Randy Ritchie operates a custom poultry spreading business near Stilwell in eastern Oklahoma. He uses high-tech GPS and soil analysis to apply litter in proper amounts. He says it’s nature’s best fertilizer. OPEN: “When he is not…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:44
THE BEEF REPORT WITH HEATHER BUCKMASTER
SEN. INHOFE EXPLAINS TO COMMITTEE WHY CLIMATE BILL IS BAD
U.S. Senator Jim Inhofe completed three days of hearings on the climate change bill accompanied by an OFB hat that asked Congress not to “Cap our Future.” Inhofe says the bill will increase costs for everyone. OPEN: “Climate change legislation…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00
WHY WILL CLIMATE BILL DEBATE CARRY INTO 2010?
Sen. Inhofe explains debate will continue into because it is so controversial. The U.S. House passed the bill earlier and now it’s the Senate’s turn. After the Senate, the bill goes to a join session for a final vote. OPEN: “Oklahoma farmers and…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:57
HE’S LOSING $400 PER DAY…
When we talked with David Boyer in September, the Muskogee, OK dairyman said he was losing $400 everyday because of low milk prices and low demand. Things have not improved much since then. OPEN: “David Boyer has a…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:55
THIS FAMILY SERIOUSLY CARES FOR THEIR LIVESTOCK
David and LaNell Boyer intimately care for every single one of their 450 Jersey cows, 120 cross-bred cows and 200 sheep. In fact, David even gets slightly emotional when describing his feelings for the animals. OPEN: (Nat sound of calf bawling) “When a calf is born on…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:52
WHY DO THEY CARE ABOUT ANIMALS?
We continue our conversation with David and LaNell Boyer about why they care so deeply for the large number of livestock on their Muskogee, OK farm. It’s a positive story that will make you feel good! OPEN: “You hear so much negative…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00
THE BEEF REPORT WITH HEATHER BUCKMASTER
FALL HARVEST HAS BEEN TERRIBLE, BUT…
Wet, cool weather has slowed the harvest on Charlie Coblentz’s farm near Chouteau in northeast Oklahoma. However, he says the soybeans could yield a record 50 bushels per acre if they can get them harvested soon. OPEN: “In a word…terrible…” CLOSE: “..for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:58
FARMER’S MARKET IS A GOOD EDUCATIONAL TOOL
When Barbara Crain sells her grass-fed beef or yogurt at the Enid Farmer’s Markete, she also gives out educational lessons agriculture, The Goltry famer says the market is good place to meet consumers. OPEN: “The weather is always…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:35
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