This Week After a one-day dalliance with a rising price, the national average for a gallon of gas resumed its steady retreat, shedding six cents since last week to $3.18. The main reason is a weaker cost for oil, which is struggling to stay above $70 per barrel. The falling price comes just a week …
Category: Ag News
Dec 12
Experts in animal, human genetics talk innovation at Angus Convention
Cattle producers and Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI®) are not the only ones thinking about advancements in genetic selection. Genetic tools and research in fields such as aquaculture and human health are also exploring ways to improve tools and industry methods. On November 4 at Angus Convention in Orlando, FL, a panel presentation featured Kristin Brogaard, …
Dec 12
Cole Announces 2023 Military Academy Nominations
Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) today announced the names of 15 high school students from the Fourth District of Oklahoma that he has nominated for entry into one of America’s prestigious military academies. The academies that receive congressionally nominated students include the U.S. Air Force Academy, the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, the U.S. Military Academy at …
Dec 12
How Do We Improve Percent Calf Crop Weaned?
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 talks about improving calf-crop weaning numbers. The percent calf-crop weaned is of paramount economic importance in a …
Dec 12
Rep. Cole’s Column: Getting Serious About Securing America’s Borders
Throughout the last several weeks, both chambers of Congress have continued to work toward an agreement to assist Israel, Ukraine and American forces and installations in the Western Pacific, as well as provide more security for our Southern border. While supporting our allies and partners in thwarting aggression is very important to the United States’ …
Dec 12
Small Business Owners Pessimistic About Future Business Conditions
NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index decreased 0.1 point in November to 90.6, which marks the 23rd consecutive month below the 50-year average of 98. Twenty-two percent of owners reported that inflation was their single most important problem in operating their business, unchanged from October but 10 points lower than this time last year. “Job openings …
Dec 12
Holiday Baking Gets a Boost
Many baking recipes call for eggs. Americans love to bake, especially during the holidays. This seasonal demand typically causes a short but often sharp uptick in table egg prices around this time of year, as seen in figure 1. Egg markets also typically experience a short price spike in early Spring corresponding with the Easter …
Dec 12
Increase in 4-Wheel-Drive Ag Tractor Sales Continues in November
Unit sales of 4-wheel-drive agriculture tractors grew in both the U.S. and Canada in November, continuing a strong final quarter of 2023, according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). In the U.S., the November data shows that 4-wheel-drive tractors grew year-over-year 72.6 percent, the only segment to see growth for the month. Year-to-date, 4-wheel-drive …
Dec 12
CHS owners elect seven board members, pass bylaws Amendments
Reelected to the CHS Board of Directors were: Newly elected CHS Board member Anthony Rossman was elected to the CHS Board to represent CHS members in Region 1 (Minnesota), succeeding Perry Meyer, who retired from the Board at the conclusion of the annual meeting. Rossman operates a diversified crop and livestock operation near Rochester, Minn., …
Dec 12
HOW TO HAVE AN AG DAY–OK Soybean Board
It’s time for another awesome workshop!Teachers will experience a sample Ag Day and spend the afternoon with expert Ag Day panelist! “How to have an Ag Day” Teacher Workshop sponsored by the Oklahoma Soybean Board. WHEN:Saturday January 13th, 2024: 10am-3pm•WHERE:Totusek Arena & Classroom2601 West McElroyStillwater, Oklahoma 74074(Next door to the Cline Equine Center)•Catered lunch Sign …
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