Oct 04
Manufacturing has brought Oklahoma tremendous economic growth and stability throughout the years, and I’m proud to celebrate National Manufacturing Week alongside our small businesses, stakeholders, and state manufacturers. It’s an honor to serve a state that continues to push the envelope with cutting-edge innovation, technological development, and sustainable growth. There’s no question that Oklahoma is …
Oct 04
Farm Director, KC Sheperd, had the chance to catch up with the Livestock Marketing Association’s director of government and industry affairs, Luke Hale. Over 50 Livestock Marketing Association members and staff met with senators, U.S. representatives, congressional staffers, and U.S. Department of Agriculture officials Sept. 18-19, during the association’s 17th D.C. Fly-In. Hale talks to KC about …
Oct 04
Make your mark in “Building an Angus Legacy!” Angus Foundation offers granite paver at the American Angus Association® headquarters. It’s not too late to leave a lasting mark on the American Angus Association®. By donating to “Building an Angus Legacy” cattlemen, alumni of the junior program and others can have a paver in front of …
Oct 04
The view of Wharton 3C Ranch, near Syracuse, Kansas, in the summer of 2023 is so green Shannon and Rusty Wharton might have better luck convincing people it is a slice of heaven rather than the harsh, drought-ridden environment locals know. In fact, a few years ago, there wasn’t a cow in these pastures, lack …
Oct 04
Hay is slow to steady. Very little movement across Oklahoma. The state did receive some rainfall throughout most of the state, but we still need some widespread rain as we head into our fall season. Trends:Alfalfa Large squares $180-$200 a tonAlfalfa Rounds – No TrendGrinding hay – No TrendBermuda 5×6 rounds – $70-$100 a baleBermuda …
Oct 04
AMSOIL has launched new Commercial-Grade Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil for hard-working agricultural and commercial equipment. It delivers exceptional value for customers seeking an upgrade over conventional and synthetic-blend oils. Formulated with greater than 50% synthetic content and high-performance additives, AMSOIL Commercial-Grade Tractor Hydraulic/Transmission Oil minimizes viscosity change and provides outstanding wear protection. It features anti-wear …
Oct 04
Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster, Ron Hays, is featuring commentary from National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Chief Veterinarian, Dr. Kathy Simmons and Senior Director of Government Affairs, Tanner Beymer, about the reauthorization of the Animal Drug User Fee Act (ADUFA). ADUFA must be reauthorized every five years to provide user fees to the FDA’s Center for …
Oct 04
On Aug. 23, USDA began hearing testimony on proposals to amend the Federal Milk Marketing Order system. Now in week seven of testimony, 21 submitted proposals continue to be discussed and examined by USDA and dairy industry stakeholders. Testimony on category four, which covers base Class I skim milk price adjustments, including advanced pricing dynamics, …
Oct 04
The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) Program today announced the launch of FARM Biosecurity – Enhanced, a new aspect of the FARM Biosecurity Program that includes training and an online database. FARM Biosecurity – Enhanced, includes an online database to develop and securely store dairy producers’ enhanced biosecurity plans (EBP) and an online …
Oct 04
Weekly, Oklahoma State University Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Specialist Paul Beck offers his expertise on the beef cattle industry. This is a part of the weekly series known as the “Cow-Calf Corner.” Today, he talks about beef enhancing research. Consumers relate the color of meat to freshness and base their purchasing decisions on color more …
