Oklahoma's Latest Farm
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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Wednesday, March 10, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- OYE Proactively Changes Timing of Gilt Show Because of PEDv Concerns- I Talk With Tyler Norvell on Why
- Allendale's Rich Nelson Says March Wasde Estimates Left largely Unchanged
- Research Team Receives Grant to Study How Improving Soil Health Could Mitigate Greenhouse Gases in Semi-Arid Region
- Mark Johnson on How to Invest in Genetics to Maximize Your Profit Potential
- OSU's Derrell Peel Expects Higher Feed Costs to Impact How Feedlots Buy Feeder Cattle
- Checkoff Expands Consumer Reach Through Fuel Up to Play 60, Undeniably Dairy Programs
- Dependable People. Reliable Wheat. - A New Fact Sheet from U.S. Wheat Associates
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OYE Proactively Changes Timing of Gilt Show Because of PEDv Concerns- I Talk With Tyler Norvell on Why
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One of the reasons that the Oklahoma Youth Expo is called "The Greatest Show" by many is the desire to put the young men and women who show their animals at the OYE first- and that is being seen in the last minute decision to show the breeding gilts after the scheduled run of this year's Expo.I sat down on the eve of the start of competition at the 2021 OYE to explore the details of the Gilt Show move with OYE's Tyler Norvell.
Norvell calls the move "proactive" as OYE came up with this plan that will offer the best biosecurity way to allow the barrow show to happen and then set up a "different" location within the State Fair Park facilities to show the breeding gilts and then allow those animals to go back home or to a new home to be used as a mama.
Norvell tells me "in 2019 we had PEDv, in 2020 we had COVID and here in 2021 we are dealing with COVID and PEDv." Several weeks back, the OYE was warned that with PEDv being seen in hog herds around the country once again- that if the disease was discovered at OYE in 2021- they would have no choice but to shut down the event.
Normally, commercial gilts would have started to arrive Tuesday evening- but now the plan is have the gilt show starting March 24th- after the market shows are complete and the Sale of Champions has occurred.
Norvell acknowledges that this is not a cheap solution for the Youth Expo- "it's gonna cost us anywhere from an extra $30,000 to $40,000 to do this deal- but it's important that we have these events for young people- and we'll figure out how to make it work. The extra cost is minimal compared to what we are doing for these young people. There has been frustration express by some folks that we have had to make changes- and I'm frustrated, too but it's out of our control and we have to respond as best we can to make sure we have our event."
It's worth your time to listen to our conversation to get a real understanding of this change and the reasons why. It's available by clicking on the button below.
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Midwest Farm Shows is proud to produce the two best Farm Shows in the State of Oklahoma annually- the Tulsa Farm Show each December and the Oklahoma City Farm Show each April.
They would like to thank all of you who participated in their 2021 Tulsa City Farm Show.
Up next will be the Oklahoma City’s premier spring agricultural and ranching event with returns to the State Fair Park April 15-16-17, 2021.
Now is the ideal time to contact the Midwest Farm Show Office at 507-437-7969 and book space at the 2021 Oklahoma City Farm Show. To learn more about the Oklahoma City Farm Show, click here.
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Allendale's Rich Nelson Says March Wasde Estimates Left largely Unchanged
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USDA on Tuesday released its March Crop Production and World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) reports.
USDA held pat on demand and domestic ending stocks for corn, soybeans and wheat in the March World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates. Corn ending stocks held at 1.502 billion bushels (bb) for the 2020-21 corn crop and soybeans held at 120 million bushels (mb). USDA increased Brazil's soybean production estimate by 1 million metric ton (mmt) to 134 mmt. It reduced Argentina production by 0.5 mmt to 47.5 mmt.
Allendale's Rich Nelson said USDA didn't give us much in this report as far as the U.S. Balance sheets, "On the Corn Side, they left ending stocks unchanged from last month 1.502. billion bushels. This is still the tightest corn supply in about seven years, so it's still supportive, but USDA, in many people's viewpoint, is still sandbagging on recognized, and what overall is still a strong export sales discussion. USDA simply waiting on these numbers to be shpped before they Recognize them.
Nelson Says Soybeans are Unchanged, "As far as soybeans. It looks like he was he left numbers unchanged from last month at 120 million bushels. Same type of story here but different than the corn side where they do have, shipments lagging and a very short term. US Exporters are still quite current on shipments here, so the trade that still suggesting tighter supplies, in the upcoming months. The question is when USDA may recognize that. As far as our discussion on the US wheat balance sheet, no change to the 836 million bushel ending stock there, you can argue maybe export sales might be a little overdone on USDA balance sheet, but on this report., theydid not change these numbers as far as the US discussion here."
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Research Team Receives Grant to Study How Improving Soil Health Could Mitigate Greenhouse Gases in Semi-Arid Region
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Farming and ranching in West Texas walk a very thin line in an effort to achieve sustainability. A combination of the semi-arid climate and scarcity of water presents a great challenge to agricultural producers throughout the region, and a slight deviation one way or the other often determines how profitable a growing season or herd can be.
The key for producers is to use as little of the limited natural resources as possible while still improving production. That task also is the focus of many agricultural research projects at companies and universities across the U.S., including those in the College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources at Texas Tech University.
Leading one of those research projects is Lindsey Slaughter, an assistant professor of soil microbial ecology and biochemistry in the Department of Plant and Soil Science (PSS). Her latest project, a collaboration with fellow researchers from Texas Tech and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Services (ARS), is an attempt to develop new management strategies for agricultural grasslands that can improve production and soil health, conserve natural resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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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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Mark Johnson on How to Invest in Genetics to Maximize Your Profit Potential
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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 is talking about how to Invest in Genetics to Maximize Your Profit Potential
Breeding season is just around the corner and it’s time to consider our investment in genetics to maximize the profit potential of the calves that will be born next year. With more genetic information and technology available than ever before, we address the process of determining what traits are economically important in your operation. As covered last week, there are three primary goals of any breeding season:
1. Get cows settled as early in the breeding season as possible.
2. Get cows bred to bulls with highest possible genetic values.
3. Achieve both as economically as possible by getting cows bred to fewest possible bulls
This week, we look closer at number 2. This topic should be analyzed from your own unique perspective based characteristics of your operation such as:
1. How and when do you intend to market your calf crop? (at weaning, as yearlings, as fed cattle, as bred heifers or open replacement females)
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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-
if you missed this morning's Farm News - or you are in an area where you can't hear it- click below for this morning's Farm news from Ron Hays and KC Sheperd on RON.
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OSU's Derrell Peel Expects Higher Feed Costs to Impact How Feedlots Buy Feeder Cattle
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Rising feed prices will impact how feedlots respond to the feeder cattle market this spring, said Dr. Derrell Peel, OSU Extension livestock market economist.
There’s been a lot of talk about the high feed prices and how it will impact protein production, Peel said.
I remind folks that we’re going to continue to feed cattle, but the feedlots could be interested in buying more pounds on the front end, buying them a little heavier and reducing that total feed bill, Peel said.
As we go through the next four months, I think we will see more of that dynamic play out, Peel said.
The OSU economist said the drought map is a little bit concerning especially in the western part of the country, as we move into the spring grazing season, which could also impact feed costs.
There will be more impact in April and May out west, Peel said, and that will impact the stocker industry.
The prospects for Osage Country and Flint Hills grazing look decent, he added.
As producers prepare for the spring grazing season, they are still adding up the losses from the February brutal cold.
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Checkoff Expands Consumer Reach Through Fuel Up to Play 60, Undeniably Dairy Programs
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Working with National Football League (NFL) players and Discovery Education, the dairy checkoff is unveiling initiatives that provide fresh opportunities for consumers and youth to engage with dairy and learn about the industry’s sustainability story.
The efforts include the Smoothie Blitz, created in partnership with the checkoff-led Fuel Up to Play 60 program, and a new Undeniably Dairy “Farming to the Future” Virtual Field Trip with Discovery Education. Both programs seek to highlight dairy’s unique health and wellness benefits, as well as farmers’ commitment to the planet.
“These efforts are about continuing momentum of the idea that dairy is an important part of everyday life,” said Beth Engelmann, chief operations officer of Dairy Management Inc. (DMI). “With an added focus on the holistic wellness that today’s generation craves, we’re showcasing how dairy contributes to your mind and body in a variety of ways. We’re also showcasing that farmers make these products possible through practices that are good for their animals and the environment.”
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Dependable People. Reliable Wheat. - A New Fact Sheet from U.S. Wheat Associates
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In the latest article from USWheat.org, they talk about a new fact sheet from U.S. Wheat Associates.
The U.S. farm families who produce the wheat and the industry that supplies it are committed to keeping the market open and transparent. Here are some of the reasons why our overseas customers know they can depend on our supply chain’s integrity, the quality of U.S. wheat and our unmatched reliability as a supplier.
The U.S. wheat “store” is always open. U.S. farmers overcome significant risk every year to meet domestic wheat demand and still provide half their crop for export markets. Farmers and commercial warehouses can store and efficiently transport wheat in top condition to meet overseas demand when needed and throughout the marketing year.
Prices are transparent and honored. U.S. wheat export prices are discovered openly through futures exchanges and basis costs and are always available to customers. Private exporters use risk management tools to honor sales contract prices often made months in advance of vessel loading.
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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 were mixed again on Tuesday March 9th- Choice Beef was $2.05 lower while Select Beef was 67 cents higher.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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Oklahoma National Stockyards had a huge run of 13.686 on Monday March 8th. Based on the action in the sale barn- Green Grass Fever has arrived.
Compared to last week: Feeder cattle steady and calves mostly steady. Stocker cattle or cattle suitable for grass selling 5.00-8.00 higher.
Demand good for all classes as several new buyers in the stands today. Quality average to attractive with several coming off of wheat.
Click below for the complete closing report.
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OKC West in El Reno had an estimated 4,500 on Tuesday for their calf run.
Compared to last Tuesday: Steer and heifer calves traded fully steady. Demand remains good for cattle that are suitable for grazing.
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
Dave Lanning, Markets and Production
Sam Knipp, Farm News Editor
Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
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Host Ron Hays talks with Oklahoma Third District Congressman Frank Lucas about two recent pieces of legislation that he voted against- HR 1, the Democrat's Voting Rights Bill that would strip power away from the states on how to register and verify voters- and also the Budget Reconciliation Bill that the Biden Administration is calling the American Rescue Plan. Hays and Lucas also talked about confirmation of Tom Vilsack to be USDA Secretary- Lucas saying he is "relieved" that Vilsack was President Biden's choice to be Secretary.
Rep. Lucas also talked about the CFAP money that is being held up by the Biden USDA- saying that Congress offered explicit instructions on funds to be spent to compensate cattle producers who sold cattle at a loss April 15 thru May last year as COVID devastated the market.
The Congressman also talked about the groundwork ahead of a 2023 Farm Bill and what he is working on in the Science Committee to help research back on track after a year of dealing with the Pandemic.
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