Twelve state legislators were recently honored at Oklahoma Farm Bureau’s annual leadership conference Feb. 21 in Oklahoma City. OKFB presented 10 legislators with the 2022 OKFB Champion award – an honor given to state lawmakers who serve as exemplary advocates for Oklahoma agriculture, going above and beyond for the state’s farmers and ranchers during the …
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Feb 20
Legislative update: education funding, nuisance ordinances, OSU Veterinary Medicine, county zoning
The second week of the 2023 legislative session carried with it the same momentum seen in week one. Once again, state lawmakers were hard at work as they continued committee meetings and hearing bills. Highlighting the week was an education funding package authored by House Speaker Charles McCall. House Bills 2775 and 1935 would work …
Feb 17
OKFB Washington, D.C. Summit set for March 27-31
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. Schedule Outline …
Feb 16
Collegiate Day at the Capitol set for March 8
Collegiate Farm Bureau members are invited to attend the 2023 Oklahoma Farm Bureau Collegiate Farm Bureau Day at the Capitol March 8. The event provides a chance for collegiate members to meet their state legislators while connecting with other students from across the state and learning more about the grassroots organization. Students will be briefed …
Jan 30
OKFB honored with four AFBF State Awards of Excellence
Oklahoma Farm Bureau was recognized with four American Farm Bureau State Awards of Excellence for outstanding programs and achievements during 2022. OKFB was recognized for accomplishments in advocacy, coalitions and partnerships, engagement and outreach, and leadership and business development, earning awards in all four program areas. OKFB highlights from 2022 included partnering with county Farm …
Nov 15
Inhofe honored with Distinguished Service to OKFB Award
Senator Jim Inhofe was recognized with the Distinguished Service to Oklahoma Farm Bureau Award on Saturday, Nov. 12 during the organization’s 81st annual meeting in Norman. The award honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to agriculture and the Farm Bureau organization. Inhofe earned the award for his dedication to agriculture and rural Oklahoma throughout …