Category: Ag News

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:22:18 CDT

Compared to the last report: As hay gets tighter and drought continues to worsen in our state, the farmers continue to bale up their crops to sell as hay. We are already seeing hay coming in from all parts o…

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:12:00 CDT

The Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine Open House returns from 9 a.m. to 4 pm. on Saturday, Oct. 29.

The community is invited to a day of exploring veterinary medicine through demonstrations and hands-on activities for all ages. The event is free and will take place at the Vet Med complex located at 208 N. McFarland St., Stillwater, Oklahoma, 74078.

“Open House is a fantastic opportunity for people of all ages to learn more about veterinary medicine,” said Dr. Carlos Risco, CVM dean. “Whether you are interested in a career in the veterinary field or just curious about what we do at the college, there is something for everyone.”

Plan for a full day of activities, including face painting; food trucks; meet and greet with Bullet, the Spirit Riders and Pistol Pete; teddy bear surgery; an adopt-a-thon with pets from local shelters; and hands-on, science-based activities for children of all ages.

Guests will also see student organizations on display and Vet Med apparel will be available to purchase. Children are encouraged to wear their favorite Halloween costumes to Open House for treats from each booth.

No personal pets are allowed for the safety of your animals and of others. An adult must accompany children at all times.

“With a strong reputation for graduating competent and practice-ready veterinarians, the CVM is a jewel in the crown of Oklahoma State University,” said Dr. Jerry Ritchey, associate dean of Academic and Student Affairs for CVM. “We have missed the opportunity to share this valuable resource with the public due to the pandemic and we are extremely excited to provide a glimpse into our programs and facilities through Open House.”

For questions, please contact CVM’s Office of Student Services at 405-744-6961 or dvm@okstate.edu. For directions and more information, visit Vet Med Open House.

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:08:42 CDT

Weekly, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist Paul Beck offers his expertise on the beef cattle industry. This is a part of the weekly series known as the "Cow-Calf Corner…

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 08:04:59 CDT

On Tuesday October 11, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) denounced Google’s decision to bias consumers against beef through their new sustainability search feature that provides in…

Sun, 16 Oct 2022 19:31:24 CDT

Oklahoma National Stockyards
Cow and Bull Sale
Tuesday, October 11, 2022

Total Receipts:
Today           1,379
Last Week   1,546…

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 15:11:27 CDT

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture are now putting the Daily Cash Grain Report into a PDF format – we are saving that PDF and archiving them for today’s specific report. To see today’s update, click on the PDF report link at the bottom of this story.

In addition to the PDF of the daily report, you can also listen to the Cash Grain Report by calling 405-621-5533. Push 2 for the grain report.

Click here: 04359_OklaCashGrain10112022.pdf

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:38:17 CDT

Combine harvester sales grew in September for both the U.S. and Canadian markets, while total tractors fell in both countries according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM).

Total U.S. ag equipment unit sales stayed above the 5-year average for the second month since April 2022. U.S. total farm tractor sales fell 12.8 percent for the month of September compared to 2021, while U.S. self-propelled combine sales for the month grew 6.6 percent, slowing the previous month’s gains. The 100+ horsepower 2WD tractor segment was again the only positive segment in the U.S., up 9.6 percent, while mid-range tractors between 40 and 100 horsepower were down 10.2 percent, and the sub-40hp segment fell 16.3 percent. Total farm tractor sales are down 14.3 percent year-to-date, a slight improvement from the previous month, while combine harvester unit sales growth streak, now at four months, have the segment up 3.4 percent year-to-date.

In Canada, growth in the majority of segments led to the first 2-month growth streak of the year, with growth led by combine harvesters, up 105.6 percent. Overall unit sales in tractors were down 0.9 percent, with 4WD units leading sales again, up 64.3 percent year-on-year. Unit sales in 2WD segments fell 1.6 percent due to a 13.1 percent decline in the sub-40hp segment. Both mid-range (+12.5 percent) and 100+ hp units (+41.1 percent) were positive. Year-to-date farm tractor unit sales cut their losses, now only down 6 percent in Canada, while harvesters are only 1 unit off their pace this time last year, currently at 1,241 units sold.

“The ag equipment market, as with most markets for manufactured goods, is turbulent,” said Curt Blades, senior vice president, industry sectors and product leadership at the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. “Farmers want to take advantage of the efficiency gains and technology that new equipment brings to their operations, especially with commodity markets being as positive as they are. However, supply chain difficulties continue to weigh on our member manufacturers’ deliveries.”

The full reports can be found in the Market Data section of the AEM website under Ag Tractor and Combine Reports.

To read the U.S. report, click here.

To read Canada’s report, click here.

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:36:38 CDT

United Soybean Board, Qualified State Soybean Boards and the Soy Transportation Coalition funds research and analysis to enhance infrastructure in Pacific Northwest.

To provide efficient access and bols…

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 14:00:22 CDT

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Tue, 11 Oct 2022 12:45:25 CDT

The American Farm Bureau Federation and National Pork Producers Council presented oral arguments before the U.S. Supreme Court today, challenging the ability of one state to set agricultural production stand…