Nov 13
In this episode of the Red Dirt Agronomy Podcast, OSU Associate Professor of Agricultural Economics Dr. John Michael Riley acknowledges that producers often grapple with the choice of sticking to historical planting practices versus adapting to current market conditions; however, he says that understanding input costs and market prices is crucial for making informed decisions …
Nov 13
The incidence of occupational injuries and illnesses within the poultry sector’s slaughter and processing workforce has fallen below all general industry, manufacturing and food manufacturing levels for the first time since the Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) began recording injuries and illnesses information in 1994. The poultry industry’s rate of 2.6 injuries …
Nov 13
To mark the 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) from November 17-24, 2024, the American Welding Society (AWS) has issued a proclamation reaffirming its commitment to advancing a skilled welding workforce through registered apprenticeships. Registered apprenticeships play a critical role in building a skilled workforce nationwide, ensuring job quality and creating well-paying career pathways. …
Nov 13
On today’s Cow-Calf Corner, Rosslyn Biggs, DVM, Oklahoma State University Cooperative Extension Beef Cattle Specialist talks about enhancing reproductive success in the cow-calf herd. Reproductive management is at the foundation of a successful cow-calf herd. However, enhanced reproductive technologies are not readily incorporated as seen in the results of the 2017 USDA National Animal Health …
Nov 13
U.S. sales of Ag tractors decreased 14.2% in October 2024 compared to the year prior, according to new data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers. Sales of combines also fell during the month, dropping 34.6% compared to 2023. “October’s sales of ag tractors and combines follow a September that also showed a slowdown in sales,” said AEM Senior Vice President …
Nov 13
RON’s Dave Lanning has a pre-opening look at today’s agricultural Markets. Click the audio tab below for today’s report.
Nov 12
The American Soybean Association welcomes President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of former U.S. Representative Lee Zeldin (R-NY) to serve as Environmental Protection Agency Administrator. ASA Chief Executive Officer Stephen Censky said, “From representing a congressional district with significant agriculture production to protecting the Long Island Sound, former Congressman Lee Zeldin is no stranger to interactions with the …
Nov 12
General Revenue Fund collections in October totaled $711.9 million, which is $24.5 million, or 3.6%, above the monthly estimate. This is $3.8 million, or 0.5%, below collections in October 2023. Total GRF collections for the first four months of fiscal year 2025 are $2.68 billion, which is $29.3 million, or 1.1%, above the estimate, and …
Nov 12
US Crop Progress Report: Winter Wheat Planted reached 91 percent, down 1 percentage point from the previous year and 2 from the average. Winter Wheat Emerged reached 76 percent, down 3 points from a year ago and from the five-year average. Winter wheat conditions rated 44 percent good to excellent, 38 percent fair, and 18 percent …
Nov 12
Oklahoma State University Extension recognized graduates of its latest Leadership Academy class this month as they conclude the program’s meeting series and begin work on final projects. The group of 17 OSU Extension county educators, district/area specialists and Community Nutrition Education Program coordinators kicked off the course in April. The program featured three overnight retreats, four …
