Oklahoma Farm Bureau President Stacy Simunek issued the following statement in response to news of Tyson Foods considering poultry operation reductions in eastern Oklahoma and Arkansas due to the long-running State of Oklahoma v. Tyson Foods, Inc., lawsuit. “Oklahoma Farm Bureau members are deeply concerned by the recent news that Tyson Foods is considering reducing the number of farms with which they contract in both eastern Oklahoma and Arkansas due to the decades-long litigation that the state of Oklahoma has waged against Arkansas-based poultry companies over water quality in the Illinois River watershed. “Oklahoma’s farmers and ranchers are proud stewards of […]

Oklahoma Farm Bureau members from across the state gathered Nov. 7-9 at the Omni Hotel in Oklahoma City for the organization’s 84th annual meeting where they elected new leaders, set organizational policy for the coming year, recognized outstanding members and learned from speakers. “It’s been a tremendous convention,” said outgoing president Rodd Moesel. “We’re all busy out on our farm or ranches – or in my case, a greenhouse – and there is something special that happens when we all get together and get to visit with one another. You realize you are not alone in the battles you are […]

Blayne Arthur was recognized with the Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau Award on Saturday, Nov. 8, during the organization’s 84th annual meeting in Oklahoma City. The award honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to agriculture and the Farm Bureau organization. Arthur has been a partner with Farm Bureau and a strong voice for Oklahoma agriculture on the local, state and national level since being appointed secretary of agriculture by Gov. Kevin Stitt in 2019. “It was certainly a surprise to be recognized by Oklahoma Farm Bureau, a group of people I respect very much,” Arthur said. “I feel […]

The Payne County Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee was honored with the 2025 Oklahoma Farm Bureau YF&R Charles L. Roff Award on Saturday, Nov. 8, during the organization’s 84th annual meeting in Oklahoma City. Presented to the state’s top county YF&R committee, the Charles L. Roff Award encourages YF&R members to improve their local committees while strengthening the Farm Bureau organization. “Winning this award is really exciting because we host five major programs in our county each year,” said Payne County Farm Bureau YF&R vice-chairman Austin Jackson. “We are super busy all year, and it’s just really fun that we […]

Payne County Farm Bureau was honored with the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Lewis H. Munn Award on Saturday, Nov. 8, during the organization’s 84th annual meeting in Oklahoma City. Also known as the Farm Bureau Builders Award, this award is presented each year to the county that conducts the strongest program in a chosen area. This year, the program area was Farm Bureau Promotion and Education. Payne County Farm Bureau developed the Payne County Youth Leadership Program for high school juniors and seniors to hone their leadership skills and learn more about agriculture. Students selected for the program have the opportunity […]

Comanche County Farm Bureau was presented with the 2025 Oklahoma Farm Bureau John I. Taylor Award on Saturday, Nov. 8, during the organization’s 84th annual meeting in Oklahoma City. Named after OKFB’s first president, the award serves as the organization’s highest county honor, recognizing the county Farm Bureau with the most effective programs and activities. Comanche County was honored for excelling in the program areas of county stewardship, service to members, public relations, membership, Women’s Leadership Committee and Young Farmers and Ranchers. “Winning this award means a lot for our county because it recognizes all of the hard work that […]

Oklahoma Farm Bureau presented the OKFB County Excellence Award to Cherokee and Okmulgee County Farm Bureaus on Saturday, Nov. 8, at the organization’s 84th annual meeting in Oklahoma City. Modeled after the American Farm Bureau Federation’s County Activities of Excellence Award, this award recognizes county Farm Bureaus with the most outstanding or unique local program, activity or event. Cherokee County Farm Bureau teamed up with the Grand River Dam Authority to purchase more than 200 life jackets for public use on the Illinois River in May 2025, showcasing Farm Bureau’s commitment to Oklahoma’s natural resources and the organization’s impact beyond […]

Nick and Dani Marlin of Mayes County were honored with the Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award at the organization’s 84th annual meeting Nov. 7-9 in Oklahoma City. The award is presented to young farmers and ranchers who do not derive a majority of their income from a farming or ranching operation for excellence in agriculture and Farm Bureau. “Winning this award is a reflection of the hard work and dedication we put in every day,” Dani said. “It’s fun to take it home to our kids to show them that hard work pays off.” […]

Oklahoma Farm Bureau recognized seven Oklahoma legislators during the organization’s 84th annual meeting for their commitment to agriculture and Oklahoma’s rural communities during the 2025 legislative session. OKFB’s Champion Award recognizes legislators who served as exemplary advocates for Oklahoma agriculture, going above and beyond for the state’s farmers and ranchers during Oklahoma’s 2025 legislative session. 2025 Champion Award winners include: Each legislator received a customized belt buckle to commemorate their commitment to agricultural policy and representing family farmers and ranchers. Photo caption information Each legislator is receiving their award from OKFB President Rodd Moesel (left) and OKFB Director of Public […]