During a recent visit to Washington, D.C., Dustin Mielke talked with Oklahoma Congressman Dan Boren about the current status of the federal estate tax law. Farm Bureau supports raising the exemption. OPEN: “Of the two things that are…” CLOSE: “I’m Dustin Mielke…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00

Dustin Mielke continues his Washington, D.C. interviews with Oklahoma Congressman Frank Lucas discussing the next farm bill. Lucas says it is likely that direct payments to farmers will be reduced. OPEN: “It’s surprising how short five years…” CLOSE: “I’m Dustin Mielke…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau TIME: 2:06

Chacey Schoeppel, Fairview, OK, has it all planned out…after graduating from OSU with a degree in Ag. Communications, she will get a job with ESPN…and just maybe work in a word or two about agriculture. OPEN: “Chacey Schoeppel thinks…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:46

Retired KSU economist Barry Flinchbaugh now spends much of his time working as chairman of the board for the Farm Foundation. He recently told me the next farm bill will include fewer direct payments to farmers. OPEN: “Barry Flinchbaugh believes…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:01

And farmers better get on board! My former teacher Barry Flinchbaugh believes farm groups need to stop fighting global warming and instead become a major player in shaping the legislation. OPEN: “My old college economics…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:51

A 25-member team of beef producers competed in the April 25 marathon to spread the message about beef and a healthy lifestyle. We talked with several team members prior to the race. OPEN: “I have logged over…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:51

Rural issues are important to Lt. Gov. Jari Askins and that is why she took time to visit with a group of Farm Bureau members gathered in Enid April 22. Enid farmer Joe Peeper said it was “democracy in action.” OPEN: “Late afternoon thunderstorms…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:03