The state’s largest farm organization is calling upon the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry to immediately enact emergency rules to stop the movement of wild hogs in Oklahoma. “We believe ODAFF has the regulatory authority to take immediate action today to stop movement of these feral swine,” said Tom Buchanan, president of Oklahoma Farm Bureau. “ODAFF should take action by using their emergency rulemaking power. We must stop the transportation of these wild hogs. Our multibillion-dollar agriculture industry is at risk from disease spread by and damage caused these feral hogs.” Several large agriculture groups oppose any movement […]
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YF&R Golf Classic to be held May 8 in Enid
Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee will hold their 13th annual Golf Classic May 8 at Pheasant Run Golf Course in Enid. The scramble-style event is held to benefit the OKFB Legal Foundation. Check-in will be at 10:30 a.m. on the 8th with lunch at 11 a.m. and tee-off at noon. Registration is now open for both teams and individuals. The cost is $350 for a team of four, or $90 per individual. Teams must be registered and pay by May 1. Spots will fill up quickly, so be sure to register early. Hole sponsorships are available for […]
OKFB praises OK House’s passage of right-to-farm resolution
Oklahoma Farm Bureau thanks the Oklahoma House of Representatives for passing HJR 1012 Tuesday, which would give Oklahoma voters the opportunity to constitutionally protect farming and ranching in the state of Oklahoma. “Agriculture is of vital importance to our state and our nation, not just as a major economic driver, but also as a matter of national security,” said John Collison, OKFB’s vice president of public policy and communications. “We thank the house for taking the first step in passing this joint resolution, which would ultimately allow Oklahomans to ensure a future for an industry that is vital to our […]
OKFB to explore northeast Oklahoma on annual commodity tour
Oklahoma Farm Bureau will be holding the 2015 Commodity Tour March 25-27 in northeast Oklahoma. The theme for this year’s tour is “Osage to the Ozarks: A Journey through Northeast Oklahoma.” Those attending the commodity tour will participate in a variety of tours including the Port of Catoosa, Natural Falls State Park, the Pensacola Dam, Will Rogers Museum and the Ted Turner Ranch. As participants explore the northeast part of Oklahoma, they will also have the opportunity to learn the history and way of life in the area. The tour will also include a focus on industry and commodities in […]
Legislative Update: From water to wild pigs
Since it snowed or rained across most of Oklahoma last week, I will give you all a break from talking about water for just a bit. However, this is not to say in any way shape or form that the recent rain and snow has anything to do with fixing our long-term solution to drought in Oklahoma. This week I want to discuss an issue at the Capitol with you that many of you are intimately familiar with. This problem comes in many different shapes, sizes and colors. It has been moving in from Texas at an alarming rate and […]
Rep. Scott Biggs: HB 1104 is good for Oklahoma agriculture
Why is Oklahoma House Bill 1104 important to Oklahoma agriculture? Rep. Scott Biggs visited with us recently about the reasons why wild hogs need to be eradicated in our state. Below, we have included Rep. Biggs’ comments as six reasons why the “the pig bill” is good for agriculture.
Oklahoma Farm Bureau names nine 2014 Champion Award recipients
Oklahoma Farm Bureau recognized nine of the state’s top agricultural advocates to receive the Oklahoma Farm Bureau 2014 Champion Award. The OKFB Champion Award is presented to legislators and political leaders who go above and beyond to protect and improve agriculture and rural Oklahoma during the legislative session. The following legislators were recognized for their outstanding efforts: Attorney General Scott Pruitt, Tulsa; Rep. Scott Biggs, Chickasha; Rep. Tom Newell, Seminole; Rep. Mike Sanders, Kingfisher; Sen. Brian Bingman, Sapulpa; Sen. A.J. Griffin, Guthrie; Sen. Ron Justice, Chickasha; and Sen. Bryce Marlatt, Woodward. “As the state’s largest agricultural organization, Oklahoma Farm Bureau […]
Rural Opportunity Zone bill good for rural Oklahoma
The Oklahoma House of Representative passage of HB 1747 is being hailed by Farm Bureau as good for rural Oklahoma. The bill allows for the creation of 25 Rural Opportunity Zones. Beginning in 2016, this bill would allow for a five-year tax exemption for anyone who moves from out-of-state into a county projected to see a population loss. The bill’s primary author is Rep. Tom Newell. During our conversations with House Speaker Jeff Hickman, a co-author of the legislation, we know he realizes the importance of rural Oklahoma and the impact the area has on the state’s economy.
YF&R Legislative Day postponed
The Young Farmers and Ranchers Legislative Day that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2015, has been postponed to a later date. The group is looking at hosting the event later on in the legislative session. For more information, contact Holly Carroll at (405) 523-2307.
OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee donates to Ronald McDonald House Charities
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee recently donated $600 to the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oklahoma City as a part of the “Our Food Link” initiative. In addition to the donation made by state women’s committee, Oklahoma County Farm Bureau also donated $100 to the charity organization. OKFB women have had a long history of partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities, donating time and money in many capacities over the last several years. The women’s group has previously served as guest chefs for the house and chose to make a significant monetary donation this year. “The Farm Bureau […]
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