Maybe Chad Budy should stop looking for rain. It’s causing him to squint! That Alva farmer is struggling to survive in the middle of the driest place in the High Plains right now. His soil looks like fine powder. OPEN: "There are a few more wrinkles…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:36
HE’S NOT VERY OPTIMISTIC ABOUT HIS WHEAT CROP
Chad Budy (boo-dee) is normally an optimistic guy, but the Alva, OK young farmer just shakes his head as he looks at fields he planted earlier this fall and sees nothing but brown dirt. OPEN: "Chad Budy planted 1,800 acres…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:46
TREES FOR TROOPS *air before Dec. 24
Christmas tree farmers have donated almost 12,000 trees to the military. Steve Drake coordinates the donations for the Christmas Spirit Foundation. There is still time to donate money for the Christmas trees. OPEN: "Steve Drake must feel…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:53
Focus On Agriculture
THE BEEF REPORT WITH HEATHER BUCKMASTER
GIVE ME SNOW…BUT NO ICE!
As the first official day of winter approaches (Dec. 21) we ask two Oklahoma farmers what kind of winter weather would you prefer. Steve Kouplen, Beggs, and Jim Freudenberger, Coyle, provide the answers. OPEN: "What kind of weather would you…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:53
HE STRUGGLES THRU SNOW TO CARE FOR LIVESTOCK *By Dustin Mielke
In this report by OFB multi-media producer Dustin Mielke, we learn how rancher Scott Bulling, Orlando, OK, cared for his cattle during the recent snowstorm. Another example of the sacrifices farmers make for us. OPEN: "The snowstorms that recently hit…" CLOSE: "I’m Dustin Mielke…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:44
SHE’S A CHAMPION FOR AGRICULTURE!
Marlene Kisling, like her husband Keith, has labored diligently promoting Oklahoma agriculture. For her efforts she has been given OFB’s Champion award. She says "You can make a difference!" OPEN: "You can make a difference…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:02
KISLING WINS DISTINGUISHED SERVICE TO AG AWARD
The Burlington, OK farmer can now add one more title to his long list of awards and activities. Kisling recently received OFB’s top award because he has dedicated many hours working to advance agriculture. OPEN: "Keith Kisling can trace his…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:01
LAME-DUCK CONGRESS FAILS TO PASS DROUGHT AID BILL
OFB President Steve Kouplen understands why Congress failed to pass drought aid legislation but he wants them to know how serious the need is to get assistance to those who need it the most. OPEN: "Drought-stricken farmers and ranchers…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:59
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