Mar 29
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Oklahoma State Director Kenneth Corn today announced that USDA is investing more than $3 million in renewable energy projects to lower energy costs, generate new income and create jobs for Oklahoma farmers, ranchers, agricultural producers and rural small businesses. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack made an announcement during a visit to …
Mar 29
Each week, Beltway Beef brings you the latest policy news affecting the U.S. cattle and beef industry. Hear from subject-matter experts, producers, and industry leaders on the topics that impact the business viability of farms and ranches across the country. On this episode, NCBA Executive Director of Government Affairs Allison Rivera joins to share updates …
Mar 29
Ty Gregson joined Oklahoma State University Extension in May 2023 as the assistant state specialist in opioid and substance use prevention. He serves Oklahoma communities by providing educational resources on addiction and substance use. Gregson received his undergraduate degree in human development and family studies at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, and launched his …
Mar 28
The Woodward Livestock Market reports very light run of 795 head on Thursday, March 28- and according to USDA Market News- Compared to last week: Feeder steers 8.00 to 10.00 lower. Feeder heifers mostly steady. Steer can heifer calves unevenly steady on a light test.. Demand was moderate. Quality average.
Mar 28
Today, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) released the following statement after attending the groundbreaking ceremony for the upcoming Midwest City industrial rail spur projects. This comes after Congressman Cole secured $3 million in government funding for the projects as a part of the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations package. “I am very proud to announce that I …
Mar 28
This week on SUNUP is Oklahoma State University Extension grain market economist Kim Anderson. During this week’s edition, Anderson talks about the latest crop prices and more. Anderson said there has not been much change in the crop markets for the past few months. “You have got wheat prices moving between $5.00 and $5.50,” Anderson said. …
Mar 28
Below is an analysis of the March 28th Prospective Plantings Report written by OSU crop marketing specialist Dr. Kim Anderson: The USDA released the 2024 Prospective Plantings report. The report appeared to be slightly bullish for corn, soybeans, and soft red winter wheat. The report appeared to be bearish for hard red winter wheat and neutral …
