What are the Market Implications of the Ukrainian Grain Export Deal?

The Ukrainian Grain Export Deal

A grain export deal was finally signed by Ukraine, Turkey, Russia, and the United Nations (UN) on July 22 (USDA, Foreign Agricultural Service, Grain: World Markets and Trade, August 2022).  With much media fanfare, the first shipment of Ukrainian corn left the Bosphorus strait and headed for Lebanon on August 3 (Financial Times, August 3, 2022).  The agreement, set to last for 120 days with potential for renewal, provides for the safe passage and inspection of grains from three Ukrainian ports on the Black Sea – Odesa, Chornomorsk, and Pyvdenny – shipments following a route to Turkish ports approved by the Russian navy, with an agreed 10 nautical mile buffer zone (Reuters, August 8, 2022).  The movement of grain will be monitored from a center in Istanbul, and before their return to Ukraine, vessels will be jointly inspected by teams from Russia, Ukraine, Turkey, and the UN to ensure they carry no weapons (New York Times, August 1, 2022).

The “letter of intent” for solar and wind energy development: considerations for landowners

Solar and wind energy development is thriving in Ohio, and most of that development will occur on leased farmland.  Programs in the newly enacted federal Inflation Reduction Act might amplify renewable energy development even more. The decision to lease land for wind and solar development is an important one for a farmland owner, and one […]

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Livestock News

Beef Cattle

Four new articles have been posted in this week’s issue number 1309 of the Ohio BEEF Cattle letter: http://u.osu.edu/beef/

Annual weeds in the pasture – especially cocklebur – seem to be more problematic this year than ever. This week Chris Penrose discusses cocklebur control in the pasture.

Articles this week include:

  • Controlling Cocklebur in Pasture Can Be A Challenge
  • Cattle Handling and Stockmanship Influence on Animal Performance
  • Feeder Cattle Prices Gaining Strength
  • Tensions Surrounding Chinese Beef Exports

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Landowner crop lease termination deadline is September 1

September 1 is fast approaching, and this year it’s an especially important date for landowners leasing cropland under an existing lease that doesn’t address when or how the lease terminates.  In those situations, September 1 is the new deadline established in Ohio law for a landowner to notify a tenant that the landowner wants to terminate the lease.  If the landowner does not provide notice by September 1, the lease continues for another lease term. Read more of this post

OSU Income Tax Schools 2022- Two-Day Tax Schools for Tax Practitioners & Agricultural & Natural Resources Income Tax Issues Webinar

Tax provisions related to new legislation as well as continued discussion related to COVID-related legislation for both individuals and businesses are among the topics to be discussed during the upcoming OSU Income Tax Schools offered throughout Ohio in October, November, and December.

The annual series is designed to help tax preparers learn about federal tax law changes and updates for this year as well as learn more about issues they may encounter when filing individual and small business 2022 tax returns.

Kitchen Table Conversations at the Farm Science Review

Ohio State University (OSU) Extension’s Ohio Women in Agriculture Program announces opportunities to Learn, Grow, Connect, Inspire and Empower at the 2022 Farm Science Review!

Some of the best conversations and discussions have occurred around the family kitchen table. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage, lunch, or snack and join us from our kitchen table or yours to engage in conversations in-person or “virtually” on September 20, 21, and 22, 2022 for “Kitchen Table Conversations” hosted by the Ohio Women in Agriculture of Ohio State University Extension.

These sessions are offered during the Farm Science Review daily from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM. In-person sessions will be located on the north side of the Firebaugh Building at 384 Friday Avenue at our kitchen table. ZOOM session registration is required to participate. Register @ https://go.osu.edu/2022fsrkitchentableconversation

Programs will focus on key topics related to health, marketing, finance, legal, and production for women in agriculture.  Each topic will feature a leading expert and moderators to generate dialogue and empower discussion among participants.  A list of daily topics and leaders is provided below.

TUESDAY

When Death Happens- Managing the Farm Without Your Business Partner

Death can change everything, especially your ability to manage the farm without your business partner.  How can you better prepare to manage your farm business without your spouse or sibling?  Learn some strategies that can help you plan for the challenge of managing a farm alone.

SPEAKER: David Marrison, OSU Extension Educator, Coshocton County

WEDNESDAY

Female Farmer Financing Options: Opportunities with USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) Loans

Come participate in this kitchen table conversation on how you can find unique farmland financing options for females, veterans, and minority farmers. Learn a little bit more about the requirements, normal rates, and roles.

SPEAKER: Eric Richer, OSU Extension Educator, Fulton County

THURSDAY

The Devil is in the Details: Communication and Record Keeping for Improving Farm Management

Family farms are only as good as their communication.  A record-keeping system is a valuable form of communication when the level of detail fits the needs of the farm decision-makers.  Useful record keeping can move a farm management team beyond the basic tax return to exploring problem-solving and strengthening the family farm business.

SPEAKER: Bruce Clevenger, OSU Extension Educator, Defiance County

Your host for the event will be Extension Professionals of the OSU Extension Ohio Women in Agriculture Team. Visit our display inside the Firebaugh Building for additional women in agriculture opportunities.

For more information: Gigi Neal, neal.331@osu.edu, 513-732-7070 or Heather Neikirk, neikirk.2@osu.edu, 234-348-6145

Blog site: u.osu.edu/ohwomeninag

A Day in the Woods Program

Our next A DAY in the WOODS program “A Night in the Forest: Nocturnal wildlife and night skies” will be offered at the Vinton Furnace State Forest on Friday, September 9th.  The program begins at 6:30 PM with a light evening meal and ends at approximately 10 PM.

Registration information and details about this program can be found at: A Night in the Forest: Nocturnal wildlife and night skies    

Information about our remaining A DAY in the WOODS programs for 2022 can be found at: u.osu.edu/seohiowoods/brochure

Livestock News

Beef Cattle

Five new articles have been posted in this week’s issue number 1308 of the Ohio BEEF Cattle letter: http://u.osu.edu/beef/

eBarns is hot off the press . . . if you want to review some of the research projects we’ve been involved with in recent months, check it out in this week’s BEEF Cattle letter.

Articles this week include:

    • Asian Longhorned Tick found in Morgan County
    • eBarns – Putting Data in Producers’ Hands
    • Be Prepared for More Open Cows
    • Lighter Cattle Drive Increased Feedlot Placements During July
    • Weekly Livestock Comments for August 19, 2022

Small Ruminant