Oklahoma's Latest Farm
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Wednesday, April 27, 2022 |
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Governor Kevin Stitt and Ron Talk About the Big Incentive Package, McGirt Back in the Supreme Court and Drought
- USDA Designates 66 Oklahoma Counties as Primary Natural Disaster Areas
- OSU's Derrell Peel Says We Could See at Least a 3-4% Decrease in the Beef Cow Herd in 2022
- Agriculture Youth Council Applications Due by April 29th
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Introducing Kolby Kamp of the Laverne FFA Chapter, Your 2022 Northwest Area Star in Agricultural Production
- African Swine Fever Virus Vaccine Passes Tests Required for Regulatory Approval
- Sorghum Is Staking Its Claim, On Your Plate And Nutrition Labels
- Oklahoma Angus Breeders Do Well at National Western Angus Futurity in Reno
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Governor Kevin Stitt and Ron Talk About the Big Incentive Package, McGirt Back in the Supreme Court and Drought |
Tuesday morning- I caught up with Governor Kevin Stitt and we talked about the governor’s incentive plan to bring a multi-billion-dollar company into the state of Oklahoma and create up to 70,000 jobs in the state.
“This is an incentive package to attract one of the largest factories in the United States, so we are really excited about it,” Stitt said, “We have got it about on the one-yard line, and it’s not totally completed yet, but we are still working with that company.”
The Governor and I also talked about McGirt v. Oklahoma- including the arguments that are being made before the Supreme Court today. The Governor indicated he would be in Washington at the Supreme Court to watch the proceedings.
At 10 a.m. Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear oral arguments in Oklahoma v. Castro-Huerta, a case that Gov. Kevin Stitt’s administration hopes will be its best chance yet at limiting the effects of the court’s 2020 decision in McGirt v. Oklahoma.
Finally- we talked drought conditions. Our conversation actually came just ahead of the Disaster Declaration that was announced by USDA for 66 Counties in the state(See that story furhter down).
I did ask him if he had considered calling for a State Day of Prayer for drought busting rains across impacted areas of the state- he told he believes in prayer and he would have to consider doing that.
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USDA Designates 66 Oklahoma Counties as Primary Natural Disaster Areas |
This Secretarial natural disaster designation allows the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans. Emergency loans can be used to meet various recovery needs including the replacement of essential items such as equipment or livestock, reorganization of a farming operation or the refinance of certain debts. FSA will review the loans based on the extent of losses, security available and repayment ability.
According to the U.S Drought Monitor, 66 counties suffered from a drought intensity value during the growing season of 1) D2 Drought-Severe for 8 or more consecutive weeks or 2) D3 Drought-Extreme or D4 Drought-Exceptional.
To see which Oklahoma counties have been designated as Primary Natural Disaster Areas, Click Here.
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OSU's Derrell Peel Says We Could See at Least a 3-4% Decrease in the Beef Cow Herd in 2022 |
I continued my conversation with OSU Extension Livestock Economist, Derrell Peel who sees a significant decline in cattle numbers for the remainder of 2022 due to the drought and high input prices.
“In the short run, we are maintaining cattle numbers and we know that a drought can actually cause beef production numbers to go up in the short run because you have to market more cattle,” Peel said. “I think that is part of what we are seeing here in general.”
Peel said beef cow slaughter so far in 2022 is up 18% in the first 14 weeks of the year. This is a very strong pace, Peel said, especially since it is almost May.
“The real drought impacts are going to hit in May, June and July, probably, so we could see a significant liquidation of cows as well,” Peel said. “All of that says we may have lots of cattle in the market in the short run, but a really big hole at some point in time, down the road.”
The way it looks right now and with the drought conditions persisting, Peel said we could drop below the low we had in 2014, going into 2023, and set up some extremely tight numbers in 2023, 2024, and beyond.
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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 daily report heard on several of our Radio Stations- It's Called Cotton Talk!
Click on the Button below to listen to our most recent report
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Agriculture Youth Council Applications Due by April 29th |
The Agriculture Youth Council was created by Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur to develop future agricultural leaders in Oklahoma through professional development, industry exposure and experiential learning. The Council consists of upcoming high school seniors representing the agriculture industry from across the state.
The council will be a year-long term that meets monthly. Each sessions will be day long commitments. Sessions will include visits to Oklahoma agricultural companies and organizations, opportunities to learn about the legislative process and job shadows with industry professionals. In addition, students will participate in leadership and professional skill development activities and receive information regarding preparing for college.
High school seniors from all Oklahoma counties are eligible to apply. Membership in 4-H/FFA is NOT required. Travel to and from the State Capitol is required; however, travel to tours will be provided from the Capitol.
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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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Introducing Kolby Kamp of the Laverne FFA Chapter, Your 2022 Northwest Area Star in Agricultural Production |
During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report is spotlighting the 17 Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA that are among the highest achievers in the organization.
This week, we spotlight the five area stars in Agricultural Production in 2022.
This week, our coverage of the 2022 Oklahoma FFA Star Award Finalists continues with Agricultural Production competitor Kolby Kamp of the Laverne FFA chapter representing the Northwest Area.
Kamp’s project involved his 30-head sow operation and his 40-head stocker calf operation.
“We raise show pigs and sell a few to some people,” Kamp said.
Kamp is grateful for the help of his parents and grandparents during his project.
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African Swine Fever Virus Vaccine Passes Tests Required for Regulatory Approval |
Scientists with the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) today announced that a vaccine candidate for African Swine Fever (ASF) passed an important safety test required for regulatory approval, moving the vaccine one step closer to commercial availability.
The test is an important milestone as part of a series of safety studies. These new results show that USDA's vaccine candidate does not revert to its normal virulence, after being injected into swine. This "reversion to virulence" test is required to ensure that the vaccine's weakened form of the ASF virus does not revert to its original state.
"This is a critical milestone for the ASF vaccine candidate. These safety studies bring this vaccine one step closer to being available on the market," said senior ARS scientist Manuel Borca.
This research is highlighted in this month's issue of Viruses. The vaccine candidate was recently selected by NAVETCO for commercial development in Vietnam. NAVETCO has partnered with ARS on ASF vaccine research and development since 2020. Further development will continue once the vaccine candidate receives regulatory approval from Vietnam.
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Sorghum Is Staking Its Claim, On Your Plate And Nutrition Labels |
An excellent source of 12 essential nutrients with nearly double the iron as a 3-ounce steak, sorghum continues to grow in popularity as a healthy, versatile food in the U.S.
Sorghum continues to grow in popularity as a healthy, versatile food in the U.S. While it has been a food staple around the world for thousands of years, American consumers are “rediscovering” sorghum and are drawn to its versatility and nutrition profile.
The profile sorghum provides is, frankly, hard to beat. A serving of whole grain sorghum is an excellent source of 12 essential nutrients, more than a serving of corn, wheat, oats, rice or quinoa.
The nearly 200 studies highlighted sorghum’s role in the prevention of chronic diseases plaguing the United States, specifically diabetes, heart disease and cancer. The research is so compelling the Sorghum Checkoff is exploring a qualified health claim linking sorghum to decreased risk of diabetes.
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Oklahoma Angus Breeders Do Well at National Western Angus Futurity in Reno |
One hundred and thirteen-one entries were shown at the 2022 Western National Angus Futurity (WNAF) Super Point Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, April 16 in Reno, Nev. Jirl Buck, Madill, Okla., evaluated the 110 females, 19 bulls and two cow-calf pairs before selecting champions at the 69th WNAF.
Conley Sandy 1391 captured grand champion female for Lauren Frederick, Hutchinson, Kan. The April 2021 daughter of Conley Express 7211 first won junior calf champion-division 1.
Meah Allsion, Yukon, Okla., exhibited the reserve grand champion female, EXAR Frontier Gal 2110. The September 2020 daughter of Colburn Primo 5153 first won senior calf champion.
Conley DS Clear Cut 0510 claimed the grand champion bull title. Ferree Fitzgerald, Sullivan, Ind.; Conley Cattle, Sulphur, Okla.; and David Smith, Boulder, Colo., own the October 2020 son of Conley No Limit that first claimed senior calf champion.
The Premiere Breeder Award went to Express Ranches of Yukon.
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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 lower- Choice Beef was down $2.43 and Select Beef was down 29 cents on Tuesday 04/26/2022.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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Oklahoma National Stockyards had a final count of 6,848 cattle sold on Monday April 25th.
Compared to last week: Feeder steers and heifers unevenly steady. Steer calves 10.00 - 12.00 higher. Heifer calves 2.00 - 5.00 higher. Demand moderate to good. Quality average to attractive. Demand for calves improved as moisture fell in some parts of the region while western Oklahoma remains extremely dry.
Click below for the complete closing report.
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OKC West in El Reno had a total calf run of 1,800 on Tuesday- and are anticipating 7,000 head of yearlings today- with 2,500 Heifers and 4,500 steers to sell starting at 9 AM.
Compared to last week: Steer and heifer calves sold 3.00-6.00 higher. Demand moderate. Quality mostly plain to average. Supply included: 100% Feeder Cattle (48% Steers, 47% Heifers, 4% Bulls, 0% Dairy Heifers). Feeder cattle supply over 600 lbs was 18%.
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/Ranch Broadcaster and Editor
KC Sheperd, Farm Director and Editor
Dave Lanning, Markets and Production
Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
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Our Latest RRP features Don Schieber, the 2022 winner of the Outstanding Achievement in Agriculture Award, which is the highest award given by the Governor of Oklahoma to honor distinguished Oklahoma agriculture producers. This prestigious award honors leaders in the agriculture industry who exemplify personal values, performance, and achievement.
Governor Kevin Stitt presented Schieber his award during the Oklahoma celebration of Ag Day on March 24th- after riding with the honoree in a mule drawn wagon up Lincoln Blvd to the front steps of the Oklahoma State Capitol.
Schieber is the 25th award winner and becomes the newest inductee into the Oklahoma Ag Hall of Fame. Ron and Don talk about his career in production agriculture- his work on behalf of wheat farmers with the Oklahoma Wheat Commission and US Wheat Associates that included traveling to 26 countries taking the Oklahoma wheat production story to buyers of wheat around the world. Don is a major supporter of the wheat breeding work of Dr. Brett Carver- having provided ground on his farm in Kay County for an OSU wheat Variety Field Plot for 17 years.
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