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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Monday, April 19, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Major Beef Breeds Lining Up to Make the 2022 Cattlemen's Congress Their Preferred January Home
- Large Crowds Enjoyed Oklahoma City Farm Show
- Momma Cows Could Still be Showing Effects of February's Brutal Cold Says OSU's Mark Johnson
- Lucas Cosponsors Legislation to Designate Chisholm, Western Trails as National Historic Trails
- Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Nomination of Robert Bonnie to Join His USDA Team- And Ag Groups Cheer
- Single Week U.S. Sorghum Sales Shatter Previous Records
- Chickasha Wheat Field Day set for April 30
- Introducing Aspen Fitzer of the Stigler FFA Chapter, Your 2021 Southeast Area Star in Agribusiness
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Major Beef Breeds Lining Up to Make the 2022 Cattlemen's Congress Their Preferred January Home
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Based on the early feedback of the beef breeds and purebred producers who made the first ever Cattlemen's Congress this past January a huge success- the board of directors for the brand new event made a commitment to make the Congress an annual event in January- including this coming January, 2022.
The show had a $40 to $50 million positive economic impact for Oklahoma City, Callahan said.
Perhaps more importantly the cattle industry had the opportunity to display their genetics, he added.
A quick review of the numbers showed 22 sales held in conjunction with the event, all significantly higher than previous years, Callahan said, returning $10.3 million to the purebred industry.
There were 2,793 exhibitors from 41 states and 3 Canadian provinces participated in the inaugural event.
Early on after the 2021 show- the American Angus Association declared that they would be back in Oklahoma City in 2022- their President David Dal Porto reported in a letter to membership in February that "The Events and Education Committee approved both the Cattlemen’s Congress and National Western Stock Show as Super ROV shows in 2022. Pen shows will be held in both locations. The American Angus Association will host the 2022 National Bull Sale at Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City."
Two more key players have now made it official- they will be at the Congress as well- earlier this month- the American Hereford Association announced "The American Hereford Association (AHA) Board of Directors met this week during their spring board meeting to make a decision about recognition levels of the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City, Okla. and National Western Stock Show (NWSS) in Denver, Colo.
"The AHA Board voted to host the 2022 National Show and National Hereford Sale during the Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City.
"The shows and exhibitor surveys were all taken into consideration during this decision. It was decided that Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City will host the 2022 National Show and National Hereford Sale, junior show and pen show.
"Following Cattlemen’s Congress, AHA will recognize the NWSS as a Regional Point Show."
This past week- the Maine Anjou breed followed suit. Their Board added the Cattlemen's Congress for 2022 as a designated National Show- they plan to have their Bright Lights Maine Anjou National Sale at the Congress.
While these breeds all will have shows in both Oklahoma City and Denver next January- their National Sales have all been pulled out of Denver and moved to Oklahoma City.
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Large Crowds Enjoyed Oklahoma City Farm Show
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Lots of the farm community made their way to the Bennett Event Center at the OKC Fairgrounds this past Thursday thru Saturday for the 2021 Oklahoma City Farm Show, said Scott Guttormson, show manager for Midwest Shows.
Guttormson talked with our own KC Sheperd at the show and was clearly pleased with the crowds that made it to OKC this year.
He told KC that "We carried our good crowd over from Tulsa", he said, noting the February show in Tulsa also had good sized crowds.
Scott added "What better place to view the latest farm equipment and it was a safe place to visit", he noted, as all the booths are spaced widely apart.
More than one vendor remarked to yours truly(Ron) that the Thursday crowd was the best that they could ever remember at this year's show- and things stayed busy on Friday and were even busier on Saturday- with the aisles full of people not long after the 9 AM open- and they stayed that way much of Saturday.
Thanks to those of you that stopped by our booth and said hello to us- we always appreciate the chance to say hello and to say "Thanks" for your support of our reports on the radio and you reading our daily email.
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Mama Cows Could Still be Showing Effects of February's Brutal Cold Says OSU's Mark Johnson
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The lingering impact of February’s brutal cold may still be evident in cow herds said Dr. Mark Johnson, OSU Associate Professor of Animal Science and supervisor of the OSU Purebred Beef Cattle Center.
Johnson said he is concerned about the condition of our mama cows who suffered through periods of below zero weather.
I think the big thing is they required additional feed as they were living through so much cold weather, they were going to need extra feed, Johnson said.
It is certainly possible some cows could be a little thinner and poor in nutrition than what we would normally see this time of year, Johnson said.
I encourage producers to look at that on a herd by herd basis, he said.
All that cold weather no doubt was hard on cows, especially if they were nursing baby calves, Johnson said. It lasted long enough that it could have sapped some body energy reserves out of them, he added.
The OSU animal scientist said calves born during that brutal cold stretch might need some extra attention now.
It’s always a good idea to get a first round of vaccines into those calves, he said.
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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 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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Lucas Cosponsors Legislation to Designate Chisholm, Western Trails as National Historic Trails
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Yesterday, Congressman Frank Lucas (OK-03) joined Representative Ron Estes (KS-04) in introducing legislation to amend the National Trails System Act to designate the Chisholm National Historic Trail and the Western National Historic Trail.
“As our country expanded westward, the Chisholm Trail and the Western Trail became critical lifelines for the people of the Great Plains. Cattle ranchers across Western Oklahoma have always played an integral part throughout Oklahoma’s history, establishing a number of local economies across the Plains through trade and transportation,” said Congressman Lucas. “Designating these trails as historic trails will not only preserve the significance of these trails in Oklahoma and across the Great Plains, but it will also allow us to continue to educate future generations of Americans and provide countless economic opportunities across Oklahoma.”
The Chisholm Trail was a series of trails that led ranchers from Texas to Kansas, crossing the Red River though current-day Oklahoma. The trail acquired its name from Jesse Chisholm, a Scotch/Cherokee trader and government interpreter, who established a trading post in what is now western Oklahoma City on a wagon road between trading posts in Wichita, Kansas and the Red River.
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Statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Nomination of Robert Bonnie to Join His USDA Team- And Ag Groups Cheer
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“I am grateful to President Biden for announcing his intent to nominate Robert Bonnie to serve as Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation with the Department of Agriculture. Robert currently serves as Deputy Chief of Staff and Senior Advisor for Climate at USDA. He led the USDA Transition Team for the President-Elect and Vice President-Elect. And he served in the Obama-Biden Administration as Under Secretary for Natural Resources and Environment as well as my Senior Advisor for the Environment and Climate. He is one of the nation’s foremost authorities and leaders on working lands approaches to conservation and incentive-based climate and conservation practices for farmers, ranchers, foresters and landowners. Under Robert’s steady hand, America’s farmers, ranchers, producers and landowners will see renewed focus on building and maintaining markets at home and abroad and preparing our food and agricultural community to lead the world in climate-smart agricultural practices.
“AFBF congratulates Robert Bonnie on his nomination as Under Secretary for Food Production and Conservation. Robert’s experience as Under Secretary of Agriculture for Natural Resources and Environment and as Senior Advisor to Secretary Vilsack at USDA has given him firsthand knowledge of the challenges facing America’s farmers and ranchers. We appreciate his outreach and engagement with Farm Bureau during his tenure with the Biden administration and we are hopeful he will remain fully engaged with farmers and ranchers in his new role.
ASA is pleased with President Biden’s announcement that he will nominate Robert Bonnie, Kevin Scott, soybean farmer from Valley Springs, South Dakota, and ASA President said, “Bonnie has a solid background, having overseen NRCS under the Omaha Administration and most recently serving as Secretary Vilsack’s chief climate adviser. We have appreciated his public service in support of agriculture, and we respect Bonnie’s accessibility and responsiveness to us as farmers. Just recently, he joined ASA virtually for a conversation during our March board meetings, and we’ve consistently seen this willingness on his part to connect with farmers."
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Single Week U.S. Sorghum Sales Shatter Previous Records
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U.S. Department of Agriculture data issued this morning show U.S. sorghum exports the previous week were a record breaking 33.9 million bushels, topping the previous record by more than 10 million bushels, which took place in August 2020. The top destination was China.
In addition to record-breaking exports, new sales commitments were 33.8 million bushels, predominantly purchased by China. The previous record for weekly sorghum sales was 32 million bushels, also in August 2020.
“U.S. sorghum exports continue to signal very strong demand for our crop, and new purchases at this level only reaffirm that,” National Sorghum Producers CEO Tim Lust said. “The size of shipments reported this last week is equivalent to the size of approximately 10-12 Panamax vessels.”
New crop purchases of U.S. sorghum for this point in marketing year are also at a record level, reaching 40 million bushels this past week-a 264 percent increase from the previous record set in 2014. These new crop purchases are significant, particularly in the wake of a + $5 Dec 2021 Chicago Board of Trade price
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Chickasha Wheat Field Day set for April 30
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Wheat growers should make plans now to attend Oklahoma State University Extension’s 2021 Chickasha Wheat Field Day on April 30 or watch video presentations of the event online afterward.
The 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. field day will take place at the OSU South Central Research Station in Chickasha, located at 1105 E. Iowa St. near State Highway 62. There is no cost to attend. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines will be implemented, including social distancing and the wearing of face masks. Masks and hand sanitizer will be provided to attendees.
The YouTube videos will be posted in early May so producers can take advantage of the insights offered at the field day in a timely manner, said Amanda de Oliveira Silva, OSU Extension small grains specialist.
“The field day is a great opportunity for producers to learn about wheat varieties that are commercially available and evaluate their performance for next season,” she said. “Variety trials provide an unbiased source of information to producers. It’s also a great opportunity to ask questions of OSU experts and interact with other farmers and ranchers who might have similar operational goals and challenges.”
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Introducing Aspen Fitzer of the Stigler FFA Chapter, Your 2021 Southeast Area Star in Agribusiness
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During the month of April, the Radio Oklahoma Ag Network and Oklahoma Farm Report is spotlighting the twenty Area Stars of Oklahoma FFA that are among the highest achievers in the organization.
The stars come from the five areas in four categories- Star in Ag Placement, Star in Agriscience, Star in Agribusiness and Star in Production Agriculture.
This week, we spotlight the five area stars in Agribusiness for 2021.
One Star Finalist featured in the coming days from each of the categories, will be named the State Star Award Winner during the 95th Oklahoma State FFA Convention coming up April 27, and 28th in Oklahoma City.
This week, our coverage of the 2021 Oklahoma FFA Star Award Finalists continues with Agribusiness competitor Aspen Fitzer of the Stigler FFA chapter representing the Southeast Area.
Fitzer’s project focused on honeybees.
I am a fifth-generation beekeeper, Fitzer said.
Her business, in partner with a cousin, includes a full line of honey and bee wax products.
Fitzer’s family, especially her grandfather, inspired her to pursue the project.
Without bees we would not have beautiful flowers and food, she said.
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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 mixed this past Friday- Choice Beef was lower by 57 cents while Select Beef was up 67 cents.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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Oklahoma National Stockyards had right at 7,000 head on Sunday evening already on hand- and President Kelli Payne tells us that they expect about 8,000 when their Monday sale begins at 8:00 AM this morning.
Compared to last Monday's Sale on April 12th(compared to the previous week)Feeder steers steady to 1.00 higher, over 900lbs up to 3.00 higher. Feeder heifers steady to 2.00 higher. Demand good for feeder cattle. Steer calves 1.00-2.00 lower. Heifer calves unevenly steady. Demand moderate for calves. Supply included several nice loads of cattle off winter pasture.
Click below for the complete closing 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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