Ottawa County Farm Bureau

06/18/2026

Ottawa County Farm Bureau Vice President Mark Detherage represented our organization at a roundtable discussion this past Tuesday with Congressman and Senate candidate Kevin Hern. It was a valuable opportunity to engage on key agricultural issues, and we appreciate the chance to ensure our local farmers' voices are heard at the federal level.

06/17/2026

Ladies! Mark your calendars for our next Women's Leadership Committee Meeting!

When: July 14, 2026
Where: Ottawa County Farm Bureau
Time: 6:00 PM

We are excited to dive into our planning for the upcoming season! Our agenda for the July 14th meeting includes:

* Coordinating our involvement in the Ottawa & Craig County Fair.
* Brainstorming strategies for local agricultural advocacy.
* Reviewing upcoming community events and outreach initiatives.

We truly value the input of our members and look forward to an evening of productive planning. Your voice helps us shape the future of our local farming community, and we can’t wait to see what we can accomplish together!

06/16/2026

Today is the day to vote in Oklahoma's primary elections! Farm Bureau members understand the importance of being active and engaged in our government at every level, and we encourage you to get out and vote before 7 p.m. tonight.

Be sure to check out our voter guide, which includes candidates endorsed by our member-led OKFB Ag Fund political action committee, voter resources and information on why OKFB asks Oklahomans to vote NO on SQ 832 today: https://okfb.news/vote26

If you have voted already, drop a comment with your "I voted" sticker!

06/12/2026

Space is filling up fast for our 2026 FFA Communication Conference, which will be held Monday, July 13 in Edmond! This electrifying, one-day conference helps FFA members learn how they can share the FFA story throughout the upcoming school year along with the importance of communicating our story as advocates for agriculture. Registration details and instructions have been emailed to agricultural education instructors around the state, who can register students online. We hope to see your chapter in Edmond this July at our FFA Communications Conference!

06/04/2026

Late yesterday, U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed the first case of New World screwworm in a bovine in Texas. OKFB President Stacy Simunek issued a statement last night thanking USDA for their vigilance and asking our state's agriculture community to work together to ensure this devastating pest does is contained and eliminated.

It is important to note that New World screwworm does not post a food safety risk to consumers. Read the full statement and find resources at https://okfb.news/nws6-3-26.

06/02/2026

Join us for an evening of legislative updates while enjoying ice cream! This is a fantastic opportunity to stay informed about the policies affecting our community while connecting with fellow Farm Bureau members and local legislators in a relaxed, social setting.

Where: Coleman Theatre Ballroom
When: August 18, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you there!

06/01/2026

We have joined forces with the Craig County Women's Leadership Committee! We are excited to collaborate and invite you to join us for our upcoming meeting on Monday, June 8th, at 6:30 PM. We look forward to seeing everyone there for an evening of networking and planning!

🌸 Why You Should Attend:
* Connect with fellow members from both committees.
* Learn about upcoming initiatives and community projects.
* Share your voice and contribute to the growth of our local agriculture and leadership efforts.

05/28/2026

It's National Hamburger Day! Great way to wrap up National Beef Month and kickoff grilling season!

05/25/2026