By Todd Honer, Director of Safety Services School is out, temperatures are warming up, and cookouts are being planned. As summer activities begin, so does National Safety Month. Because most people do not have safety at the forefront of their minds, Oklahoma Farm Bureau wants to make sure you and your family remain safe throughout the summer. Be aware of surroundings. No matter if you are working on a combine or walking to your favorite store in the mall, pay attention to what or who is around you. Avoid distractions. Focus your mind on your task. Turn cell phones off […]
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Tom Buchanan issues statement on final EPA WOTUS rule
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Tom Buchanan issued this statement today following the release of the Environmental Protection Agency’s new regulatory rules announcement. “Oklahoma Farm Bureau is disappointed with the Environmental Protection Agency’s new rules announced today that will increase regulations and introduce unnecessary burdens on our members. “While our state’s farmers and ranchers care deeply about protecting our natural resources, and especially water, we want to ensure that any new rules do not expand the scope or authority of the EPA, allowing the agency to burden farmers and ranchers with new and unnecessary regulations. “We as an organization will continue […]
OYLA participants selected for June 10-12 conference
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has selected 17 incoming high school seniors as the next class of the organization’s Oklahoma Youth Leading Agriculture conference June 10-12. The OYLA conference is a three-day gathering of some of Oklahoma agriculture’s top youth. Conference participants are selected through an application process. Participants for the 2015 OYLA conference are: Marisa Burke, Harper County; Braden Egger, Pottawatomie County; Shelby Schulte, Comanche County; Sadie Higgins, Caddo County; Sydney Cannon, McClain County; Lauren Lacy, Oklahoma County; Jaryn Frey, Kingfisher County; Sarah Gruntmeir, Kingfisher County; Lexi Newman, Stephens County; Victoria Chapman, Carter County; Ross Priddy, Johnston County; LeighAnn Alexander, LeFlore […]
Nemececk joins OKFB communications
Skiatook, Okla., native Hannah Nemecek recently joined the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Corporate Communications department as a communications specialist. Nemecek graduated from Oklahoma State University with a degree in agricultural communications in early May. After interning with OKFB in the summer of 2014, Nemecek said the organization was the perfect fit. “I am excited to continue working with Oklahoma Farm Bureau,” Nemecek said. “It is humbling to work for an organization serving farmers and ranchers every day.” The daughter of an agricultural education teacher, Nemecek learned the importance of agriculture at an early age. Her passion for the industry began with […]
Buckner promoted to senior VP of operations
Gary Buckner has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Operations for Oklahoma Farm Bureau and Affiliated Companies. Buckner, former Vice President of Claims for OKFB Mutual Insurance Company, takes over an expanded and redefined position following the untimely passing of Robert Peeler, Vice President of FB Building Corp. Buckner’s new responsibilities include managing the building’s infrastructure, company vehicle fleet and the Information Systems department. His new duties basically cover everything that has a “moving part,”from the heating and air conditioning system, to company cars, to the companies’vast computer infrastructure. “I am excited by the challenges and opportunities to continue […]
Case IH offers special financing on Farmall tractors and hay tools
As the full swing of haying season quickly approaches, Oklahoma Farm Bureau members can save big on select Case IH equipment by combining their OKFB member discount with special financing. Case IH is offering many customers 0% financing for 72 months on Farmall compact tractors, ranging from 26 to 115 horsepower, and hay equipment now through June 30. Combined with the special OKFB-member savings of $300 – $500 per unit, it’s a great time to upgrade to Case IH. A 0% financing for 60 months offer is available for Farmall 100A series tractors, which range from 110 to 140 horsepower. To […]
American Farm Bureau Kicks Off 2015 Photo Contest
The American Farm Bureau Federation, in conjunction with the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture, has announced the 2015 Farm Bureau Photo Contest. The contest is open to all state and county Farm Bureau members and staff above 18 years of age at the time of entry, including professional photographers. Photo submissions will be used to accurately portray today’s agriculture and the safe practices of farmers and ranchers, and also for future publications, promotions and social media by AFBF and related companies. All photos submitted must exemplify safe practices on the farm or ranch. The contest will run May 15, 2015, […]
Young Farmers & Ranchers announce summer conference dates, preliminary details
Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee will hold its summer conference July 10-11 in Stillwater. Young agriculturalists ages 18-35 from around the state are invited to gather together as the group tours local agricultural facilities, hears from speakers on important farm and food topics, and engages with each other to learn first-hand about new ideas in farming, ranching and agribusiness. Friday, July 10 will feature a presentation by the Center for Food Integrity focusing on addressing concerns consumers have in an open and welcoming way. Friday evening will feature a social event at Rockin’ Star Farm, including plenty […]
Farm Bureau selects nine students to receive college scholarships
Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee selected nine Oklahoma high school seniors to receive $1,000 scholarships to pursue agricultural degrees. Students receiving scholarships are: Megan Trantham, Boise City, District 1; Tucker Sawatzky, Weatherford, District 2; Madison Reasnor, Cashion, District 3; Samantha Howe, Sulphur, District 4; Bay Bolen, Idabel, District 5; Hallie Barnes, Hulbert, District 6; Lakan Light, Enid, District 7; Kase Donor, Konawa, District 8; and Colton Pratz, Stillwater, District 9. The scholarships are given to one student from a Farm Bureau member family in each of the nine OKFB districts. Students receiving the scholarships must enroll as […]
Statement from OKFB President Tom Buchanan on House WOTUS legislation
“The U.S. House of Representatives’ bipartisan vote to repeal the EPA’s proposed Waters of the U.S. rule sends a strong signal that farmers, ranchers, and other landowners will not tolerate the heavy hand of federal agencies dictating unnecessary and burdensome regulations. “Obviously, the grass-roots involvement of Farm Bureau members voicing strong opposition to WOTUS had an impact. “The WOTUS proposal would have created a land use management nightmare, restricting our ability to grow food and fiber. “We applaud the House for stopping the proposal and urge President Obama to support the repeal.”
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