Oklahoma Farm Bureau women from across the state are invited to attend the 2019 Women’s Leadership Committee Fall Conference September 27 and 28 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Edmond. The conference will feature motivational speakers, leadership training and the sharing of ideas for the WLC program of work. Fun and fellowship will set the mood for the conference, which includes outstanding speakers and presentations geared to empower members to take an active role in promoting agriculture for future generations of Oklahomans. Each participant is asked to donate a minimum of one item towards the silent auction benefiting Bushels for Books, […]
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Carroll returns to OKFB as membership, foundation for ag director
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has named Holly Carroll director of membership and OKFB Foundation for Agriculture. In her new position, Carroll will work to promote membership and the benefits available to Oklahoma Farm Bureau members. She will continue to oversee the programs and day-to-day activities of the OKFB Foundation for Agriculture, under the direction of the foundation board. “I am excited to come back to serve the agriculture industry, which is where my passion lies,” Carroll said. “The Farm Bureau family has always held a special place in my heart, and I am excited to help Farm Bureau members as we […]
OKFB selects Steve Thompson to lead public policy efforts
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has named Steve Thompson as the farm organization’s senior director of public policy. In his new role, Thompson will lead OKFB’s public policy team as they work to implement Farm Bureau’s grassroots policy goals at both the Oklahoma Capitol and in Washington, D.C. “Steve has a heart for serving Oklahoma’s agriculture community, and his depth and breadth of experience working on agriculture issues make him an ideal leader for our policy efforts,” said Rodd Moesel, OKFB president. “With Steve at the helm of our public policy department, we are excited to continue serving our members’ interests in […]
Women’s Leadership Committee awards four Nurse’s Training Scholarships
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee recently awarded four $500 scholarships to nursing students. Joyce Taylor of Creek County, Jordan Roper of Custer County, Kylee Campbell of Alfalfa County and April Hale of Okmulgee County are the recipients of the scholarship. The WLC recognizes the significant role nurses play in ensuring a high quality of life for all Oklahomans, especially those in rural areas. With the cost of education rising yearly, the committee is proud to provide four students with scholarships to aid in their pursuit of a career in nursing. “Our committee is passionate about investing in quality […]
Tulsa County member pushes H-2A reforms at congressional field hearing
Chad Selman, a Tulsa County Farm Bureau member and pecan producer, recently shared his concerns about agricultural labor during a congressional field hearing with Congressman Kevin Hern on July 22 in Tulsa. The hearing, hosted by U.S. House Small Business Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital Access Ranking Member Kevin Hern and Chair Andy Kim, aimed to highlight the challenges small businesses – including farms and ranches – face in trying to comply with federal regulations. Selman emphasized the U.S. Department of Labor’s recently proposed rules to modernize the H-2A program, which is used by farmers and ranchers to […]
Amber-Pocasset student wins YF&R High School Discussion Meet
Jackson Caves from Amber-Pocasset was named the winner of the 2019 Oklahoma Farm Bureau High School Discussion Meet held July 16 in Stillwater. Held in conjunction with the Oklahoma State University Big Three Field Days, 11 students from across the state competed in the event. Through the discussion meet, participants gain valuable experience in basic discussion skills while developing an understanding of agricultural issues that the industry is currently facing. Cassidy Baughman of Ardmore placed second in the contest, followed by Ryan Clark of Henryetta placing third and Sydney Williams of Calera placing fourth. “Through this discussion meet, we hope […]
OKFB members can receive additional $500 toward new Ford, Lincoln vehicle
Oklahoma Farm Bureau members can now receive an additional $500 toward the purchase of an eligible Ford and Lincoln vehicle using the Ford Farm Bureau Conquest Cash now through Sept. 30, 2019. Qualifying Farm Bureau members that have claimed the Farm Bureau Bonus Cash and currently own or lease a 1995 or newer non-Ford, non-Lincoln or non-Mercury vehicle are eligible for the additional $500 Farm Bureau Conquest Cash. To apply for the Ford Farm Bureau Conquest offer, OKFB members may download a certificate at FordFarmBureauAdvantage.com and take it to an authorized Ford dealer for redemption. Bring proof of competitive vehicle information to […]
OKFB hosts students for OYLA
Ten high school seniors from across the state recently participated in Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Oklahoma Youth Leading Agriculture conference June 25-28, 2019. OYLA is a three-day annual event hosted by the OKFB Young Farmers & Ranchers to prepare high school students for a future career in agriculture and to advance youth leadership. The 10 students were Tori Booker, Altus, Jackson County; Jaden Brunnemer, Cushing, Payne County; Ryan Clark, Henryetta, Okmulgee County; Laramie Coffey, Morrison, Noble County; Zachary Evans, Mangum, Greer County; Abby Jeffrey, El Reno, Canadian County; Sarah Knowles, Keota, Haskell County; Callee Lester, Cheyenne, Roger Mills County; Dassie May, […]
Legislative update: Rural health care, taxes and private property rights
In the first month of the legislative session, Oklahoma Farm Bureau has seen movement on a number of issues important to members including legislation on rural healthcare, the agriculture sales tax exemption and ad valorem taxes. Rural health care To help increase health care access for Oklahomans who live outside the major metro areas, OKFB has voiced its support for legislation that would remove the physician supervision requirements for certified registered nurse anesthetists and nurse practitioners. As Farm Bureau members are well aware, Oklahoma is facing a healthcare crisis that is impacting rural areas. Hospitals are shutting down. Physicians are […]
Thompson joins OKFB public policy
Oklahoma Farm Bureau has named Steve Thompson an assistant director of public policy in OKFB’s public policy division. Thompson was raised on the Lincoln County farm his family settled in the land run of 1891. After studying agricultural education and agricultural economics at Oklahoma State University, he worked for nine years at the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, first as legislative liaison, then as associate commissioner. During his time with ODAFF, their team at the state Capitol helped to secure historic funding for rural fire departments and a new $12 million agriculture laboratory. Thompson owned and operated an agribusiness policy consulting […]
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