While the Oklahoma hog inventory has dropped 8% in December 2023 versus a year ago- the US hog herd is a few thousand head larger this December versus last. Key findings in the national report include: To obtain an accurate measurement of the U.S. swine industry, NASS surveyed 6,341 operators across the nation during the …
Category: Ag News
Dec 26
NPPC Sees Need for Vaccine Bank Expansion and Immigrant Labor Reforms
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network Intern, Maci Carter, is visiting with the President of the National Pork Producers Council, Scott Hays, about an update on issues in the pork industry. Scott Hays is a fifth-generation pork producer and has been involved in many aspects of production. While owning sows and production facilities, he enjoys involvement in …
Dec 26
Drop Off Natural Christmas Tree at Oklahoma City Parks
If you put up a Real Christmas Tree this year, you have a couple of options for disposing of it this year. From December 26th to January 15th, folks can drop off their Christmas Trees at Wheeler Park (3600 Pat Murphy Dr). and Will Rogers Park. (1120 S Western Ave) Trees must be free of …
Dec 26
Monday Preopening Market Update with Dave Lanning
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Dec 26
In Memory of Jarold Callahan- Details of Services This Week
The following is our post in the Daily Email we send weekday mornings about Jarold Callahan, who passed away this past Saturday. We have details of the services announced by the Callahan family: It’s a sad Christmas for those of us who knew Jarold Callahan. Unexpectedly, he died on Saturday, December 23rd while visiting family …
Dec 25
Beef Industry 2023 Year in Review- and a Look Into 2024
On today’s Cow-Calf Corner, Dr. Mark Z. Johnson, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist reviews 2023 and looks ahead to the new year in the beef cattle business: The end of 2023 arrives at a time when we, as cattle producers, have a great deal to be thankful for. Strong cattle prices and …
Dec 25
Placements Higher Than Trade Expected in Final Cattle on Feed Report of 2023
The final Cattle on Feed report for 2023 was released as the industry headed into the Christmas holiday weekend- and it was a slightly bearish report- based on more cattle being placed into feedlots compared to what the pre report guesses by the trade were. Cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in …
Dec 25
Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Mourns the Death of Jarold Callahan
The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association is deeply saddened to hear of the untimely passing of Jarold Callahan. Jarold served in many capacities in many organizations including Executive Vice President of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association from 1991-96. His vision for our industry and cattle acumen were unequaled and he was truly a leader of leaders. OCA extends …
Dec 25
Oklahoma Angus Association Statement on the Passing of Jarold Callahan
Statement from the Oklahoma Angus Association in regards to the passing of visionary Angus breeder and Angus leader, Jarold Callahan. It is with profound sadness that we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Jarold Callahan, former President and current Executive Director of the Oklahoma Angus Association. Jarold’s support at every OAA event was …
Dec 25
Statement from the Oklahoma Beef Council Regarding Passing of Beef Industry Leader, Jarold Callahan
It is with profound sadness that we extend our deepest condolences on the passing of Jarold Callahan, former Chairman of the Oklahoma Beef Council and an exemplary leader in the cattle industry. His loss is deeply felt, and his legacy will forever be etched in the annals of our community. “Jarold was more than a …