By Rio Bonham Today is no ordinary day for students at the local elementary school. Today, every child has the opportunity to glimpse what different professions have to offer. Today is career day. The halls are bustling with even more rambunctious energy than usual. Spelling words and multiplication tables are the last of the children’s worries, such struggles have no place on a special occasion. The gym is packed with booths marketing everything from nursing to construction. After a morning of roaming from booth to booth, the future of America sits down in the cafeteria. As one little boy finishes […]
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Application deadline extended to March 20 for $1,000 YF&R scholarships
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee has extended the deadline for applications for its annual $1,000 scholarships for high school seniors who will pursue a higher degree in agriculture after graduation. Applications now must be postmarked by no later than March 20, 2018. Nine $1,000 scholarships, one from each OKFB state board district, will be awarded to high school seniors pursuing a career in agriculture at an Oklahoma institution of high learning as a full-time student. The deadline for applications has been extended to March 20, 2018. Applications must be postmarked no later than March 20, 2018. Applicants must […]
16th Annual YF&R Golf Classic to be held May 4 in Guthrie
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers will host its 16th Annual YF&R Golf Classic on Friday, May 4 at the Cedar Valley Golf Club in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Proceeds of the event will benefit the OKFB Legal Foundation, which defends the rights of Oklahoma farmers and ranchers. Check-in for the annual scramble-style tournament will begin at 7:30 a.m. with tee off at 9 a.m. Prizes will be awarded to the top three teams, along with awards for longest drive and closest to the hole. Registration is open through April 27. The cost is $350 for a team of four […]
Eleven state legislators honored with 2017 OKFB Champion Award
Eleven state legislators were honored with the 2017 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Champion Award during the OKFB Leadership Conference March 5 in Oklahoma City. The award is presented to state lawmakers who went above and beyond to uphold agriculture and rural Oklahoma in 2017. “As a grassroots farm organization, we exist to fight for the betterment of agriculture and rural Oklahoma,” said Rodd Moesel, OKFB president. “We are proud to honor these 11 individuals who have worked tirelessly to support family farmers and ranchers across the state.” The 2017 OKFB Champion Award recipients include Senate President Pro Tem Mike Schulz, Sen. […]
OKFB to host gubernatorial candidate panel at leadership conference
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members will hear from candidates seeking to serve as the next governor of Oklahoma during the organization’s leadership conference held March 5 and 6 at the Skirvin Hilton Hotel in Oklahoma City. At least four candidates will share their vision and goals for the state during the forum held March 5 at 3 p.m. Candidates also will have an opportunity to offer their views on agriculture and rural issues. “This year’s gubernatorial election represents a significant moment for the future of the state of Oklahoma,” said Rodd Moesel, OKFB president. “We’re excited to provide Farm Bureau members […]
Caddo County celebrates Farm Bureau Week by giving back to community
In celebration of Oklahoma Farm Bureau Week, Caddo County Farm Bureau donated more than $12,000 to senior nutrition centers, 4-H and FFA programs and fire departments throughout the county. Senior nutrition centers in Anadarko, Apache, Binger, Carnegie, Cement, Cyril, Fort Cobb and Hinton each received $500 to help fund nutrition programs in the county. The centers provide meals for senior citizens free-of-charge. “We try to support the community in any way that we can,” said Wayne Taggart, Caddo County Farm Bureau president. “Our rural communities are really the ones that feed the nation. By giving back to our local communities, […]
Berry, Patton join OKFB as field representatives
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has recently named Haley Berry and Caylie Patton as field representatives. In their new roles, the two will serve as liaisons between county Farm Bureaus and the state Farm Bureau. Berry will serve Beckham, Caddo, Cotton, Comanche, Greer, Harmon, Jackson, Jefferson, Kiowa, Stephens, Tillman and Washita counties as the southwestern field representative. “Growing up was nothing but faith, family, food and Farm Bureau,” Berry said. “I now look forward to serving as a voice for our members.” A native of Central High, Oklahoma, Berry was raised on a cattle ranch. Her family also owns a livestock auction […]
YF&R to host legislative day March 4-5
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members ages 18 to 35 are invited to attend the Young Famers and Ranchers Legislative Day held March 4 and 5 in Oklahoma City. The event is an opportunity for YF&R members to network with one another, learn about Farm Bureau policy, and promote agriculture and rural Oklahoma at the state Capitol. The event will begin with an evening at Top Golf on March 4 at 6 p.m. On Monday, March 5, members will head to the state Capitol to be briefed by the OKFB Public Policy team before visiting with state legislators. Participants also are encouraged […]
Ron Justice named OKFB’s vice president of public policy
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has named Ron Justice vice president of public policy. In his new role, Justice will direct the advocacy of Farm Bureau member policy at the state Capitol and throughout Oklahoma. “From his time as an extension agent to serving in the state Senate, Ron has always been a staunch advocate for agriculture and rural Oklahoma,” said Rodd Moesel, OKFB president. “We’re honored to have him take the helm of our policy efforts, and look forward to all he will accomplish for our farmers and ranchers.” Raised on a farm in Blaine County, Justice served the Oklahoma State […]
OKFB announces John Deere member benefit
John Deere now offers GreenFleet Loyalty Rewards to Oklahoma Farm Bureau members. OKFB members receive discounts, special low rate financing, and all other benefits associated with GreenFleet Platinum 2 status. It’s easy to become a GreenFleet member, too: just sign up for John Deere GreenFleet Loyalty Rewards program using a valid member ID and zip code for membership verification, and become a Platinum 2 level by visiting www.JohnDeere.com/FarmBureau. OKFB members are eligible for the following benefits as Platinum 2 status members: Discounts on the following categories of equipment: $350-$3,200 off Commercial Mowing $100-$250 off Residential Mowing $200-$350 off Utility Vehicles […]
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