Dec 04
Recently, the Trump administration announced tariff exceptions on some agricultural products, including beef, tea and coffee, fruit juice, cocoa, spices, bananas, oranges, tomatoes, and certain fertilizers. Imports account for over ninety percent of consumption for four of these products: bananas, tea, coffee, and cocoa. Spices, tomatoes, and fruit juice also have import shares surpassing 60 …
Dec 04
Imagine a future where every young Angus breeder steps into the industry equipped with knowledge, leadership skills and purpose. A future where research helps cattlemen overcome challenges; where education and opportunity are never out of reach. That future is being built today, thanks to the generosity of Angus breeders and supporters who believe in the …
Dec 04
Noble Research Institute (Noble), a trusted educational resource for farmers and ranchers since 1945, has launched its newest course designed to help orchardists and viticulturists transition to regenerative land management. Noble Orchard Essentials, a comprehensive 3-day in-person program, equips participants with practical tools and regenerative knowledge to enhance soil vitality, strengthen tree and vine health and boost …
Dec 04
In today’s Beef Buzz, senior farm and ranch broadcaster Ron Hays speaks with Mike Jennings, regional sales manager for SmartLic, who explains why fall and early winter mark one of the most critical windows of the year for cattle nutrition. Jennings says the season brings “a sharp decline in forage quality,” just as cows enter …
Dec 04
To view the latest Oklahoma drought map, CLICK HERE. The latest Oklahoma Drought Monitor shows that while exceptional drought remains at zero percent, dry conditions are still gripping much of the state, with nearly 60% of Oklahoma affected by drought conditions ranging from abnormally dry to extreme drought. Extreme Drought (D3) continues to linger in southern …
Dec 04
The term ‘fair market value’ or (FMV) is often used in conversation or as part of a calculation. The term itself conveys some meaning, but what is the true definition? Fair market value is the price any asset (land, machinery, equipment, etc.) would sell for in an open market where the buyer and seller are …
Dec 04
A longtime Idaho rancher suggested this week’s segment. We’ll start with this quote from an unknown author: “Truth is, great things take time. So, either you wait or you settle for less.” With that, let’s look at retail prices for the three major proteins and contrast those prices with the amount of time it takes to produce …
Dec 04
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Dec 04
Geopolitics, Tariffs, and the Unpredictable Fertilizer Market The current state of the fertilizer market is one of daily fluctuation and global complexity, according to Veronica Nigh, Chief Economist for The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), who spoke with Farm Director KC Sheperd. Addressing the mixed reports of rising and falling fertilizer prices, Nigh offered a characteristic explanation: …
