Custer County Farm Bureau officially opened the doors of its new satellite office in Weatherford on July 29. Now located at 1402 N. Washington, across the street from Weatherford High School, the new office will replace the old location at 510 E. Main. After breaking ground on the site Sept. 10, 2019, the Custer County Farm Bureau board members and insurance agents worked closely to create a space to better serve their members and the community. The new larger office space and parking lot features a designated board meeting room and covered outdoor area that can be used several ways, […]
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OKFB shares need for CFAP with Journal Record
Oklahoma farmers and ranchers would be in a dire situation without the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program, Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Rodd Moesel told the Journal Record in a recent story. “In Oklahoma, (CFAP) has probably helped even more than in some other places,” Moesel said in the story. “A lot of farmers would be in much worse shape without it.” Moesel explained that Oklahoma’s cattle producers experienced a drop of at least $100 per head in April after COVID-19 caused slowdowns in processing plants and disruptions to the supply chain. Many Oklahoma producers were already struggling before the global pandemic […]
OKFB WLC awards four nurse’s training scholarships
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee has recently awarded four $500 scholarships to nursing students from across the state. Recipients of the scholarship include Kaitlyn Kilan, Medford; Samuel Langley, Pauls Valley; Myranda Oliva, Moore; and Michelle Tripp, Braman. Recipients will be attending universities including East Central University, Northern Oklahoma College, Western Governors University and Oklahoma City University. Members of the WLC recognize the significant role nurses play in ensuring a high quality of life for all Oklahomans, especially those in rural areas. With the cost of education rising yearly, the committee is proud to provide these four students with […]
OKFB applauds Stitt’s request to ensure consistent agricultural regulatory enforcement
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Rodd Moesel released a statement today supporting Gov. Kevin Stitt’s recent request to the Environmental Protection Agency to apply an environmental regulation section of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act of 2005. Provisions in the act would allow the state of Oklahoma to continue its regulatory functions concerning environmental issues in light of the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling in McGirt v. Oklahoma. “We appreciate Gov. Stitt’s proactive approach to ensure a consistent regulatory framework for all Oklahoma farmers, ranchers and businesses in Indian country. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry serves […]
Join OKFB YF&R in second annual shotgun shoot
Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers will host a shotgun shoot Aug. 29 at Quail Ridge Hunting and Sporting Clays in McLoud, Oklahoma. The cost to enter a team of four is $375 and an individual entry is $100. For those interested in becoming a sponsor, there are two levels. The platinum level is $750 and includes two four-person teams and a logo on the event sign. At $500, the gold level includes one four-person team and a logo on the event sign. All sponsor information must be submitted no later than August 7. On the day of the […]
Summer issue of Oklahoma Country now available online
The summer issue of Oklahoma Country is now available online and is reaching mailboxes across the state. A Cut Above Establishing a business that combines love for his rural roots and dedication to quality for custom animal processing, Keith Schneberger shares his story and a visible peak in interest from new customers for beef purchased directly from the producer. Lessons Learned the Hard Way Though 2020 began with hope and optimism, the livelihoods of many producers have been upended over the last few months, as they watched market prices drop and grocery store prices rise. After looking back on the […]
OKFB commends $10M in grants for small meat processors
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Rodd Moesel today commended the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry’s use of $10 million of CARES Act grants to fund the Food Supply Stability Plan to support small meat processors in Oklahoma. “Many Oklahoma ranchers and agricultural producers have been devastated by the unprecedented disruptions in our nation’s food supply chain caused by the COVID-19 pandemic,” Moesel said. “Though there was never a shortage of livestock being raised on Oklahoma farms and ranches, a decrease in processing facility space left many grocery store meat counters without their usual abundance while Oklahoma agricultural producers battled with […]
Nominations open for Leopold Conservation Award
Oklahoma farmers, ranchers and foresters who go above and beyond to care for and maintain the natural resources of their land by improving soil health, water quality and wildlife habitats are encouraged to apply for the 2020 Oklahoma Leopold Conservation Award. The Sand County Foundation presents the Leopold Conservation Award to private Oklahoma landowners for their extraordinary achievement in voluntary conservation. The $10,000 award is presented annually through cooperative efforts between Sand County Foundation, Oklahoma Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture, Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, Noble Research Institute, ITC Holdings Corp., Oklahoma Conservation Commission, Enel North America Inc., and the U.S. Department […]
YF&R members gather in OKC for summer conference
More than 60 Oklahoma Farm Bureau members gathered for the annual Young Farmers and Ranchers summer conference held July 10 – 12 in Oklahoma City. Conference participants had the opportunity to tour local agricultural facilities in the Oklahoma City metro area. American Plant Products and Services, owned by OKFB President Rodd Moesel, serves as a wholesale plant product company that provides greenhouse construction as well as horticulture necessities to universities and commercial entities nationwide. Members also toured the Oklahoma National Stockyards with general manager Kelli Payne. She informed the members about the stockyards’ history, her extensive interest and involvement in […]
Comanche County member shares benefits of USMCA with KSWO
Adam Bohl, a fifth-generation Chattanooga farmer and Comanche County Farm Bureau member, recently explained the impact of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement on farmers and ranchers in a story with KSWO 7 News in Lawton. The trade deal, which went into effect on July 1, replaces the previous North American Free Trade Agreement and is expected to increase U.S. agricultural exports by $2 billion. “Some of the improvements are Canada and Mexico will treat all imports from the U.S., and grade them on the same scale system as they would domestically,” Bohl said in the story. “Canada previously had graded imported […]
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