The Oklahoma Farm Bureau is excited to welcome the inaugural members of its OKFB Caucus. Comprised of Farm Bureau-members in the state legislature, the OKFB Caucus is a non-partisan group created to foster fellowship and discussion of agricultural and rural policy issues. “As Oklahoma continually becomes more urban and less rural, it’s important for those who value agriculture and the rural way of life to join forces,” said Tom Buchanan, OKFB president. “This group is designed to ensure farmers and ranchers, and rural Oklahoma, continues to thrive into the future.” The inaugural members are listed below. An asterisk (*) denotes […]
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OKFB hosts successful 75th annual convention
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members from across the state met in Oklahoma City Nov. 11-13 where they elected new leaders, set organizational policy for the coming year and recognized the contributions of outstanding members with numerous awards. Voting delegates at the 75th Oklahoma Farm Bureau Annual Meeting elected three state board members to represent their districts for a three-year term. Rodd Moesel of Canadian County was re-elected to the board representing District 3. James Fuser of Ottawa County was re-elected to represent District 6. Jim Meeks of Okmulgee County was elected to serve his first term on the board representing District […]
OKFB members reaffirm feral hog policy
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau delegate body reaffirmed its backing of feral hog eradication during the organization’s annual meeting Nov. 12 in Oklahoma City. Members from all 77 county Farm Bureaus gathered to set policy to direct the organization throughout the coming year. Feral, or wild, hogs are an invasive species found in all 77 counties costing farmers and ranchers millions of dollars in damage to property, equipment and facilities. “Feral hogs are still an onerous burden for farmers and ranchers across the state,” Buchanan said. “We fought for eradication last year and will continue to do so until the invasive […]
YF&R Excellence in Agriculture Award presented to Payne County member
Rachel Pickens was named the winner of Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award on Nov. 11 at OKFB’s 75th Annual Convention in Oklahoma City. The award recognizes successful young adults ages 35 years or younger who are involved in farming, but whose primary occupations are not farming or owning an agricultural business. Winners are chosen based on their involvement in agriculture and participation in Oklahoma Farm Bureau and other community organizations. Known as the “Oklahoma Land Lady,” Rachel is a successful realtor in Payne County. In 2010, she opened an agritourism venue, which also serves […]
Oklahoma Farm Bureau honors members during awards session
Oklahoma Farm Bureau presented its top awards to members and counties during the organization’s 75th Annual Meeting Nov. 11 in Oklahoma City. The awards recognize individuals and counties for leadership, service and excellence within Farm Bureau and the agricultural industry. Awards and winners are listed below, along with a link to a press release, photo and more information. Farm Family of the YearMaschino familyTexas County Farm Bureau Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau AwardBilly GibsonPontotoc County Farm Bureau YF&R Achievement AwardIsaac FisherComanche County Farm Bureau YF&R Excellence in Agriculture AwardRachel PickensPayne County Farm Bureau YF&R Charles Roff AwardComanche County Young […]
Comanche County honored with top county Young Farmers and Ranchers award
Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Comanche County Young Farmers and Ranchers committee is the 2016 recipient of the Charles L. Roff Award. The award was presented in Oklahoma City at the OKFB 75th Annual Meeting Nov. 11. The Charles L. Roff Award encourages county YF&R groups to improve their local committees and activity participation while strengthening the Farm Bureau organization. The goal of Comanche County YF&R is to keep agriculture alive and encourage younger generations to aspire to be in the agriculture field. The county’s highlight activities for the year included visiting the local farmer’s market to answer questions about Oklahoma’s Right […]
Howard wins Oklahoma Farm Bureau Discussion Meet
Jennifer Howard of Jackson County was named the 2016 Young Farmers and Ranchers Discussion Meet winner at the Oklahoma Farm Bureau 75th Annual Meeting Nov. 11 in Oklahoma City. Howard competed against four other participants in three rounds of debate-style discussion where performance was evaluated on the exchange of ideas and information on pre-determined topics. Participants were judged on their ability to offer constructive criticism, cooperation and communication while analyzing agricultural problems and developing solutions. “This is a great opportunity to promote this industry that we all love and feel so passionate about,” Howard said. “I’m grateful to the sponsor […]
Alfalfa County Farm Bureau recognized for local affairs and public relations
Oklahoma Farm Bureau presented Alfalfa County with the Lewis H. Munn Farm Bureau Builders Award during the OKFB 75th Annual Convention on Nov. 11 in Oklahoma City. The award is named after the second president of Oklahoma Farm Bureau, and each year a specific area of involvement is judged for the award. This year’s area was local affairs and public relations. Alfalfa County Farm Bureau coordinated with their county Conservation District to purchase equipment that local farmers can rent to improve their land. This county raffled off a rifle to help raise awareness and funds for State Question 777. The […]
Seminole County Farm Bureau receives top county award
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has named Seminole County the John I. Taylor Award winner for 2016. The announcement was made at the OKFB 75th Annual Convention Nov. 11 in Oklahoma City. The John I. Taylor Award is named after OKFB’s first president and serves as the organization’s highest county honor. County winners are required to earn the Four-Star Presidential Award and excel in at least six different program areas. This past year, members of the Seminole County Farm Bureau excelled in several program areas, including program planning, membership, public policy involvement, local affairs and public relations, safety, and service to members. […]
Morrow receives Farm Bureau Golden Eagle award
Charles Morrow of Pontotoc County Farm Bureau was presented with the Golden Eagle Award Nov. 11 during the Oklahoma Farm Bureau 75th Annual Meeting in Oklahoma City. The Golden Eagle award is presented each year to the individual or county who has worked to recruit the most new members throughout the year. These memberships were not based on insurance services, but instead joined as stand-alone members of the federation. “I just let them know we’re a farm organization that is involved in legislation and politics to some extent, and that we’re not just an insurance company,” Morrow said when asked […]
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