Category: Ag News

Stillwater FFA Picks Up Second Premier Chapter Award in Indy- The Building Communities Award

Stillwater FFA of Oklahoma was named the 2023 Premier Chapter: Building Communities during the fifth general session of the 96th National FFA Convention & Expo this year in Indianapolis. Formerly known as Models of Innovation, this recognizes the top FFA program out the 9,139 programs nationwide with regards to innovative ways for giving back to …

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Go Pokes! National FFA President for 2023-24 is Amara Jackson- a Ferguson College of Ag Student

The 2023-24 National FFA Officer team was elected Saturday during the final session of the 96th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. Students from Michigan, Missouri, Florida, Iowa, Ohio and New Mexico were elected by National FFA Delegates today to serve as 2023-24 National FFA Officers. They will lead the organization for the next …

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Oklahoma FFA Claims Four National Championships in Proficiency Awards at 2023 National Convention

Agricultural proficiency awards honor FFA members who, through supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs), have developed specialized skills that they can apply toward their future careers. Students compete in areas ranging from agricultural communications to wildlife management. Proficiency awards are also recognized at local and state levels and provide recognition to members exploring and becoming established in agricultural career …

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Westville FFA Takes National Championship in Poultry Evaluation

Winners of the National FFA Poultry Evaluation Career Development Event (CDE)were announced on Friday during the fifth session of the 96th National FFA Convention & Expo inIndianapolis. The event was held in conjunction with the 96th National FFA Convention & Expo inIndianapolis. Westville FFA won the right to represent Oklahoma earlier this year and their …

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Whitney Glazier of Lomega is Your American Star in Ag Placement for 2023

Whitney Glazier is big on farming despite her small stature. “I am not a very big young lady,” Glazier said. “I am 5’1” and I’m very petite.” However, her size has never stopped her from chasing success. That success was showcased on Friday at the 2023 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis when she was named …

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Oklahoma Cash Grains Report for November 3, 2023

Proficiency Award Winners Named During National FFA Convention & Expo

Eleven winners of the 2023 National FFA Agricultural Proficiency Awards were named during the fifth session of the 96th National FFA Convention & Expo on Friday, Nov. 3, which is being held in Indianapolis. Agricultural proficiency awards honor FFA members who, through supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs), have developed specialized skills that they can apply toward their …

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Backyard flock owners on high alert for avian influenza

All Oklahoma poultry producers and backyard flock owners should remain alert and practice strict biosecurity protocols to prevent Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. The virus has been reported in backyard poultry flocks in Carter, Wagoner and Grady counties and a domestic swan in Oklahoma County. State veterinarian Dr. Rod Hall said poultry and eggs are safe …

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Educators Selected for Exclusive Immersive Convention Experience

The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and Nationwide have teamed up to bring outstanding educators to the American Farm Bureau Convention, January 19-22, 2024, for an exclusive immersive experience. Selected educators will receive free registration for the 2024 AFBF Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah, as well as reimbursement for travel, lodging and meals …

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Oklahoma Ag Secretary Blayne Arthur Receives Honorary American FFA Degree at National FFA Convention

At the 2023 National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Senior Farm and Ranch Broadcaster Ron Hays caught up with the Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur, to talk about the award she will be receiving at the convention and the state of agriculture in Oklahoma. Arthur is also the president of the National Association of State …

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