Garth Ruff

Ohio State University Extension Beef Cattle Field Specialist

[Kenny Burdine @KYCattleEcon]

USDA's Annual Cattle Inventory Report estimated total cattle and calves down 3% from 2022. Jan 1 beef cow inventory was estimated down 3.5%, after a downward revision to 2022 (see chart below). This puts beef cow numbers below 2014 and the lowest since 1962. Source: @usda_nass

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

OSU Beef Team Winter Webinar Series #OSUbeef

[Dr. Smith Lever, Ph.D @ExtensionDean]

When your True Love is an Extender, these are your 12 Days of Christmas!! #12DaysOfChristmas #Christmas #coopext #doesanyonestillusehashtagcoopext

[Casey Bieroth @775_Cattle]

If you choose to “buy local” beef I think that’s great. If you also spread false information about the quality and safety of beef in grocery stores sourced through larger packing facilities, just know that you are hurting the same ranchers you claim to support.

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

Usually don't do this but...@CenturyLink you have major issues. #Terrible customer service, 3 weeks with no internet, 4 hours wasted on the phone with your "technicians" and then to think I'm going to pay a service call fee. I'd switch providers if there were any other options.

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

@Stan263atTOSU I've found if your rain gauge is still in the shop from last winter the morning routine is less stressful. Might put it out come June.

[Stan Smith @Stan263atTOSU]

Pinkeye in Beef Cattle; a look at the frustration it causes, and prevention and treatment options https://t.co/iAVQhg2XJJ

[Kenny Burdine @KYCattleEcon]

The new Cattle Market Notes Weekly examines beef cow culling, which is outpacing last year by a wide margin. Read and subscribe at https://t.co/TPZiVzgUzF

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

Save the date. July 16, 2022. Looking to be a good day in Muskingum County. #beef #farmtour

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

OSU Extension Beef Outlook meet starts in 30 minutes. Not too late to register at https://t.co/jltTmamN8F

[Elizabeth Hawkins @Farm3rsDaught3r]

Here’s a great opportunity to join OSU Extension! If you love working with farmers and helping improve agriculture, this may be the job for you!

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

Check the OSU Extension Beef Team 2022 Virtual Beef School offerings! #beef

[Christine Gelley @NobleCountyAgEd]

Shepherds of all ages, sectors, and regions are invited to attend this event to connect with other shepherds and to continue learning together. In-person and virtual options available! Visit https://t.co/SGos7XvJ5L to register. Sign up by Nov. 19th for best pricing! #sheep #Ohio

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

@Bynjammin Must have got the wool out of your eyes?

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

@Bynjammin Likewise. Where I lived in NW OH it was flat enough you could watch your dog run away for 2 days.

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

Yesterday’s travels - My flatland Ohio friends who think I live in “the south” have never seen this sign. Turn right and 35 miles to Ashland, KY. #740

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

Should be a great program if you’re in the Noble County area.

Before anyone asks-shirt sleeves are optional per the station manager.

[Christine Gelley @NobleCountyAgEd]

Don't miss this great event! Call 740-732-5681

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

@lauradavis2015 The question of the day at my brother’s wedding yesterday. Like a broken record.

[Garth Ruff @GarthRuff]

@andrew_teet I do not know your aunt Sally, but she is excused.

[Kenny Burdine @KYCattleEcon]

Not a pretty picture, but the last 3 weeks have been very telling with respect to the impact of rising corn price on heavy feeders in KY. Source: @USDA_AMS