A measure supporting more research on effectively using the state’s water supply was among more than 50 resolutions passed by the Oklahoma Farm Bureau state resolutions committee Oct. 22-23, in Norman. The resolutions meeting is just one part of Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s grassroots policy development process, where members from each county help determine priority issues for upcoming legislative sessions. “As primary water consumers, Oklahoma farmers and ranchers are eager to find practical ways to transfer surface water from excess supply areas to water deficient areas of the state,” said Jimmy Wayne Kinder, Oklahoma Farm Bureau resolutions committee chairman. “We’re proposing […]
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Oklahoma Farm Bureau releases statement regarding vote on crop insurance
OKFB’s John Collison, vice president of public policy and media affairs, released the following statement regarding a vote on crop insurance later today. “Recently, Congressman Paul Ryan put forth a resolution supporting the linkage of Means Testing to Crop Insurance. Earlier this year, the House rejected a similar farm bill amendment from Congressman Ron Kind. Kind’s amendment would have imposed a means test and cut crop insurance delivery. The 2013 Farm Bill includes provisions to strengthen, improve and expand crop insurance. Congressman Ryan’s resolution would create a barrier to this goal. Means testing in the crop insurance program impacts all […]
Lesser-Prairie Chicken Range-Wide Conservation Plan complete; meeting on Sept. 17
A fourth version of the Lesser Prairie-Chicken Range-Wide Conservation Plan is now complete. The RWP is an effort by the state fish and wildlife agencies of Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas to conserve the LPC with the intent to preclude the need to list the species as threatened or endangered under the ESA. In the event it is listed as a federally protected species, this plan provides a timely pathway to delisting. Click here to see a copy of the RWP plan. Also, the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation will be holding an informational meeting on the RWP […]
Arbuckle-Simpson water usage still under review


The Arbuckle-Simpson groundwater basin covers approximately 520 square miles across Carter, Coal, Johnston, Murray and Pontotoc Counties. The basin provides Oklahomans a water source for a variety of uses, including farming and ranching. In Oklahoma, groundwater is considered to be private property belonging to the surface owner. Although this concept seems particularly straightforward, it has proven otherwise. A variety of groups and individuals are concerned about the quantity of water that may be withdrawn from the Arbuckle-Simpson basin in the future. However, Oklahoma Farm Bureau has supported its members who are concerned the outcome will severely limit how much water […]
American Farm Bureau encourages farmers, ranchers to Bring the Heat to Washington
To spur progress on national legislation that affects food, fiber and fuel production on America’s farms, ranches and agribusinesses, American Farm Bureau is asking Farm Bureau members to “Bring the Heat to Washington.” The campaign is focusing on three critical pieces of national legislation: End the inaction on immigration and farm labor reform Break the logjam of inaction on improving our waterways and transportation Get the Farm Bill Done You can learn more about these important issues learn how to add your voice to the discussion at AFBF’s Bring the Heat website.
Oklahoma congressional town hall meeting schedule
Oklahoma’s U.S. Congressional delegation will be holding town hall meetings across the state during Congress’ August recess. Below is a list of the congressional town hall meetings Oklahoma Farm Bureau has received notice of. Rep. Markwayne Mullin – Oklahoma’s 2nd Congressional District August 8 – South Coffeyville8:00 a.m.Native American Fellowship Building215 Oklahoma Street August 8 – Welch11:00 a.m.Welch Civic Center616 Curtis Street August 8 – Afton3:30 p.m.Northeast Technology Center19901 S. Highway 9 August 9 – Oolagah9:00 a.m.Oolagah Community Center207 S. Maple August 9 – Chouteau12:00 p.m.Chouteau City Hall111 S. Lewis August 9 – Kansas2:00 p.m.Northeast Technology Center450 U.S. Highway 59 August 9 – Westville4:00 p.m.Ozark Gardens Restaurant118 […]
OKFB August Area Meeting dates
Oklahoma Farm Bureau is gearing up for August Area Meetings, which serve as the beginning of OKFB’s grass-roots policy development season. Farm Bureau members from around Oklahoma will come together at various locations throughout the state to discuss the issues that impact agriculture and rural Oklahoma. The meeting schedule, listed by districts: District 1 August 19: Woodward – Big Dan’s, 6:30 p.m. August 27: Guymon – Hunny’s 6:30 p.m. District 2 August 13: Hobart – Kiowa County Farm Bureau office, 6:30 p.m. District 3 August 13: El Reno – Canadian County Farm Bureau office, 6:30 p.m. District […]
2013 Oklahoma Farm Bureau legislative wrap-up
2013 Legislative Highlights After months of constant negations and meetings, the first session of Oklahoma’s 54th Legislature has concluded. Ladies and Gentlemen, let us say that Oklahoma Farm Bureau had a great session. It seems like a lifetime ago we went into battle against the animal extremists over the horse harvest bill, which started the session with the most controversial issue in the legislative body this year. If you will recall, four members introduced bills to allow Oklahoma, if it so desired, to open a horse slaughter plant. We were attacked on all sides. However, due to your hard work […]
Lucas announces August town hall meetings
Congressman Frank Lucas announced August town hall meetings August 22. The meetings will held in Beaver, Cimarron, Ellis, Harper, Texas and Woodward counties August 7 & 8. All residents of these locations are invited to attend a meeting and express their opinions. Lucas will discuss current events in Washington, take questions about issues important to constituents of the Third Congressional District, and ask for opinions and input on legislation currently before Congress. Wednesday, August 7: Woodward Town Hall Meeting 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. High Plains Technology Center (Seminar Room) 3921 34th Street Beaver Town Hall Meeting 1:30 p.m. – […]
OKFB recognizes 84 legislators for supporting rural Oklahoma
Oklahoma Farm Bureau announces 84 state legislators will receive initiation into OKFB’s 100 Percent Club. The award is based on a 100 percent voting record on key Farm Bureau legislative measures during the 2013 Oklahoma legislative session. “We want to recognize these legislators for their outstanding support and leadership this year,” said John Collison, OKFB vice president of public policy and media affairs. Collison said the bills used to score the legislators exemplified Farm Bureau’s mission of improving the lives of rural Oklahomans. “Farm Bureau is a grass roots organization with a strong belief in protecting personal property rights, keeping […]
