For Matt Muller the drought started last fall on his farm near Altus in southwest Oklahoma. Muller and his neighbors are struggling with an “exceptional drought”… the highest category on the U.S. Drought Monitor. OPEN: “10 months…that is how long…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00

Farming with horses is a lot of hard work but Darrell Stamper and his daughter Meg enjoy working with the big draft horses and antique farming equipment on their farm near Luther in central Oklahoma. OPEN: “With 100 degree temperatures…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:52

Darrell Stamper uses draft horses and antique equipment to harvest hay on his farm near Luther, OK. In this 2-part report we use ample natural sound to help tell the story. For video, go to OKFB’s YouTube channel. OPEN: (Nat sound of sickle sections cutting hay) “It’s hot, and it’s…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm […]

As every man knows, grilling a steak is as American as apple pie. Maybe that’s why Bull Outdoor Products partnered with beef producers to sponsor the national BBQ tour. Michael McDearman has the details. OPEN: “Grilling a steak is a…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:53

The Sam’s Club National BBQ Tour stopped in Midwest City, OK July 8-9. Troy Black, tour spokesman, explains the tour and how the public is reacting to the idea of a bunch of adults grilling in a hot parking lot. OPEN: (Nat sound of grilling steaks) “The BBQ grills were…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm […]

In this report, Gail Banzet talks with Raymond Temple, Elmore City, OK, about the impact the drought is having on his cattle. The southern Oklahoma rancher says this is the worst drought he can recall. OPEN: “Oklahoma’s cattlemen are…” CLOSE: “I’m Gail Banzet…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:55

Alan Banzet considers himself lucky to be cutting hay on his farm in northeast Oklahoma. Banzet says scattered showers have been enough to allow for a decent hay crop but the drought is expanding into his area. OPEN: (nat sound of tractor) “Despite the heat…” CLOSE: “I’m Gail Banzet…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:04

Drew McNatt competes on the Sam’s Club National BBQ Tour and he explains why he travels around the country smoking beef, chicken and pork. The Arkansas resident says it is fun and can be profitable. OPEN: “Drew McNatt spends a…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:45