Luther Markwart, American Sugarbeet Growers Assoc., says 2012 was a good year for sugar production. He says there is more than enough sugar for holiday baking season. OPEN: “We have some good…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:50

Monte Tucker, Sweetwater, Okla., rancher talks about a special Christmas gift. Sorry for the length of today’s show, but I think you will agree…it’s worth the extra time! OPEN: “Today, a special…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 3:34

Tyler Mayer prays everyday that rain will return to the Oklahoma prairie. The Guymon, Okla., young rancher says at least the mild weather is keeping his cow’s feed bill low. OPEN: “Tyler Mayer is grateful…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:44

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Clint Wilcox believes U.S. farmers need access to skilled migrant labor. The Fairview, Okla., farmer made that point during his winning effort for the OFB discussion contest. He will now represent the state at the AFBF convention in January. OPEN: “Agriculture should have…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59

Jonathan Scheffel has been farming near Pryor in northeast Oklahoma for most of his 60 years and the current drought has forced him to make some difficult decisions. OPEN: “It’s tough… real tough…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:45

Former Texas Congressman and House Ag. Committee Chair, Larry Combest, believes it is possible the new farm bill could be rolled into legislation to prevent the fiscal cliff. OPEN: “The new farm bill could be…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00

Simply said, a rain would put money in Mike Clark’s pocket. He has a cattle and poultry business near Poteau in southeast Okla. Clark, like many farmers, is suffering from drought. OPEN: “Mike Clark has a poultry…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:41

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