The Imgarten family, like many other Oklahoma families, are operating their farm and ranch on the same land their grandparents were and hope to continue that tradition. They were recently recognized as Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s 2022 District 9 Farm and Ranch Family of the Year.
With the 2023 Oklahoma legislative session starting next week, we had the opportunity to sit down with OKFB President Rodd Moesel to get an insight on what we are expecting this year. Tune in to hear the issues we will be tracking at the state Capitol over the next few months.
OKFB NEWS
Join your fellow Oklahoma Farm Bureau members in Washington, D.C. March 27-31 for the 2023 OKFB Washington, D.C. Summit, formerly known as the OKFB Congressional Action Tour. While in D.C., Farm Bureau members will have the opportunity to visit with elected officials and industry experts to discuss issues affecting agriculture and rural America.
Oklahoma Farm Bureau recently hired Krista Carroll as publications specialist in the organization’s communications and public relations department. Carroll will coordinate several of the organization’s publications and communications platforms.
With the 2023 legislative session right around the corner, Oklahoma Farm Bureau members have the ability to quickly and easily advocate for agriculture and rural Oklahoma right from the farm or ranch by signing up to receive legislative action alerts.
AG NEWS
The Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposed rule to designate perfluorooctnoic acid (PFOA) and perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), the two most common per- and polyfluoralkyl substances (PFAS), as hazardous materials under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act.
Jan. 31 proved to be an important day for cattle producers as the cattle contract library pilot website went live on the same day USDA released its semiannual cattle inventory report. Each of these provides important market information that can help cattle producers in 2023 and sets the tone for the cattle market in 2023 and beyond.
REMINDERS
Whether you raise cattle or grow crops, your response to the USDA Census of Agriculture is important. Oklahoma’s farmers and ranchers who participate in the census have the unique opportunity to share the importance of agriculture with our state and nation. Fill out the questionnaire by Feb. 6 to ensure your voice is heard.
The Oklahoma Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee is now accepting applications for their annual $1,000 for nine high school seniors and one Collegiate Farm Bureau member pursing an agriculture degree. Applications must be submitted by Feb. 24 to be considered.
