Bob Stallman, American Farm Bureau President, says we can meet those needs while being mindful of the environment and property rights as the U.S. searches for energy sources. OPEN: "Gas consumption has dropped a few…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:03

Oklahoma State University economist Darrell Peel doesn’t forsee a speedy end to the currently high food prices consumers are seeing at the grocery store. OPEN: "Oh, I don’t think…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:54

It’s hard to complain about the current condition of the soybean crop in northeastern Oklahoma. Charlie Coblentz says good summer moisture boosted yield potential. OPEN: "Timely rains have been the key…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:53

Marvin Wyatt of Comanche County says dry conditions in summer, mixed with unpredictable rainfall, will probably lead to an average cotton crop, if conditions stay favorable. OPEN: "To describe the moisture…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:00

Kids and animals together can be both cute and educational. Melinda Bowman explains the Payne County, Okla., bucket calf program and how it teaches more than just responsible animal care. OPEN: "Learning about animal agriculture…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:00

The growing conditions in the Midwest have improved since the wet start of the growing season. OSU economist Darrell Peel explains what conditions could take pressure off the livestock sector. OPEN: "The growing season got off to a rocky start…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:34

Oklahoma State University economist Darrell Peel says cattle numbers will continue to be reduced through this year – and that means good prices. OPEN: "There are fewer cattle of today’s farms…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:43

It’s time once again for farmers to turn their attention and their tractors to the task of planting the staple of Oklahoma’s cereal grains. Mason Bolay of Perry, Okla., says conditions are pretty good. OPEN: "Driving around northern Oklahoma…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 2:00

Combines are rolling in the fields once again in north central Oklahoma. Perry-area farmer Scott Dvorak’s yields and quality are both looking good. OPEN: "It’s harvest time in north central…" CLOSE: "…for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau." TIME: 1:56