Tag: Kansas Farm Bureau

Lindy McMillen from Lane County won the 2026 AFBF Discussion Meet at the American Farm Bureau Convention in California, earning a $35,000 credit towards a Ford vehicle. Kansas Farm Bureau members also received accolades, including CAE Awards for impactful county programs and recognition for leadership and mental health advocacy efforts within farming communities.

Kansas Farm Bureau will hold its 107th annual meeting from Dec. 6-8 in Manhattan, featuring a fundraiser, workshops, and a general session highlighting awards and keynote by Zippy Duval. The event emphasizes community food security and policy discussions, culminating in elections for key leadership roles within the organization.

MANHATTAN — Farmers and ranchers from across Kansas gathered in Manhattan Jan. 10-12 for the annual Young Farmers and Ranchers...

Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) celebrated its 106th annual meeting by honoring outstanding members and supporters. Awards included the Distinguished Service Award to Dan Kerschen and Keith Miller. Friends of Agriculture awards recognized contributors like Donna Bates and Ron Dunbar. Additional honors included the Natural Resources Award to Hayden Guetterman and the inaugural Rural Minds Matter Advocate of the Year award to Will Stutterheim.

Kansas Farm Bureau will host its 106th annual meeting in Manhattan from December 7-9. The event will include a fundraiser for the End Hunger Program, workshops, a tradeshow, and award presentations. Key discussions will highlight agricultural operations and support for low-income families while delegates will set policies for 2025.

MJE Livestock Equipment is launching an apprenticeship program for five roles through the Kansas Farm Bureau's Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program. This initiative aims to enhance skills and career growth for employees, offering training in welding, mechanics, and more. KFB will facilitate administration, promoting local career opportunities in rural areas.

Chase Holthaus, the first apprentice hired by Ag Partners Cooperative, Inc., joined as a custom applicator apprentice through the Rural Kansas Apprenticeship Program. He looks forward to on-the-job training and professional development. The program, created by the Kansas Farm Bureau, aims to provide practical skills and well-paying jobs. Ag Partners is currently offering apprenticeship opportunities for CDL drivers and custom applicators.

The Kansas Farm Bureau’s Foundation for Agriculture awarded $26,500 in scholarships to 45 college students studying fields benefiting agriculture and rural Kansas for the 2024-25 school year. Over the past decade, the foundation has given over $250,000 in scholarships, aiming to foster future leaders in the field.

MANHATTAN – Engaged Kansas has added Kansas Association of REALTORS (KAR), Kansas Medical Society (KMS) and United WE to...

MANHATTAN — Kansas Farm Bureau is continuing in 2024 its recognition for “Sesquicentennial Farms” in conjunction with its annual...

MANHATTAN — Nine members of the ninth class of Leadership KFB celebrated their graduation from the program earlier this...

MANHATTAN — Nearly 400 Farm Bureau members of Kansas on Monday wrapped up business for their farm organization during...