Pace Mittlestaedt of the Amber-Pocasset FFA Chapter was named the winner of the 2018 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers High School Discussion Meet held July 17 during the Oklahoma State University Big Three Field Days in Stillwater. The other top four finalists included Rio Bonham of Madill FFA, Cade Jenlink of Timberlake FFA, and Jaycee Shelburne of Durant FFA. “From learning more about agricultural issues to developing key discussion skills, the high school students that participate in this contest walk away with critical skills they’ll use well into the future,” said Brent Haken, OKFB YF&R vice chair. “As […]
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YF&R members gather in southwest Oklahoma for summer conference
Nearly 60 young agriculturalists gathered in southwest Oklahoma to tour local farms and ag-related industries, network with fellow farmers and ranchers, hear from political candidates and more during the 2018 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference held July 13-15 at the Quartz Mountain Resort in Lone Wolf, Oklahoma. Organized and planned by the state YF&R committee, the highlight of the three-day conference was a day-long tour of various agriculture businesses and farms. The group visited Sesaco in Hobart, where all U.S.-grown sesame is cleaned, bagged and shipped around the country and around the world. While in Hobart, members […]
High school students selected for YF&R youth leadership program
Twelve Oklahoma high school students recently were chosen to attend the Oklahoma Youth Leading Agriculture leadership conference to be held July 23-25 in Oklahoma City. The OYLA conference is a three-day annual event hosted by OKFB’s Young Farmers & Ranchers to prepare high school students for a future career in agriculture and to advance youth leadership. The students selected include: Gracie Allen, Rogers County Kyra Bentley, Harper County Rayanne Bowman, Payne County Krista Carroll, Johnston County Gage Clemmer, Comanche County Cade Jenlink, Alfalfa County LaBreska Jones, Tulsa County Bree Kisling, Garfield County Lucas Morrow, Pontotoc County Morgan Nipp, Carter County […]
Join OKFB for annual August Area Meetings
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members are encouraged to gather together during the organization’s annual August Area Meetings held Aug. 6 through Aug. 23 throughout the state. The meetings signify the kickoff of the OKFB grassroots policy development, as well as an opportunity to learn about the latest organizational activities. Plan to attend your district meeting, and make sure to invite your fellow Farm Bureau members, as we continue the great tradition of providing a grassroots voice for agriculture and rural Oklahoma. Below, find the schedule of meetings. District One August 7 | 6 p.m.Big Dan’s, Woodward August 6 | 6 p.m.Hunny’s, […]
OKAgFund expands candidate support in preparation for August runoff
The OKAgFund board met Thursday, June 28, to give an additional $41,250 in financial support to political candidates running in statewide, state Senate and state House races ahead of the August 28 runoff primary election. The OKAgFund is the political action committee of the Oklahoma Farm Bureau. The OKAgFund board, a grassroots committee of OKFB members from around the state, increased financial support for 15 candidates, gave first-time financial support to 18 candidates and gave one new OKAgFund endorsement, building upon the financial support and endorsements awarded in May. The OKAgFund will meet in August to discuss contributions and endorsements […]
OKFB lauds Senate farm bill passage
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Rodd Moesel today issued the following statement following the U.S. Senate’s passage of The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (S. 3042), the 2018 farm bill, by a margin of 86-11. Oklahoma Farm Bureau members today are thankful the Senate understood the urgent need to support those who produce our nation’s food, fiber and fuel. Any further delay in the 2018 farm bill would be a disservice to America’s farmers and ranchers facing a farm economy in crisis. Encompassing crop insurance, farm programs, conservation, research, extension and nutrition, the farm bill serves as a vital tool for […]
Oklahoma primary elections: How to vote with the OKAgFund
Oklahoma voters will head to the polls on Tuesday, June 26 to decide each party’s candidate for the state’s next governor, along with 98 House seats and 20 Senate seats. The OKAgFund, Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s political action committee, met last month to identify candidates that support agriculture and rural Oklahoma. Comprised of OKFB members from across the state, the OKAgFund identifies candidates who demonstrate beliefs and actions that are consistent with OKFB’s policies, regardless of political affiliation. While the OKAgFund contributes financially to several state campaigns, an endorsement is the highest level of support the committee gives to chosen candidates. […]
OKFB praises House passage of 2018 farm bill
The U.S. House of Representatives today passed the 2018 farm bill, also known as the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 (H.R. 2). Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Rodd Moesel issued the following statement in response. “Oklahoma Farm Bureau is pleased the U.S. House has passed the 2018 farm bill, a critical piece of legislation that ensures Oklahoma farmers and ranchers can continue to produce food and fiber for the nation with confidence. “Over the past five years, Oklahoma farmers and ranchers have faced one of the most challenging farm economies in history. Programs within the farm bill bring certainty to […]
OKFB joins opposition to SQ 788
Oklahoma Farm Bureau this week has joined a group of statewide business, medical, faith and community leaders in opposing State Question 788 on the June 26 primary ballot. SQ 788 would amend Oklahoma state statutes to legalize medical marijuana. OKFB joined the SQ 788 is Not Medical Coalition, following a vote by the organization’s board of directors. OKFB policy, which is written and voted on by grassroots members across the state, opposes the legalization of marijuana. “After deep consideration of our grassroots policy and the language of the state question, the Oklahoma Farm Bureau board voted to oppose State Question […]
OKFB WLC to host fall conference Sept. 28-29 in Edmond
Oklahoma Farm Bureau women are invited to gather for the OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee Fall Conference to be held Sept. 28-29 at the Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center in Edmond, Oklahoma. The two-day conference will feature special speakers, educational breakout sessions, a trade show, entertainment, fellowship and more. Find a tentative agenda and the conference registration form on the OKFB website at okfarmbureau.org/women. To attend the conference, complete and return the registration form to WLC Coordinator Marcia Irvin no later than Aug. 27. Hotel rooms are available at the Hilton Garden Inn through Aug. 27. To make a reservation, […]
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