Chad Hart, Iowa State Univ. Ag. Economist, told us earlier this year, he believes the drought has already damaged the wheat crop beyond repair. His price predictions were made prior to February storms that brought much need moisture to the High Plains. OPEN: “Despite recent storms…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:55

The forms were due Feb. 4, however, Will Hundle, USDA’s Oklahoma Ag. Statician, says producers can still send in the forms. The information is vital for future programs. OPEN: “Will Hundle and his staff…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:55

Dr. Chris Ashworth, a veterinarian and chairman of the board of directors for the Animal Ag Alliance, recently told an OSU animal science class the truth about animal products. OPEN: “As chairman of the board…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:04

Wes Jamison, Palm Beach (Fla.) Atlantic University, and outspoken proponent of animal agriculture, says we need to do a better job of explaining the production process. OPEN: “I think that is a…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:58

To celebrate National Food Check-Out Week, the OFB Women’s Committee donated $3,000 to the Ronald McDonald Houses in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. OPEN: (nat sound of grocery scanner) “The scanner at…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:07

State Rep. Dale DeWitt, Chairman of the House Agriculture and Wildlife Committee, explains legislation he co-authored with Rep. Don Armes, to ease drought damages. OPEN: “Legislation to help…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:55

U.S. Rep. Frank Lucas, R-OK, received the American Farm Bureau Golden Plow award Feb.18. AFBF President Bob Stallman presented the award in Oklahoma City. OPEN: “U.S. Rep….” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:05

U.S. Beef Exports Set New Record Highs

State Rep. Joe Dorman was among five Oklahoma legislators to receive OFB’s prestigious Meritorious Service award Feb. 18. OPEN: “Five Oklahoma …” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:43