Blackford County Farm Bureau

03/16/2022

It was great to have The Punk Rock Farmer as our guest speaker for this years annual meeting. Thank you Jonathan Lawler for coming and for all you do in promoting agricultural literacy and advocacy.

Many thanks to Blackford County Farm Bureau for the invite to speak at their Annual Meeting. I really enjoy meeting and talking with other farmers and those who share a passion for Agriculture! Very excited to hear about their Ag in the Classroom program and the partnership they’ve built with the Blackford FFA Chapter.

07/28/2021

As the Indiana State Fair reopens Friday, widespread efforts to make it a great fair coming off a pandemic will be unveiled. The fair board, Indiana 4-H, FFA, l

07/28/2021

Have you checked out infb.org/buylocal yet? You can find local farmers across the state who participate in farmers markets, have agritourism operations and sell products directly to consumers!

07/23/2021

Interested in using a drone for your farm or business? Did you know that you are required by law to have a remote pilot certification to use a drone for business? Even if you are nonprofit, you need to be certified if using a drone for business. Purdue Extension will be holding a UAV training August 24th and 26th at the Davis Purdue Ag Center, 6230 IN-1, Farmland, IN. Cost is $200 per person. When completed, you are prepared to pass the FAA knowledge exam. We have a 95% pass rate with over 250 pilots trained! Call Blackford County Extension at 765-348-3213 if you have questions.

06/01/2021

Applications for the 2021 Women's Agriculture Communications Training are now being accepted! Space is very limited this year. Visit infb.org/wlc to learn more and apply today!

05/08/2021

The INFB special recognition license plate has raised more than $14,000 for youth education in Indiana! We want to thank everyone who has purchased the plate. If you don't have yours yet, learn how to get it at infb.org/infb-license-plate.

05/04/2021

According to the USDA's weekly crop progress report, 32% of corn acres and 24% of soybean acres have been planted in Indiana. How is going on your farm?

05/02/2021

From May 15-May 31st, John Deere will offer Farm Bureau members a free upgrade to Platinum 2 Rewards savings for 60 days. Sign up for a Rewards account and keep up to $1,000 extra in your pocket with bigger savings on eligible equipment in the Rewards program. Sign up for a Rewards account and learn more at JohnDeere.com/FarmBureau.

04/08/2021

Don't miss your opportunity to apply! The application process ends May 1: http://infb.org/YFAPAwards

INFB members between the ages of 18 and 35 are invited to apply for the two awards available. The Achievement Award rewards outstanding members whose farm management techniques and commitment to their communities set a positive example for others involved in production agriculture.

The Excellence in Ag Award recognizes members who do not derive the majority of their income from an owned ag operation, but who actively contribute and grow their involvement in Farm Bureau and agriculture. See Less

04/08/2021

Kevin Cox, Parke County INFB member, recently spoke with WTHI-TV about his outlook on this year's planting season and the importance of remaining safe on rural roads this time of year. Click here to watch the segment: https://www.wthitv.com/content/news/Planting-season-has-begun-Heres-what-you-need-to-know-574155161.html?ref=161

04/08/2021

Some of Indiana's farmers have started planting this year and many more will begin in the coming weeks. Please be alert and patient on rural roads so everyone can get home safely.

04/03/2021

The final day of is devoted to learning more about emergency action plans. You can find many resources, and access today's free webinar at https://standup4grainsafety.org/stand-up-week/friday/