Oklahoma's Latest Farm
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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Wednesday, September 29, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Beef Cow Herd Liquidation Continues to Unfold
- Fellowship, Family Friendly, Free Beef Supper -Oklahoma Cattlemen to Host 12 Fall Gatherings Around Oklahoma
- TCFA Board Affirms Selection of Ben Weinheimer as Their Next CEO Come January
- Growth Energy Calls on EPA to Expand Biofuels Use to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
- Farmers Urged to Return Custom Rates Survey to OSU Extension ASAP
- Regenerative Agriculture: Past, Present and Future
- Oklahoma Pork Council Announces Hire of Ashton Mese Johnston
- Fort Sill Apache and USDA NRCS Work Together to Grow a Promising Tomorrow
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Beef Cow Herd Liquidation Continues to Unfold
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On Friday, the USDA released the latest Cattle on Feed report. For more than a year, fed cattle have outnumbered U.S. beef processing facilities’ slaughter capacity, creating a bottleneck. For the second day, I sit down with Senior Vice President of Food and Agricultural Research, Animal Protein at Rabo AgriFinance Don Close to break down the report. Today, Close imagines how the report may influence cow-calf operations.
“I do not see anything radical enough in this report to really have a big impact on our cows,” Close said. “The writing is on the wall. We will continue to see female liquidation and a healthy decline in total cow numbers when we get to the January inventory report.”
Fewer cows equal fewer calves coming to market, which Close believes is the right direction. He said he does not think the transition is and will continue to happen as quickly as people expect.
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Fellowship, Family Friendly, Free Beef Supper -Oklahoma Cattlemen to Host 12 Fall Gatherings Around Oklahoma
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The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association has planned the 2021 OCA Fall Gatherings. There are twelve locations scattered around the state with the idea that everyone should have a Fall Gathering within a comfortable drive distance. Fall Gatherings begin at 6:30 p.m. with a free beef supper followed by beef cattle industry updates.
“I always enjoy the OCA Fall Gatherings," Byron Yeomen, OCA president, said. "The food, the fellowship and the family friendly atmosphere are among my favorite aspects. Fall Gatherings provide a time for cattlemen to come together for an evening meal and industry update without having to drive too far or spend the whole day away from the ranch.”
OCA membership is not required to attend the event. RSVP is greatly encouraged to assist with meal preparation. RSVP here!
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TCFA Board Affirms Selection of Ben Weinheimer as Their Next CEO Come January
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The Board of Directors of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association met last week in Amarillo and took action on several items of business under the direction of Chairman Scott Anderson of Guymon.
Among the items of business- The board approved a recommendation from the Executive Committee to approve the transition of Ross Wilson to an advisory role and promote Ben Weinheimer to President & CEO, effective January 2022.
Ross Wilson has served as the CEO and President of the TCFA for fifteen years, since 2006. Wilson joined TCFA in 1985 as government affairs director and in 1998 was named vice president. He was only the fourth person to serve as CEO of the group, succeeding long time President and CEO Richard McDonald
Weinheimer joined TCFA in 1996 and has served as the Vice President of the cattle group since 2006.
Join us down memory road as we point you to a couple of the more recent stories from both Ross and Ben. We say congrats to both- wishing Ross Wilson the best in this transition and Ben the same as he takes over the reins of this group at a critical time in the Feedlot business.
Click on the Blue Buttons for those reports.
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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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Growth Energy Calls on EPA to Expand Biofuels Use to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions
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Growth Energy submitted comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency calling on the agency to expand biofuels use in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Today’s comments were in response to a proposed rulemaking last month by EPA and the U.S. Department of Transportation to decarbonize light-duty vehicles for model years 2023 through 2026. The association notes in its comments:
"We appreciate EPA’s work to reshape the nation’s transportation mix to make it more sustainable -- this is a central driver for our industry as well. Vehicles and fuels operate as a system and liquid fuels will continue to play a dominant role in the transportation sector for decades to come, even as alternative fuels flourish.
"Ethanol is the most available and affordable means to immediately clean up our liquid fuel supply. Recent data from Environmental Health and Engineering show today’s corn ethanol reduces greenhouse gas emissions by an average of 46% compared to gasoline and can provide reductions of up to 70% with the use of readily available technologies. Ethanol’s other environmental benefits are also noteworthy. As has been researched, the use of more ethanol and ethanol-blended fuel reduces air toxics such as carbon monoxide, benzene, and other harmful particulates.”
Growth Energy’s comments follow testimony before EPA from Growth Energy’s Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs Chris Bliley in response to the proposed rulemaking.
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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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The Oklahoma Cattlemen's Association is the trusted voice of the Oklahoma Cattle Industry. With headquarters in Oklahoma City, the OCA has a regular presence at the State Capitol to protect and defend the interests of cattlemen and cattlewomen.
Their Vision Statement explains the highest priority of the organization- "Leadership that serves, strengthens and advocates for the Oklahoma cattle industry."
To learn more about the OCA and how you can be a part of this forward-looking group of cattle producers, click here for their website. For more information- call 405-235-4391.
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Farmers Urged to Return Custom Rates Survey to OSU Extension ASAP
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Oklahoma State University Extension is asking agricultural producers who received a custom rates survey to please fill it out and return it in the postage-paid Business Reply envelope by Oct. 8.
The research results provide important, reliable estimates about custom rates in a given area, Roger Sahs, OSU Extension specialist for enterprise budgets and land values, said.
Producers’ mailing identification is kept separate from their individual questionnaire to maintain confidentiality. Only totals, averages and other statistical measures are made public.
Results are published annually in OSU Extension Current Report 205, “Oklahoma Farm and Ranch Custom Rates.” After data has been collected, the report will be available online and through all OSU Extension county offices beginning January 2022. Here is an example of the latest report, made up of data from 2019 - 2020.
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Regenerative Agriculture: Past, Present and Future
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In a is a special feature by Jeff Goodwin, senior rangeland and pasture consultant at the Noble Research Institute, we explore regenerative agriculture: past, present and future.
Ranchers are working on lands with hundreds of years of management history, which have influenced the ecological and economic challenges they face today. Regenerative agriculture is a long-term solution.
Regenerative agriculture and regenerative ranching are becoming increasingly popular topics of conversation, both in industry circles and in the media. This might lead you to believe that regenerative agriculture is a new management philosophy. However, this is not the case.
While the term “regenerative agriculture” was coined by the Rodale Institute in the 1980s, the principles and practices behind this movement existed long before then.
Take a dive into the subject of regenerative agriculture by hitting the blue button below, or you can read this story on the noble research institute website here.
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Oklahoma Pork Council Announces Hire of Ashton Mese Johnston
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The Oklahoma Pork Council is excited to announce the hire of Ashton Mese Johnston as the industry relations manager.
Johnston previously served as the press secretary and policy associate for the Office of the Oklahoma Attorney General. Prior to working at the Office of the Oklahoma Attorney General, Johnston spent time in Washington, D.C., where she worked for the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Agriculture as a professional staff member and legislative assistant, and for the Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies as a congressional staff member. She started her career at the Office of the Oklahoma Governor in 2012.
"I am thrilled for this opportunity to join the dynamic team at the Oklahoma Pork Council,” Johnston said. “Despite countless barriers facing the agriculture industry each day, Kylee and the board have created a positive culture to solve problems and serve producers. This is meaningful work, and I look forward to helping however I can."
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Fort Sill Apache and USDA NRCS Work Together to Grow a Promising Tomorrow
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History is very significant to each of our tomorrows. It can be shared in photos and in books, but there are projects that can also bring it to life.
The Fort Sill Apache Environmental Programs applied for and received the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service grant to purchase and construct a seasonal high tunnel for the Tribe to use for cultural outreach purposes. This project became necessary in order to expose local visitors to plants used by the Chiricahua and Warm Springs Apaches in their homeland, as they do not grow naturally in the Oklahoma climate. This simulated climate can also be used to grow desert-friendly fruits and vegetables that will be made available to elders.
Until now, slide shows, publications and a select few species grown here were the only way to show locals what plants were used and how they helped these Apaches survive, make goods, foods, treats, medicine, and weapons. A people separated from their environment need this knowledge in order to maintain their culture, as plants played such a vital role in it.
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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 lower on Tuesday, September 28th. Choice Beef dropped $1.14 while Select Beef was down three cents.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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OKC West in El Reno had 2,200 head of Calves for their Tuesday Calf Market Sale on September 28th- they sell yearlings today at 9 AM.
Compared to last Tuesday: Steer calves not enough comparable sales for a trend. Heifer calves sold steady to 2.00 higher. Demand moderate. Quality plain to average. Much needed rain is in the forecast for later in the week. S
Click below for the Tuesday Calf report.
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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
Pam Arterburn, Calendar and Template Manager
Chelsea Stanfield, Farm News and Email Editor
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Rural Oklahoma is full of some of the greatest success stories throughout the entire state and is the main reason Oklahoma is on track to become a top 10 state.
The Road to Rural Prosperity will dive into these stories each week, bringing you insight into the great things happening in and to rural Oklahoma. We will bring you stories covering rural life, agriculture, energy, healthcare, tourism, and politics affecting rural America.
The Road to Rural Prosperity is here to tell stories about rural America, for rural America.
As we continue along the Road to Rural Prosperity- In our latest Ag Perspective Podcast, KC Sheperd talks with the leading animal behavior authority in the world, Dr. Temple Grandin. KC and Dr. Grandin talk about the concept of Sustainability and the proper handling of beef cattle, how to treat your cattle the right way, the concept of Stockmanship, how to get an animal ready for the show ring and the amazing memory that cattle have- and how understanding that memory can help you lessen the stress on your cattle and yourself as you work with beef or dairy animals.
Dr. Grandin has been honored by Universities and Organizations around the world- including in 2010 when Oklahoma State University created an endowed professorship in animal behavior in honor of Temple Grandin.
To find out more about our full series of Podcasts on The Road to Rural Prosperity- click or tap here.
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Tim West
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2401 Exchange Avenue,
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Oklahoma City, OK 73108
405.317.6361
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Ron Hays
Director of Farm Programming
Radio Oklahoma Ag Network
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