As the 2011 Oklahoma legislative session wraps up, OFB’s Tyler Norvell reviews legislation that is “farmer-friendly.” Norvell gives credit to farmers getting involved at the grass roots level. OPEN: “It’s been an outstanding…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:42

OFB’s Tyler Norvell explains three key bills passed by lawmakers that will make life easier for rural and agriculture interest. He adds, the bill capping property taxes at 3 percent will be a state question in 2012. OPEN: “Oklahoma lawmakers passed…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 2:00

According to Scott Heiberger, National Farm Medicine Center, Marshfield, WI, there are fewer children being injured on the farm today. Heiberger credits improved safety training and awareness. OPEN: “Soctt Heiberger has some good…” CLOSE: “….for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:48

Scott Heiberger explains a new, interactive web site that can help rural residents design a safe play area for children. Go to www.marshfieldclinic.org/safeplay/keys and see how this can possibly save lives. OPEN: “When you are 6 years old…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:57

In this report by Gail Banzet, Okarche, OK farmer Richard Alig talks about the land that has been in his family more than 100 years. Alig is featured on the American Farm Bureau Foundation For Ag. web site. OPEN: “Farmer Richard Alig continues…” CLOSE: “I’m Gail Banzet…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:44

But Mason Bolay, Perry, OK, is always optimistic! The young farmer and rancher explains how he maintains a constant, optimistic outlook, despite the many challenges facing agriculture today. OPEN: “Spring rains have…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:49

Mason Bolay has the uncanny ability to ignore droughts, floods and hail storms while acknowledging they pose a significant challenge to his north-central Oklahoma farm. His main concern … input costs. OPEN: “It’s not easy being a…” CLOSE: “…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” TIME: 1:59