Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at 4:30 p.m., Redlands Community College
Complete the form below to register for OKFB’s 2024 high school discussion meet.
OKFB’s high school discussion meet is open to Oklahoma high school students, with a maximum of two students per school. After registering, you will receive a discussion meet manual. (You may request a manual before registration if you are needing more information)
Awards will be presented to the top four contestants at the OKFB Convention on November 8, 2024 at the 1:30 p.m. session:
- First Place: $1,000
- Second Place: $500
- Third Place: $350
- Fourth Place: $200
2024 Discussion Meet Questions:
- Increases in the price of agricultural land make access and ownership of land one of the biggest hurdles for young farmers and ranchers looking to start or expand farms and ranches. How can young farmers and ranchers position themselves to react to competition for agricultural land?
- Some younger members may find it challenging to become involved in their county Farm Bureau. What are some ways that county Farm Bureaus can encourage involvement from young members and how can actively engaged young board members help their county Farm Bureaus plan for the future?
- Farmers and ranchers are reliant on multiple energy sources to run equipment, heat livestock barns and power storage and maintenance facilities. How can Farm Bureau work with energy companies, local governments and rural communities to increase domestic energy production, minimize loss of agricultural land and protect private property rights?
- Young farmers and ranchers are finding they need to diversify their farm portfolio. What are some ways that young farmers and ranchers can utilize diversification to explore new revenue sources? How can Farm Bureau support members as they strengthen their farm and ranch businesses?
Applications must be submitted by October 1, 2024. For more information, contact Holly Carroll using our online contact form.
