Gray County Farm Bureau

10/15/2026

County Farm Bureau presidents are invited to look "Beyond the Horizon" at the 2026 County Presidents Conference Dec. 5 in Manhattan. Through meaningful connections, collaborative problem solving and applied leadership experiences, participants will be empowered to move from managing the present to shaping the future, creating a lasting impact within their county Farm Bureau and across Kansas agriculture. The full agenda is available at https://bit.ly/4A7zbPK. Registration is through the membership system. Connect with your county coordinator for questions.

10/14/2026

Make plans to attend the 2027 Young Farmers and Ranchers Leaders Conference, set for Jan. 29-31 in Manhattan! Registration is set to open soon, so get ready!

Join young agriculturists from across the state for the conference that will focus on connecting you with practical tools and resources to add value to your daily work, expanding your peer and professional network and providing encouragement and motivation to keep pushing forward in a tough time for agriculture. Regardless of the crops you grow, animals you raise or off-farm role you play, this conference has something for all young people connected to agriculture and will empower attendees to return home with the tools and knowledge to make positive changes for their farms, families and communities.

Find more details about the conference at www.kfb.org/2027yfrconference.

10/13/2026

What makes MJE unique is that they are not passively participating in apprenticeship programs; they are championing them. Their intentional promotion, strong branding and storytelling elevate apprenticeship visibility in their region, making them a leader in both workforce development and community influence. MJE continues to be a strong apprenticeship partner with Kansas Farm Bureau's Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program (RKAP).

MJE Livestock Equipment has demonstrated strong leadership in Registered Apprenticeships through RKAP by creatively overcoming challenges of sourcing Related Technical Instruction (RTI) in rural Kansas. Despite limited local training options, they have proactively identified flexible, nontraditional solutions to ensure apprentices receive high-quality education. Their innovative approach supports critical roles like diesel mechanic, welder and heavy equipment operator. By integrating apprenticeship into their workforce strategy and investing in employee growth, MJE has shown resilience, adaptability and a commitment to building sustainable career pathways in their community.

Congratulations to MJE for winning Apprenticeship Champion for the Southwest Region at the Department of Commerce To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards banquet. Pictured is Heather Jantz, COO of MJE and husband, Aaron Albers, with Lt. Gov. David Toland.

10/13/2026

This is your last call to be part of something really cool - Kansas Farm Bureau's Ag Academy.

Experience Kansas agriculture. Grow your understanding. Share the story.

Ag Academy is a program that takes participants on behind-the-scenes tours of the state’s No. 1 industry in Kansas – no agricultural background or membership to KFB required, just a desire to learn. Learn more and apply before Oct. 15 at www.kfb.org/agacademy.

10/12/2026

Gray County Farm Bureau would like to wish all our farming members a happy National Farmer’s Day! We are very grateful for you unwavering commitment to feed our country. It is a lot of long hours sacrificed away from your families and we appreciate you and celebrate you today!

Thank you to our local Farm Family of the Year the Goossen’s for the pictures! ❤️

10/12/2026

October is National Protect Your Hearing Month and we’re happy to announce our newest exclusive member benefit partner, Start Hearing! At Start Hearing, they make it easy and affordable for Farm Bureau members and their families to receive discounts on today’s latest hearing technologies.

• Save up to 60 percent on advanced hearing aids, including tinnitus options
• 60-day risk-free trial — love them or return them
• One year of free office visits (up to six)
• Access to a nationwide network of trusted providers
• Rechargeable devices at no additional cost
• Deluxe warranty covering repairs, loss and damage*
• Financing options to fit your budget

*Professional Service fees may apply. Take the first step to better hearing and call 888-313-6695 or visit www.kfb.org/benefits to learn more. Start Hearing is one more way your Farm Bureau membership helps you save.

10/09/2026

Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) and Kansas Geological Survey (KGS) are offering a FREE water sample test.

Sign up by Oct. 15 so your testing materials can be delivered to you. You'll collect your water sample with bottles provided by KGS. Bring the bottles to KFB's Annual Meeting on Sunday, Dec. 6, where KGS will be on hand to collect them. Once they've had time to run the tests, you'll receive your results via email.

Sign up here! https://bit.ly/4A4l3GT

10/08/2026

Hurry! Apply today to grow your leadership skills!

Leadership KFB helps Farm Bureau members strengthen communication, build confidence and develop the skills needed to make an impact in their communities and agriculture.

✔️ One-year leadership growth journey
✔️ Seven engaging sessions
✔️ Learn alongside leaders from across Kansas

Applications close Oct. 15. Learn more: www.kfb.org/leadershipkfb.

10/08/2026

Save the date for the 2027 Young Farmers and Ranchers Leaders Conference, set for Jan. 29-31 in Manhattan.

Join young agriculturists from across the state for the conference that will focus on connecting you with practical tools and resources to add value to your daily work, expanding your peer and professional network and providing encouragement and motivation to keep pushing forward in a tough time for agriculture. Regardless of the crops you grow, animals you raise or off-farm role you play, this conference has something for all young people connected to agriculture and will empower attendees to return home with the tools and knowledge to make positive changes for their farms, families and communities.

Find more details about the conference at www.kfb.org/2027yfrconference.

10/07/2026

"When I look back on where I began at the beginning of Leadership KFB, my goal was simply to grow as a leader and become a more impactful asset in my community," says Hallie Means, a participant in this year's class of Leadership KFB. "What I didn’t expect was to become more confident in asking the big questions, further developing my understanding of agriculture policy and, most importantly, recognizing the importance of taking up space in a room of fellow leaders and finding that is where personal growth happens."

The sixth and final session of the leadership program took the cohort to Washington, D.C. to connect with agricultural leaders at the federal level. Read more about Hallie's experience.

Applications for the next cohort of Leadership KFB will close Oct. 15 - apply today at www.kfb.org/leadershipkfb.

This is part six of a series from Hallie Means, Greeley County, to cover an inside look at Leadership KFB, a one-year leadership program by Kansas Farm Bureau that encourages members to seek thoughtful and impactful change, not only in agriculture, but also in communities across Kansas and beyond.