Oklahoma Farm Bureau has named Mark Yates vice president of field services and membership recruitment. In his new role, Yates will work alongside field services directors and county Farm Bureaus to develop and enhance member engagement and involvement. “I am confident in Mark’s ability to lead field representatives as they fulfill the vital role of communicating with county Farm Bureau leaders and members,” said Monica Wilke, Oklahoma Farm Bureau executive director. “In his new position, Mark will help guarantee a bright future for our organization by working side-by-side with county Farm Bureaus to strengthen and broaden their membership.” Yates began […]
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YF&R members to visit Ardmore-area for annual conference
Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee has released a preliminary schedule of events for the group’s leadership conference July 13-15 in Ardmore. The conference will include sessions and workshops at the Holiday Inn as well as on-site tours in the Ardmore-area, including Oklahoma Steel and Wire Company, the Tishomingo National Fish Hatchery and the Sam Noble Research Institute in Ardmore. The latest conference schedule is provided, and updated schedules will be available on the OKFB website as more details become finalized.
 To register, send this form to Zac Swartz by email to Zac.Swartz@okfb.com or by mail to Zac […]
OKFB WLC Safety Day canceled
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee’s Youth Safety Day scheduled for June 2 has been canceled. We thank everyone interested in the event and apologize for any inconvenience. Please contact Marcia Irvin for any questions at (405) 523-2405.
YF&R golf tournament raises funds for OKFB Legal Foundation
More than $10,000 was raised for the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Legal Foundation during the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers Golf Tournament on Friday, May 12 at the Silverhorn Golf Club in Oklahoma City. More than 70 golfers making up approximately 20 teams played in the annual scramble-style tournament. “We had a lot of fun at this year’s golf tournament, and we’re thankful for everyone’s contributions to the legal foundation,” said Travis Schnaithman, YF&R chairman. “We hope our donations will help the foundation continue to defend Oklahoma’s farmers and ranchers in future legal issues.” The winning team included golfers […]
2017 OKFB YF&R scholarship winners announced
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers & Ranchers selected nine Oklahoma high school students to receive $1,000 scholarships to study agriculture at an institution of higher education in Oklahoma. “Agriculture plays such an important role in Oklahoma, and our Young Farmers & Ranchers committee is honored to help Oklahoma students continue their passion for agriculture,” said Travis Schnaithman, OKFB YF&R Chairman. “We hope this scholarship will help develop the next generation of agriculturalists who will go on to create the future of our industry.” The nine students receiving 2017 YF&R scholarships are: Anna Blasdel, OKFB district one Luke Muller, OKFB […]
YF&R High School Discussion Meet to be held July 18; registration deadline is July 12
Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers will hold their annual High School Discussion Meet during Oklahoma State University’s Big Three Field Days on Tuesday, July 18 at 2 p.m. in the OSU Animal Science Building in Stillwater. The contest is open to current high school students in 4-H or FFA. Each club or chapter may send one participant, who must attend a brief orientation on July 18 before the contest begins. The meet provides 4-H and FFA members throughout the state with an educational opportunity to enhance their speaking, reasoning and presentation skills all while analyzing issues in agriculture. The […]
Kiowa County Farm Bureau announces annual essay contest winners
The Kiowa County Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee recently announced the winners of the fourth-grade essay contest. This year’s winners of the contest are: 1st Place: Reese King, Hobart 2nd Place: Luke Tacker, Hobart 3rd Place: Aerial Bailey, Hobart 3rd Place: TJ Handlin, Snyder The contest winners and their guests enjoyed a delicious potluck meal prepared by Greg Holt, a Kiowa County Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance agent, and the Kiowa County WLC. Also in attendance were the Kiowa County Farm Bureau Board of Directors and Dawayne Smith, insurance agents manager. This year’s contestants entered the essay contest with the prompt […]
OKFB offers new Grasshopper Mower member benefit
You work hard to keep your piece of America looking its best, so why not choose a mower made in the USA to take care of it? Oklahoma Farm Bureau members can now receive a 15 percent discount on all Grasshopper makes and models as well as implements and accessories purchased with a mower. Made in America by hard-working people committed to craftsmanship, durability and attention to detail, Grasshopper mowers can help keep your piece of land looking its best. In addition, these products are designed with the best features that make mowing easier, more productive and more powerful. Sitting […]
Spring 2017 issue of Oklahoma Country now available online
The latest issue of Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Oklahoma Country magazine arrived in mailboxes last week and is now available online for electronic viewing. The Spring 2017 issue features the new OKFB Commemorative Courtyard in celebration of the organization’s 75th anniversary. You’ll also read the second installment in the OKFB 75th anniversary series, highlighting the new challenges and unlikely victories of the 1950s and 1960s, in addition to another story featuring the devastating wildfires in northwest Oklahoma and the family farmers and ranchers who found hope through the tragedy. The magazine also features OKFB President Tom Buchanan’s Presidentially Speaking column, OKFB Executive […]
GM member benefit ending May 31, 2017
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members have a limited time to save on a Chevrolet, Buick or GMC vehicle purchase before the company’s member benefit ends on May 31, 2017. This OKFB member benefit allows Farm Bureau members to receive $500 FB Bonus Cash toward the purchase or lease of most new Chevrolet, Buick and GMC vehicles with a Farm Bureau discount certificate. To redeem, print a discount certificate and present it to your local dealer. To print your certificate, click here. The certificate must be presented to the dealership prior to purchase and is good for 60 days after issuance. FB Bonus […]
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