Thirteen Oklahoma teachers were recently selected to receive a basket of accurate agriculture books as part of Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Bushels for Books program. The program is a collaboration between the OKFB Foundation for Agriculture and the OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee. Pre-K through eighth-grade teachers across the state submitted applications to receive a basket of books for their classrooms, and the winners were selected by the WLC state board. “As the world becomes more urban, it is important for people to know what it takes to produce the food, fuel and fiber we rely on every day,” said Mignon Bolay, […]
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OKFB WLC to host events during OKFB Annual Meeting
Oklahoma Farm Bureau women are invited to attend three OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee events during the annual convention Nov. 11-13. The three events – the WLC Business Meeting, Program of Work Luncheon and WLC Coffee Talk – are designed for all women of Farm Bureau, even those who do not have a county WLC, to connect with like-minded women, learn more about opportunities OKFB WLC has to offer and celebrate the accomplishments of 2022. Friday afternoon, Nov. 11 at 3 p.m. all women are encouraged to attend the WLC Business Meeting, where districts 3, 5, 6 and 9 will elect […]
WLC awards four scholarships for nurse’s training
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee recently awarded four scholarships to students pursuing a degree in nursing. The recipients of the WLC Nurse’s Training Scholarship are Kristy Fitzl of Morris, Victoria Geralds of Mangum, Ariya Regnier of Cushing and Madison Rowe of Oklahoma City. The scholarship is awarded to those who are attending an accredited college, university or trade school, and must be an Oklahoma Farm Bureau member or a member of a Farm Bureau-member family. The WLC recognizes the significant role nurses play in ensuring a high quality of life for all Oklahomans, especially those in rural areas. […]
OKFB WLC donates blankets to Norman Veterans Home
Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee members presented approximately 50 handmade blankets to the Normans Veterans Home on Monday, July 18. The blankets were made by OKFB members as a community service project during the WLC’s annual conference held in April. Candice McIntire, activity director at the Norman Veterans Home, said the blankets are an invaluable resource for the veterans at the facility. “Several of our veterans – as they get older – they get cold,” McIntire said. “They will be used to keep them warm. Even in the summer heat we are experiencing, they are cold, so the blankets […]
OKFB WLC to sponsor five grant opportunities for school gardens
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee is proud to sponsor the 2022 Oklahoma Farm to School Garden of the Year contest. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry Farm to School program encourages teachers to integrate agricultural lessons into their everyday curriculum so students can learn more about where their food comes from. Schools who have an established garden or are creating a garden are encouraged to apply for one of the five grants offered. The contest encourages teachers to share the world of horticulture and healthy eating habits with students of all ages. The five contest categories […]
OKFB women gather for 2022 WLC Conference
More than 90 women attended the 2022 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee Conference April 22-23 at the NCED Hotel and Conference Center in Norman. The two-day event featured breakout sessions, a community service project, a silent auction and speakers including Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur and OKFB President Rodd Moesel. Women had the option to choose from ten breakout sessions to grow their knowledge about financial planning; the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry; food preservation, the Oklahoma Mesonet; organization ideas; raised-bed gardening; meal planning; food safety; power takeoffs and farm safety; and ways to make extra […]
OKFB WLC to host conference April 22-23
All Oklahoma Farm Bureau women are invited to attend the 2022 OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee Conference April 22-23 at the NCED Hotel and Conference Center in Norman. The conference will feature breakout sessions, keynote speakers, community service projects and fellowship. Child care will be available for infants to 10-year-old children, for which those interested in using this service must complete the proper registration form. Each participant is asked to donate one item toward the silent auction benefiting the OKFB WLC Nurse’s Scholarship, which assists Farm Bureau members with the costs associated with nurse’s training. Attendees may book a room at […]
Join in the OKFB Women’s Leadership Committee events
Oklahoma Farm Bureau women from across the state are invited to join fellow Farm Bureau women for several events held in conjunction with the OKFB Annual Meeting Nov. 5-7. Starting at 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 5, all Farm Bureau women are welcome to gather for the OKFB WLC conference. During the meeting, delegates in districts two, five and eight will elect a representative to serve on the state Women’s Leadership Committee and all delegates will select a representative for the American Farm Bureau Convention Jan. 7-12 in Atlanta, Georgia. Delegate registration will close at 2:45 p.m. Each year, counties […]
OKFB women meet for 2021 fall conference
More than 70 women gathered for the 2021 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee Fall Conference Aug. 27 and 28 at the Hilton Garden Inn and Conference Center in Edmond. The two-day conference featured educational sessions, crafts, games and a trade show. Members learned about Oklahoma Agritourism, Oklahoma Ag in the Classroom, OKFB safety services, sharing the story of agriculture and bridging the gap between generations within the organization. The women heard from leaders of the organization including OKFB President Rodd Moesel, OKFB District 2 Director Monte Tucker and OKFB Young Farmers and Ranchers committee member Brittany Hukill. Through a […]
OKFB WLC awards three nurse’s training scholarships
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee recently awarded three $500 scholarships to students pursuing a career in nursing from across the state. The recipients of the WLC Nurse’s Training Scholarship are Trena Coursey of Sasakwa, Macall Myers of Norman and Madison Rowe of Tishomingo. “The Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee is so pleased to be able to support these students as they pursue their degrees in nursing,” said Mignon Bolay, OKFB WLC chair. “Rural Oklahoma is always in need of quality medical professionals, and we’re hopeful these scholarships will help these outstanding students as they prepare to practice their profession in our rural communities.” The […]
