Each year at its annual convention, 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.
New this year, all awards will be presented in the opening general session on Friday, Nov. 13. OKFB invites all members to attend and honor the award recipients. Below is a list of awards given and a description of each.
Lewis H. Munn Award
Known as the Farm Bureau Builder’s Award, the award is named for OKFB’s second state president who served for 22 years. It is presented every year to the county excelling in the program area of service to members.
Golden Eagle Award
This award is given to recognize volunteer membership recruitment and is awarded to the individual who signs up the most new members in a year.
John I. Taylor Award
Named for OKFB’s first state president, this prestigious award recognizes the top county Farm Bureau. It is OKFB’s highest county recognition. Selection is made from the counties earning the Four-Star Presidential Award. The winner must excel in at least six program areas.
Farm Family of the Year
Each year, the OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee selects and honors district farm families who best represent farming and ranching and the spirit of Oklahoma agriculture. The families must display excellence in the following areas: strong family involvement in all phases of farm management and production; innovative family farm operation and management; use of modern agricultural techniques; and active leadership in Farm Bureau, the community, and other agricultural groups. Learn more about the finalists here.
YF&R Achievement Award
This contest recognizes OKFB’s leading young farm and ranch family or individual. The award is judged on involvement in the community and Farm Bureau, as well as the quality of the contestant’s farming operation and leadership activities. The winner will receive a Kubota RTV 500, courtesy of Great Plains Kubota.
YF&R Excellence in Agriculture Award
This award recognizes a Young Farmers and Ranchers member, who does not derive a majority of income from an owned operation, for excellence in agriculture and Oklahoma Farm Bureau. Participants are judged on involvement in agriculture, leadership ability, and involvement in Farm Bureau and other organizations. The winner will receive a Polaris four-wheeler sponsored by Chisholm Trail Farm Credit and Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma.
YF&R Discussion Meet
Held during convention, participants are judged on the ability to express ideas and opinions in an attempt to influence each other by posing and answering questions on the issues driving agriculture today. The goal is to reach a solution to a stated problem. The winner will receive an X230 John Deere lawn mower, sponsored by P&K Equipment.
YF&R Charles Roff Award
Designed to encourage members to build stronger county programs and to strengthen the organization by increasing participation in state activities, this award recognizes Oklahoma’s top county Young Farmers and Ranchers committee. Applications are judged based on the county’s activities throughout the year. The winner will receive a traveling trophy.
Secretary of the Year Award
This award honors county office secretaries for their contributions to the overall success of their county Farm Bureau.
Winners will be announced during the Nov. 13-15 convention, and on our website and social media platforms.
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