The Stotts family of McLoud, Oklahoma, received the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee District Eight Farm and Ranch Family Recognition during the organization’s annual meeting on Nov. 10 in Norman, Oklahoma. John and Janice Stotts, along with their two adult sons, John Carl and Jimmy, raise cattle, wheat, soybeans, alfalfa hay and corn on their Pottawatomie-County farm. The family integrates precision agriculture practices into their farm, using satellite imagery and variable-rate seed and fertilizer application to make the most of their natural resources. “We check the biomass and then we’re able to decide what ground needs a little extra […]
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Hafner family named District Seven Farm and Ranch Family
The Hafner family of Orlando, Oklahoma, received the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee District Seven Farm and Ranch Family Recognition during the organization’s annual meeting on Nov. 10 in Norman, Oklahoma. Wayne and Carla Hafner grow wheat, corn, sobybeans and cotton and raise cattle on their farm near Orlando in Noble County. Wayne Hafner grew up on the family farm, but his personal agricultural enterprise got a jumpstart early on when he took over a neighbor’s rent land. “When I was in high school, I started working for a neighbor,” he said. “When he decided to retire, he worked […]
OKFB disappointed by state beef checkoff results
The following statement is in response to the results of the state beef checkoff referendum, which failed with 2,506 votes opposed and 1,998 votes in favor. The proposal would have created an additional $1-per-head assessment to promote the Oklahoma beef industry. “Though Oklahoma Farm Bureau is deeply disappointed in the results of the state beef checkoff referendum, an initiative supported by our memeber’s grassroots policy, we continue to have faith in Oklahoma beef producers who produce high-quality and affordable food for our state, our nation and our world. “Farmers and ranchers have worked the land and cared for animals since […]
Join OKFB in Nashville for 2018 AFBF Annual Convention
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members are invited to attend the 2018 American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention and IDEAg Trade Show held Jan. 5-10, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. Members will have the opportunity to attend educational workshops about the outlook for agriculture, business acumen and leadership, listen to impactful policy discussions, network with exhibitors in the IDEAg Trade Show, hear from exemplary keynote speakers, cheer on Oklahoma contestants in a variety of competitions, visit with old and new friends from across the nation, and much more. Convention attendees also will hear from Oklahoma native Reba McEntire, an iconic entertainer who was […]
Hotsy Pressure Washers of Oklahoma offers discount to OKFB members
Servicing the entire state, Hotsy Pressure Washers of Oklahoma has been meeting the cleaning and heating needs of farmers, ranchers and agricultural institutions for more than 40 years. Hotsy of Oklahoma offers Hotsy pressure washers, Clean Burn Used Oil Energy Systems, Cuda Aqueous Parts Washers, WaterMaze Water Treatment Systems and an extensive line of high-quality detergents designed specifically for your needs as well as accessories and parts. Plus, factory certified service technicians provide support, maintenance and service both at your location and at Hotsy of Oklahoma. Hotsy of Oklahoma is proud to partner with Oklahoma Farm Bureau to offer all […]
Texas County member honored by OWRB for water conservation, innovative technology
Pat Long, a farmer and Texas County Farm Bureau member, was honored with a 2017 Water for 2060 Excellence Award for crop irrigation and agriculture by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Nov. 1 during the Governor’s Water Conference in Norman, Oklahoma. Long was recognized for his work to conserve water in the Oklahoma Panhandle using innovative center pivot technology, drought-resistant genetically modified crops and no-till production methods. “It’s important that people across the state understand the lengths Panhandle producers are going to in order to preserve a valuable natural resource,” Long said. The Long family has farmed since the 1990s, […]
OKFB announces annual meeting trade show vendors
Oklahoma Farm Bureau will host a trade show alongside the organization’s 76th annual meeting held Nov. 10-12 in Norman, Oklahoma. Members attending the three-day convention are encouraged to visit the variety of exhibitors, ranging from jewelry to farm equipment and more. The trade show will be open Friday, Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday, Nov. 11 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., located in the University Ballroom of the Embassy Suites Norman. Below is a list of vendors: Brianna’s Style Loft Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Grasshopper Mowers Hotsy Pressure Washers of Oklahoma I Wish I […]
OKFB to host educational breakout sessions during annual meeting
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members will have an opportunity to attend a variety of educational breakout sessions Nov. 10 during the organization’s 76th annual meeting in Norman, Oklahoma. The sessions will cover popular issues facing agriculture and rural Oklahoma and will begin following Friday’s opening general session. Learn about the breakout session speakers below. RURAL EDUCATION Brent Bushey – Executive Director, Oklahoma Public Schools Resource Center As executive director, Brent Bushey is helping to establish the Oklahoma Public Schools Resource Center and is responsible for building relationships with school leaders while also focusing on recruiting and hiring the OPSRC’s staff. This position is […]
OKFB to present awards at annual meeting
Each year at its annual meeting, Oklahoma Farm Bureau recognizes various individuals for leadership, service and excellence within the organization and the agricultural industry. OKFB would not be the same without the hard work and effort of the individuals receiving these awards update. All awards will be presented during the special awards program on Friday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. OKFB invites all members to attend and honor the award recipients. Below is a list of awards given and a description of each. Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau Award The award honors OKFB members who have made outstanding contributions […]
OKFB, ag organizations respond to state beef checkoff legal challenge
The following statement is from a coalition of Oklahoma agriculture organizations who support the Oklahoma Beef Checkoff including Oklahoma Farm Bureau, American Farmers & Ranchers, Oklahoma Limousine Breeders Association, Oklahoma Maine Anjou Association, Oklahoma Charolais Association and Oklahoma Simmental Cattle Association. “The Oklahoma agriculture community is confident in the process used by cattle producers and the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture in preparation for the upcoming referendum. We stand against an effort led by radical activist organizations and their anti-agriculture agenda.” For more information, visit the Oklahoma Beef Checkoff website.
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