National Survey Shows Producers Support Beef Check Off

Farmers are the same worldwide … they enjoy talking and learning from each other. Such was the case with these two Australians during an Aug. 1 visit to Oklahoma. OPEN: “It was 40 degrees when Ricky…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59

Bill Sawatzky farms near Clinton in southwest Oklahoma and during a luncheon with a group of Australian farmers learned they have many things in common. OPEN: (opens with music) “It is indeed a small…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:48

A group of 50 Australian farmers toured Allen Entz’s farm near Hydro in southwest Oklahoma Aug. 1. Tour leader Bevan Jolly explains the trip. OPEN: (nat sound) “There were a lot of questions…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:58

Ricky Miles’ wheat is in great shape as he looks forward to harvest later this year. He farms in the western Victoria region of Australia where ample rain has fallen this year. OPEN: “Ricky Miles will harvest…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:43

Yes, it is hard to hear that, but the wheat and canola crops in Australia are in good condition due to ample rain. Kevin Ballenger grows wheat in New South Wales. OPEN: “As Oklahoma wheat producers…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59

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