The Blaine County Farm Bureau recently awarded three $2,000 scholarships to local high school seniors who plan to pursue a higher education degree in agriculture after graduation. After reviewing several outstanding applications, the Blaine County Farm Bureau board awarded the three $2,000 scholarships to Koby Smith of Okeene, Dalton Cash of Fay, and Garrett Parker of Watonga. For the past three years, Blaine County Farm Bureau in Watonga has awarded scholarships each year to two qualified students. With a number of commendable applications for this year’s scholarship, the board made the decision to award one additional scholarship this year with […]

Oklahoma Farm Bureau purchased premiums on livestock as the organization supported Oklahoma’s agriculture youth during the 2017 Oklahoma Youth Expo Sale of Champions Friday, March 17 in Oklahoma City. Before the start of the 2017 sale, OKFB received the 2016 OYE volume buyer award for purchasing the most premiums at the 2016 sale with 34 animals. This year, OKFB partnered with fellow agricultural and rural organizations and individuals in purchasing the premiums for 27 animals. “We are proud to be supporters of such a great opportunity for Oklahoma’s rural youth,” said Tom Buchanan, OKFB president. “We understand the skills learned […]

Oklahoma Farm Bureau recently announced the celebration of the organization’s 75th anniversary in 2017. To commemorate this milestone, OKFB dedicated a new plaza March 7 in a private event at their headquarters located near the State Capitol in Oklahoma City.  With 95,000 members statewide, Oklahoma Farm Bureau is connected to County Farm Bureaus in all 77 Oklahoma counties. The plaza contains 77 pillar sculptures, each one in the shape of one of the state’s counties. Each sculpture also contains soil from the county it represents. “The new plaza is beautiful, but my favorite thing about it is the connection it […]

 In the wake of devastating wildfires throughout northwest Oklahoma, Oklahoma Farm Bureau has partnered with Love’s Travel Stops and Farm Credit Associations of Oklahoma to fund relief for fire victims. The three organizations have furnished gift cards for fuel to those transporting donated hay to the affected area. “It’s in these times of disaster that we see the true spirit of Oklahomans. As farmers and ranchers, it’s our duty to help each other when in need,” said Tom Buchanan, OKFB president. “We consider it a privilege to play a small part in the relief efforts.” An estimated 1.4 million acres […]

Oklahoma Farm Bureau, in acknowledgement of Gov. Mary Fallin’s recent executive order supporting relief efforts for extreme drought and dangerous fires affecting thousands of acres across northwest Oklahoma, offers a statement in support of those affected by this disaster. “Our hearts go out to the Oklahomans and others who have been affected by this serious wildfire situation,” said Tom Buchanan, Oklahoma Farm Bureau president. “We must stand by the farmers, ranchers, and rural residents who have experienced serious threats to their homes and livelihoods. These are the good people providing our food, fiber and fuel every day, and today our […]

Blaine County Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for two $2,000 scholarships for students attending Watonga, Geary, Okeene or Canton public schools who plan to pursue a higher education degree in agriculture after graduation. Students applying for the scholarship must be a graduating high school senior, must have a 2.5 GPA or better, and must enroll full-time in an agriculture program at an accredited Oklahoma institution of high learning. Scholarships will be given after proof of a second-semester enrollment in an agriculture program. Applications must be postmarked no later than April 15, 2017. For applications, check with your school counselors […]