Complete the form below to register for OKFB’s 2025 Collegiate or YF&R discussion meet.
Collegiate Discussion Meet: Thursday, November 6 at 4:30 p.m., Omni Hotel – Oklahoma City
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Collegiate Discussion meet is for members of an Oklahoma Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter. The collegiate winner will compete at the 2026 American Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Conference in Portland, Oregon.
YF&R Discussion Meet: Friday, November 7 at 8 a.m., Omni Hotel – Oklahoma City
2025 Discussion Meet Questions:
- Urban sprawl presents significant challenges for farmers and ranchers, impacting access to land and resources. We see that 1.9 million acres of agricultural land are lost to development each year. How can Farm Bureau help promote responsible growth in communities while mitigating the loss of farms, ranches, and the agrarian way of life?
- Technology has made the world more interconnected than ever, creating new avenues for communication with policymakers. How can digital engagement be leveraged to effectively connect Farm Bureau members with their local, state, and national elected and appointed officials?
- There are numerous resources available to support seamless farm and ranch succession planning. How can Farm Bureau help increase understanding, access and utilization of tools and resources that help facilitate the smooth transition of land and capital from one generation to the next?
- Farmers and ranchers are at the forefront of environmental stewardship. From soil health to local ecosystems, producers are concerned about how to be both environmentally and financially sustainable. How can farmers and ranchers effectively advance environmental stewardship while balancing the needs of their farms?
- Farm Bureau offers a diverse range of member benefits at the state and national levels. What strategies can be implemented to ensure members are fully informed about the savings on products and services available to them? Additionally, how can young farmers and ranchers leverage these industry relationships to strengthen local partnerships and increase utilization of these discounts to keep their operations running smoothly?
Applications must be submitted by October 31, 2025. For more information, contact Burton Harmon using our online contact form.
