But not much. According to the lastest informal market basket survey by the American Farm Bureau, prices dropped about 1 percent in the last quarter of 2008. Economist Jim Sartwelle explains why. OPEN: "Now here is some good…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:49

Former Beef Backer Award Winner (2005) Scores Big With Beef Promotion Campaign

OSU livestock economist Darrell Peel predicts 2009 will be a rapidly changing year for livestock producers with wide price swings in the market. It could also mean food prices will continue to go up in 2009. OPEN: “Livestock producers better hold on…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:53

Scott Storey’s day job at Oklahoma State University provides him with enough income to pursue his real passion…raising cattle. He recently won Farm Bureau’s Excellence in Agriculture award for young producers. OPEN: “When Scott Storey gets home…” CLOSE: “…. for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:57

Economist Jim Sartwelle is concerned ranchers have sold too many mother cows in recent years, leading to lower beef production in 2009. At the same time, consumer demand could decrease. OPEN: “What happens when you sell…” CLOSE: “…….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:58

American Farm Bureau economist Jim Sartwelle forecasts 2009 to be a year of uncertainty and urges agricultural businessmen to move cautiously, especially if they are considering expansion plans. OPEN: “Farmers and other business…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:40

After a quick glance in the rear-view mirror, OFB President Mike Spradling looks forward and predicts continued market volatility and good demand for agriculture commodities in 2009. OPEN: “If you like the roller coaster…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:58

We recently ask USDA Secretary Ed Schafer what will happen to the agriculture economy in 2009 and what will he do after stepping down from the top agriculture post on January 20. OPEN: "In a few weeks Ed…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:00