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Creating Youth Opportunities: MFBF Announces Farm Bureau Classic Livestock Show Dates
The world of agriculture is constantly evolving, but there is one thing that will always remain the same – the need for youth development. The future of the farming community is dependent on investing in the youth of Mississippi. We, at Farm Bureau, see the value of...
Boots on the Ground Advocacy: Memorial Day Recess Provides Time for Congressional Delegation Farm Visits
Congress recesses legislative business in Washington, D.C. so members can visit constituents within their home districts periodically throughout the year. The Mississippi Congressional Delegation and their staff spend this time visiting with constituents, hosting town...
Advancing Agriculture Policy: Recapping the 2023 Mississippi Legislative Session
Members of the Mississippi Legislature passed significant pieces of legislation during the 2023 Mississippi Legislative Session that will impact the lives of farmers, ranchers and rural Mississippians for years to come. Below is a list of the key pieces of legislation...
Faith Based Farming: Easterling strives to be a catalyst for change in agriculture, ministry and Farm Bureau
The Gumpond Community in Pearl River County is a little more than rolling field after rolling field and a four way stop on the map. It’s a light breeze with cotton ball clouds, blue sky and green grazing grass. It’s a perfect back drop for a South Mississippi...
Grainger Launches Limited Time Discounts for Farm Bureau Members
Competing with Grace: Miss Rodeo Mississippi J.D. Ervin prepares to represent state in Miss Rodeo America Pageant
When a tall, brunette woman, adorned with a crown and sash walks into a room, speaking with confidence and refinement, it’s hard not to wonder who she is and who she represents. Upon further conversation, you find out she is none other than Miss Rodeo Mississippi...
2024 Mississippi Legislature Deadline Schedule Released
The Mississippi Legislature recently released the deadline schedule for the 2023 Mississippi Legislative Session. Following an election year, the Mississippi Legislature meets for 125 days as opposed to 90 days. The 2024 Regular Session of the Mississippi Legislature...
MFBF Opens Collegiate Discussion Meet Application
Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation will host a Collegiate Discussion Meet on Oct.12, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Bost Extension Conference Center on the campus of Mississippi State University in Starkville. A mandatory orientation will be held for all participants one hour...
Applications Open for Farm Bureau Extension Awards
Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation recently opened applications for its third annual awards program recognizing one Mississippi land-grant university agricultural researcher and one Mississippi Extension agent whose work has positively and tangibly affected farmers...
2023 Mississippi Post Primary Election Update
Mississippi's primary election season, as usual, never disappoints. Incumbent Governor Tate Reeves (R-Flowood) coasted to victory over his two relatively unknown opponents, garnering roughly 75% of the vote. Meanwhile, Democratic nominee for Governor and former...
County Farm Bureau Annual Meetings Announced
Each year, all 82 county Farm Bureaus host an annual meeting for their members. Below is a list of annual meetings scheduled. This list will be updated as more meetings are scheduled. COUNTY DATE TIME PLACE Lowndes Tuesday, August 8, 2023 6:00 p.m. Lowndes CFB - 101...
Summer Leadership Conference Opens Doors for MFBF Members
As the sun dawns on a new century of the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation, President Mike McCormick has set lofty expectations for the largest general farm organization in Mississippi. McCormick believes that in order to sustain the momentum of the first 100 years,...