He’s not complaining, but David Gammil would like Santa to bring some sunshine to his Chattanooga, OK farm. The southwest Oklahoma farmer has 2,000 acres of wheat that could use some warm, dry weather. OPEN: "David Gammil would like…" TIME: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:47
Focus On Agriculture
THE BEEF REPORT WITH MICHAEL KELSEY
ALTUS LAKE PROVIDES HUGE ECONOMIC BENEFIT
For more than 55 years water has been flowing from Lake Altus-Lugert onto thirsty farm fields in southwest Oklahoma. Donna Kirby, manager of the irrigation district, says it’s a multi-million dollar economic benefit. OPEN: "In 1946 the taps were opened…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:59
FARMER BRINGS ENCOURAGEMENT AND MUSIC TO COUNTY JAIL INMATES
David Huff enjoys sharing words of encouragement with inmates in the Noble County jail, Perry, OK. Huff farms near Perry and the weekly jail visits are another example of farmers willing to help others. OPEN: "One day each week David Huff…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:44
HOW MANY FARMS ARE THERE IN THE U.S.?
The USDA’s Agriculture Census Bureau asks that question and more every five years. It’s the law! The next survey goes in the mail Dec. 16. Dan Kerestes says farmers should promptly complete the forms. OPEN: "Every five years the U.S…." CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:50
IT’S HARD WORK GROWING A CHRISTMAS TREE FOR THE WHITE HOUSE
Ed Hedlund donated a 18-foot-tall Noble Fir Christmas tree to decorate the White House (and a smaller version for the Bush’s private residence). Hedlund owns a Christmas Tree farm near Elma, Washington. OPEN: "It’s one of the most famous Christmas…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:38
FARMERS WELCOME THE FIRST SNOW STORM OF THE SEASON
Elmer Anglin says snow is always a welcome friend for his 450 acres of wheat southwest of Enid, OK. He notes the crop is in excellent condition and he’s ready to turn cattle out on the wheat. OPEN: "The first major winter storm…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:41
Focus On Agriculture
HIS WHEAT IS IN GREAT CONDITION
Keeff Felty has just finished planting the last of his 3,000 acres of wheat near Altus in southwest Oklahoma. So far, he likes what he sees from the tractor seat! The Oklahoma wheat crop is 70% good to excllent. OPEN: "As he plans the last of…." CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:23
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