Oklahoma's Latest Farm
And Ranch News
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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Wednesday, April 7, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Gallagher, Smith's Gold and Doublestop CL Plus Top the 2021 Oklahoma Wheat Variety Report
- Strong Commodity prices and Improved financial Conditions boost Ag Economy Barometer
- CSP Applications due April 30, 2021
- 4-H Hike for Change benefits Children's Hospital Foundation
- Strong Demand Fueling Higher Beef Cattle Prices Says OSU's Derrell Peel
- Oklahoma Cattlemen to Host Beef Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, May 4
- Introducing Freddy Ronquillo Alvarez of The Moore FFA Chapter, Your 2021 Central Area Star in Ag Placement
- Bowling Ranch Inaugural Spring Bull Sale coming up Tomorrow in Newkirk
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Gallagher, Smith's Gold and Doublestop CL Plus Top the 2021 Oklahoma Wheat Variety Report
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Oklahoma State University (OSU) varieties continue to lead planted acres of Hard Red Winter Wheat across the state of Oklahoma, according to the April 2021 “Oklahoma Variety Report” from USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service. For the fourth year in a row, the top four leading wheat varieties planted in the state were developed by OSU with another two listed in the top ten. A few changes appeared in the lineup compared to last year with the Gallagher variety still holding the top spot. This year’s continued increase in plantings of the Smith’s Gold variety still kept it in the second position. Doublestop CL Plus, also saw an increase in plantings holding it safely in third place, with a larger increase in planted acres of Iba placing it in the fourth position making great strides from the 7th position last year.
I talked with Executive Director of the Oklahoma Wheat Commission, Mike Schulte, after the report was released- and was excited that the OSU bred varieties were once again at the top of the 2021Wheat Variety Report. While Gallagher held onto the top spot in 2021- it has dropped from twenty percent of the total acres planted four years ago to ten percdnt this year- but Schulte points out that Smith's Gold is a descendent of Gallagher and with other nine percent of the total acres planted this season to the variety- it is poised to take the top spot in 2022 from its parent.
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It's Almost Here!
Make Plans to attend the Oklahoma City Farm Show, coming April 15-16-17, 2021. Admission and Parking are free.
Exhibits include all of the latest in agriculture with a full line of displays, including tractor, sprayer, tillage, harvest equipment, cattle management products, and more. In addition to indoor and outdoor exhibits, daily horse training seminars, cattle chute demonstrations, cattle grading competitions, and prize drawings make the Oklahoma Farm Show a don't-miss event.
Click here for more details about the 2021 Oklahoma City Farm - presented by Midwest Farm Shows.
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Strong Commodity prices and Improved financial Conditions boost Ag Economy Barometer
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The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 12 points in March to a reading of 177, marking the highest reading for the barometer since October 2020. The rise was attributed to producers' more optimistic view of the future. The Index of Future Expectations snapped a four-month decline, rising 16 points to a reading of 164 in March. The Index of Current Conditions tied with its previous all-time high, rising two points to a reading of 202. The Ag Economy Barometer is calculated each month from 400 U.S. agricultural producers' responses to a telephone survey. This month's survey was conducted from March 22-26, 2021.
"Even with a rebound in crop production in 2021, it looks like carryover supplies of corn and soybeans will remain tight, providing producers' confidence that crop prices will remain strong this year," said James Mintert, the barometer's principal investigator and director of Purdue University's Center for Commercial Agriculture. "A rebound in the U.S. economy this summer combined with expectations for a smaller pork supply is also providing some optimism in the livestock sector."
In March, producers continued to be relatively optimistic about making farm machinery purchases and capital investments in their farming operations. The Farm Capital Investment Index held at a reading of 88, just 5 points below its all-time high of 93. Since March 2020, when farmers' confidence in the agricultural economy plummeted, the investment index has risen 63%.
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CSP Applications due April 30, 2021
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Whether it’s setting conservation and management goals or striving to meet those you already have for your Oklahoma operation, there’s a great chance that the staff of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) can help. One proven way to do so is through the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).
However, NRCS reminds Oklahoma producers that the next deadline for CSP applications to be considered for funding this year is just days away, April 30, 2021.
The equation for success with the program is simple: CSP pays participants for conservation performance, so the higher the performance, the higher the payment.
Oklahoma’s challenges and opportunities vary across the state from area to area. Rather than a one-size-fits all, CSP addresses various resource concerns including soil quality, soil erosion, water quality, water quantity, air quality, plant resources, and animal resources as well as energy.
How does it accomplish this? CSP provides two possible types of payments through five-year contracts: annual payments for installing new conservation activities and maintaining existing practices; and supplemental payments for adopting a resource-conserving crop rotation.
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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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4-H Hike for Change benefits Children's Hospital Foundation
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Oklahoma 4-H Youth Development members will be focusing on the fourth H of the organization’s name – head, heart, hands and health – as they get outside for exercise and fresh air while raising money for a worthy cause.
The 2021 Oklahoma 4-H Hike for Change will take place April 24 on the Bison Pasture Loop Trail in the Chickasaw National Recreation Area in Murray County, benefitting the Children’s Hospital Foundation in Oklahoma City. The activity is part of the State 4-H Leadership Council’s statewide service project, Change for Change, said Cathleen Taylor, state 4-H specialist for leadership and civic engagement.
“By partnering with the Oklahoma Children’s Hospital Foundation for several years, we’ve raised just over $90,000 through Change for Change efforts. It’s always exciting each year at State 4-H Roundup when we present Foundation representatives with a check for all the funds we’ve raised over the past year,” Taylor said.
The 4-H motto, “To Make the Best Better,” is embodied by such projects, benefitting others while bolstering personal development of club members. Programs and activities are geared toward life skills and learning ways to be involved and engaged.
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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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Strong Demand Fueling Higher Beef Cattle Prices Says OSU's Derrell Peel
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Strong demand is fueling higher beef cattle prices as we enter the spring months said Dr. Derrell Peel, OSU Extension livestock market economist.
Wholesale boxed beef prices are strong, and Peel said it’s a combination of supply and demand factors.
Peel said demand for all the meats is strong right now, especially for beef.
Demand is definitely pulling these cattle markets ahead, he noted.
I think there is a fair amount of optimism built into the general economy as the vaccine rollout continues and moving forward with reopening the economy, Peel said.
From a beef standpoint, as we move into April it’s becoming grilling season and that will boost retail grocery demand, he said.
High feed costs continue to cast a cloud over the cattle market, Peel said.
It’s going to continue to be a challenge, he said.
There really is no end in sight in terms of stronger grain prices with the latest USDA planting intentions report coming in less than expected, Peel said.
The OSU economist said it leaves questions about unaccounted for acres and will they come back into production.
Peel said there is a race between higher feed costs and better beef demand.
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Oklahoma Cattlemen to Host Beef Day at the Capital on Tuesday, May 4
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The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association will host ‘Beef Day’ at the State Capitol on Tuesday, May 4. The event will take place in the Capitol Rotunda from 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The purpose of Beef Day is to provide our elected officials and those that work with them a tasty beef meal while promoting beef and building relationships. Oklahoma is the 2nd largest beef producing state in the U.S. with more than 55,000 ranches statewide.
“Beef cattle adds over $3 billion to the Oklahoma economy annually,” said Michael Kelsey, OCA Executive Vice President. “It's important for us to educate our elected officials that beef is more than just what's for dinner here in Oklahoma!”
In addition to the OCA, The Oklahoma Beef Council, Oklahoma CattleWomen, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation and the Oklahoma State University Animal Science Extension set up booths inside the capitol rotunda all in an effort to promote beef and enlighten attendees on the daily, diligent efforts of ranchers to care for land and cattle.
"Events like this are a great tool to educate and create relationships,” Kelsey said. “Cultivating relationships with legislators and their staff is vital to my staff and I while advocating for Oklahoma beef producers.”
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Introducing Freddy Ronquillo Alvarez of The Moore FFA Chapter, Your 2021 Central Area Star in Ag Placement
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During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report is spotlighting the twenty Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA that are among the highest achievers in the organization.
The stars come from the five areas in four categories- Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness and Star in Production Agriculture.
This week, we spotlight the five area stars in Ag Placement for 2021.
One Star Finalist featured in the coming days from each of the categories, will be named the State Star Award Winner during the 95th Oklahoma State FFA Convention coming up April 27, and 28th in Oklahoma City.
This week, our coverage of the 2021 Oklahoma FFA Star Award Finalists continues with Ag Placement competitor Freddy Ronquillo Alvarez, representing the Central Area from the Moore FFA chapter.
Alvarez’s project is working with a local lawn care business.
I’ve grown within the company and I have been able to grow as an individual, building a strong work ethic, he said.
I’ve been working with my father since I was six years old and I have seen him grow, Alvarez said.
Alvarez credits his FFA advisor Michael Gustafson for being a role model and pushing him for excellence.
He is someone who has pushed me for excellence and has always believed in me, Alvarez said.
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Its time for the Bowling Ranch Hereford & Red Angus
Inaugural Spring Bull Sale coming up TOMORROW, April 8th, 2021 At Noon, At the ranch near Newkirk, OK
They will be selling 60 Spring Two-year-old and Fall 18-month-old Hereford & Red Angus bulls
Click here to see a catalog or to get more information.
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OKC West is our Market Links Sponsor- they sell cattle three days a week- Cows on Mondays, Stockers on Tuesday and Feeders on Wednesday- Call 405-262-8800 to learn more.
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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 sharply higher- Choice Beef was up $4,10 and Select Beef was up $1.44 on Tuesday April 6th..
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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OKC West in El Reno had 2,000 calves on Tuesday.
Compared to last Tuesday: Steer and heifer calves that were long weaned and suitable for grazing sold 3.00-5.00 higher from last weeks higher market. Remainder of the new crop calves sold steady. Demand very good for grazing cattle, moderate to good for fresh calves.
Click below for the complete closing report.
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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 KC Sheperd sat down with Dr. Brett Carver, Regents Professor
Wheat Genetics Chair in Agriculture, Wheat Breeding and Genetics in his office on the Oklahoma State University campus in Stillwater and talked about a variety of subjects- all relating back to his passion for breeding wheat. He offered his take on how the 2021 wheat crop has handled the historic freeze the southern plains dealt with in February of this year, reviewed the wheat varieties that have come out of his program and looked ahead to what might be coming next.
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