Seth McLaughlin of Prague was the winner of the first high school discussion meet held by the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers. Kalee Horn, Edmond; Summer Stevens, Perry; and Camy Daniel, Amber-Pocasset, were the other three finalists. The contest was held in conjunction with the 73rd Oklahoma Farm Bureau Annual Meeting Nov. 14-16 in Tulsa. The high school discussion meet allows high school students to participate in an event that promotes basic discussion skills, develops an understanding of agricultural issues and explores how groups can pool knowledge to solve problems. This event is designed to build crucial skills […]

The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers are pleased to announce a new event will be added to the OKFB convention schedule. On Thursday, Nov. 13, at 10 a.m., YF&R will host the inaugural high school discussion meet for FFA and 4-H members throughout the state to take part in as an educational and résumé-building experience. The high school discussion meet is an activity designed to build crucial skills to aid in analyzing problems and deciding solutions to best meet one’s needs. By participating, students build basic discussions skills, develop a keen understanding of agricultural issues and explore how […]

The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee recently awarded nine $1,000 scholarships, one per each state board district, to graduating high school seniors. Each recipient is a member of a voting Farm Bureau family and will enroll in a full-time agricultural degree program at an accredited Oklahoma university.  “Oklahoma’s agricultural youth are the future of farming and ranching,” said Marty Williams, chairman of the YF&R Committee. “We hope this scholarship will encourage students to continue their involvement in agriculture and Oklahoma Farm Bureau.” The scholarship recipients are: District One – Bert Blasdel, Harper County District Two – Colvin […]

The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers state committee raised more than $16,000 for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Legal Foundation during the annual YF&R Golf Classic, May 16.  The 12th annual event was held at Choctaw Creek Golf Course where 23 teams competed in a four-man scramble. The golf classic is the largest fundraiser organized for the OKFB Legal Foundation and all proceeds benefit the foundation’s efforts to protect the rights of farmers and ranchers and represent them regarding agricultural issues. “We appreciate the continued support from the YF&R and those who participate in the tournament,” OFBLF Director LeeAnna […]

As summer harvest approaches for many around the state, the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee and the Oklahoma Farming and Ranching Foundation are asking producers to participate in the new Bushels for Books program created to help educate Oklahoma youth about agriculture. The program allows farmers to donate a few bushels from their harvests – either by check or through their local co-ops – to purchase bushel baskets of accurate agricultural books to be placed in Oklahoma schools.   “The Bushels for Books program is an easy way for farmers across the state to ensure students understand […]

Travis Schnaithman, of Garber, was named the 2013 Young Farmers and Ranchers Discussion Meet winner at the Oklahoma Farm Bureau 72nd Annual Meeting, Nov. 15, in Norman. Schnaithman competed against four other participants in three rounds of debate-style discussion where performance was evaluated on the exchange of ideas and information on pre-determined topics. Participants were judged on their ability to offer constructive criticism, cooperation and communication while analyzing agricultural problems and developing solutions. As the state discussion meet winner, Schnaithman received an iPad package and the opportunity to compete in the national discussion meet contest at the American Farm Bureau […]