The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers will hold their 15th annual YF&R Golf Classic Friday, May 12 at SilverHorn Golf Club in Oklahoma City. The annual scramble-style tournament opens with check-in at 11:30 a.m., and golfers will tee off at 1 p.m. Several prizes will be awarded, and lunch will be provided. All proceeds from the event will be given to benefit the OKFB Legal Foundation. Registration is being accepted now through May 5 for teams and individuals. The cost is $350 per team of four golfers or $90 per individual. Mulligans can be purchased for $10 each, […]
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OKFB partners with Love’s Travel Stops, Farm Credit Associations of Oklahoma to fund fire relief
In the wake of devastating wildfires throughout northwest Oklahoma, Oklahoma Farm Bureau has partnered with Love’s Travel Stops and Farm Credit Associations of Oklahoma to fund relief for fire victims. The three organizations have furnished gift cards for fuel to those transporting donated hay to the affected area. “It’s in these times of disaster that we see the true spirit of Oklahomans. As farmers and ranchers, it’s our duty to help each other when in need,” said Tom Buchanan, OKFB president. “We consider it a privilege to play a small part in the relief efforts.” An estimated 1.4 million acres […]
OKFB commodity tour to visit central Oklahoma May 3-5
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members will travel to the Heart of the Arbuckles in central Oklahoma during OKFB’s annual commodity tour May 3-5. The three-day tour will feature history, way of life, customs, industry and commodities of the south-central area. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit a variety of farms and agribusinesses, including Valley View Pecans, Red Oak Farms, the Noble Foundation and much more. The latest tour schedule is provided, and updated schedules will be available on the OKFB website as tour details become finalized. Buses will load for the tour at the OKFB home office in Oklahoma City. […]
Oklahoma Farm Bureau provides resources for giving and those receiving wildfire relief
If you would like to donate relief effort funds, please make checks payable to Oklahoma Farming and Ranching Foundation and put “Fire Relief” in the memo line and send to 2501 N. Stiles, Oklahoma City, OK 73105. If farmers and ranchers need hay, please reach out to the Harper County Extension Office at 580-735-2252. Emergency donations and information is available below. The immediate needs are hay and trucking services to transport hay. Below are the drop-off points if you would like to donate hay.
OKFB offers statement regarding wildfires in northwest Oklahoma
Oklahoma Farm Bureau, in acknowledgement of Gov. Mary Fallin’s recent executive order supporting relief efforts for extreme drought and dangerous fires affecting thousands of acres across northwest Oklahoma, offers a statement in support of those affected by this disaster. “Our hearts go out to the Oklahomans and others who have been affected by this serious wildfire situation,” said Tom Buchanan, Oklahoma Farm Bureau president. “We must stand by the farmers, ranchers, and rural residents who have experienced serious threats to their homes and livelihoods. These are the good people providing our food, fiber and fuel every day, and today our […]
OKFB members hear from state leaders during legislative conference
Farm Bureau leaders from across the state gathered to discuss policy for agriculture and rural Oklahoma during the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Legislative Leadership Conference in Oklahoma City March 6-7. The two-day conference gave Farm Bureau members an opportunity to learn about statewide policy issues and visit with state leaders and legislators. Nine individuals named OKFB Champions were honored during a reception with Farm Bureau members and more than 40 other state leaders and legislators. OKFB Champion Award recipients included former Oklahoma Attorney General Scott Pruitt, Senate Pro Tem Mike Schulz, House Speaker Charles McCall, House Speaker Pro Tem Harold Wright, […]
‘Get Out of My Space’ theme promoted during Agricultural Safety Awareness Program Week
Farm Bureaus across the nation are recognizing Agricultural Safety Awareness Program Week (March 5-11) by encouraging respect for spaces around farm equipment and tasks. “Get Out of My Space!” is the theme of the week, noted Kalena Bruce, chair of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee. Grain bins, grain wagons, manure pits, tractor seats and livestock flight zones are all “spaces” on farms and ranches that require caution to avoid injury. “It’s easy to take these spaces for granted when you work around them every day on the farm and ranch, but it only takes a […]
Blaine County Farm Bureau offering two $2,000 scholarships
Blaine County Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for two $2,000 scholarships for students attending Watonga, Geary, Okeene or Canton public schools who plan to pursue a higher education degree in agriculture after graduation. Students applying for the scholarship must be a graduating high school senior, must have a 2.5 GPA or better, and must enroll full-time in an agriculture program at an accredited Oklahoma institution of high learning. Scholarships will be given after proof of a second-semester enrollment in an agriculture program. Applications must be postmarked no later than April 15, 2017. For applications, check with your school counselors […]
OKFB praises executive order on WOTUS rule
President Donald Trump today issued an executive order calling on the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to overhaul the Obama administration’s overreaching Waters of the U.S. rule. OKFB President Tom Buchanan issued the following statement praising President Trump’s actions. Feb. 28, 2017–“Oklahoma Farm Bureau is delighted today by President Trump’s executive order to overhaul the EPA’s Waters of the U.S. rule, which is a perfect example of regulatory overreach by a rogue federal agency. “The WOTUS rule, which defined the waters protected under the Clean Water Act, would have vastly expanded EPA jurisdiction by giving […]
OKFB to dedicate commemorative courtyard March 7
Oklahoma Farm Bureau recently announced the celebration of the organization’s 75th anniversary in 2017. To commemorate this milestone, OKFB is dedicating a new plaza Tuesday, March 7, at 12 p.m. The ceremony will take place on the southeast side of the home office after the adjournment of the Legislative Leadership Conference. Members will enjoy a short presentation followed by a light lunch and refreshments. With 95,000 members statewide, Oklahoma Farm Bureau is connected to County Farm Bureaus in all 77 Oklahoma counties. Designed by an Oklahoma-based architecture firm, the courtyard will contain 77 pillar sculptures, each one in the […]
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