and Tom Cole were also quick praise Senator Inhofe- click on their names for their statements.
As for our ag groups- Rodd Moesel with the Oklahoma Farm Bureau told me on Friday afternoon that Senator Inhofe has been a "tireless advocate for agriculture and a stalwart partner with Oklahoma Farm Bureau for decades."
Rodd's thoughts on working with Inhofe at both the state capitol and then at the US Capitol can be heard by clicking here.
I also talked with Michael Kelsey, Executive Vice President of the Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association and he says Jim Inhofe has been one of the best friends for the Oklahoma beef producers ever in our nation's capitol.
Kelsey says a great example of how Senator Inhofe advocated for farmers and ranchers came in the Obama years as President- saying that when "he served as Chair of the EPW- the Environment and Public Works Committee in the Senate-he just really held the Obama Administration to task over WOTUS."
Kelsey adds he watched Inhofe "erect barricades against bad policy while advancing good policy regarding WOTUS when the opportunity arose."
Listen to our visit with Michael Kelsey on Jim Inhofe by clicking here.
We also received comments from Scott Blubaugh, President of the American Farmers and Ranchers- read his comments on Senator Inhofe by clicking here.
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OSU's Rosslyn Biggs Reminds Folks to Get Health Certificates in Order Before Arriving at OYE |
Oklahoma friends and families are counting down the days until the Oklahoma Youth Expo - the world’s largest junior livestock show - kicks off! With more than 25,000 entries, this year’s show is expected to be one of the largest ever. With that many animals coming and going, Rosslyn Biggs, director of continuing education for the College of Veterinary Medicine and beef cattle specialist for the Oklahoma Cooperative Extension Service at Oklahoma State University, warns folks to not wait until the last minute when it comes to getting your health certificate.
Biosecurity is serious business and animals coming to OYE represent all of the state’s 77 counties. Depending on the disease, an outbreak could shut down the show entirely. With that said, Biggs said the number-one reason folks get turned away at the gate is not because of illness, but because they fail to provide a health certificate or they have failed to properly ID animals.
“Your veterinarian is required to inspect your animal,” Biggs said. “Make sure you make that appointment and give your veterinarian enough time to get that done.
“When you get to the gate, I am going to take a look at that health certificate, take a look in the trailer and make sure I can verify ID. One thing that can get tricky is ear notches on those hogs - make sure those are in good shape so we can check that ID if necessary.”
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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 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
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First Load of Tariff-Free U.S. Wheat Arrives in Vietnam |
Following productive talks with the United States last year, the Vietnamese government eliminated a three percent U.S. wheat import tariff on Dec. 30, 2021. On Feb. 6, 2022, the first shipment of U.S. wheat purchased without a tariff arrived at port in Ho Chi Minh City carrying more than 68,350 metric tons of soft white and hard red spring wheat grown in the Pacific Northwest and Northern Plains.
“The Foreign Agricultural Service worked hard to cut this barrier and level the playing field for U.S. wheat in Vietnam,” said Vince Peterson, President, U.S. Wheat Associates (USW). “Vietnam first reduced the U.S. wheat import tariff from five percent to three percent in July 2020. The talks continued until Vietnam published the final decree, and USDA and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced in November 2021 that the tariff would be eliminated.”
Vietnam imports an average of about four million metric tons of wheat per year. Australia and Canada are large wheat suppliers to Vietnam and had enjoyed duty-free access to Vietnam for many years under regional trade agreements.
Photo: A bulk vessel loaded with more than 68,000 metric tons of U.S. wheat purchased by Vietnamese flour millers.
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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.
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From the USDA Ag Outlook Forum- Dr. Kim Anderson says Nothing Much New on Wheat Supply and Demand |
This past week- USDA held their 2022 Ag Outlook Forum- and according to Oklahoma State University Grain Marketing Specialist Kim Anderson- the data released about winter wheat was showing more acres in the ground than a year ago- but with the dry conditions we are living with- there may well be a smaller crop than a year ago and maybe even be a smaller crop than the 5 year average.
Dr. Anderson writes "2022 U.S. wheat production is projected to be 1.94 billion bushels compared to 1.65 billion bushels in 2021 and 1.93 billion bushels in 2020. 2022 wheat planted acres are estimated to be 48 million compared to 46.7 million acres for 2021.
"All wheat 2022/23 ending stocks are estimated to be 731 million bushels compared to 648 million for the 2021/22 marketing year. The 2022/23 average annual price is estimated to be $6.30 compared to $7.30 for the current 2021/22 marketing year. Note that the average 2021 June, July and August Oklahoma wheat price was $6.35 compared to the average U.S. wheat price of $6.54.
"Estimates were not released by wheat class. In the January USDA wheat seedings report, 2022 U.S. hard red winter (HRW) wheat planted acres were estimated to be 23.8 million acres compared to 23.5 million for 2021. Higher planted acres imply higher harvested acres. Current wheat crop conditions for most of the HRW are lower than last year, implying the odds of lower yields. Hard red winter wheat production may be less than last year’s 750 million bushels. The 5-year average is 733 million bushels."
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Latest Cattle on Feed Numbers Slightly Above Year Ago But Feedlots Remain Current with Market Ready Animals |
No big surprises were seen in the February USDA Cattle on Feed Report released on Friday, February 25, 2022 by NASS. I talked after the report with Dr. Derrell Peel of Oklahoma State University about the numbers and what they tell us about beef cattle pipeline numbers as we head into the month of March.
Dr. Peel says "I tell you, the pre report estimates exactly matching February One on feed totals that came in 1.3% up from a year ago, placements were 98.6% of a year ago and marketings 96.9% of a year ago- dead on with the pre report guesses."
The OSU economist says that the thing he keeps looking for is for tighter on feed numbers. "the thing I have been looking for- really for several months is that fact that sooner or later these cattle on feed numbers have to come down. We have less cattle- the January 1 inventory numbers confirm we have less cattle in the country- you know the estimated feeder supply was down 2.6 percent and yet we have been able to hold these feedlot inventories at or above a year ago."
Listen to our conversation with Dr. Peel and review the latest numbers in our Monday Beef Buzz- at the link in the Blue Button.
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Week Three for the State Legislature was Shortened by Winter Weather- Leaving us with a Crowded Agenda for the Week Four- A Deadline Week |
Week three of the 2022 Oklahoma State Legislature turned out to be a weather shortened week- as the House and Senate did not meet on Wednesday and Thursday because of the winter storm that roared across Central Oklahoma.
OCA's Michael Kelsey says that there was some work done on Medical Marijuana issues- and he is feeling good about what is unfolding in the current session when it comes to getting some relief for rural Oklahoma on this high profile problem.
I talked with Kelsey about both week three's activity and what may be ahead this week- a deadline week where bills must be acted on at the Committee level in order to be alive for the 2022 session going forward.
Listen to our conversation with Kelsey about Medical Marijuana bills and more- click on the Blue Button below.
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Dairy Checkoff Set to Collaborate with the Mayo Clinic |
The dairy checkoff has entered a five-year collaboration with Mayo Clinic to explore research and consumer outreach efforts to improve public health and advance dairy’s benefits.
The checkoff’s memorandum of understanding with Mayo entails Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), National Dairy Council (NDC) and the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy (IC).
“This is a milestone moment for dairy farmers who made this possible through their century-long commitment to research and dairy nutrition,” said DMI CEO Barbara O’Brien. “This doesn’t happen without the strong national reputation farmers have built through National Dairy Council.
“This is a powerful collaboration that shows how the dairy checkoff is expanding our scientific network to bring a modernized complement to our legacy and move us further into the future.”
The collaboration will be incorporated across Mayo Clinic’s campuses in Rochester, Minn., Scottsdale and Phoenix, Ariz., and Jacksonville, Fla.
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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 mixed Friday. Choice Beef was down 97 cents and Select Beef was up 86 cents on Friday 02/25/2022.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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Oklahoma National Stockyards had 4,500 head on Sunday evening- numbers were held down due to slick roads earlier in the weekend once you got off the main highways. Kelli Payne tells to expect the auction this morning with around 5,000 head- and she anticipates they will sell around 5,200 by the time the auction is over- today's auction will start at 8:00 AM.
Compared to the previous sale on February 14th: Feeder steers 1.00-3.00 lower and heifers unevenly steady on Feb. 21. Steers calves 1.00-3.00 lower and heifer calves unevenly steady. Demand is moderate.
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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