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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Thursday, October 22, 2020
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Chuck and Ruth Coffey's Double C Cattle Company Recognized for Outstanding Environmental Stewardship
- Missouri Cattlemen’s Back Cattle Market Transparency Act of 2020
- Concern Grows For Adequate and Affordable Hay Supplies as Drought Conditions Intensify Across The Country
- U.S. Sen. John Boozman (R-Ark.), Inline to be The Next Chairman of Ag Committee, Says The New Farm Bill Will Receive Priority in 2021
- Cover Crops and Proven Success with Soil Health Practices to be featured in Oct. 29 Virtual Meeting
- Dr. Glenn Selk on the Management of Cows with Limited Forage Availability
- Quality Management Specialist hired to serve Oklahoma's Food Processing Industry
- Ryder Klaassen of Hydro Eakly FFA Wins Grand Champion Honors at 2020 Junior Wheat Show
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Chuck and Ruth Coffey's Double C Cattle Company Recognized for Outstanding Environmental Stewardship |
In a special edition of NCBA’s Cattlemen to Cattlemen, seven of the nation’s top cattle operations were honored for implementing practices that make them true stewards of land, air and water resources.
Each of these farms and ranches exemplify the commitment of all producers to protect the resources in their care and improve their operations for future generations of cattlemen and women. One of the seven regional winners is the Double C Cattle Company in Springer, Oklahoma- operated by Chuck and Ruth Coffey and their three adult children and families.
REGIONAL AWARD WINNERS:
Region I – SK Herefords – New York
Region II – Southern Cross Farms – Mississippi
Region III – Euken-Myers Family – Iowa
Region IV – Double C Cattle Company – Oklahoma
Region V – Beatty Canyon Ranch – Colorado
Region VI – Boies Ranch – Nevada
Region VII – Johnson Farms – South Dakota
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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. (rescheduled for June in 2020)
They would like to thank all of you who participated in their 2020 Oklahoma City Farm Show.
Up next will be the Tulsa Farm Show in December 2020- the dates are December 10th, 11th, and 12th.
Now is the ideal time to contact the Midwest Farm Show Office at 507-437-7969 and book space at the 2020 Tulsa Farm Show. To learn more about the Tulsa Farm Show, click here.
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Missouri Cattlemen’s Back Cattle Market Transparency Act of 2020 |
Missouri Cattlemen’s Association along with 16 other state cattle organizations sent letters to U.S. Senator Pat Roberts (R-Kan.), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, and U.S. Congressman Collin Peterson (D-Minn.), Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, pushing for support of S. 4647 and H.R. 8557 respectively, the proposed Cattle Market Transparency Act of 2020. The Senate version is sponsored by U.S. Senator Deb Fischer (R-Neb.) and the nearly identical House version is sponsored by U.S. Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (R-Mo.).
The letter, which also went to U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-Mich.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, and U.S. Congressman Mike Conaway (R-Texas), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Agriculture, thanked the legislators for their support of cattle producers across the country and called for quick and diligent consideration of this important agricultural bill.
“S. 4647/ H.R. 8557 represent a balanced approach between providing key information and transparency for cattle producers while maintaining confidentiality for the packing sector of the beef industry,” the letter affirmed. “We would respectfully request that the Cattle Market Transparency Act of 2020 be given full and fair consideration by the Senate/House Agriculture Committees and a hearing be scheduled on this bill at the first appropriate date possible.
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Concern Grows For Adequate and Affordable Hay Supplies as Drought Conditions Intensify Across The Country |
We’ve been watching drought conditions all year slowly expand throughout cattle country from Oklahoma west to California. The impact on cattle feed, especially hay is starting to show in the market.
Katelyn McCullock, director and senior agricultural economist for the Livestock Marketing Information Center, based in Denver, Colo., talks about that impact on today’s Beef Buzz.
Hay supplies are being hit hard by the drought, she said.
Essentially the western states have had extreme dryness that has impacted particularly other non-alfalfa hay crops, she said.
Typically, alfalfa would be irrigated and managed differently than other hay crops.
The USDA estimates that prices for other hay jumped six percent compared to a year ago in August to $137 per ton, while alfalfa dropped four percent to $172 per ton.
One of the unique things happening this year is other hay is outpacing alfalfa prices, she said.
McCullock predicted hay prices will continue to be impacted into early 2021.
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Each Weekday- Listen to Cotton Talk!
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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U.S. Sen. John Boozman (R-Ark.), Inline to be The Next Chairman of Ag Committee, Says The New Farm Bill Will Receive Priority in 2021 |
U.S. Sen. John Boozman (R-Ark.) could be inline to take over chairmanship of the Senate Agriculture Committee following Sen. Pat Roberts (R-Ks.) retirement at the end of the current session.
Sen. Boozman was interviewed by farm broadcaster Carah Hart, Red River Farm Network, at the recent Crop Insurance Professionals Association fall conference in West Virginia.
During a Q and A session, the status of another COVID-19 stimulus package was discussed. The Arkansas Senator said he was doubtful there would be a relief package passed before the election.
I think at this point we have all kinds of politics involved, Boozman said. But, after the election is over Congress will come together and provide the relief we need, he said.
He said it’s not so much a stimulus package as it is a survival package.
As Ag Committee chairman, Boozman would have a major leadership role in programs impacting agriculture. Many changes are anticipated after the election, including the Senate Ag Committee leadership.
I hope the Senate remains in Republican control, he said.
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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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Cover Crops and Proven Success with Soil Health Practices to be featured in Oct. 29 Virtual Meeting |
The Emmons farm in western Oklahoma’s Dewey County reaps the rewards of investing in Soil Health. Jimmy and Ginger Emmons have been adding multiple soil health practices to their fields for several years. Please join the Dewey County Conservation District and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for a Zoom meeting discussing “Cover crops and proven success with Soil Health practices!” The Zoom meeting is scheduled for 12:30 p.m., (Central Time) Oct. 29, 2020.
In advance of the meeting, we would ask that you watch a video filmed at the Emmons farm in Dewey County on cover crops and improved soil water management https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gsEqzRhQMxA&t=739s . By viewing prior to attending the meeting, participants will be better prepared to ask questions and participate in discussions.
Also during the meeting, Paul Clark, NRCS Resource Conservationist, will present an overview of successes in Dewey County.
Through the years of experimenting and implementing practices, the Emmons’ soils have changed significantly for the better. Jimmy, a former Leopold Conservation Award Recipient, has increased organic matter in the top 8 to 10 inches of soil. His water infiltration rates have surpassed standard soil mapping data and profitability has increased with the decrease of inputs.
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Dr. Glenn Selk on the Management of Cows with Limited Forage Availability |
Dr. Glenn Selk, Oklahoma State University Emeritus Extension Animal Scientist, offers herd health advice as part of the weekly series known as the "Cow Calf Corner" published electronically by Dr. Peel and Dr. Glenn Selk. Today, Dr. Selk talks about the management of cows with limited forage availability.
Some of the cow calf producers of the Midwest and Southwest are going into winter with very limited hay supplies and standing forage. As they search for alternative methods to keep the cows in adequate body condition this winter, some were planning on wheat pasture that so far has not received enough rain to grow. Therefore it has become time to look for Plan B (or C or D). Most of the alternatives after wheat pasture are not easy or are they inexpensive.
Information that may provide guidelines for alternative winter feeding methods can be found in an Oklahoma State University Extension Fact Sheet: ANSI-3034 called “Management of Cows with Limited Forage Availability”. In this fact sheet you will find:
• Culling suggestions (if that has not already been done);
• Recommendations about how much hay is needed if it is to be purchased;
• Limit-feeding grain with limited forage available
• Suggested complete diets for cows fed in drylot
• Limit energy concentrate feeding management tips
• Limit feeding of hay
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Quality Management Specialist hired to serve Oklahoma's Food Processing Industry |
Quality management programs are at the heart of safe food and fiber production in Oklahoma.
The Oklahoma State University Robert M. Kerr Food and Agricultural Products Center understands this need and has partnered with the Oklahoma Small Business Development Center in Durant, Oklahoma, to hire a quality management specialist to serve the food processing industry in the state.
Stephanie Baker, 2007 OSU food science graduate from Meeker, Oklahoma, will lead and manage quality, food safety and security programs for the Oklahoma food industries, as well as best manufacturing practices for product outputs and employee safe health practices.
“My goal as the quality management specialist is to connect with companies who are looking for assistance with preparing for their first food safety audit, starting a quality management focused project, or in need of technical or regulatory advice,” she said.
Baker’s background includes experience in the dairy industry, having grown up on a dairy farm and completing an internship at Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Plant in Tuttle, Oklahoma. While in college, she also worked part time in FAPC’s food microbiology lab.
Baker has experience in the ready-to-eat meat industry, as she worked at Sigma Processed Meats, a major international ham and hot dog manufacturer in Seminole, Oklahoma. Most recently, she worked for seven years as a quality assurance manager at Shawnee Milling Co. in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
Roy Escoubas, FAPC director, said he is happy to have Baker as part of the FAPC team.
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Ryder Klaassen of Hydro Eakly FFA Wins Grand Champion Honors at 2020 Junior Wheat Show
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The 2020 Oklahoma 4-H FFA Junior Wheat Show concluded last night with a banquet in Oklahoma City to celebrate the winners and hand out $16,000 in scholarships to top 4-H and FFA members who participated.
Congrats to the overall Champion of the 2020 show- Ryder Klaassen of Hydro Eakly FFA whose Doublestop CL Plus earned top honors.
Our own KC Sheperd was at the Banquet- and her full coverage of the event will be out later this morning on our website- OklahomaFarmReport.Com and will be in our Friday Daily Email.
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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 continue to show weakness- Choice Beef was down $2 on Thursday to $205 while Select Beef was also lower- Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News |
OKC West in El Reno had 6,883 head of cattle in their feeder and stocker sales this week-.
Compared to last week: Feeder steers traded 8.00-10.00 lower. Feeder heifers sold 4.00-8.00 lower, cattle that were short weaned sold sharply lower with little to no interest. Demand light. Steer calves sold 1.00-6.00 lower, with steadiness seen on longer weaned calves that had several rounds of shots . Heifers traded 3.00-8.00 lower. Demand mostly light to moderate. Quality plain to average, few attractive. Short or un-weaned calves sold at a much higher decline and with very little demand.
Click below to check the full 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
Sam Knipp, Farm News Editor
Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
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Steve Thompson, Senior Director for Public Policy at the Oklahoma Farm Bureau, sat down with Host Ron Hays to discuss the decision by the general farm organization to oppose State Question 805 in the upcoming November General Election. They also talked about the decision by the group to not hold a face to face in person Convention in Norman this year- and how that impacts their policy making process in 2020 and into 2021.
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