Buena Vista County Farm Bureau

06/10/2026

As southern states start to encounter New World Screwworm (NWS), it's important for Iowans to understand some basics about this parasitic fly, including tips for inspecting animals and the fact that NWS does not pose a food safety risk.

See the guidance recently released by the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship here: https://iowaagriculture.gov/news/guidance-new-world-screwworm

06/09/2026

Thank you Robbins’ Pulling Pit, Buena Vista County Farm Bureau, & for their Major Fair Sponsorship of the Buena Vista County Fair!

06/04/2026

06/02/2026

Congratulations to IFBF's 2026 Young Farmers Leadership Award recipient, Mitch Sievers!! Mitch shows his commitment to agriculture, involvement in Farm Bureau, and strengthening our local community every day.

05/19/2026

🎉 The Open Class Book is officially posted and entries are NOW OPEN for the 2026 Buena Vista County Fair! 🎉

Open Class is open to ALL AGES and anyone in Buena Vista County and surrounding counties! ❤️

Do you love baking, sewing, photography, woodworking, flowers, crafts, quilting, canning, art, or creating something unique? There truly is a category for everyone! 🧁🧵📸🎨🌻

Kids are encouraged to enter too! Enter artwork from school, bake cookies or brownies, create crafts, photography, LEGO creations, and so much more. It’s a fun way to showcase talents and be part of the fair! 🏆

Whether you’re a longtime exhibitor or entering for the very first time, we’d love to have you participate during our 140th Anniversary Fair!

You can find the Open Class Book on our website:
➡️ Buena Vista County Fair – Things To Do Page

Scroll down on the page to locate the Open Class Book and start planning your entries today!

05/15/2026

Did you know? Nearly 60% of Buena Vista County residents work in agriculture—and 42% of those jobs are tied to livestock! 🐄

May is Beef Month, and whether you farm or just enjoy a great meal, it’s the perfect time to celebrate! 🥩

👉 Tell us in the comments for a chance to win one of ten $10 gift cards to Cherokee Locker: How do you like your beef cooked?

Rare, medium-rare, medium, medium-well, or well done

We'll accept entries through May 31 and draw our winners later that week.

Note: Please beware of scammers. We will never ask you to submit credit card information to claim this free prize. For complete giveaway details, see: https://adobe.ly/4tH3V5M By participating, you confirm your eligibility and that you have read, understood and agreed to the Official Rules.

05/14/2026

Someone’s going to win $200 in meat from our local Fareway store! Enter the Sizzlin’ Summer Giveaway for your chance to win. https://www.iowafarmbureau.com/Sizzlin-Summer-Giveaway

05/14/2026

Congratulations to Gabriel Olsen from Alta-Aurelia High School who was the recipient of the $1,500 Nelda Nelson Memorial Scholarship!
This is the 6th year Buena Vista County Farm Bureau has awarded this scholarship in honor of Nelda, who was the Office Administrator at BVCFB for many years and a strong supporter of rural Iowa, students and education.

05/14/2026

Congratulations to our five $1,000 Buena Vista County Farm Bureau Scholarship winners Andrew Nelson from Sioux Central High School, Cole Richardson from Storm Lake High School, Jack Gerdes and Kellen Kinkade from Pocahontas High School, and Jacksyn Hogrefe from Newell-Fonda High School.

Congratulations to all the high school seniors graduating this month. Buena Vista County Farm Bureau wishes you the best in your future!

05/07/2026

Colleen Miller, BVC Farm Bureau President, this morning presented Jacksyn Hogrefe, senior at Newell-Fonda High School, his BVCFB scholarship certificate. Congratulations Jacksyn!