As the clock ticked towards zero on the 2010 Oklahoma legislative session, OFB’s Lori Peterson said the highlight for agriculture was passage of HB3202…protecting traditional animal husbandry practices. OPEN: “The 2010 Oklahoma…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:44
FEDERAL ESTATE TAX IS MORALLY WRONG
During a press conference May 21 on Curt Robert’s Arcadia, OK farm, U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe said the estate tax law is morally wrong and needs to be changed. Curt says it hurts all people, not just farmers. OPEN: “If a farmer, rancher…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00
DEATH TAX IS A KILLER
Excuse the pun, but for Curt Roberts and his sons, the estate tax, often referred to as the “death” tax, could destroy their family’s plan for the sons to continue farming the land first settled in the 1889 land run. OPEN: “Curt Roberts’ grandfather…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59
CLIMATE CHANGE IS HIS ISSUE!
U.S. Sen. Jim Inhofe of Oklahoma is an outspoken critic of climate change legislation. In this report he explains his opposition to the Kerry-Lieberman climate change bill and EPA’s attempt to go around Congress. OPEN: “This is my issue…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:53
HE WANTS TO COVER EVERYBODY’S BUNS!
Jimmy Wayne Kinder is growing sesame seed this spring on his farm near Walters, OK. These are the same seeds you will find on a typical hamburger bun. Kinder says it is a good alternative crop. OPEN: “When you order a hamburger…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:02
THE BEEF REPORT WITH HEATHER BUCKMASTER
Focus on Ag
SOYBEAN CROP HOLDS A TON ON POTENTIAL
The prospects for a good, profitable soybean crop are looking good for Greg Leonard. He will soon begin planting more than 2,000 acres of soybeans. He says everybody is planting soybeans because of higher prices. OPEN: “This is the time of year…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:40
HE WANTS BIO FUELS TAX CREDIT REINSTATED
Congress is currently debating renewing the blenders tax credit for bio fuels that expired Dec. 31, 2009. That is good news for soybean producers, says Greg Leonard. He expects the credit to boost soybean prices. OPEN: “The Obama administration supports…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59
HE’S CONCERNED ABOUT FUNDING FOR CONSERVATION DISTRICTS
Rural landowners looking for technical help to protect land from erosion and improve water quality could be waiting awhile, says Gene Schmidt, National Association of Conservation Districts. There’s no money. OPEN: “One of the best things…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:03
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