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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Thursday, January 21, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Staff Appointments
- Ag Groups Ready to Work with New Administration
- January Cattle Inventory Report Expected to Show a Stable U.S. Cow Herd Says OSU's Derrell Peel
- Southern Plains Podcast Featuring Victor Murphy
- Oklahoma Conservation Commission’s Amy Seiger to receive first national Regenerative Agriculture Woman of the Year Award”
- Oklahoma State Livestock Researchers Awarded two $200,000 National Grants
- Kay County Extension’s Shannon Mallory Receives Statewide Award
- Virtual Commodity Classic Makes Registration Free for First 5,000
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U.S. Department of Agriculture Announces Key Staff Appointments |
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the names of individuals who will hold senior staff positions in Washington, D.C.
Gregory Parham, D.V.M., was named Interim Deputy Assistant Secretary for Administration. Dr. Parham served as Assistant Secretary for Administration from 2013-2016. Previously, he served as Administrator of Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS).
Prior to that, Dr. Parham served as APHIS' Associate Administrator and as the Deputy Administrator for Marketing and Regulatory Programs, Business Services. He joined USDA in 1982 and has worked for several agencies. Dr. Parham holds a master’s degree from the Johns Hopkins University and doctorate and bachelor’s degrees from The Ohio State University.
Katharine Ferguson was named Chief of Staff in the Office of the Secretary. Most recently, Ferguson served as Associate Director of the Aspen Institute Community Strategies Group. Before joining the Aspen Institute, Ferguson served in the Obama Administration as Chief of Staff for the White House Domestic Policy Council and as Chief of Staff for Rural Development at USDA. Ferguson also worked on the Senate Agriculture Committee and as staff to several U.S. Senators. Other work experience has focused on topics ranging from racial equity, community economic development, conservation, food and agriculture, public health and nutrition. Originally from Colorado, she is a graduate of Tufts University and holds an MPA from the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs at Syracuse University.
Our story at the button below has the complete list released by the incoming administration.
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Ag Groups and Leaders Ready to Work with New Administration |
Several Agriculture Groups expressed their Readiness to work with the new administration following the Presidential Inauguration.
Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) President and CEO Daren Coppock "ARA congratulates President Biden and Vice President Harris on taking the oaths of office today. We look forward to working with the administration on issues critical to ag retailers, their farmer customers, and communities."
Congressman Frank Lucas “Putting politics and ideology aside, today is a historic day for the United States of America as we honor our country’s most important civic ritual: the inauguration of the President of the United States. As President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris take office, I join millions of Americans in praying for our Nation’s continued success,” said Congressman Lucas. “This year, the traditions of the inaugural ceremony were a bit different- including my own tradition. As I assessed security requirements and adhered to the necessary standards for COVID-19 and the general policy of minimizing public involvement in this year’s inauguration, I, like many Americans, watched the inauguration of President Biden from home."
“The American Farm Bureau Federation congratulates President Joe Biden as he begins his term as 46th president of the United States. We also congratulate Vice President Kamala Harris as she makes history as the first woman to serve as America’s vice president.
“The past several weeks have been difficult for all of America. We were saddened by the violence that threatened a peaceful transfer of power, but what we witnessed today is a hallmark of what has made this country an example for the rest of the world. We have peacefully ushered in new leaders and with them new appreciation for the resilience of our democracy. Today, we turn the page, learn the lessons, and look to the future with the hope and optimism that are core to who we are as Americans."
Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor--“Growth Energy extends its congratulations to President Biden and Vice President Harris. President Biden made it clear on the campaign trail that his administration would usher a new era of biofuels as part of their rural agenda and efforts to promote clean energy. We look forward to working with the President and his Administration to deliver on his promise and include biofuels as a big part of the climate strategy for decarbonizing the transportation sector immediately.”
NMPF President and CEO Jim Mulhern: "The National Milk Producers Federation congratulates President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on becoming the 46th president and 49th vice-president of the United States, as well as the members of the 117th Congress as they embark on their work serving the American people."
NCFC President Chuck Conner “On behalf of America’s farmer cooperatives, I would like to congratulate President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris on assuming office today. The past year has been one of unprecedented tragedy and deep division across our country; with today’s inauguration, we echo the president’s call for unity to help heal these wounds"
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January Cattle Inventory Report Expected to Show a Stable U.S. Cow Herd Says OSU's Derrell Peel |
Cattle industry officials are closely watching the biannual USDA Cattle Inventory report coming out Jan. 29 and Dr. Derrell Peel, OSU Extension livestock market economist, expects the numbers to continue to small reduction in the nation’s cow herd.
The national cattle inventory report is issued every January and July and gives us an idea of how many beef cows we have in the U.S.
In general, I think we are looking at a modest slide in cattle inventory, Peel said, continuing what happened in 2020.
Beef cow numbers peaked in 2019, they were off a little in 2020 and I expect a little more off in 21, Peel said.
We’re carrying feedlot inventories close to year ago levels but as we go through the year, I expect those numbers to tighten a little, he said.
Will this report indicate herd expansion or contraction?
If you look at the overall levels, coming into 2020 the numbers indicated we would not see much liquidation, but there was so much volatility last year it was a challenge to read much into the data, he said.
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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 new daily report starting to be heard on several of our Radio Stations- It's Called Cotton Talk- and we appreciate the Oklahoma Cotton Council for their support in making this a reality.
Click on the Button below to listen to our most recent report
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Southern Plains Podcast Featuring Victor Murphy |
In this special episode of the Southern Plains Podcast- host Clay Pope visits with Victor Murphy with the National Weather Service in Ft. Worth Texas about the current conditions in Oklahoma and Texas and what to expect weather wise over the next few weeks. |
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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-
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Oklahoma Conservation Commission’s Amy Seiger to receive first national Regenerative Agriculture Woman of the Year Award” |
The Oklahoma Conservation Commission’s (OCC) Amy Seiger has been chosen as the first recipient of the national Regenerative Agriculture Woman of the Year Award. High Plains Journal in partnership with Soil Health U is recognizing Seiger, the Oklahoma Conservation Commission Soil Health Coordinator, with the award during the Soil Health U Virtual Event, Jan. 21, 2021.
Nicol Ragland said, “Amy is a driving force in the state of Oklahoma promoting soil health. Coming from a farming family herself, she realized the importance at a very early age and has devoted her life to the work ever since. Amy's outreach, as well as one-on-one consultations regarding conservation, have been unprecedented and worthy of both statewide and national recognition.”
Jimmy Emmons, a Leopold Conservation Award Winner and a keynote speaker during the Soil Health U virtual event, said, “Amy is an asset to Oklahoma farmers and ranchers due to her work with the Conservation Commission, helping to increase awareness of soil health. Amy is well-deserving of this recognition and I’m proud of the difference she continues to make.”
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Oklahoma State Livestock Researchers Awarded two $200,000 National Grants |
Researchers with Oklahoma State University’s Division of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources have been awarded two National Institute of Food and Agriculture grants aimed at improving the sustainability of livestock producers.
A $200,000 NIFA grant will enable Oklahoma State scientists to study the role of glucose metabolism in the regulation of feed intake and nutrient-use efficiency of beef cattle.
“This research aims to determine what makes some cattle more efficient in turning feed into beef than other cattle,” said lead investigator Andrew Foote, an assistant professor of ruminant nutritional physiology in the OSU Department of Animal and Food Sciences.
The greatest cost in beef production is feed. However, beef cattle producers are unable to select animals for optimal feed intake, unlike many other traits. The amount of feed that cattle consume when given unlimited access is not consistent, making it difficult to predict feed consumption accurately.
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Kay County Extension’s Shannon Mallory Receives Statewide Award |
Kay County Extension Agricultural Educator Shannon Mallory was recognized as the 2021 recipient of the Oklahoma State University Extension Outstanding Individual Field Staff Program Award on Jan. 7.
Mallory was honored for his highly successful use of YouTube in providing educational information and resources to clients when traditional face-to-face workshops became unsafe because of the coronavirus pandemic.
“The YouTube channel will never displace traditional Extension programming, but it provides great value in allowing us to make available short informational and how-to videos,” Mallory said. “Another benefit of the videos I produce is that agricultural producers can view the videos at their convenience, and as many times as they wish. All they need is internet access.”
Each video is designed around answering a specific question, with an emphasis on basic information about managing land for new or relatively inexperienced farmers. It is also valuable as a general education video for people who might want to learn about common, research-based, agricultural practices in general.
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Another Major National Ag Gathering Will be Virtual- Commodity Classic Happening March 2-5 |
In some cases, the major agricultural events of the year that happen in the first quarter of the year have postponed to summer- NCBA's Cattle Industry Convention and the TSCRA Annual Convention are two to come to mind- but the majority of Conventions have elected to go virtual.
Commodity Classic has set the dates for its 2021 Special Edition(code for virtual), which will take place March 2-5, 2021, as a digital experience. Registration will open next Tuesday, January 26, 2021, at CommodityClassic.com.
The registration fee is waived for the first 5,000 farmers. All other registrants and farmers after the first 5,000 will be charged $20. The registration covers all online educational sessions and events and access to all archived sessions through April 30, 2021. Organizers say the digital experience will focus on providing educational sessions and farmer networking opportunities.
Participating sponsors will showcase new products, services and innovation through a variety of online presentations, educational sessions and interactive discussions.
Additionally, a lineup of agriculture thought leaders, top-yielding farmers, agribusiness representatives and Commodity Classic association leaders are expected to be on the schedule.
In October, Commodity Classic announced that it was pivoting to a digital event due to restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2021 Commodity Classic was originally scheduled for San Antonio, Texas, in early March.
Commodity Classic is the joint gathering of the National Association of Wheat Growers, American Soybean Association, National Sorghum Producers, National Corn Growers Association and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers.
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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 continue to go higher- Choice Beef was up $1.42 and Select Beef was up 84 cents on January 20th.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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OKC West in El Reno had a total run of 10.980 head for their their trade this week- January 19 and 20.
Compared to last week: Feeder steers sold 1.00 to mostly 5.00 lower. Feeder heifers traded 2.00 to 4.00 higher. Demand good for heifers, moderate for steers. Steer and heifer calves sold mostly steady to 2.00 lower. Demand moderate.
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 Director and Editor
KC Sheperd, Associate Farm Director and Editor
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Sam Knipp, Farm News Editor
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