Pratt County Farm Bureau Association

County Farm Bureau presidents are invited to look "Beyond the Horizon" at the 2026 County Presidents Conference Dec. 5 in Manhattan. Through meaningful connections, collaborative problem solving and applied leadership experiences, participants will be empowered to move from managing the present to shaping the future, creating a lasting impact within their county Farm Bureau and across Kansas agriculture. The full agenda is available at https://bit.ly/4A7zbPK. Registration is through the membership system. Connect with your county coordinator for questions.

Did you know many colleges across the state have Collegiate Farm Bureau chapter?

National Farm Safety and Health Week is right around the corner. Join the movement and spread the word.

This year’s theme, “Safety Today, Success Tomorrow,” reminds everyone in the industry that being safe each and every day ensures a positive future.

Each day next week, AgriSafe Network will host free webinars related to the daily topic of focus:

🚜 Monday, Sept. 21: Equipment and Rural Roadway Safety
⚕️ Tuesday, Sept. 22: Health and Wellness
👪 Wednesday, Sept. 23: Generations of Farming
🌾 Thursday, Sept. 24: Confined Spaces
🚫 Friday, Sept. 25: Cancer Prevention

You can sign up for them at https://www.agrisafe.org/nfshw/.

Kansas agriculture is unique, diverse and growing. Kansas Farm Bureau has an opportunity for you to experience it. Ag Academy is a program that takes participants on behind-the-scenes tours of the state’s No. 1 industry in Kansas – no agricultural background or membership to KFB required, just a desire to learn.

Experience Kansas agriculture. Grow your understanding. Share the story.

Applications are open for the next class and close Oct. 15. Learn more and apply at www.kfb.org/agacademy.

The Kansas State Fair kicked off yesterday - and we're excited to offer vendors from Shop Kansas Farms and Farm Bureau Financial Services. Take a look at the great lineup and plan to visit our booth in the Pride of Kansas building!

Kansas Farm Bureau (KFB) will celebrate its 108th annual meeting Dec. 5-7 in Manhattan. The organization’s annual meeting will begin Saturday evening with KFB’s Foundation Fundraiser, themed around the National Finals Rodeo, which will be streamed live.

“Kansas Farm Bureau’s Annual Meeting is where our grassroots organization comes to life,” says KFB President Glenn Brunkow. “It’s your opportunity to advocate for agriculture, learn alongside fellow members and celebrate the service that strengthens our organization. I hope you’ll join is in Manhattan this December.”

On Sunday, informational workshops, tradeshow vendors and a silent auction will be open to attendees. Jason Brown, former NFL lineman who now owns and operates First Fruits Farm in North Carolina, will provide the keynote address.

During the general session, awards for Friends of Agriculture, county Farm Bureaus, media and the 2026 mental health advocate will be presented. Farm Families of the Year and Leadership KFB will be recognized during the banquet Sunday evening, in addition to honoring the Distinguished Service honoree.

On Monday, voting delegates will debate and adopt policy statements for 2027, in addition to elections for KFB president and board members from even-numbered Farm Bureau districts.
For full annual meeting details, visit www.kfb.org/annualmeeting.

Want to see K-State play against Houston on Oct. 10? Enter to win tickets on behalf of Farm Bureau Financial Services and Kansas Farm Bureau. https://fbfs.link/kstate26

The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) launched a photo contest to celebrate the contributions of America’s farmers in growing America into the nation it is today. The contest is part of AFBF's FARM 250 initiative, marking the nation’s 250th anniversary. The photo contest runs through Sept. 9. The winner must be a Farm Bureau member. https://www.fb.org/initiative/farm250