NEBRASKA CATTLE ON FEED UP 8 PERCENT
Nebraska feedlots, with capacities of 1,000 or more head, contained 2.53 million cattle on feed on June 1, according to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service. This inventory was up 8 percent from last year. Placements during May totaled 465,000 head, up 4 percent from 2017. Fed cattle marketings for the month of May totaled 570,000 head, up 8 percent from last year. Other disappearance during May totaled 25,000 head, up 10,000 head from last year.
IOWA CATTLE ON FEED UP 6%
Cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in Iowa feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 720,000 head on June 1, 2018, according to the latest USDA, National Agricultural Statistics Service – Cattle on Feed report. This was down 1 percent from May 1, 2018, but up 6 percent from June 1, 2017. Iowa feedlots with a capacity of less than 1,000 head had 530,000 head on feed, down 5 percent from last month and down 4 percent from last year. Cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in all Iowa feedlots totaled 1,250,000 head, down 3 percent from last month but up 2 percent from last year.
Placements of cattle and calves in Iowa feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more head during May totaled 80,000 head, unchanged from last month but down 6 percent from last year. Feedlots with a capacity of less than 1,000 head placed 27,000 head, down 21 percent from last month and down 23 percent from last year. Placements for all feedlots in Iowa totaled 107,000 head, down 6 percent from last month and down 11 percent from last year.
Marketings of fed cattle from Iowa feedlots with a capacity of 1,000 or more head during May totaled 87,000 head, unchanged from last month but up 6 percent from last year. Feedlots with a capacity of less than 1,000 head marketed 50,000 head, up 6 percent from last month but down 28 percent from last year. Marketings for all feedlots in Iowa were 137,000 head, up 2 percent from last month but down 9 percent from last year. Other disappearance from all feedlots in Iowa totaled 5,000 head.
United States Cattle on Feed Up 4 Percent
Cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the United States for feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head totaled 11.6 million head on June 1, 2018. The inventory was 4 percent above June 1, 2017. This is the highest June 1 inventory since the series began in 1996.
By State (1,000 head - % June 1 '17
Colorado ...: 950 98
Iowa .........: 720 106
Kansas ......: 2,320 102
Nebraska ..: 2,530 108
Texas ........: 2,730 103
Placements in feedlots during May totaled 2.12 million head, slightly above 2017. Net placements were 2.05 million head. During May, placements of cattle and calves weighing less than 600 pounds were 445,000 head, 600-699 pounds were 340,000 head, 700-799 pounds were 480,000 head, 800-899 pounds were 524,000 head, 900-999 pounds were 235,000 head, and 1,000 pounds and greater were 100,000 head.
By State (1,000 head - % May '17)
Colorado ...: 170 106
Iowa .........: 80 94
Kansas ......: 480 109
Nebraska ..: 465 104
Texas ........: 570 89
Marketings of fed cattle during May totaled 2.06 million head, 5 percent above 2017. Other disappearance totaled 73,000 head during May, 4 percent above 2017.
By State (1,000 head - % May '17)
Colorado ...: 150 107
Iowa .........: 87 106
Kansas ......: 440 101
Nebraska ..: 570 108
Texas ........: 460 105
Saunders County Livestock Association Twilight Tour
Mon Jun 25th 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Saunders County, NE
Start at 5:00 p.m. – SHARP
Stop 1: Rocket Mobility, 201 Moravia Street, Prague, NE 68050. Owner: Andy Havlovic. Andy will give a presentation on his business of manufacturing all-terrain wheel chairs.
Stop 2: Creal Hops, 2945 County Road S, Prague. Owners: Sam & Jessica Creal. Sam will talk about their hops growing operation.
Stop 3: B-Gee Angus, 2491 Road 46-1/2, Linwood. Owners: Brian & Cliff Goff. Brian & Cliff will talk about their Purebred Angus Seedstock & Farming Operation.
Stop 4: Steel Creation, 211 Ann Street, Morse Bluff. Owner: Dan Minarick. Dan will talk about his manufacturing business.
Stop 5: Bohemian Lumber Jack Co., North Ann Street (Near old grain elevator), Morse Bluff. Owner: Colt Spence. Colt will talk about his lumber jack business cutting lumber into post, boards, as well as fireplace mantles and etc.
Stop 6: Jerry & Barb Soukup, 2452 County Road Y, Morse Bluff. Jerry has a new shop building & is hosting the last stop for the evening meal and refreshments. Thanks Jerry & Barb.
They certainly want to thank all the Hosts at the various stops for sharing their time and giving an opportunity to see their operations. Also, sponsors for the evening are Hard Steel Building, Rep. Mary Beth Clark. It should be an educational and enjoyable evening. Hope to see you there!
2018 Nebraska Cattlemen Road Trip Continues....
Monday, July 23
- McCook - Meal at 12:30 pm Meeting 1:00 pm - Coppermill Steakhouse, 1 Coppermill St.
- North Platte - Meal at 7pm Meeting at 7:30pm -Holiday Inn Express Conference Center
Tuesday, July 24
- St. Paul - Meal at 12:30 pm Meeting 1:00 pm - Twin Loups Quality Meats, 805 Howard Ave.
- Raymond - Meal at 7:00 pm Meeting at 7:30 pm - Settje Agri Services & Engineering, 15460 NW 48th
Wednesday, July 25
Tecumseh - Meal at 7:00 pm Meeting at 7:30 pm - Hartmann Cattle Company, 61878 732 Rd
Wet Conditions Providing New Challenges to Cattle Producers
Recent rains and flooding have cattle producers dealing with flooded pastures, water-logged facilities and manure management challenges.
“One of the first things to check is structural strength of the livestock buildings, electrical equipment and safety of the water systems,” said Beth Doran, beef specialist for Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. “The potential for flooded or spilled pesticides, fuel or oil spills and flooded grain bins should also be monitored.”
Doran said taking care of animals is a priority.
“Moving cattle to drier areas is critical as wet feet can lead to foot rot and lameness. Producers will also want to watch for other signs of health issues and make sure their vaccination programs are current, since soil and water-borne diseases can be present for months following flooding,” Doran said. “There also is the potential for grazing animals to swallow storm debris, such as nails and staples. Consequently, cattle should be monitored for hardware disease.”
Pasture management is critical. Remove any debris and return cattle to the pasture when the ground is dry and solid. Returning cattle too soon will trample the pasture and damage plants. If areas of the pasture are eroded or silt- or sand-covered, reseeding may be necessary.
“For feedlots, another issue is manure containment structures that are full or possibly over-topping. Producers need to make sure the manure does not reach a water of the state, such as ditches, creeks or rivers,“ she said.
This may mean transferring manure to an alternative structure or releasing to a vegetative area, such as a hay field. If this is not possible, contact regional staff at the Iowa Department of Natural Resources to discuss emergency measures.
“There is little doubt that people who experience flooding are affected financially,” Doran said. “Fortunately, there are a couple of disaster assistance programs for cattle producers.”
Livestock producers with livestock or feed losses should contact their local United States Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency to determine if they qualify, and what documentation and certification is required when applying for indemnification or assistance.
For more flooding information, the Iowa Beef Center and Iowa State University are addressing producer concerns in multiple ways with online resources available at www.iowabeefcenter.org and www.extension.iastate.edu/disasterrecovery/flooding.
CropLife America Applauds Leadership on Passage of House Farm Bill
CropLife America (CLA) commends the leadership of House Agriculture Committee Chairman Mike Conaway and Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research Chairman Rodney Davis for their leadership on the passage of the H.R. 2, more commonly known as the 2018 Farm Bill. The House passed H.R. 2 by a vote of 213 to 211, late yesterday.
“We appreciate the work done by Chairman Conaway and Subcommittee Chairman Davis to move this important piece of legislation forward,” said Jay Vroom, CLA president and CEO. “Both the House and Senate versions of the Farm Bill address important issues facing U.S. farmers and consumers, and by moving the process forward, we hope to see the Farm Bill on the President’s desk prior to the expiration of the current legislation. This is only one of many steps and we look forward to working with both the House and the Senate to deliver the 2018 Farm Bill.”
“The House Farm Bill contains important FIFRA policy language that will provide American agriculture and public health interests with greater certainty regarding vital inputs while ensuring the protection of human health and the environment,” said Beau Greenwood, executive vice president of government relations and public affairs. “We look forward to working with the Congress to build the necessary and sufficient support to enact a Farm Bill that contains this crucial language.”
NFU Disappointed by House Farm Bill Passage
The U.S. House of Representatives today approved its version of the 2018 Farm Bill by a vote of 213 to 211.
National Farmers Union (NFU), a family farm organization who stood in opposition to the current form of the bill, is calling for continued improvement of the bill throughout the conference committee process that will occur should the U.S. Senate approve its version of the farm bill.
NFU President Roger Johnson issued the following statement in response to the vote:
“Farmers Union is disappointed by many components of the House’s version of the 2018 Farm Bill. Family farmers and consumers alike require strong safety nets, farm sustainability measures, and accessible markets. The need is especially pronounced as farmers struggle amidst a prolonged downturn in the farm economy and significant market volatility as a result of tensions with international trading partners. We stand ready to work with members of Congress throughout the conference process to improve this legislation to meet the needs of family farmers and our food system.”
NAWG Joins More than 638 Organizations Urging Senators to Oppose Cuts to the Farm Bill’s Crop Insurance Program
Today, NAWG, along with many state wheat grower organizations, sent a letter from more than 638 organizations to the Senate urging them to oppose the introduction of harmful crop insurance amendments as the Farm Bill moves to the floor.
“In the letter, NAWG states its opposition to harmful amendments that would reduce or limit participation in crop insurance; make insurance more expensive for farmers during a time of economic downturn in agriculture; or harm private-sector delivery.
“NAWG reminds Senators that crop insurance policies are available for more than 120 individual crops across the country, in all regions and for all types of farms. The program is actuarially sound and must not be limited but rather maintain a large and diverse risk pool to make premiums affordable.
“Crop insurance is a successful public-private partnership, and unlike other farm programs or ad hoc disaster assistance that is 100% paid for by the taxpayer, crop insurance losses are shared by farmers, private sector companies, and the government.
“Farmers are faced with a volatile trade environment which has perpetuated an extended economic downturn, resulting in an expected drop of 21 percent in net cash farm income this year compared to last year. Farmers need continued access to strong and effective risk management tools. As the 2018 Farm Bill moves to the floor, NAWG urges Senators to support America’s farmers, ranchers, rural economies, and national security by opposing amendments that would harm crop insurance.”
USDA Cold Storage May 2018 Highlights
Total red meat supplies in freezers on May 31, 2018 were down 2 percent from the previous month but up 9 percent from last year. Total pounds of beef in freezers were down 1 percent from the previous month but up 13 percent from last year. Frozen pork supplies were down 2 percent from the previous month but up 6 percent from last year. Stocks of pork bellies were down 5 percent from last month but up 94 percent from last year.
Total frozen poultry supplies on May 31, 2018 were up 4 percent from the previous month and up 7 percent from a year ago. Total stocks of chicken were up 1 percent from the previous month and up 12 percent from last year. Total pounds of turkey in freezers were up 8 percent from last month and up 1 percent from May 31, 2017.
Total natural cheese stocks in refrigerated warehouses on May 31, 2018 were up 3 percent from the previous month and up 6 percent from May 31, 2017. Butter stocks were up 10 percent from last month and up 8 percent from a year ago.
Total frozen fruit stocks were down 5 percent from last month and down 23 percent from a year ago. Total frozen vegetable stocks were down 8 percent from last month and down 6 percent from a year ago.
NEBRASKA CHICKEN AND EGGS
All layers in Nebraska during May 2018 totaled 7.79 million, down from 8.11 million the previous year, according to the USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service. Nebraska egg production during May totaled 201 million eggs, down from 203 million in 2017. May egg production per 100 layers was 2,583 eggs, compared to 2,499 eggs in 2017.
IOWA CHICKEN & EGG REPORT
Iowa egg production during May 2018 was 1.39 billion eggs, up 4 percent from last month and up 3 percent from last year, according to the latest Chickens and Eggs report from the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service.
The average number of all layers on hand during May 2018 was 57.5 million, up 1 percent from last month and up 6 percent from last year. Eggs per 100 layers for May were 2,411, up 4 percent from last month but down 3 percent from last year.
May Egg Production Up 2 Percent
United States egg production totaled 9.12 billion during May 2018, up 2 percent from last year. Production included 7.93 billion table eggs, and 1.19 billion hatching eggs, of which 1.11 billion were broiler-type and 81.2 million were egg-type. The average number of layers during May 2018 totaled 386 million, up 3 percent from last year. May egg production per 100 layers was 2,361 eggs, down 1 percent from May 2017.
All layers in the United States on June 1, 2018 totaled 386 million, up 4 percent from last year. The 386 million layers consisted of 323 million layers producing table or market type eggs, 59.4 million layers producing broiler-type hatching eggs, and 3.38 million layers producing egg-type hatching eggs. Rate of lay per day on June 1, 2018, averaged 76.4 eggs per 100 layers, down 1 percent from June 1, 2017.
Egg-Type Chicks Hatched Up 12 Percent
Egg-type chicks hatched during May 2018 totaled 60.1 million, up 12 percent from May 2017. Eggs in incubators totaled 50.5 million on June 1, 2018, up 8 percent from a year ago.
Domestic placements of egg-type pullet chicks for future hatchery supply flocks by leading breeders totaled 199 thousand during May 2018, down 33 percent from May 2017.
Broiler-Type Chicks Hatched Up 2 Percent
Broiler-type chicks hatched during May 2018 totaled 839 million, up 2 percent from May 2017. Eggs in incubators totaled 700 million on June 1, 2018, up 4 percent from a year ago.
Leading breeders placed 8.30 million broiler-type pullet chicks for future domestic hatchery supply flocks during May 2018, up 2 percent from May 2017.
American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Engages Education Leaders with the Beef Industry
The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff, recently hosted three On the Farm professional development events for leaders in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), as well as health education. Events were designed to introduce educators from primarily urban areas to the beef industry in Fort Worth, Texas; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and Portland, Oregon.
The Foundation worked closely with state Beef Councils, state Farm Bureaus and state Agriculture in the Classroom leaders to coordinate the events, bringing a national influencer audience to each state.
“Interest in On The Farm educational events continues to grow, as participants share information about this tremendous learning opportunity with their colleagues and communities,” said Christy Lilja, executive director of the Foundation. This is the second year the Foundation has offered On the Farm educational events for educators. Nearly 350 applications were received for 40 spots in Fort Worth, 30 spots in Philadelphia and 40 spots in Portland.
In Texas, education leaders engaged in a hands-on learning experience at Burgundy Pasture Beef; worked closely with Dr. Guy Ellis, technical services veterinarian for Merck Animal Health; and toured the Cattle Raisers Museum and the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo grounds with CEO Stefan Marchman. Educators discovered the science, technology and engineering practices applied in meat processing at a tour of Standard Meat, experienced a one-on-one demonstration of animal handling with Dr. Ron Gill and learned the art and science of beef preparation with Chef Mike Erickson and the Texas Beef Council.
Pennsylvania Secretary of Agriculture Russell Redding kicked off the Philadelphia event for health educators with opening comments. Educators toured Herr Angus Farm, engaged in hands-on learning at the U-Penn Vet School’s New Bolton Center and gained valuable insight from a registered dietitian panel that included the New York Beef Council’s Cindy Chan Phillips. Educators toured Smuckers Meat and Masonic Village Farm, followed by a beef culinary experience with Chef Dan D’Angelo at the Art Institute of Philadelphia.
In Oregon, education leaders toured Threemile Canyon Farms and Beef Northwest Feedyard, where they discovered technology and sustainability concepts in action. Livestock and Natural Resources Extension Agent Leticia Henderson provided hands-on training in GPS mapping for rangeland management and veterinarian Dr. Todd Tibbits discussed contemporary challenges in animal health and care. Agriculture Educator and FFA Advisor J.D. Cant gave participants a cattle artificial insemination demonstration. Educators vaccinated and branded calves and handled feedstuffs at Symons Beef Company. The event wrapped up with a beef culinary experience hosted by Oregon Beef Council Chef of the Year Jason Stoller Smith.
The Beef Checkoff Program funded development of the On The Farm training and supporting resources. The Beef Checkoff Program was established as part of the 1985 farm bill. The checkoff assesses $1 per head on the sale of live domestic and imported cattle, in addition to a comparable assessment on imported beef and beef products. In states with qualified beef councils, states may retain up to 50 cents of the dollar and forward the other 50 cents per head to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, which administers the national checkoff program, subject to USDA approval.
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