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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Strong Marketings Key to Working Through Record Cattle Numbers in US Feedlots
- Drought Busted- or at Least Dented With June Rain
- Farm Credit Council's Todd Van Hoose Says They will Continue to Help Beginning Farmers
- New Farm Conservation Economic Study: EQIP Program Improves Cover Crop Adoption
- Mark Johnson on Facilities and Avoiding Injury When Working Cattle
- USDA Invests $770 Million to Expand Market Opportunities for Rural Businesses
- The Last Act Before Sine Die- More Than 100 Bills Wait on the Governor's Action
- OSU Rodeo Sending Six to College National Finals Rodeo
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Strong Marketings Key to Working Through Record Cattle Numbers in US Feedlots |
The May 2022 Cattle on Feed report from USDA showed a record number of cattle on feed as of May 1, 2022. The 12 million head was the biggest May first number since the current data set has been kept- stretching back to 1996.
OSU Extension Livestock Market Economist Derrell Peel says that with the large number of cattle now in our nation's feedlots, it's important that all the factors that make up our ability to market cattle run as smoothly as possible to keep marketings on track for the next several months through the rest of the second quarter and into the third quarter as well.
That includes beef demand staying strong domestically and internationally- packers keeping their weekly kills at high levels(labor is a key to this) and feedlots being aggressive in selling their market ready pens.
Peel says "the way we are stacking these cattle up- we're going to need to continue to move them and we typically we seasonally do move a lot of cattle at this time of the year but as we get into the heat of the summer- the summer doldrums- that gets a little bit more challenging. That may be where we have to watch this movement in the July and August time frame."
He's also hopeful that we will start see placements falling under a year ago significantly and that will give us some help in managing the feedlot numbers we face later in 2022.
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Midwest Farm Shows is proud to produce the two best Farm Shows in the State of Oklahoma annually- the Tulsa Farm Show each December and the Oklahoma City Farm Show each April.
The Tulsa Farm Show is Oklahoma’s premier agricultural and ranching event- and returns to the SageNet Center (Expo Square) December, 8-9-10, 2022.
Now is the ideal time to contact the Midwest Farm Show Office at 507-437-7969 and book space at the 2022 Tulsa Farm Show. To learn more about the Tulsa Farm Show, click here.
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Drought Busted- or at Least Dented With June Rain |
The more color the better is what you want to see on a multiple day rainfall map- greens and yellows look mighty pretty on a map that extends across Oklahoma like we have above- you can click on this map and jump to the Mesonet site and explore how much rain the various locations received.
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No color is what you want to see on the Drought Monitor Map(the map above is the Drought Monitor of last Thursday)- and in recent weeks- we have been seeing more of that in the eastern half of Oklahoma- now with the rains of this week- that will be pushed a little further west- some of that will be reflected in this week's Drought Monitor that comes out tomorrow morning- some of it may be one more week in the making.
At the same time- the severity of the drought in our western counties has taken a hit as well- as you can see if the Mesonet map above- lots of areas west of I-35 had 1.5 to 2 inch rainfall amounts- not enough to declare drought gone- but a big help in providing valuable soil profile moisture where little has been available most of the spring.
Even the panhandle received some rain- but not adequate amounts to make much of an impact on the drought here in the short term.
This morning- we still have some rain in southeastern Oklahoma that is working it's way out of the state.
Temperatures will start to warm back up- and we will be easily in the 80s and then into the 90s by Memorial Day.
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Farm Credit Council's Todd Van Hoose Says They will Continue to Help Beginning Farmers |
With High Input costs, too much rain in some areas, and not enough in others, ag Producers are looking for a silver lining. Farm Credit Council President and CEO Todd Van Hoose is trying to offer a few of those options. Van Hoose says the good news is that farmers are the most technologically sophisticated they've ever been, and the management skills out there for American agriculture have never been higher. "With all the volatility, interest rates, prices and inputs and markets, You've never had to be as qualified as today to be a farmer."
Van Hoose said one of the groups they are trying to help is beginning farmers, "It surprises most people to see that we continue to find new beginning farmers to get into this business year over year." Last year Van Hoose said Farm Credit made 97,000 loans to people with less than ten years of experience for about $26 billion, "So we continue to see a demand to get into the industry, maybe not the same kind of demand that we used to see where it typically was somebody's following on mom and dad's farm and intergenerational transfer. We're seeing a lot of different types of operators out there."
With the average age of the American farmer growing, the need for a new generation to take over is high. Van Hoose says The good news is That land values are very strong, but that's also the bad news. "If you've got some right now, it's a wonderful thing. But if you're trying to get some, it's a real barrier to entry. And so you know, balancing that; The interest of one generation versus another is tough."
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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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New Farm Conservation Economic Study: EQIP Program Improves Cover Crop Adoption |
The American Soybean Association (ASA) recently led an analysis of federal conservation programs to determine which programs were the most beneficial to farmers and led to greater adoption of conservation practices. The economic analysis showed that the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) funding to farmers increased cover crop acres more efficiently than the whole-farm Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). In addition, neither program moved the needle forward on no-till practice adoption.
The analysis was funded through a grant ASA received from the Walton Family Foundation. ASA Economist Scott Gerlt teamed up with Roderick Rejesus and Yuyuan Che, North Carolina State agricultural economists, to take a deep dive into 2009-2020 USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) data. Both EQIP and CSP are voluntary cost-share government programs that provide financial and technical assistance to increase farmer practices that improve soil, water, air, wildlife and climate impact. Results of the economic analysis provide additional guidance for ASA’s advocacy efforts related to proposed conservation programs under the 2023 Farm Bill.
Ariel Wiegard, Director of Government Affairs for ASA, likens these results to recent grower surveys and Farm Bill listening session comments. “This study underscores what we hear from growers as we clarify our conservation priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill.”
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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.
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Mark Johnson on Facilities and Avoiding Injury When Working Cattle |
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," Today, Johnson is talking about Facilities and Avoiding Injury When Working Cattle
Objectives of good cattle working facilities include reducing stress on the animals, increasing the efficiency of our labor, and the safety of both cattle and humans alike. Proper facility design and good stockmanship skills are critically important to handling cattle as safely and efficiently as possible. A good working facility, understanding animal behavior and good animal husbandry skills all work in synergy with regard the safe handling of cattle. A good cattle working facility is typically designed as a result of considering:
- animal behavior
- site selection
- lighting
- drainage
- surface (dirt, rock, concrete)
- number of animals to be worked
- size of animals to be worked
- frequency of use
Effective stockmanship is typically the result of considering the following with respect to animal behavior:
- cattle want to see you
- cattle do not like to be alone, they will go to other cattle
- cattle typically have one thought at a time, they are motivated by fear and have a “fight or flight” mentality
- cattle want to remove pressure
- cattle have a flight zone
- cattle have a point of balance
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USDA Invests $770 Million to Expand Market Opportunities for Rural Businesses |
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Tuesday announced $770 million to help create better market opportunities for rural businesses. The investments include $640 million for 122 projects to help people living in socially vulnerable communities. Vilsack says the investments “demonstrate how USDA remains committed to helping people in rural America create new and better market opportunities.
USDA is making a total of 154 investments through three programs specifically designed to create economic opportunities for people and businesses in rural areas.
The funding will help rural America keep resources and wealth right at home through job training, business expansion and technical assistance. It will help companies hire more workers and reach new customers. It will open the door to new economic opportunities for communities and people who historically have lacked access to critical resources and financing. It will also help entrepreneurs and business cooperatives create jobs, grow businesses, and find new and better markets for their products.
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The Last Act Before Sine Die- More Than 100 Bills Wait on the Governor's Action |
The Oklahoma House and Senate are currently adjourned to a Call of the Chair as we wait to see how Governor Kevin Stitt will act on the more than 100 bills currently on his desk. Nearly one-third of those implement the fiscal year 2023 budget. (Our Thanks to the Oklahoma Grain and Feed Association for providing this comprehensive list of bills awaiting the action of Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt. )
Gov. Stitt has until Thursday, May 26, at 11:59 p.m. to either sign or veto the measures. If he takes no action, they become law. Legislators have until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 27, to override any vetoes.
Our webstory linked below has the complete list of bills approved by the lawmakers that now sit on the desk of Governor Stitt- will we see override votes on Friday? Stay tuned.
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OSU Rodeo Sending Six to College National Finals Rodeo |
Six members of the OSU Rodeo Team are headed to Casper, Wyoming, to compete for Oklahoma State University in the College National Finals Rodeo June 12-18. The OSU Rodeo Team will compete against teams from 11 different regions across the country.
The event will cap off a championship season for the OSU Rodeo women’s team, who secured the Central Plains Region Women’s Team championship at the final rodeo, held in April at Oklahoma Panhandle State University. Team member Kenna McNeill was named the Central Plains All Around Champion Cowgirl.
From the men’s team, LJ Yeahquo was named Central Plains Region champion heeler, and Cody Huwa was named Central Plains Region reserve champion heeler.
This year marks McNeill’s third appearance at the CNFR. She said she looks forward to the CNFR each year because it gives her the opportunity to meet new people and represent OSU. She added the team is headed into this year’s competition ready to compete at their highest level.
Representing OSU at the 2022 CNFR will be:
Cheyenne Bartling, recreation management and recreation therapy student from Sand Springs, Oklahoma – goat tying and breakaway roping
Ethan Griffin, agribusiness student from Eucha, Oklahoma – team roping header
Cody Huwa, agribusiness student from Roggen, Colorado – team roping heeler
Kenna McNeill, animal science student from Hobbs, New Mexico – goat tying and barrel racing
Lexie Russell, animal science student from Gainesville, Texas – breakaway roping
LJ Yeahquo, management student from Crescent, Oklahoma – team roping heeler
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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- Choice Beef was down 63 cents and Select Beef was up $1.12 on Tuesday, May 24th.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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Oklahoma National Stockyards had a final number of 10,096 head on Monday, May 23rd. (Note- NO SALE next Monday due to Memorial Day Holiday)
Compared to last week: Feeder steers 2.00-4.00 lower. Feeder heifers unevenly steady. Steer and heifer calves 6.00-8.00 lower. Demand moderate. Quality average to attractive. Moisture is set to impact the area for the next couple days as much cooler temperatures enter the region.
Click below for the complete closing report.
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OKC West in El Reno had a run of 1,500 for the calf trade on Tuesday, May 24th.
Compared to last week: Steers and heifer calves sold 3.00-6.00 lower on limited comparable offerings. Demand moderate. Several inches of rain has fallen across the trade area over the the last few days and more is in the forecast.
Click on the button below for details of the trade as compiled by the USDA Market News Service.
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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/Ranch Broadcaster and Editor
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