It’s possible, says Michael Doane, Monsanto Corp. He explains research Monsanto is working on now that will result in a wheat plant that can thrive during drought condition. OPEN: "How would you like to grow wheat…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:59

When Gene Zelnicek heads to the wheat field, his movements can be compared to a conductor of a symphony orchestra. The Hennessy, Okla. custom harvester manages an 8-person crew and assorted machines. OPEN: "You could almost compare Gene…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:48

There were a few hits and misses but overall, Farm Bureau lobbyist Lori Peterson says, the recently completed Oklahoma legislative session scored a "farmer friendly" rating. OPEN: "Oklahoma farmers and ranchers…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma farm Bureau." TIME: 1:25

Mike Bolay wants to harvest his wheat near Perry, Okla. but Mother Nature won’t cooperate. He’s not complaining…the wet weather is good for his corn and grain sorghum crops. OPEN: "Light drizzle and 62 degrees…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:46

Several days of 100 degree temperatures ripened the wheat, but then a week of damp, gloomy weather slowed combines to a crawl. Steve Feddersen talks about his wheat harvest near El Reno, Okla. OPEN: "Clouds were hanging heavy…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:48

Larry Pittser, OFB’s Safety Director, advises the motoring public to watch for slow moving combines and trucks during this busy harvest season. OPEN: "It’s wheat harvest time in the…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:44

During a "May is Beef Month" campaign, the Oklahoma Beef Council and Oklahoma Blood Institute partnered on a statewide blood donation. It worked great for all parties involved. OPEN: "Donate blood and get a free lunch…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:07

Same story, second verse. When we talked with Matt Muller, Altus, Okla., he was anxious to get started harvesting his wheat, but it was too wet. If the weather cooperates it should take about a week to finish. OPEN: "Matt Muller has 350 acres of wheat…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:04