Chad Selman of Skiatook was named the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Achievement Award winner Nov. 10, at the 76th-annual OKFB Annual Meeting in Norman, Oklahoma. Selman won the award for his dedication to improving and growing his farm, which consists of pecan orchards and cattle in Tulsa County. Selman, along with his wife Katrina, also harvest pecans for other farmers and landowners in the area, and he sorts and stores pecans for the wholesale market. Together, the couple are raising a family the farm where Chad Selman grew up, continuing the family’s legacy of agriculture and rural […]
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Holcomb honored with Distinguished Service to OKFB award
Phyllis Holcomb of Creek County was recognized with the Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau Award during the 2017 OKFB Annual Meeting Nov. 10 in Norman, Oklahoma. The award honors OKFB members who have made outstanding contributions to agriculture and the Farm Bureau organization. “I have dedicated my life to the farming industry,” Holcomb said. “It’s just been in my heart and soul since I grew up.” A longtime Farm Bureau member, Holcomb has served on the Creek County Farm Bureau board of directors, the OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee and the OKFB state board of directors. “Farm Bureau does so […]
OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee presents District Farm and Ranch Family Recognition
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee presented its District Farm and Ranch Family Recognition awards at the organization’s annual meeting Nov. 10 in Norman, Oklahoma. The program honors a farm and ranch family in each of OKFB’s nine districts who uphold the best traditions of Oklahoma agriculture and rural Oklahoma as they raise food and fiber for our state and beyond. “Our Women’s Leadership Committee is proud to honor these families who have dedicated themselves to growing food for our world,” said Kitty Beavers, OKFB WLC Chairman. “Farming and ranching is an important way of life for our state, and […]
OKFB disappointed by state beef checkoff results
The following statement is in response to the results of the state beef checkoff referendum, which failed with 2,506 votes opposed and 1,998 votes in favor. The proposal would have created an additional $1-per-head assessment to promote the Oklahoma beef industry. “Though Oklahoma Farm Bureau is deeply disappointed in the results of the state beef checkoff referendum, an initiative supported by our memeber’s grassroots policy, we continue to have faith in Oklahoma beef producers who produce high-quality and affordable food for our state, our nation and our world. “Farmers and ranchers have worked the land and cared for animals since […]
Join OKFB in Nashville for 2018 AFBF Annual Convention
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members are invited to attend the 2018 American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention and IDEAg Trade Show held Jan. 5-10, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. Members will have the opportunity to attend educational workshops about the outlook for agriculture, business acumen and leadership, listen to impactful policy discussions, network with exhibitors in the IDEAg Trade Show, hear from exemplary keynote speakers, cheer on Oklahoma contestants in a variety of competitions, visit with old and new friends from across the nation, and much more. Convention attendees also will hear from Oklahoma native Reba McEntire, an iconic entertainer who was […]
Hotsy Pressure Washers of Oklahoma offers discount to OKFB members
Servicing the entire state, Hotsy Pressure Washers of Oklahoma has been meeting the cleaning and heating needs of farmers, ranchers and agricultural institutions for more than 40 years. Hotsy of Oklahoma offers Hotsy pressure washers, Clean Burn Used Oil Energy Systems, Cuda Aqueous Parts Washers, WaterMaze Water Treatment Systems and an extensive line of high-quality detergents designed specifically for your needs as well as accessories and parts. Plus, factory certified service technicians provide support, maintenance and service both at your location and at Hotsy of Oklahoma. Hotsy of Oklahoma is proud to partner with Oklahoma Farm Bureau to offer all […]
Texas County member honored by OWRB for water conservation, innovative technology
Pat Long, a farmer and Texas County Farm Bureau member, was honored with a 2017 Water for 2060 Excellence Award for crop irrigation and agriculture by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Nov. 1 during the Governor’s Water Conference in Norman, Oklahoma. Long was recognized for his work to conserve water in the Oklahoma Panhandle using innovative center pivot technology, drought-resistant genetically modified crops and no-till production methods. “It’s important that people across the state understand the lengths Panhandle producers are going to in order to preserve a valuable natural resource,” Long said. The Long family has farmed since the 1990s, […]
OKFB announces annual meeting trade show vendors
Oklahoma Farm Bureau will host a trade show alongside the organization’s 76th annual meeting held Nov. 10-12 in Norman, Oklahoma. Members attending the three-day convention are encouraged to visit the variety of exhibitors, ranging from jewelry to farm equipment and more. The trade show will be open Friday, Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 11 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., located in the University Ballroom of the Embassy Suites Norman. Below is a list of vendors: Brianna’s Style Loft Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Grasshopper Mowers Hotsy Pressure Washers of Oklahoma I Wish I […]
OKFB to host educational breakout sessions during annual meeting
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members will have an opportunity to attend a variety of educational breakout sessions Nov. 10 during the organization’s 76th annual meeting in Norman, Oklahoma. The sessions will cover popular issues facing agriculture and rural Oklahoma and will begin following Friday’s opening general session. Learn about the breakout session speakers below. RURAL EDUCATION Brent Bushey – Executive Director, Oklahoma Public Schools Resource Center As executive director, Brent Bushey is helping to establish the Oklahoma Public Schools Resource Center and is responsible for building relationships with school leaders while also focusing on recruiting and hiring the OPSRC’s staff. This position is […]
OKFB to present awards at annual meeting
Each year at its annual meeting, Oklahoma Farm Bureau recognizes various individuals for leadership, service and excellence within the organization and the agricultural industry. OKFB would not be the same without the hard work and effort of the individuals receiving these awards update. All awards will be presented during the special awards program on Friday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. OKFB invites all members to attend and honor the award recipients. Below is a list of awards given and a description of each. Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau Award The award honors OKFB members who have made outstanding contributions […]
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