Oklahoma Farm Bureau has announced the organization’s 2025 priority issues ahead of Oklahoma’s 2025 legislative session. These priority issues, designed to guide the work of Farm Bureau members and staff at the state Capitol, focus on several areas, including private property rights, water policy, production agriculture, education and extension. The following encompass the organization’s legislative priorities for the coming year: Protect private property rights Reclaim state jurisdiction over areas currently regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and the U.S. Department of Energy that legally can be Protect private property owners from illegal use of eminent domain Support reforms to […]
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Encourage a YES vote on a one-year farm bill extension and disaster relief
A continuing resolution has been proposed in Washington, D.C., that would allow a one-year extension of the farm bill and provide additional disaster relief. Congressman Frank Lucas and Congressman Tom Cole have worked diligently to support this resolution, and Oklahoma Farm Bureau is thankful for their efforts. “Oklahoma Farm Bureau members are grateful for Congressmen Lucas and Cole and their hard work and advocacy on a continuing resolution that would ensure a farm bill extension with added economic assistance and disaster relief,” said OKFB President Rodd Moesel. “We appreciate their tireless efforts to work on behalf of farmers and ranchers […]
Thousands of farmers could unknowingly face federal fines or jail time
The following article is from the American Farm Bureau Federation. Time is running out for thousands of farmers who may face steep fines and possible jail time for failing to file their businesses with the federal government. Jan. 1, 2025, is the deadline to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) with the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). New analysis in a Market Intel by American Farm Bureau Federation economists shows more than 230,000 farms are required to file, but government data indicates less than 11% of all eligible businesses nationwide have done so. The Corporate Transparency Act of 2021 required businesses […]
Animal disease traceability rule changes: what producers need to know
November 5, 2024, marked the implementation date for the updated federal animal disease traceability regulations requiring electronic identification tags in certain classes of cattle and bison crossing state lines. The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service implemented the new rule to better pinpoint and respond to animal disease outbreaks in hopes to limit both the spread of disease and the economic impacts of disease on livestock producers. It is important for producers to know that the classes of cattle required to be identified have not changed. The rule applies to all dairy cattle, sexually intact […]
Oklahoma Grassroots Rural and Ag Business Accelerators program launches rural development masterclass series
The Oklahoma Grassroots Rural and Ag Business Accelerators program has announced the launch of In the Weeds, a rural development masterclass program for entrepreneurs and business owners across Oklahoma. In the Weeds is designed for rural entrepreneurs looking to hone and refine their businesses, their innovation pitches and learn more about the numerous Oklahoma-based business resources at their fingertips. “The Oklahoma Grassroots Rural and Ag Business Accelerators program is honored to be one of the U.S. Treasury’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Technical Assistance providers,” said Amarie Bartel, OKFB rural economic development coordinator. “Through this program, our team is […]
Cotton County Farm Bureau member appointed to USDA agricultural air quality research task force
Cotton County Farm Bureau member Jimmy Kinder has been appointed to serve on the USDA’s Task Force on Agricultural Air Quality Research. The task force promotes USDA research efforts and identifies cost-effective ways to improve air quality throughout agricultural production. Kinder farms and ranches in Cotton County with his wife Margaret Ann. He previously served as the Oklahoma Farm Bureau District 4 director and is currently the vice president of Cotton County Farm Bureau. Aside from his roles at Farm Bureau, Kinder has served as a member of the Soil Health Institute, Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality board, Cotton County […]
OKFB hosts successful 83rd annual meeting
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members from across the state gathered Nov. 8-10 at the Omni Hotel in Oklahoma City for the organization’s 83rd annual meeting where they elected new leaders, set organizational policy for the coming year, recognized outstanding members and learned from speakers. “We had a really wonderful convention this year,” said OKFB President Rodd Moesel. “Everybody enjoyed the chance to fellowship and visit with one another and address the issues of the day during the resolutions sessions. A lot of times in agriculture, we are out on the farm or ranch and don’t get to see each other as […]
Lucas honored with Distinguished Service to OKFB Award
Congressman Frank Lucas was recognized with the Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau Award on Saturday, Nov. 9, during the organization’s 83rd annual meeting in Oklahoma City. The award honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to agriculture and the Farm Bureau organization. Lucas is a fifth-generation Oklahoman and farmer who has been a defender of agriculture for more than 40 years. “Farm Bureau is a large family, and we operate like that in all 77 county organizations,” Lucas said. “I represent 32 counties in Congress – people I depend on, people who are responsible. When your family pays you […]
OKFB members elect board members, committee leaders at 2024 annual meeting
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members elected and re-elected several leaders during the organization’s 83rd annual meeting Nov. 8-10 in Oklahoma City. Board of directors Jimmy Taylor of Roger Mills County was elected to serve as the new District 2 director, filling the seat of retiring director Monte Tucker. He will serve a three-year term representing Beckham, Custer, Greer, Harmon, Kiowa, Jackson, Roger Mills, Tillman and Washita counties. Gary Crawley of Pittsburg County will return to the OKFB board of directors after being elected to serve a three-year term as the new District 5 director. He will represent Atoka, Bryan, Choctaw, Haskell, […]
Comanche County named top county Farm Bureau
Comanche County Farm Bureau was presented with the 2024 Oklahoma Farm Bureau John I. Taylor Award on Saturday, Nov. 9, during the organization’s 83rd annual meeting in Oklahoma City. Named after OKFB’s first president, the award serves as the organization’s highest county honor, recognizing the county Farm Bureau with the most effective programs and activities. Comanche County was honored for excelling in the program areas of public policy, service to members, public relations, membership, Women’s Leadership Committee and Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee. “The opportunity for our county to win this award means a lot to us,” said Isaac Fisher, […]
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