Oklahoma's Latest Farm
And Ranch News
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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Monday, September 27, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- The Night of Champions: A Brand-New Experience at the Tulsa State Fair
- Diamond Hats Gala Raises $275,000 to Support 4-H and FFA Exhibitors at 2022 OYE
- New Research Explores the Pros and Cons of Cash Cattle Markets in the U.S.
- USDA Announces Intent to Establish an Equity Commission, Solicits Nominations for Membership
- The Future of Ag Retailing Will be Driven by Precision
- ODAFF to Host Two Unwanted Pesticide Disposal Days in Oct.
- Four Key Issues Impacting the Pork Industry
- Clay Pope Explores Flash Drought with Okla Climatologist Gary McManus
- NOW- We Know Why the Democrats Did NOT Include Conservation Funding in House Ag Committee Markup
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The Night of Champions: A Brand-New Experience at the Tulsa State Fair
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Fair season is in full swing. As the Oklahoma State Fair in Oklahoma City wraps up, the Tulsa State Fair is set to take center stage in early Oct. The Tulsa State Fair has a legacy of offering young Oklahomans a chance to showcase their hard work through 4-H and FFA projects.
Brandi Herndon, agribusiness manager for Expo Square in Tulsa, told me about the major change happening in the market animal show here in 2021.
“This year, (we) are very excited to present The Night of Champions,” Herndon said. “This transformative event will be (a) fun, exciting evening to celebrate and honor 150 Oklahoma 4-H and FFA youth who … will take the stage as we select … the grand and reserve grand champions of the show.”
The new event is set to replace the traditional junior livestock auction, Herndon said. The mission of the new event remains the same: reward victorious individuals for their hard work and accomplishments, she added. The changes aim to make the event more exciting for exhibitors, donors and onlookers.
The Night of Champions will happen next Wednesday, October 6th.
Pictured above: The 2020 Tulsa State Fair Grand Champion Market Steer, shown by Cierra Collins.
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In poor economic times, in times when national insurance companies either stopped writing or completely left the state, Union Mutual has been there for Oklahomans. Today, Union Mutual writes insurance in all 77 counties of Oklahoma through almost 300 agency locations. These agents provide prompt and reliable quotes for most lines of insurance. Just recently, UMIC launched a new product in the preferred market space that has seen unprecedented growth with our rural customer base and falls in line with our Company mantra of “Protection not Politics”, when meeting the needs of our consumers and agents.
Monica Collison took over as CEO of Union Mutual in May of 2019. Under her leadership and through the hard work of her Union team, the company has continued to see positive results and productive growth with profit throughout the state of Oklahoma. Union Mutual offers a wide variety of coverage options for Oklahomans. For 82 years, Union Mutual has led the way to protect all of Oklahoma.
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Diamond Hats Gala Raises $275,000 to Support 4-H and FFA Exhibitors at 2022 OYE
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Even with both of the major football teams playing on the same evening at home- the 2021 Diamond Hats Gala was a rousing success. The Sam Noble Special Events Center at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum was filled with Gala attendees and silent and live auction items- all being brought together to support the 4-H and FFA members that bring their livestock to the annual Oklahoma Youth Expo each March.
During the course of the evening, the Diamond Hats organization announced the 2021 honoree of an award created by the group- the Oklahoma Ag Woman of the Year. The 2021 winner was Marylu Oakes of Taloga- who along with her husband Richie, have been a fixture for years in the cattle barns at OYE- helping make it the great event that it is (picture above is Marylu on stage receiving the award from Diamond Hats President Rachel Pickens and OYE Executive Director Tyler Norvell)
The crowd loved the country music- new and classic- that was performed by Clay Walker and his band- but the key purpose of the evening- to raise money to support the OYE- was accomplished as the evening ended when I was honored to announce that a record amount of the money was raised- $275,000 in 2021 to support the 2022 OYE.
We'll feature an interview that I did with Rachel Pickens in tomorrow's email as we talked about the event and her involvement in this support organization for the youth of Rural Oklahoma.
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New Research Explores the Pros and Cons of Cash Cattle Markets in the U.S.
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For the second day, we feature comments on our daily Beef Buzz from Dr. Ted Schroeder, one of three K-State Researchers who produced a report for the Chief Economist of the USDA on the evolution of cattle markets, especially the rise of grid-pricing of cattle. Today, we dive into the pros and cons of cash market negotiations.
Some cattle producers and lawmakers want to mandate a certain level of cash cattle trade, which will come at a cost.
“The trade-off of a negotiated, transparent cash price to provide information to the industry on day-to-day price levels is that you do not have the quality signals there,” Schroeder said. “The real challenge we see is how do you have both.”
The solution to the overall question, “how do you get both,” remains unanswered, according to Schroeder.
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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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USDA Announces Intent to Establish an Equity Commission, Solicits Nominations for Membership
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced it will establish an Equity Commission and is requesting nominations for membership on the Equity Commission Advisory Committee and Equity Commission Subcommittee on Agriculture.
The Notice represents an important step towards implementing President Joe Biden’s commitment to create an Equity Commission and the American Rescue Plan Act provision that directs USDA to "address historical discrimination and disparities in the agriculture sector… one or more equity commissions to address racial equity issues within USDA and its programs."
Nomination for the Equity Commission and the Subcommittee on Agriculture membership is open to the public and any interested person or organization may nominate qualified individuals for membership. The Equity Commission and the Subcommittee on Agriculture will each be comprised of 15 members. The Deputy and the Secretary will designate a Co-Chair to serve along with the Deputy Secretary as co-chairs of the Equity Commission.
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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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Sponsor Spotlight
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 Oklahoma City Farm Show.
The Tulsa Farm Show is Oklahoma’s premier agricultural and ranching event which returns to the River Spirit Expo (Expo Square) December, 9-10-11, 2021.
Now is the ideal time to contact the Midwest Farm Show Office at 507-437-7969 and book space at the 2021 Tulsa Farm Show. To learn more about the Tulsa Farm Show, click here.
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The Future of Ag Retailing Will be Driven by Precision
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Farm supply cooperatives and independent ag retailers are enjoying strong financial returns as the upturn in U.S. grain prices enters its second consecutive year. The extended period of above-average crop prices is leading farmers to increase spending on agronomic inputs and services.
However, while profits for the ag retail sector are expected to remain favorable over the next 12 months, emerging structural challenges will bring increased competition and pressure profitability in the years to come.
According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, the ag retailer of the future has an opportunity to earn more income from precision agronomy services and emerging sustainability management programs, in addition to traditional crop input sales. The report suggests the current operating environment provides a timely opportunity for ag retailers to invest in new technologies and position themselves for success in a marketplace that is evolving rapidly.
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ODAFF to Host Two Unwanted Pesticide Disposal Days in Oct.
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The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture Food and Forestry has scheduled two Unwanted Pesticide Disposal days in October. The UPD program ensures unwanted pesticides are properly disposed of, reducing potential threats to public health and the environment.
Homeowners, farmers, ranchers, commercial applicators and dealers are able to utilize the program. There is no cost for disposal of the first 2,000 pounds of unwanted pesticides.
UPD Dates:
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Oct. 12, 2021
Blackwell Fairgrounds and Event Center
800 S. Main Street
Blackwell, OK
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Oct. 14, 2021
Texas County Fairgrounds
402 N. Sunset Lane
Guymon, OK
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Four Key Issues Impacting the Pork Industry
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Demand: Will the current market continue to be demand-driven?
Exports: As China recovers their sow herd, will exports slow or are there new markets to tap into?
Hogs and Pigs Report Numbers: Will the herd continue to grow despite rising feed costs, gilt availability and higher prices for building materials?
Costs: How will current and future feed ingredient prices affect producer decisions moving forward?
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Southern Plains Perspective Explores Flash Drought and More with Oklahoma Climatologist Gary McManus
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Clay Pope talks with Gary McManus, Oklahoma State University climatologist, about the threat of flash drought, current weather conditions in Oklahoma and what precipitation predictions look like over the next few weeks.
Watch the video on the Southern Plains Perspective Youtube channel by clicking or tapping here or by simply hitting the blue button below.
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NOW- We Know Why the Democrats Did NOT Include Conservation Funding in House Ag Committee Markup
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When we talked with Oklahoma Congressman Frank Lucas last week about the mysterious omission of Conservation Funding in the House Ag Committee's markup for their piece of the massive $3.5 trillion dollar budget reconciliation bill- he was concerned that the Administration was up to something and might be tinkering with the long established voluntary success story that are the conservation programs that are administered by the USDA.
Now we may know why the hole of $22 Billion to $28 billion was there that Chair David Scott promised would be added later.
Word is- the Democrats’ budget reconciliation bill will contain language to address the court cases brought against a program to provide debt relief directed to minority farmers. Senate Ag Chair Debbie Stabenow made that known after a committee business meeting last week. White farmers and many conservation groups have filed 13 lawsuits against the program, but the Biden administration hasn’t yet responded.
Stabenow says, “We’re leading the way in helping farmers tackle the climate crisis with a historic investment of $28 billion, which is the largest investment in conservation since the Dust Bowl.”
She also points out that American conservation programs are proven and popular with farmers, ranchers, and foresters. This will make a huge impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and is equal to taking about 142 million cars off the road. The legislation would provide $5 billion for direct payments to producers who establish cover crops totaling $25 per acre for up to 1,000 acres through the fiscal year 2026.
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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 slightly lower on Friday, September 24th- Choice Beef was down 28 cents while Select Beef was lower by 46 cents..
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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Oklahoma National Stockyards had 5,200 head in early Sunday evening- and ONSY President Kelli Payne told us that she expects 5,500 to 5,600 head to start this morning's auction- they will begin at 8:00 am.
Compared to last week: Feeder steers 1.00 - 3.00 higher. Feeder heifers 4.00 - 6.00 lower. Steer and heifer calves unevenly steady. Demand moderate to good.
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
Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
Chelsea Stanfield, Farm News and Email Editor
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Rural Oklahoma is full of some of the greatest success stories throughout the entire state and is the main reason Oklahoma is on track to become a top 10 state.
The Road to Rural Prosperity will dive into these stories each week, bringing you insight into the great things happening in and to rural Oklahoma. We will bring you stories covering rural life, agriculture, energy, healthcare, tourism, and politics affecting rural America.
The Road to Rural Prosperity is here to tell stories about rural America, for rural America.
As we continue along the Road to Rural Prosperity- In our latest Ag Perspective Podcast, KC Sheperd talks with the leading animal behavior authority in the world, Dr. Temple Grandin. KC and Dr. Grandin talk about the concept of Sustainability and the proper handling of beef cattle, how to treat your cattle the right way, the concept of Stockmanship, how to get an animal ready for the show ring and the amazing memory that cattle have- and how understanding that memory can help you lessen the stress on your cattle and yourself as you work with beef or dairy animals.
Dr. Grandin has been honored by Universities and Organizations around the world- including in 2010 when Oklahoma State University created an endowed professorship in animal behavior in honor of Temple Grandin.
To find out more about our full series of Podcasts on The Road to Rural Prosperity- click or tap here.
To hear this podcast, you can click here or tap below:
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We invite you to check out our website at the link below too that includes an archive of these daily emails, audio reports and top farm news story links from around the globe.
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Tim West
President/General Manager
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network
2401 Exchange Avenue,
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Oklahoma City, OK 73108
405.317.6361
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Ron Hays
Director of Farm Programming
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network
405.473.6144
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