The Oklahoma Farm Bureau is excited to welcome the inaugural members of its OKFB Caucus. Comprised of Farm Bureau-members in the state legislature, the OKFB Caucus is a non-partisan group created to foster fellowship and discussion of agricultural and rural policy issues. “As Oklahoma continually becomes more urban and less rural, it’s important for those who value agriculture and the rural way of life to join forces,” said Tom Buchanan, OKFB president. “This group is designed to ensure farmers and ranchers, and rural Oklahoma, continues to thrive into the future.” The inaugural members are listed below. An asterisk (*) denotes […]
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OKFB hosts successful 75th annual convention
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members from across the state met in Oklahoma City Nov. 11-13 where they elected new leaders, set organizational policy for the coming year and recognized the contributions of outstanding members with numerous awards. Voting delegates at the 75th Oklahoma Farm Bureau Annual Meeting elected three state board members to represent their districts for a three-year term. Rodd Moesel of Canadian County was re-elected to the board representing District 3. James Fuser of Ottawa County was re-elected to represent District 6. Jim Meeks of Okmulgee County was elected to serve his first term on the board representing District […]
OKFB members reaffirm feral hog policy
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau delegate body reaffirmed its backing of feral hog eradication during the organization’s annual meeting Nov. 12 in Oklahoma City. Members from all 77 county Farm Bureaus gathered to set policy to direct the organization throughout the coming year. Feral, or wild, hogs are an invasive species found in all 77 counties costing farmers and ranchers millions of dollars in damage to property, equipment and facilities. “Feral hogs are still an onerous burden for farmers and ranchers across the state,” Buchanan said. “We fought for eradication last year and will continue to do so until the invasive […]
YF&R Excellence in Agriculture Award presented to Payne County member
Rachel Pickens was named the winner of Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award on Nov. 11 at OKFB’s 75th Annual Convention in Oklahoma City. The award recognizes successful young adults ages 35 years or younger who are involved in farming, but whose primary occupations are not farming or owning an agricultural business. Winners are chosen based on their involvement in agriculture and participation in Oklahoma Farm Bureau and other community organizations. Known as the “Oklahoma Land Lady,” Rachel is a successful realtor in Payne County. In 2010, she opened an agritourism venue, which also serves […]
Farm Family of the Year awarded to the Maschino family
Roger and Idella Maschino of Guymon were named the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Farm Family of the Year during OKFB’s 75th Annual Meeting Nov. 11 in Oklahoma City. “It’s very humbling, but very honoring,” Roger Maschino said shortly after being named farm family of the year. “We’re proud to be Americans, and we’re proud to be in agriculture, and we just pray that we will be a lighthouse and a good example of American agriculture and Farm Bureau for the state of Oklahoma.” The Maschinos raise cattle in Texas, Cimarron and Delaware counties. The couple is focused on quality animals, which […]
Gibson honored with OKFB Distinguished Service Award
Billy Gibson of Pontotoc County was recognized with the Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau Award during the OKFB 75th Annual Convention Nov. 11 in Oklahoma City. The award honors OKFB members who have made outstanding contributions to agriculture and the Farm Bureau organization. Gibson has been in agriculture for nearly 42 years and served several terms on the Oklahoma Farm Bureau State Board of Directors as well as on the Pontotoc County Farm Bureau board since 1978. He is active in a cow/calf and stocker/feeder operation in addition to his contributions to the pecan industry. He has attended 23 […]
YF&R Achievement Award presented to Comanche County member
Isaac Fisher of Comanche County was named the winner of the 2016 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Achievement Award. He was recognized as OKFB’s top young farming and ranching individual at the 75th annual convention on Nov. 11 in Oklahoma City. Fisher concentrates on raising stocker cattle and growing wheat and cotton near the southwest Oklahoma town of Chattanooga. He also runs a custom haying business swathing and baling hay for fellow farmers and ranchers in the area. “It’s an honor to even be considered for this award,” Fisher said. “To be recognized for the Achievement Award from […]
Oklahoma Young Farmers and Ranchers name high school discussion meet winner
Dalton Miller of Blanchard, Oklahoma, was named the winner of the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers high school discussion meet held Thursday, Nov. 10, in Oklahoma City. Luke Muller, Elizabeth Schneider, Cody Courtney and Miranda Gilchrist were the other four finalists. “This event provides students with experience discussing agricultural issues with their peers,” said Brittany Mikles. “These young people will help tell the story of farmers and ranchers for generations to come.” Miller is a student at Amber-Pocasset High School in Amber, Oklahoma, where he is active in his local FFA chapter. “I’m so thankful to this great […]
OKFB President Tom Buchanan issues statement on outcome of State Question 777
Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Tom Buchanan issued the following statement after State Question 777, Oklahoma’s Right to Farm, did not pass. “On behalf of the more than 26,000 family farmers and ranchers, Oklahoma Farm Bureau wants to thank the thousands of Oklahomans who voted for State Question 777, Oklahoma’s Right to Farm. Family farmers and ranchers of Oklahoma work hard to provide the safest, most affordable food this Nation has seen. Although we are disappointed in today’s vote, we will not waver in our commitment to ensuring our family farmers and ranchers can continue to operate without fear from outside […]
Three OKFB candidates elected to State Senate
Three candidates with Oklahoma Farm Bureau ties were elected Tuesday to serve in the Oklahoma State Senate. Roland Pederson, longtime OKFB member and former state board member, Lonnie Paxton, Oklahoma Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company agent, and Chris Kidd, OKFB vice president of membership and organization, each overwhelmingly won their respective races. “As Oklahomans become further removed from the farm, we must have elected leaders who value our farmers and ranchers,” said Monica Wilke, OKFB executive director. “We are proud of Roland, Chris and Lonnie, and know they will fight for agriculture at the state Capitol.” Burlington native Roland Pederson […]
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