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Oklahoma Farming and Ranching Foundation hosts Right to Farm training for Oklahoma Agri-Women
The Oklahoma Farming and Ranching Foundation hosted a Right to Farm Training for the Oklahoma Agri-Women June 23 at the OKFB home office in Oklahoma City. Members of Oklahoma Agri-Women were instructed on a variety of talking points when advocating for State Question 777. The training also addressed several media tips, including social media. Oklahoma Agri-Women is a state affiliate of American Agri-Women, which is the nation’s largest coalition of farm, ranch and agribusiness women with more than 50 state, commodity and agribusiness affiliate organizations throughout the country. The purpose of Oklahoma Agri-Women includes three parts: to unite women in […]
OKFB hosts Get on Tap with 777
Food, fun and camaraderie flowed in Bricktown as Oklahoma Farm Bureau hosted “Get on Tap with 777,” an event that showed Oklahoma City residents the need for the Right to Farm in Oklahoma. More than 100 guests attended the gathering at TapWerks Ale House Thursday, June 30, for food, drink and education about SQ 777. OKFB President Tom Buchanan, along with OKFB staff, visited with attendees and shared their personal stories about Right to Farm’s benefit to Oklahoma and why they are voting “yes.” Mark Yates, OKFB director of field operations, addressed the group, sharing the need for Right to […]
OKFB President Tom Buchanan praises Senate GMO labeling legislation
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Tom Buchanan issued the following statement in support of U.S. Senate proposed legislation to create a uniform, national standard for GMO labeling. “Genetically modified crops have allowed farmers to significantly increase the quality of food and fiber they produce, all while using less land and fewer pesticides. This benefit is directly passed onto consumers, who enjoy the safest and most affordable food supply to date. “Across the country, individual states have passed mandatory GMO labeling laws, with Vermont being the first. The Senate’s proposed legislation will preempt all state GMO labeling laws, preventing a patchwork of […]
OKFB to host “Get on Tap with 777”
Oklahoma Farm Bureau is set to host “Get on Tap with 777” June 30 at 5 p.m. at TapWerk’s Ale House in Oklahoma City. At the event, participants will have the opportunity to learn more about State Question 777, or the Right to Farm bill. Guests will enjoy free appetizers and drinks. The event will also collect items of fresh produce to be donated to the City Rescue Mission. The bill is a state constitutional amendment to protect Oklahoma’s farmers and ranchers by creating additional constitutional protections they currently lack and need. The state question will appear on the general […]
OKFB President Tom Buchanan issues statement on Global Food Security Act
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Tom Buchanan issued the following statement in support of the Global Food Security Act of 2016. The measure aims to educate farmers around the world in agricultural technology to help fight hunger and achieve political stability. “As Oklahoma farmers and ranchers, we continue to utilize ever-changing technology methods for both crop and livestock production to provide the safest and most affordable food supply in the world. However, we recognize food insecurity issues still exist not only in Oklahoma, but also around the world. “Successful farmers and ranchers are the backbone of a strong economy, as all […]
OKFB President Tom Buchanan issues statement on veto of feral hog control bill
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Tom Buchanan issued the following statement in response to Gov. Mary Fallin’s veto of SB 1142, which would have eliminated all restrictions on the removal of feral hogs. “Oklahoma Farm Bureau is disappointed in Gov. Mary Fallin’s veto of SB 1142, which would have allowed landowners to remove feral hogs from their property at any time without a permit. “Feral hogs are an invasive species, and should be treated as such. By giving the Department of Wildlife Conservation jurisdiction, the feral hog remains a game species. “Farmers and ranchers are our state’s largest landowners, and should […]
OKFB President Tom Buchanan issues statement on passage of feral hog control bill
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Tom Buchanan issued the following statement in response to the Oklahoma Senate’s unanimous passage of SB 1142. The bill eliminates all requirements and restrictions on the removal of feral hogs in Oklahoma. “Oklahoma Farm Bureau is proud of the efforts of Sen. Nathan Dahm, Rep. Sean Roberts and the Oklahoma Senate in passing SB 1142. The measure eliminates all previous restrictions on the removal of feral hogs, allowing landowners to remove the invasive species – without a permit – at any time, day or night, throughout the year. “Feral hogs are costly and harmful to Oklahoma […]
OKFB President Tom Buchanan issues statement on feral hog bill
The Oklahoma House of Representatives today passed SB 1142 to remove all restrictions on hunting and removing feral hogs. Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Tom Buchanan issued the statement below in response. “Oklahoma Farm Bureau today is thankful for the leadership of Rep. Sean Roberts and the Oklahoma House of Representatives in passing SB 1142. By eliminating restrictions on the hunting and removal of feral hogs, the legislation allows Oklahoma to move one step closer toward eradicating the invasive species. “Located in all 77 Oklahoma counties, feral hogs wreak havoc on Oklahoma’s farms, ranches and ecosystems, and cost farmers, ranchers and […]
OKFB members advocate for rural Oklahoma in nation’s capital
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members representing all nine OKFB districts took Capitol Hill last week for the organization’s annual Congressional Action Tour to Washington, D.C. The trip was an opportunity for OKFB members to share concerns and issues in agriculture with Oklahoma’s Congressional delegation. “Oklahoma’s Congressional leaders need to hear from our members,” said Tom Buchanan, OKFB president. “This year’s trip provided another opportunity to increase Farm Bureau’s presence on Capitol Hill.” Members learned about federal issues from Sen. Jim Inhofe, Sen. James Lankford, Rep. Frank Lucas, Rep. Tom Cole, Rep. Steve Russell and Rep. Markwayne Mullin during various visits to […]
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