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Weekly News Roundup

Lincoln to Local: Winter weather interruptions, budget updates

Oklahomans faced historic winter weather this week, but the state Legislature continued its work. Join us as we discuss budget updates, committee deadlines and Farm Bureau Week celebrations.
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OKFB members stepping up during winter storms

With historic low temperatures and two snow storms, farmers and ranchers across the state were busy this week as many entered the beginning of calving season, rushing to save newborn calves.
As the weather became state and national news, so did the efforts of several of our members. Check out the links below to hear directly from them.

NPR: Extreme winter weather creates additional headaches for farmers

Washita County Farm Bureau member Nocona Cook shares his experience battling the severe weather that recently covered Oklahoma in a blanket of snow.
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KOSU: Oklahoma Farmers And Ranchers Struggle Through Deep Freeze

The cold weather gripping Oklahoma and a large swath of the United States is creating headaches for farmers who are working day and night to keep their livestock alive, like Cook and McCurtain County Farm Bureau member Brent Bolen.
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RFD-TV: A massive winter storm immobilized the southern plains, Oklahoma prepares for second wave

A massive winter storm has immobilized the southern plains, leaving producers working to keep livestock protected. Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s Cody Goodknight discusses preparation.
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KOSU: ‘I don’t remember it being this cold this long’: Oklahoma rancher on bitter cold weather challenges

As most Oklahomans are being told to stay home and avoid being on the roads during record cold temperatures and back to back winter storms, farmers and ranchers like Kingfisher County member Kyle Glazier don’t have a choice.
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News9: Oklahoma ranchers brave subzero temperatures

As the winter storm and arctic temperatures slam Oklahoma, meteorologists have urged people to stay home and stay indoors. For Cleveland County member Paten Calvert, staying home is simply not an option.
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KSWO: Farmers, ranchers save livestock in freezing temperatures

Across Oklahoma, farmers and ranchers like Comanche County members Myuil Morris and Cody and Kara Goodknight are working hard to keep livestock alive and well, especially calves, who are the most vulnerable in the winter weather.
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FARM BUREAU WEEK WRAP-UP

Gov. Stitt declares Feb. 15-19 “Farm Bureau Week” in Oklahoma

Gov. Kevin Stitt recognizes the hard work of Oklahoma Farm Bureau members across the state by declaring Feb. 15-19, 2021 as “Farm Bureau Week” in Oklahoma.
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Happy Farm Bureau Week from Sec. Arthur

Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture Blayne Arthur brings a special message to members in celebration of Farm Bureau Week.
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NWOSU student shares benefits of Farm Bureau involvement

Northwest Oklahoma State University Collegiate Farm Bureau President Iridian Herrera shares why she is involved in Farm Bureau.
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OKFB WLC chair shares importance of Farm Bureau membership

Mignon Bolay, Oklahoma Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee chair shares why being a member is so important to her and the importance of being involved with the WLC.
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To see more content highlighting all the reasons to be an OKFB member, visit us on Facebook or Twitter. Plus, there is still time to participate in our final Farm Bureau Week giveaway! Make sure to find us on Facebook to participate.

  AG NEWS

Disaster assistance now available for Oklahoma ranchers

Ranchers affected by the historic winter weather can now receive assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Livestock Indemnity Program. The USDA Farm Service Agency program provides benefits to livestock producers for livestock deaths in excess of normal mortality caused by adverse weather including the recent winter storm.
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Register now for 2021 FUSION Reimagined Conference

Mark your calendars now for the 2021 Farm Bureau FUSION Reimagined Conference. There will be great speakers, breakout sessions and evening events to bring together volunteer leaders from the Promotion & Education, Women’s Leadership and Young Farmers & Ranchers programs.
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  COUNTY NEWS

Texas County Farm Bureau partners with AirMedCare Network

In honor of Farm Bureau Week, Texas County Farm Bureau and agent Cory Winters partnered with AirMedCare to ensure lifesaving measures are available to all athletes at Guymon, Yarbrough, Hooker and Tyrone Public Schools. All athletes, including coaches, cheerleaders and opponents if injured on-site will now receive life-saving air transportation at no out of pocket expense.

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