The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture collected more than $110,000 in donations and matching funds to help spur recovery efforts in the aftermath of springtime wildfires in the state. Donations were collected from late February through March 15. The foundation, Oklahoma Farm Bureau and Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance each offered $10,000 in dollar-for-dollar matching funds. In total, more than $80,000 in relief donations were received, and the full $30,000 in matching dollars were contributed to the foundation’s fire relief fund, resulting in a total of more than $110,000 available for fire relief efforts to aid in recovery. Donations were […]
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County Farm Bureaus, OKFB donate more than $12,000 to feed Oklahomans in need through Farm Bureau Cares matching program
Oklahoma Farm Bureau teamed up with county Farm Bureaus to donate a total of $12,400 to food pantries and food assistance programs across the state through the 2024 Farm Bureau Cares: Community Food Donation Matching Program. This year, more than 30 county Farm Bureaus and county Women’s Leadership Committees made donations to nutrition assistance programs in their communities, including local community food banks, church meal programs, organizations helping victims of domestic violence and more. Launched in 2021, the program encourages county Farm Bureaus to make donations of food or money to organizations that help meet the nutritional needs of local […]
OKFB members elevate voice of agriculture in Washington, D.C.
More than 50 Oklahoma Farm Bureau members traveled to Washington, D.C., April 8-12 to advocate for agriculture and learn about the latest national issues facing the industry during OKFB’s 2024 Washington, D.C., Summit fly-in. The trip included congressional briefings, industry updates, group activities and time to tour the sights of our nation’s capital, allowing Oklahoma farmers and ranchers an opportunity to share their perspectives with officials and industry representatives who craft laws and oversee regulations impacting agriculture. Congressional briefings A series of congressional briefings highlighted the 2024 Washington, D.C., Summit, and members had the chance to hear from Sens. James […]
OKFB Foundation for Ag Watermelon Challenge sign-ups open through April 19
Second-grade teachers can now enroll their classrooms in a watermelon-growing contest through the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture’s fourth-annual Watermelon Challenge. During the challenge, students will grow their very own watermelon from seeds provided by the foundation for a chance to win prizes. The challenge illustrates the hard work and effort Oklahoma farmers and ranchers undertake when growing and raising food. Schools participating in the challenge will receive watermelon seed packets, an activity book and resources with lessons for each student in their classroom. After teachers work through the provided lessons, students and their families are encouraged to plant […]
OWRB to host third round of stakeholder input meetings in April and May
The Oklahoma Water Resources Board is set to host the third round of stakeholder input meetings in April and May. As the largest user of water in Oklahoma, it is crucial for agriculture to have a voice in these meetings. The stakeholder meetings will center on the impending updates to Oklahoma’s Comprehensive Water Plan with discussions on water policy, future water supply and demand, water challenges and more. Registration is not required to attend the in-person meetings. For more information on the stakeholder input meetings and OCWP changes, visit the OWRB website. Upcoming meeting dates All meetings are scheduled for […]
OKFB WLC hosts annual Farm City Festival
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee shared the agriculture story with legislators during the group’s annual Farm City Festival at the Oklahoma State Capitol Wednesday, March 27. WLC members hosted a lunch in the second-floor rotunda of the Capitol for legislators, their staff and Capitol employees to thank them for supporting policies that enable Oklahoma farmers and ranchers to continue providing food, fuel and fiber for a growing world. “Our Farm City Festival is a tradition,” said Mignon Bolay, OKFB WLC chair. “It is a tradition for the Farm Bureau women to come to the Capitol and thank our […]
OKFB supports ag youth at 2024 OYE Sale of Champions
Oklahoma Farm Bureau supported Oklahoma agriculture youth at the 2024 Oklahoma Youth Expo Sale of Champions on Friday, March 22, where OKFB purchased premiums for 66 exhibitors. OKFB contributed a total of $45,000 in premiums and add-on premiums during the Friday-night sale. OKFB also purchased the chalice for the grand champion steer, which was exhibited by Ruby Bell of Bristow FFA. OKFB partnered with fellow agriculture and rural organizations and businesses to purchase premiums of cattle, hogs, sheep and goats exhibited by Oklahoma 4-H and FFA members at the annual youth livestock show. The sale serves as an opportunity for […]
OKFB welcomes new staff members
Oklahoma Farm Bureau welcomed two new staff members to the organization in February. Chloe Black Chloe Black joined OKFB as coordinator of collegiate, special projects and YF&R. In her role, Black will work with the Young Farmers & Ranchers program to support events and activities in addition to facilitating and growing Collegiate Farm Bureau programs at colleges and universities around the state. She will also conduct OKFB safety programs, focusing on the southern half of the state. “Having grown up in a family heavily involved in the agriculture industry, I am excited to pursue a career with Oklahoma Farm Bureau […]
OKFB Washington, D.C., Summit registration open through March 15
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members will travel to Washington, D.C. April 8-12 to advocate for agriculture issues and rural Oklahoma during OKFB’s 2024 Washington, D.C., Summit. OKFB members can register now through Friday, March 15, to travel to our nation’s capital with fellow Farm Bureau members to visit with Oklahoma’s congressional delegation and hear from D.C.-based industry and business leaders. OKFB is offering its members a hotel room package for the duration of the trip at $2,200 for a single-occupancy room and $2,800 for a double-occupancy room. The package includes a four-night hotel stay at either the Hyatt or Canopy by […]
Marty Williams receives Oklahoma Leopold Conservation Award
Marty Williams of Red Rock is the recipient of the Oklahoma Leopold Conservation Award. The award honors farmers, ranchers, and forestland owners who go above and beyond in their management of soil health, water quality and wildlife habitat on working land. Marty, a farmer from Noble County, was revealed as the award recipient at the Oklahoma Association of Conservation Districts’ Annual Meeting on February 26. He and his wife Crystal received $10,000 for being selected. Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, the award recognizes farmers and forestland owners who inspire others with their dedication to environmental improvement. In […]
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