2014 BQA winners announced…

Gino Hodges believes current rules for flying drones in the U.S. are preventing drones from reaching full potential as an efficient tool for agriculture. OPEN: “Gino Hodges would like to…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:50

Unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) are becoming popular in rural areas. Gino Hodges, Choctaw, Okla., explains how drones can benefit farmers. OPEN: (nat sound of drone) “The steady hum of…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59

After this past year’s challenges, many Oklahoma canola producers may want to grow a different crop. Ryan Pederson, U.S. Canola Assoc., says “don’t give up.” OPEN: “Southern High Plains farmers growing…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59

Dairy farmers want students to begin each day with a serving of milk or yogurt. Susan Allen, Dairy Max, explains the organization’s “breakfast in the classroom” program. OPEN: “Dairy is amazing…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:10

During the recent Ag in the Classroom summer conference, the OKFB Women’s Leadership Team, lead by Kitty Beavers, demonstrated a new tool for teachers. OPEN: (nat sound of Kitty talking to teachers) “Duncan, Okla….” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:51

Beef message goes viral on social media…

If poor attendance at recent canola meetings is any indication, one might think this year’s crop disaster has turned farmers off. Jeff Scott, president of the Great Plains Canola Assoc., says he expects farmers to continue planting canola this fall. OPEN: “Last year, farmers crowded into…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59

Bob Howard has green grass on his ranch near Altus, Okla., for the first time in years. He wants to take advantage of the grass and expand his herd immediately. OPEN: “It’s going to rain…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:57