State Farm Bureaus Honored for Outstanding Programs and Membership Achievement
Awards recognizing excellence in implementation of outstanding member programs and membership achievement in 2023 were presented at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 105th Convention.
Delaware, New Mexico, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Arkansas and North Carolina earned the Pinnacle Award, the highest honor a state Farm Bureau can be awarded for program and membership achievement.
The following states earned New Horizon Awards, which honor the most innovative new state Farm Bureau programs:
Delaware, for Ag Safety Conference. In partnership with Nationwide and the Delaware Department of Agriculture, Delaware Farm Bureau hosted a one-day event to promote agricultural safety practices.
Nevada, for Nevada Ag Wagon. An educational mobile unit that utilizes virtual reality technology to teach urban consumers about general agriculture and specialty crops.
Minnesota, for Agriculture Celebration Gala. An event to cultivate and recognize the history of Minnesota agriculture and support the success of agriculture across the state.
Oklahoma, for Farm Bureau Capitol Camp. An opportunity for high school 4-H and FFA members to learn more about agriculture advocacy within their state government through a two-day mock legislative experience.
Mississippi, for Landmark Leadership Council. A program designed for Farm Bureau members aged 35-55 to further develop their leadership skills and understanding of Farm Bureau through increased service opportunities.
Texas, for Speak Out for Agriculture Challenge. A competitive contest for high school 4-H and FFA members to practice advocating on a variety of agricultural topics, while developing critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills.
The Awards of Excellence recognize state Farm Bureaus that demonstrated outstanding achievements in four program areas: Advocacy, Coalitions & Partnerships, Engagement & Outreach and Leadership & Business Development.
Nevada Farm Bureau Federation was recognized for Advocacy, Coalitions & Partnerships and Engagement & Outreach. The following state Farm Bureaus were recognized in all four categories:
Alabama Farmers Federation
Arizona Farm Bureau Federation
Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation
California Farm Bureau
Colorado Farm Bureau Federation
Delaware Farm Bureau
Florida Farm Bureau Federation
Georgia Farm Bureau
Idaho Farm Bureau Federation
Illinois Farm Bureau
Iowa Farm Bureau Federation
Kansas Farm Bureau
Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation
Louisiana Farm Bureau
Michigan Farm Bureau
Minnesota Farm Bureau Federation
Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation
Missouri Farm Bureau Federation
Montana Farm Bureau Federation
New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau
New York Farm Bureau
North Carolina Farm Bureau Federation
Ohio Farm Bureau Federation
Oklahoma Farm Bureau
Oregon Farm Bureau
Pennsylvania Farm Bureau
South Carolina Farm Bureau
Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation
Texas Farm Bureau
Utah Farm Bureau Federation
Virginia Farm Bureau Federation
Washington Farm Bureau
Wisconsin Farm Bureau
Wyoming Farm Bureau
American Farm Bureau Convention
The 105th AFBF Convention wraps up Jan. 24. Learn more and view the full convention schedule on annualconvention.fb.org.