Oklahoma Farm Bureau has named Burton Harmon as the organization’s safety and special projects coordinator. In his new position, Harmon will travel the state educating students on bicycle, bus and fire safety measures. In addition, Harmon will lead defensive driving courses and share the dangers of driving under the influence with high school students. “I’m excited to return to Oklahoma Farm Bureau and help educate students and share agriculture’s story,” Harmon said. “There’s a lot of great things Farm Bureau can do around our state, and I’m looking forward to working with our organization’s programs to better serve our members.” […]
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OKFB accepting donations for foundation silent auction
Oklahoma Farm Bureau is now accepting donations for its silent auction to benefit the OKFB Foundation for Agriculture during the organization’s 2019 annual meeting to be held Nov. 8-10 in Oklahoma City. County Farm Bureaus, members and Farm Bureau friends are invited to donate items to be auctioned off during the convention. Items can include farm and ranch equipment, jewelry, home decor and more. Proceeds from the silent auction will help fund foundation programs that support agriculture and rural Oklahoma while educating consumers about where their food comes from. Donations will be accepted now through Oct. 31. Items can be […]
YF&R shotgun shoot raises $8,000 for OKFB foundation
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers committee raised $8,000 to benefit the OKFB Foundation for Agriculture at their 2019 shotgun shoot at Quail Ridge Shooting Sports near McLoud on Saturday, Sept. 21. A total of 18 teams from around the state competed in the shoot, which featured 13 sporting clays stations. Shooters from the Navajo FFA chapter won the top team award, receiving $100 gift cards. “Farmers and ranchers see the needs our neighbors and rural community members have, and our YF&R committee is proud to support the foundation’s efforts to help our fellow Oklahomans,” said Brent Haken, […]
Five exciting features on the new OKFB website
This week, Oklahoma Farm Bureau launched a brand-new website designed to better serve the needs of its members. The new site was created with a number of features to display the organization’s work for farmers, ranchers and rural Oklahomans including a few of our favorites which are highlighted below. Join online Our most exciting feature on the new website now allows you to apply to become an Oklahoma Farm Bureau member in the county of your choice using our new member sign-up portal. When you join online, you can pay your membership dues with a credit card using our secure […]
OKFB YF&R proud sponsor at OK State Fair livestock judging contest
Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers was proud to host more than 1,300 4-H and FFA members at its annual Oklahoma State Fair livestock judging contest Thursday, Sept. 12 in Oklahoma City. 4-H and FFA members from across the state traveled to the Oklahoma State Fair where they judged seven classes of sheep, cattle, goats and swine with three classes of questions. Each of the top three teams and individuals received a trophy with the high-placing teams and individuals each receiving a custom jacket. The top-placing teams in the contest were: Senior FFA First: Amber Pocasset FFA Second: Lindsay […]
Join us for OKFB’s 78th Annual Meeting Nov. 8-10 in OKC
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members from across the state are invited to gather with fellow members at OKFB’s 78th Annual Meeting to be held Nov. 8-10 at the Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City. As the organization’s largest annual gathering, the annual meeting provides an opportunity to celebrate Farm Bureau achievements, elect OKFB leaders, set policy for the next year, fellowship with friends from around the state and more. On Friday, Nov. 8, a Foundation Night Out will allow members to enjoy an evening of fellowship featuring a concert by Jimmy Dale and The Beltline. Members also will have the […]
Custer County breaks ground on new Weatherford office
Custer County Farm Bureau officially broke ground on a new office building in Weatherford on Tuesday, Sept. 10. The new office, expected to be completed sometime toward the end of next year, will be located at 1402 N. Washington across from Weatherford High School. It will replace the current office located at 510 E. Main. A larger space will provide the county Farm Bureau with increased opportunities to serve the community, Custer County Farm Bureau President Lawrence Sawatzky said. “We just have a lot of opportunities to have more programs (for the community) in Weatherford,” Sawatzky said. “We need to […]
Farm Bureau members kick off policy development season
Over the last few weeks, Oklahoma Farm Bureau members gathered within their districts for the organization’s annual August Area Meetings across the state. Signifying the beginning of the OKFB grassroots policy development process, members were able to share issues they are facing within their local communities and ask questions about OKFB policy on a variety of topics. Members also learned more about upcoming organizational activities. Within OKFB’s nine districts, 11 meetings were held. Below is a list of the top six most common issues Farm Bureau members discussed at the meetings as they prepare to develop the organization’s policy for […]
Register for YF&R Discussion Meet by Nov. 1
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers will host its annual discussion meet at the organization’s annual convention Nov. 8, 2019 in downtown Oklahoma City. The discussion meet is designed to replicate a committee meeting in which all participants are expected to discuss and actively contribute. Participants are evaluated on an exchange of ideas and information on a pre-determined topic in three rounds of debate-style discussion. Participants are judged on their ability to offer constructive criticism, cooperation and communication while analyzing agricultural problems and developing solutions. The overall winner will receive a prize package including a trip to compete in the […]
YF&R award applications due Oct. 1
Each year, Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers recognize members for their achievements through several awards presented at the OKFB Annual Meeting to be held Nov. 8-10, 2019 in downtown Oklahoma City. OKFB YF&R members are encouraged to apply for the awards, due to the home office by Oct. 1. YF&R Achievement Award The YF&R Achievement Award is presented to OKFB’s top young farmer and rancher, and is based on his or her efforts in production agriculture and leadership achievement. Applicants must be Farm Bureau members between the ages of 18 and 35 who are actively engaged in production […]
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