Ten Oklahoma legislators were honored with the 2021 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Champion award at the organization’s annual leadership conference Feb. 15 in Oklahoma City. The award is presented to state lawmakers who serve as exemplary advocates for Oklahoma agriculture, going above and beyond for the state’s farmers and ranchers during the 2021 legislative session. “Decisions made at the state Capitol have a lasting effect on the way Oklahoma farmers and ranchers raise crops and livestock,” said Rodd Moesel, OKFB president. “We are thankful for lawmakers who understand the rural way of life and stand up for agriculture in our state.” […]
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Invite friends to join OKFB during Farm Bureau Week
Oklahoma Farm Bureau will offer discounted memberships to new members who sign up during Farm Bureau Week Feb. 21-25. The discounted membership is available to new members who join Farm Bureau by visiting any county Farm Bureau office during Farm Bureau week. The offer is not available when joining online, and it is not available to existing members renewing their membership. Current Farm Bureau members are encouraged to invite their friends and neighbors to capitalize on the week-long offer. By becoming a Farm Bureau member, the organization offers a variety of benefits to members including grassroots advocacy efforts, exclusive discounts […]
Analyzing Gov. Stitt’s State of the State and how it impacts agriculture and rural Oklahoma
The first Monday of each February marks the beginning of a new legislative session in the state of Oklahoma each year. Gov. Kevin Stitt kicked off the 2022 session with his State of the State address Monday, Feb. 7, including statements and positions on several priority issues for Oklahoma Farm Bureau members. Gov. Stitt – entering his fourth year as governor – thanked the people of Oklahoma for the opportunity to lead the state and expressed his determination to help Oklahoma thrive. “I challenge each of us to be bold,” Stitt said. “Let’s capitalize on the opportunity we have and […]
2022 OKFB Congressional Action Tour canceled
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has decided to cancel the 2022 Congressional Action Tour, which was scheduled for March 28-31 in Washington, D.C. Many of the planned stops in the nation’s capital are currently closed due to the ongoing pandemic. Members who were planning on attending the trip would not be able to visit congressional offices or government agencies to discuss issues facing agriculture and rural Oklahoma. Farm Bureau members are encouraged to visit with their congressional leaders during town hall meetings or by reaching out via phone or email. OKFB plans to offer a Congressional fly-in visit in 2023, with dates […]
OKFB holds first-ever Generation Bridge conference in OKC
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members ages 35-50 gathered for the inaugural Generation Bridge conference held Jan. 28-29 in Oklahoma City. The conference was the kickoff event for OKFB’s new Generation Bridge program, which targets OKFB members who are in the middle of their agriculture careers and want to expand their agricultural knowledge, connections and leadership experience. The two-day event featured presentations on a wide array of agriculture topics, providing opportunities for conference attendees to discuss ideas and share their experiences. The event kicked off at Cattlemen’s Steakhouse event center on Friday, Jan. 28, where featured speakers included Kelli Payne, president of […]
OKFB sets priority issues ahead of 2022 legislative session
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has set the organization’s top legislative priorities for the 2022 Oklahoma Legislative Session. These priority issues are brought forth and voted on by Farm Bureau members in all 77 counties. This year’s top priorities include medical marijuana, livestock and crop production, rural infrastructure, landowner advocacy and issues concerning Oklahoma’s future. Medical Marijuana A new priority issue for 2022, the regulation of medical marijuana is expected to take center stage in the upcoming legislative session. With the recent surge in medical marijuana operations around the state of Oklahoma, many Farm Bureau members have voiced their concerns on industry […]
YF&R Legislative Day to be held Feb. 16
The OKFB Young Farmers and Ranchers committee will hold their annual legislative day Feb. 16 at the Oklahoma State Capitol. Farm Bureau members ages 18-35 are invited to join their fellow YF&R members as they work to promote agriculture and rural Oklahoma at the state Capitol and learn more about Farm Bureau policy. OKFB public policy staff will provide a policy briefing at 8:30 a.m. before members head to the capitol to visit with legislators at 9 a.m. YF&R members can also attend the OKFB Leadership Conference Feb. 15 to further their knowledge of Farm Bureau policy before participating in […]
OKFB’s 2022 Leadership Conference set for Feb. 15
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members are encouraged to attend the 2022 Leadership Conference slated for Feb. 15 at the Embassy Suites – Downtown Medical Center in Oklahoma City. Attendees will have the opportunity to grow their agricultural policy knowledge and connect with leaders from across the state. This year’s conference will include speakers from the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority. Attendees will hear from elected officials, and Harrison Pittman, director of the National Ag Law Center, will deliver the event’s keynote address. The event concludes with a legislative reception and awards dinner featuring guitarist Edgar Cruz. […]
OKFB members attend 2022 AFBF Convention
More than 40 Oklahoma Farm Bureau members attended the 103rd American Farm Bureau Convention Jan. 7-12 in Atlanta, Georgia where they took part in general sessions, competed in Young Farmers and Ranchers competitive events, set grassroots policies and received national awards. Members set grassroots policies for 2022 OKFB’s six voting delegates discussed and voted on Farm Bureau members’ grassroots policy proposals to set AFBF’s 2022 policy. Cattle markets, governmental overreach and regulations and labor issues were some of leading issues voted on by members. Resolutions concerning price discovery and competition in the cattle markets were a highlight for OKFB’s delegates. […]
OKFB awarded with 2021 AFBF New Horizon Award, Awards of Excellence
Oklahoma Farm Bureau was recognized for outstanding programs and events with an American Farm Bureau New Horizon award and four state awards of excellence at the 2022 AFBF annual meeting in Atlanta Jan. 9. The OKFB/Oklahoma 4-H ATV Safety Facility was honored as one of the most innovative new Farm Bureau programs in the nation with an AFBF New Horizon award. OKFB earned AFBF Awards of Excellence for outstanding Farm Bureau achievements in four out of four program areas: Advocacy, Coalitions & Partnerships, Engagement & Outreach, and Leadership & Business Development. “Our farmers and ranchers put in countless hours of […]
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