Oklahoma's Latest Farm
And Ranch News
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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Friday, September 10, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Wheat Markets Around the World with OSU's Kim Anderson
- Drought Conditions Could Develop in Much of Oklahoma
- Dan Halstrom Predicts 2021 Will Be a Record Year for U.S. Beef Exports
- Senate Finance Committee to Study Agricultural Sales Tax Exemptions This Monday
- Hydro, Okla. Multi-Crop Field Day a Success
- Fall is the Time to Plant Wildflower Gardens
- OKFB Shotgun Shoot Raises Funds for Foundation
- Biofuel Community Disappointed as DC Court Turns Down Appeal on E-85
- And a Few More Stories to Check Out Over the Weekend
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Wheat Markets Around the World with OSU's Kim Anderson
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This week on SUNUP, Oklahoma State University Grain Marketing Specialist Kim Anderson talks about what is going on around the world with the wheat markets.
Starting in the Black Sea area of Russia - they missed their projected wheat-harvest mark by about 500 million bushels, putting them in the news a lot lately, according to Anderson. At the same time, he said it looks like Ukraine produced a near-record harvest. Overall, the low harvest number are good for wheat prices.
In the European Union produced a big wheat crop at 5.1 billion bushels, but rain is impacting that harvest.
“39% of it is projected to be below the minimum level of test weight for flour milling,” Anderson said. “However, it still could be a good flour-milling crop.”
Australia also produced a big crop, surpassing their five-year average by around 218 million bushels.
For the world, a record crop is in the bin with 28.5 billion bushels. Anderson said although we have a lot of wheat, he doesn’t think it is in the “right position.”
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The Latest U.S. Drought Monitor Reports Drought Conditions Likely to Develop in Much of Oklahoma
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Oklahoma, along with neighboring areas of Arkansas, Kansas and Texas, ended up sandwiched between precipitation events, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor report.
In the southern Great Plains and South, precipitation has been below normal across much of Oklahoma and Texas during the past month, leading to expansion of areas reporting abnormally dry conditions. Average temperatures were generally three to nine degrees above normal across Oklahoma and Texas.
Drought conditions persist in north-eastern Oklahoma. Areas of abnormal dryness continue to grow. 27.77% of the state is currently experiencing abnormally dry conditions or worse, up from 18.43% a week ago. The Monthly Drought Outlook report shows drought development is likely for much of the state.
According to the report, Oklahomans can expect a probability of higher-than-normal temperatures and lower-than-normal precipitation in the next 6 to 10 days.
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Dan Halstrom Predicts 2021 to be a Record Year for U.S. Beef Exports
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Around the world, beef is buzzing! As U.S. beef exports continue to reach record highs, industry experts predict a strong end of the year could put 2021 in the history books. President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation Dan Halstrom. Today, he told me that beef export numbers are phenomenal.
July’s beef export numbers verified the momentum beef exports saw in the first half of the year, Halstrom said.
“We have broad-based demand around the world for beef,” Halstrom said. “I think we are setting up for a good finish to the year.”
Today’s beef export numbers are a far cry from last year’s. Export numbers are 45% higher than last year’s, according to Halstrom. He said there are a lot of drivers pushing this night and day difference.
Halstrom said it is hard to say how the year will end, but he said he believes a new record number of exported beef will be met.
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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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Senate Finance Committee to Study Agricultural Sales Tax Exemptions
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The agricultural industry has a significant impact on Oklahoma’s economy, and Senate Agriculture and Wildlife Committee Vice Chairman Roland Pederson said it’s time to review who qualifies for agricultural sales tax exemptions in the state.
An interim study - “Finding a pathway for equitable farm tax exemptions” - will take a deep dive into this issue in the Senate Finance Committee on Monday, Sept. 13 at 10:30 a.m.
Pederson said the Oklahoma Tax Commission recently changed the process to getting an agricultural sales tax exemption card, and he’s heard from many farmers and ranchers from across the state who’ve had difficulties getting or renewing their exemption. Cards must be renewed every three years.
The study will be held at the Oklahoma State Capitol in room 535. It will also be livestreamed at www.oksenate.gov.
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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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Hydro, Okla. Multi-Crop Field Day a Success
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Radio Oklahoma’s own KC Sheperd participated in today’s free multi-crop field day in Hydro, Okla. The event was made possible by local farmers, but cotton, corn, peanuts and soybeans were the stars of the show.
A local, fourth-generation farmer and on-farm researcher, Merlin Schantz of Schantz Farms acted as host and tour guide for the event.
“We had some seed variety trials in cotton that we looked at (today),” Schantz said. “We also looked at some herbicide and fungicide trials in peanuts and then in several places, we looked at fertility studies that we are working on.”
Schantz said western Oklahoma has had a fruitful summer, with good rains and cooperative weather.
The day started at 8:30 a.m. with donuts and coffee, followed by a bus tour of the fields at 9 a.m. Guest speakers included Shane Osborne, Bruce Stewart and Karl Stutzman.
As a fourth-generation farmer, Schantz said he hopes agriculture will stay viable in western Oklahoma for generations to come.
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Fall is the Time to Plant Wildflower Gardens
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Driving across Oklahoma, it’s not unusual to see patches of wildflowers along the highway. The variety of colors and textures makes these patches appealing to the eye. Wildflower gardens are also a great addition to any landscape and recreating this beauty in a public garden or home landscape can create a pleasing aesthetic - provided the right steps are taken in its establishment.
Gardeners are concerned with the environment, and in some ways, wildflower gardens are more environmentally friendly than traditional gardens, David Hillock, extension consumer horticulturalist at Oklahoma State University, said.
Late fall is ideal for planting a wildflower garden, but as with any gardening venture, site selection is vital. Consider factors such as sun and wind exposure, drainage, site topography, site access for maintenance and irrigation.
“Wildflower gardens are gaining in popularity among gardeners seeking ways to enhance native ecosystems in urban areas while also seeking to reduce the resources needed to keep their gardens beautiful. This type of gardening lends itself to bringing a part of Oklahoma’s natural heritage into the backyard and demonstrating the diversity of the Oklahoma flora,” Hillock said.
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OKFB Shotgun Shoot Hosted by Young Farmers and Ranchers Raises Funds for Foundation
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The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers raised more than $11,000 at their third-annual shotgun shoot held at Quail Ridge Shooting Sports near McLoud on August 28.
The funds raised will benefit the OKFB Foundation for Agriculture, which seeks to connect consumers with accurate agriculture information as well supporting agriculture and rural communities in Oklahoma.
The group hosted 88 shooters on 22 four-person teams that tested their skills at shooting stations mimic real-life hunting scenarios.
“Our Young Farmers & Ranchers committee is always excited to support agriculture and the work of the foundation, and being able to do it at a shotgun shoot creates a great event that people can enjoy,” Cody Goodknight, state YF&R chairman, said. “We appreciate our sponsors and our shooters for coming out and making it a fun day.”
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Biofuel Community Disappointed as DC Court Turns Down Appeal on E-85
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On Thursday, Growth Energy, the National Corn Growers Association, and the Renewable Fuels Association released the following statement after the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals denied their petition for rehearing regarding the recent American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers, et al. vs. EPA decision, in which the court vacated a 2019 regulation allowing year-round sales of a fifteen percent ethanol fuel blend (E15).
“Our petition for rehearing was an opportunity for the D.C. Circuit to remedy a decision that runs counter to legal precedent and which, if maintained, threatens our nation’s rural economy and progress on moving toward a clean energy future.
“Today’s petition denial is another hurdle to ensuring year-round access to low-carbon E15, however, due to timing, American drivers and retailers will be able to finish out the E15 summer driving season without disruption to their access to cleaner fuel choices at the pump. Moving forward, we continue to push for a permanent remedy long before the start of next year’s summer driving season.”
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Here's a Few More Stories to Check Out Over the Weekend
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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 go higher- Choice Beef was up 65 cents and Select Beef was up $1.09 on Friday 11/20/2020.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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OKC West in El Reno had 4,421 head this week after the Labor Day holiday.
Compared to last week: Feeder steers traded steady to 3.00 lower. Feeder heifers sold steady to 1.00 higher. Steer and heifer calves were to lightly tested for an accurate trend. Demand moderate. Several drafts of yearling feeders were in full and or fleshy conditions.
Click below for the complete closing report.
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The Woodward Market had a total run of 3,606 head on Thursday, September 9th.
Compared to last week: Feeder steers over 850 lbs 3.00 to 5.00 higher. Feeder steers under 850 lbs steady to 5.00 lower. Feeder heifers 3.00 to 4.00 higher. Steer calves steady to 5.00 lower. Heifer calves 5.00 to 7.00 lower. Demand good for the thinner fleshed weaned calves with the seasonal spread widening for the unweaned fleshy calves as more come to market.
Click on the button below for details of the trade as compiled by the USDA Market News Service.
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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
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Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
Chelsea Stanfield, Farm News and Email Editor
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Ron and Brett discuss what happened during the 2021 wheat growing season as it pertains to the OSU bred wheat varieties- and then Dr. Carver launches into what is coming- in both the near term and further down the road from the OSU Wheat Breeding Pipeline.
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Tim West
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405.317.6361
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Radio Oklahoma Ag Network
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