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Your Update from Ron Hays of RON
Monday, October 4, 2021
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Here is your daily Oklahoma farm and ranch news update.
- Black Vultures: An Increasing Nuisance for Oklahoma Cattlemen and Cattlewomen
- FY 2022 Kicks Off New and Proven Marketing Campaigns for Oklahoma Beef
- ODAFF, Oklahoma Pork Council and Wheeler's Meat Market Partner for Hunger Action Month Ham Donation
- NAWG & NFU Applaud Congress on Continuing Resolution Providing Disaster Aid Funding
- New Coverage by Union Mutual Insurance is Good News for Oklahoma Poultry Producers
- OSU Ranchers Thursday Lunchtime Series Targets Wintertime Beef Cattle Management
- Mark Your Calendars for the 2022 Beltwide Cotton Conference in January
- OSU Researchers Take an Aerial Approach to the Dunes of Little Sahara
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Black Vultures: An Increasing Nuisance for Oklahoma Cattlemen and Cattlewomen
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Oklahoma ranchers have a long and sordid relationship with black vultures.
Scott Alls, state director at USDA APHIS Wildlife Services for Oklahoma, talked with KC Sheperd, associate farm director for Radio Oklahoma Ag Network, about how problems arise for both black vultures and ranchers when the birds prey on newborn calves.
“A lot of times, when a producer found a calf being fed upon, they assumed it was still-born or maybe taken by coyotes," Alls said. "In reality, it may have been preyed upon by these vultures.”
When black vultures begin to prey on livestock, ranchers are left with few solutions because vultures are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, which requires a permit to “take” or kill protected birds.
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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.
The Tulsa Farm Show is Oklahoma’s premier agricultural and ranching event which returns to the SageNet Center (Expo Square) December, 9-10-11, 2021.
Now is the ideal time to contact the Midwest Farm Show Office at 507-437-7969 and book space at the 2021 Tulsa Farm Show. To learn more about the Tulsa Farm Show, click here.
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Fiscal Year 2022 Kicks Off New and Proven Marketing Campaigns for Oklahoma Beef
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A new fiscal year began for the Oklahoma Beef Council and with that, successful outreach programs continue, while new outreach efforts are put to the test. I spoke with Heather Buckmaster, executive director of the Oklahoma Beef Council, about what is on the marketing books for fiscal year 2022.
“One of the things we look back on in 2021 - we had a big year with the development of video content,” Buckmaster said. “We have produced more than 30 pieces of new video content.”
After a successful campaign in 2021, Buckmaster said the Oklahoma Beef Council will continue to focus on producing educational content that busts beef myths and at the same time, inspires people to buy beef, Buckmaster said.
“One of the new programs that we are looking at is 2022, is ‘Build Your Base with Beef,’” Buckmaster said. “I am very excited about this program.”
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ODAFF, Oklahoma Pork Council and Wheeler's Meat Market Partner for Hunger Action Month Ham Donation
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The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry, the Oklahoma Pork Council and Wheeler’s Meat Market have partnered to donate 750 pounds of ham to the Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma.
“Oklahoma agriculture is proud to play a big part in feeding the world, but we recognize access to that food isn’t always a reality for everyone,” Blayne Arthur, Oklahoma secretary of agriculture, said. “I am incredibly proud of the Oklahoma Pork Council for stepping up to fight against food insecurity in such a substantial way and providing communities with a critical protein source during their most vulnerable times. Hat’s off to you this Hunger Action Month, okPork!”
Hunger Action Month is held each September as members of the Feeding America network of food banks across the country raise hunger awareness and encourage residents to fight hunger in their communities.
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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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NAWG and NFU Applaud Congress on Continuing Resolution Providing Disaster Aid Funding
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Last week, Congress passed a continuing resolution to fund the federal government through December 3, 2021.
The stopgap spending bill includes a disaster aid component, which provides $10 billion in agricultural disaster aid through the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus (WHIP+) in 2020 and 2021.
Wheat growers across the United States have been experiencing an unprecedented drought and the relief provided today in the continuing resolution is much needed,” said NAWG CEO Chandler Goule. “NAWG applauds the House Ag Appropriations and Senate Ag Appropriations for their work on including these provisions in the continuing resolution, and the House Agriculture Committee for marking up the 2020 WHIP+ Reauthorization Act earlier this year that would incorporate many of these important improvements to WHIP+
Also liking the CR was Rob Larew, President of the National Farmers Union- not only for the Disaster aid- but also the extension for the Livestock Mandatory Reporting.
“Passage of the continuing resolution today is good news for the family farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. In addition to keeping federal programs funded, the CR includes critical relief to farmer and ranchers for disaster recovery.
“We also welcome the short-term extension of the Livestock Mandatory Program (LMR), an important tool for price discovery in livestock markets. LMR ultimately needs to be improved and permanently extended, and we look forward to working with Congress to institute reforms that can help address consolidation in livestock markets.”
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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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New Coverage by Union Mutual Insurance is Good News for Oklahoma Poultry Producers
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Union Mutual Insurance Company has listened to feedback from the country and that has resulted in a new insurance product now being rolled out. To learn more, we sat down with Marty Fuller, COO of Union Mutual Insurance.
“Historically, poultry producers have had a difficult time finding adequate insurance coverage for their poultry-confinement houses,” Fuller said. “Especially at a competitive and affordable rate.”
Now, Fuller is pleased to announce that Union Mutual can offer Oklahoma poultry producers comprehensive coverage within the Town and Country policy, but also insure their poultry-confinement houses.
Some of those highlights include being able to insure poultry confinement houses of any age, loss-of-income coverage is built into it and every policy includes stand-by generator mechanical breakdown coverage, which is all unique to the industry, according to Fuller.
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OSU Ranchers Thursday Lunchtime Series Targets Wintertime Beef Cattle Management
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Oklahoma State University Extension is hosting a new lineup of Ranchers Thursday Lunchtime Series events in October. The group of free Zoom webinars will kick off with insights about how much to cull beef cattle herds and focus on ways to best manage winter feed costs while providing livestock with needed nutrition.
Zoom webinars are scheduled for Oct. 7, Oct. 14, Oct. 21 and Oct. 28. The weekly series is free to the public, but registration is required for each event. Questions and feedback are encouraged. All October webinars will begin at noon central time and end about 1 p.m.
“Join our Beef Cattle Extension team, experienced ranchers, scientists and others to learn and share useful tips about beef cattle production, management and marketing,” said Dave Lalman, OSU Extension beef cattle nutritionist. “The series is like one-stop shopping. We cover pretty much everything over time. Spending lunch with us is an investment that can provide real-world benefits for ranchers and their operations.”
Of paramount importance to ranchers this year are ways to manage feed costs, which are 30-40% more compared to 2020, Lalman said. There have been a number of reasons for higher feed prices, from bad crop weather shrinking world harvests, to an increased demand for beef, to supply chain disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Mark Your Calendars for the 2022 Beltwide Cotton Conference in January
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The National Cotton Council is excited to announce that the NCC-coordinated 2022 Beltwide Cotton Conferences, set to take place Jan. 4 through 6 at the Marriott Rivercenter Hotel in San Antonio, Texas.
The BWCC, coordinated by the National Cotton Council, brings together university and USDA researchers, regulatory agencies, extension personnel and agents, consultants, and industry sales and support personnel to exchange information about new products and production and processing systems that can be tailored to individual farming operations for maximum efficiency.
Among topics being considered for inclusion in the BWCC’s Consultants Conference on the morning of January 4 are: updates on ThryvOn cotton and its effectiveness on providing season-long protection against tarnished plant bugs and thrips species; herbicide resistance; the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol; changes in weather patterns and the impact on crops; the Biden Administration’s impact on agriculture; the Endangered Species Act; developments in Bt cotton and carbon sequestration at the field level.
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OSU Researchers Take an Aerial Approach to the Dunes of Little Sahara
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At Little Sahara State Park near Waynoka, Oklahoma, 1,600 acres of sand dunes serve as a veritable playground for dirt bike and ATV enthusiasts. A hidden gem of Oklahoma’s diverse topography, it’s also a treasure trove for researchers from Oklahoma State University’s Unmanned Systems Research Institute (USRI).
Recently, a group of USRI researchers made another visit to the park to conduct photogrammetry research on the migration of sand dunes there using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The team began its research nearly four years ago using high-definition photogrammetry to build 3D models of the dunes with the goal of tracking their migration over time.
“Due to the predominant south wind, the dunes are migrating northward,” said USRI Director Dr. Jamey Jacob. “While the migration of these particular dunes may, someday, impact areas surrounding the park, this research provides a proof of concept of technology and prediction method which we hope may be applied to similar locations around the world.”
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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 drop significantly-Choice Beef was down $2.62 while Select Beef fell $4.48 on Friday, October first.
Click on the Button below for the latest report from USDA Market News
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Oklahoma National Stockyards had 5,000 head in early Sunday evening- and ONSY President Kelli Payne told us that she expects 5,300 to 5,500 head to start this morning's auction- they will begin at 8:00 am.
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Compared to the previous week's sale- the September 27th sale had Feeder steers unevenly steady. Feeder heifers 2.00 - 5.00 higher. Steer and heifer calves unevenly steady. Demand moderate to good.
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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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.
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