District 2 Farm Bureau Fellowship in Shelbina
2022-04-13 17:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Father Buhman Center, 103 S. 4th St., Shelbina, MO, 63564, United States
Missouri Farm Bureau will be coming to Northeast Missouri! We hope you will join us for a meal and conversation with staff and fellow members.
Farm Bureau Fellowship will be held Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at the Father Buhman Center, 103 South 4th St, Shelbina, MO 63564. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served at 6:00 p.m.
Feel free to bring potential members with you to this event. All guests can enter to win a cooler.
Please RSVP at the website below!

District 8 Farm Bureau Fellowship in Houston
2022-05-10 17:30 - 20:00 | Texas County Fairgrounds, 1591 U.S. Hwy 63, Houston, 65483
Missouri Farm Bureau will be coming to South Central Missouri! We hope you will join us for a meal and conversation with staff and fellow members.
Farm Bureau Fellowship will be held Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at the Texas County Fairgrounds, 1591 US Hwy 63, Houston, MO 65483. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served at 6:00 p.m.
Feel free to bring potential members with you to this event. All guests can enter to win a cooler.
Please RSVP at the website below!

Missouri Ag in the Classroom Conference
2022-06-23 08:30 - 16:00 | Missouri Farm Bureau, 701 S. Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Missouri educators have the opportunity to attend the Missouri Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) Conference on June 23, 2022 at the Missouri Farm Bureau home office in Jefferson City. The event is FREE for Missouri Farm Bureau members and costs $30 for non-Missouri Farm Bureau members prior to May 31, and $40 for non-Missouri Farm Bureau members through June 23.
The one-day event will feature current and former educators along with agricultural leaders leading breakout and group sessions. Presentations will consist of cross-curricular lessons, engagement ideas and learning resources for elementary teachers. Teachers will walk away from this conference with materials in hand to incorporate into their classrooms.
The mission of AITC is to “increase agricultural literacy through K-12 education.” AITC programs seek to improve student achievement by applying authentic, agricultural-based content as the context to teach core curriculum concepts in science, social studies, language arts and nutrition. By encouraging teachers to embed agriculture into their classroom, AITC cultivates an understanding and appreciation of the food and fiber system that we all rely on every day. AITC is unique within the agricultural education community as the lead organization to serve the full spectrum of K-12 formal education.
A tentative agenda will be posted soon.

2022 United Way Trivia Night
2022-06-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Missouri Farm Bureau, 701 S. Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Join us for a fun evening of trivia benefitting the United Way of Central Missouri! Interested participants may register a full table (up to 10 people) for $150, or individuals for $15 each.
**Team/Individual registration have been closed** Please reach out to John Long at the number below to learn availability.
Come hungry! Pulled pork sandwiches, nachos, hot dogs, chili and a variety of snacks and desserts will be available for purchase. Canned soda and bottled water will also be available, or BYOB. The event will also feature a silent auction, multiple raffles and additional games between rounds!
Tables must be reserved and paid for in advance using the ticket option below. Silent auction, raffle tickets, and other purchase made throughout the evening must be paid for during the event by cash, check or card.
For questions or to RSVP by phone, contact John Long at 573.893.1525.

2022 Keep Missouri Farming Tractor Cruise, Northwest
2022-07-16
All for a great cause!
All proceeds benefit the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. The Foundation provides a dedicated funding source for a variety of agricultural education programs and leadership programs.
Schedule
8:30 a.m. – Check in at Maysville High School (601 W. Main St.; Maysville, MO; 64469)
9:30 a.m. – Drivers’ Meeting
10 a.m. – Event Start (Event Starts and Finishes at Maysville HS)
12 p.m. – Lunch at Tri-County Alternative Energy Museum (King City, MO)
Fees + Lunch Information
Open-Station Tractors – $35
Air-Conditioned Cab Tractors – $50
*All fees include a pork lunch for participant at the Tri-County Alternative Energy Museum. Additional guests may purchase lunch tickets on-site for $10/adult or $5/child.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Individuals and businesses can become a Tractor Cruise sponsor for as little as $100! As a sponsor, you will be recognized at the tractor cruise on signage, in participant goodie bags, and more. Sponsors are also invited to join the tractor cruise for lunch, compliments of the Foundation.
Register as a silver or gold sponsor by June 30 and the name/organization’s name will also appear on the T-shirt! Please submit your sponsorship by June 30.
Sponsorship levels:
GOLD SPONSOR: $500
SILVER SPONSOR $250
BRONZE SPONSOR: $100
Tractor Cruise Rules
The main purpose of the Tractor Cruise is to raise money for agricultural awareness through the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and to have fun in the process. An accident or injury would take the fun out for everyone.
With this in mind and to assure that everyone is able to have a fun time, following are the rules for the Tractor Cruise:
1. All tractors must be in good mechanical condition to participate in the cruise (i.e., properly functioning brakes and parking brakes, non-excessive fuel or water leaks, good tires, non-excessive exhaust, etc.).
2. Traffic laws must be obeyed at all times during the cruise, including stops.
3. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license (state law), and drivers under 18 years must have written parental permission.
4. Operators must have insurance.
5. All participants must sign a disclaimer that is part of the registration form.
6. No “horseplay” will be allowed during the cruise, including stops.
7. Riders are not allowed unless they are seated in a “buddy” seat that is securely positioned next to or with the operator’s seat. Other seats must be approved by tractor cruise officials. Inappropriate or unsafe seats will be prohibited and the rider will not be allowed to ride the tractor during the cruise.
8. No ATVs will be allowed unless they are used by a cruise worker/volunteer.
9. All tractors must be able to go at least 10 mph.
10. No alcohol will be allowed at any time.
11. Drivers must follow the designated route, stay with their designated group, are not allowed to pass and should drive on the shoulder whenever possible.
12. No implements, trailers or dual wheels are allowed.
13. All tractors must have a slow moving vehicle sign securely mounted on the rear.
14. No refunds.
All safety rules will be enforced by the officials of the 2022 Tractor Cruise. Any violations to the above stated rules or any other items or actions deemed to be unsafe or inappropriate for the cruise participants, volunteers, the general public or communities will result in the tractor and/ or cruise participant being asked to leave the cruise route.
Tractor Cruise Terms & Conditions
In consideration of your acceptance of this entry, I hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors, administrators, agents and assigns, release and discharge the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and its affiliated entities, their officers, directors, employees, agents, members, volunteers, and sponsors from any and all claims, demands, damages, actions and causes of action (present or future, whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated), including without limitation, claims for personal injuries or death and/or damages to my property relating to participation in the Tractor Cruise to the extent that those injuries and damages arose from the negligence or any other fault of Missouri Farm Bureau or its officers, directors, employees, agents,
members, volunteers and sponsors. I attest and verify that I have full knowledge of the risks involved in this event and either I am or my child is physically and sufficiently able to operate the equipment needed to participate in the Tractor Cruise. I also give my permission for the use of my or my child’s name and/or image in any broadcast, telecast, digital video or print media (to include audio, video and/or still photography) account of the Tractor Cruise, including those created or produced by Missouri Farm Bureau or any other associated entity. I represent and certify that I am 18 years of age or older, and that my or my child’s participation in the Tractor Cruise is voluntary. The undersigned hereby expressly agrees that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Missouri and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

Agritourism Conference
2022-07-17 - 2022-07-19 | Joplin, MO
2022 Agritourism Conference
Host Hotel: Holiday Inn || Address: 3402 Arizona Avenue; Joplin, MO; 54804 || Phone: 417.624.9000
Sunday, July 17
4:00 – 6:00 p.m. — Registration
6:00 p.m. — Reception & Dinner; SESSION: Production Tips for Agritourism Businesses with Crops/Specialty Crops; SESSION: Agritourism Sign Process w/ MODOT
Monday, July 18
7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. — Bus Tour (Departs from Holiday Inn, Joplin)
— Bullskin Creek Wedding & Event Center
— Christine’s Vineyard
— Edgewood Creamery
— Exeter Corn Maze
— Mountain Creek Ranch
— Norm’s Elderberry Farm
— Ozarka Farms
— Pa’s Posey Patch
Tuesday, July 19
7:30 a.m. — Welcome
8:00 a.m. — SESSION: Missouri Grown (Missouri Department of Agriculture); SESSION: Missouri Division of Tourism; SESSION: Buy Missouri Program; SESSION: Missouri Agritourism Research Project Results (University of Missouri)
10:15 a.m. — SESSION: Everything You Need to Know About Business Branding and Marketing (Callis Marketing); SESSION: Agritourism – What can Farm Bureau Insurance Offer?
12:00 p.m. — Lunch; SESSION: What Flew . . . What Flopped
1:30 p.m. — Outside the Box Concept
3:00 p.m. — Adjourn
Registration Fee: $125/person, includes Sunday reception/dinner, Monday bus tour, lunch and Farm to Table dinner, and Tuesday program sessions and lunch.
Hotel Rate: $124 + tax, includes breakfast.
Contact Davin Althoff (davin.althoff@mofb.org // 573-893-1416) for additional details.

Summer Commodity Conference & State PAC Endorsement Session
2022-08-04 - 2022-08-05 | Capitol Plaza Hotel, 415 W McCarty St, Jefferson City, MO, 65010
Schedule of Events:
Thursday, August 4
10:30 a.m. — Welcome & Comments by MOFB President Garrett Hawkins
10:45 a.m. — SESSION: Agricultural Inputs – What Can We Expect // Chris DeMoss, Director of Plant Foods, MFA, Inc.
11:30 a.m. — SESSION: Accelerating the Validation of New Innovative Concepts on the Farm // Vijay Chauhan, BioSTL, Early Adopter Grower Innovation Community (EAGIC)
12:00 p.m. — Lunch
1:00 p.m. — SESSION: Livestock & Grain Market Outlook // Dr. Scott Brown & Ben Brown, University of Missouri
1:45 p.m. — SESSION: Agriculture Today: Estate Tax, Cattle Markets, Cost of Production, Farm Bill and Carbon Markets // Bart Fischer, Texas A&M University
2:30 p.m. — SESSION: Cattle Markets – The Industry View // Bruce Mershon, MCA; Shawn Tiffany, Tiffany Feedyard, & Tyrel Lembke, American Foods Group
3:30 p.m. — Commodity Committee Advisory Meetings
5:30 p.m. — Social Event
6:00 p.m. — Dinner // Greg Ibach, Undersecretary in Residence at the University of Nebraska, former USDA Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs, former Director of the Nebraska Department of Agriculture
8:00 p.m. — Hospitality Room
Friday, August 5
6:30 a.m. — Breakfast
8:00 a.m. — Welcome & Comments by MOFB President Garrett Hawkins
8:10 a.m. — SESSION: Delivering Common Sense Ag Policy // Bill Northey, CEO of the Agribusiness Association of Iowa, former USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, former Iowa Secretary of Agriculture
9:00 a.m. — SESSION: Agriculture & Elections // Tim Murtaugh, Columnist for the Washington Times, former Director of Communications for President Donald Trump, former USDA Director of Communications
10:00 a.m. — Statewide PAC Meeting
10:30 a.m. — Regional Endorsement Committee Meetings
11:15 a.m. — PAC Board of Trustees Meeting
Event Information:
Official hotel: Capitol Plaza Hotel — 800-338-8088 — Block code: Missouri Farm Bureau
Registration:

For additional information, contact Davin Althoff (davin.althoff@mofb.org // 573-893-1416).

2022 MOFB Foundation for Agriculture Golf Tournament
2022-09-26 11:00 - 18:00 | Redfield Golf Course, 14005 Redfield Dr, Eugene, MO, 65032, United States
Join us for the annual Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Golf Tournament, held at the prestigious Jefferson City Country Club! Entry fees include registration (individual or team of four), cart(s), lunch, prizes, refreshments and team photo.
Team Registration Information
Team registration for this year’s event has closed.
Sponsorship Opportunities
A number of sponsorship opportunities remain available to promote your business or organization while supporting the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture!
$100 – Tee Sponsorship || Organization name printed on sign (with other tee sponsors) & is visible on golf course
$250 – Hole Sponsorship || Organization name + logo printed on sign and placed on tee box. The organization is the only logo on that hole.
$500 – Contest Sponsorship || Sponsor a specific contest/event: Longest drive, putting contest, awards ceremony, etc.
If you purchase a sponsorship, please send your high resolution logo to publicaffairs@mofb.com (EPS, AI or PDF format preferred).
Schedule
Registration + Driving Range Opens: 10:30 a.m.
Lunch Available: 11 a.m.
Shotgun Start: 12 p.m.
Questions?
Contact Tyler Madsen at 573.893.1558 or e-mail tyler.madsen@mofb.com.

Farm Tours
2022-10-17
Designed for educators, farm tours will be held on October 17. Only 12 spots are available!
Contact Jennifer Poindexter for additional information.

2022 Annual Meeting
2022-12-03 - 2022-12-06 | Margaritaville Lake Resort, 494 Tan Tara Drive, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States
Lodging Information
Margaritaville Lake Resort has a number of rooms available for the 2022 Missouri Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. Contact the Resort by calling at 800-826-8272. When calling, state that your reservation is for the MOFB Annual Meeting.
Tentative Agenda
Saturday, December 3

10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration

10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Silent Auction (Drop Off Only)

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
County Presidents’ Training Meeting

12 p.m.
County Presidents’ Luncheon

1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
County Presidents’ Conference

6:30 p.m.
County Presidents’ Dinner
County Gold Star Award Program

Sunday, December 4

All Day
Farm Bureau Ambassador Interviews

8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Foundation Flapjack Fest

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Silent Auction

9:30 a.m.
Church Service

10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration

11:30 a.m.
Preliminary Round Collegiate Discussion Meet

11:45 a.m.
Ambassador Contestants’ Luncheon

12:30 p.m.
FFA Speech Contestants’ Luncheon

1:30 p.m.
Resolutions Open Hearing

2 p.m.
Final Round Collegiate Discussion Meet

2:30 p.m.
FFA Speech Contest

3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Panel Discussion

Jon Doolittle, President & CEO, Missouri Hospital Association

Jason Beard, VP & Assistant General Counsel, Farm Bureau Health Plans

5 p.m.
Banquet

6:45 p.m.
Ambassador Contest
Foundation for Agriculture Trivia Night

Monday, December 5

7 a.m.
Breakfast (Hosted by Promotion & Education Committee)

8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Registration

9 a.m.
General Session

11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Silent Auction

1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Business Meeting & Resolutions Voting Delegates

6 p.m.
“Taste of Missouri” Buffet

7:30 p.m.
2022 Special Project and President’s Awards

Tuesday, December 6

7:15 a.m.
Breakfast (Hosted by Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee)

8:30 a.m.
District 1, 2, 3, 4 and South District at-Large Caucuses

9 a.m.
Completion of Resolutions

10 a.m.
Election of President and Directors

12 p.m.
Adjourn

2022 Annual Meeting Trivia Night
2022-12-04 | Margaritaville Lake Resort, 494 Tan Tara Drive, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States
Join us after the conclusion of the Ambassador Contest at Annual Meeting for the 2022 Trivia Night event, benefitting the Foundation for Agriculture. Participants do not need to attend Annual Meeting to participate in Trivia Night. Kids are welcome, and family interaction is encouraged!
Tickets: $150/team with up to 10 people per team. Individuals may register for $20.
Category Sponsor: Includes logo listed on each slide for one full category.
Food/Beverage Sponsor: Includes one trivia team and logo printed on score sheets and signage.
Questions? Contact Tyler Madsen. If you purchase a sponsorship, please e-mail a high resolution logo (EPS or PDF preferred) to publicaffairs@mofb.com.

District 7 Farm Bureau Fellowship in Mt. Vernon
2023-01-19 17:30 - 20:00
Missouri Farm Bureau will be coming to Southwest Missouri! We hope you will join us for a meal and conversation with staff and fellow members.
Farm Bureau Fellowship will be held on Thursday, January 19, 2023 at the Southwest Center, 14548 State Rd H, Mt Vernon, MO 65712. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m.
Feel free to bring potential members with you to this event. All guests can enter to win a cooler.
Please RSVP (click here)!

District 3 Farm Bureau Fellowship in Columbia
2023-01-31 17:30 - 20:00
Missouri Farm Bureau will be coming to Central Missouri! We hope you will join us for a meal and conversation with staff and fellow members.
Farm Bureau Fellowship will be held on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at Shryocks Callaway Farms, 2927 County Rd 253, Columbia, MO 65202. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m.
Feel free to bring potential members with you to this event. All guests can enter to win a cooler.
Please RSVP (click here)!

2023 Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Conference
2023-02-10 - 2023-02-12 | Margaritaville Lake Resort, 494 Tan Tara Drive, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States
The annual YF&R Conference brings together Missouri’s young farmers and their families to hear from speakers, participate in competitions and enjoy time with one another. Register below or contact your county’s Farm Bureau office.
Registration & Lodging Information
Register for the 2023 YF&R Conference via EventLeaf, the official app and partner for this year’s event. Lodging information at Margaritaville is also available via the EventLeaf website/app. The deadline for room reservations is January 19. Any reservations made after this date will be charged the “Best Available Rate” at Margaritaville.

Schedule of Events
Friday, February 10
3 p.m. || Registration (closes at 6 p.m.)
5 p.m. || Discussion Meet, Round 1
6 p.m. || Dinner & Welcome
7:30 p.m. || District Breakout Sessions
8:30 p.m. || Photo Session 1
9 p.m. || Casino Night
Saturday, February 11
7:30 a.m. || Breakfast
8:45 a.m. || Breakout Session 1
9:50 a.m. || Breakout Session 2
10:55 a.m. || Breakout Session 3
12 p.m. || Lunch
1:15 p.m. || Photo Session 2
2:30 p.m. || Afternoon Sessions
4 p.m. || Discussion Meet, Final Round
6 p.m. || Dinner
8:30 p.m. || Trivia Night
Sunday, February 12
8:30 a.m. || Church Service
9 a.m. || Breakfast

District 1 Farm Bureau Fellowship in Cameron
2023-02-23 17:30 - 20:00
Missouri Farm Bureau will be coming to Northwest Missouri! We hope you will join us for a meal and conversation with staff and fellow members.
Farm Bureau Fellowship will be held on Thursday, February 23, 2023 at the Cameron Community Center, 915 N Ashland Dr, Cameron, MO 64429. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m.
Feel free to bring potential members with you to this event. All guests can enter to win a cooler.
Please RSVP (click here)!

Legislative Briefing & Regional PAC Meeting
2023-02-27 - 2023-02-28
MOFB will host its annual Legislative Briefing and Regional PAC Committee meetings on February 27-28 in Jefferson City. Registration is now available online.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Capitol Plaza Hotel and Convention Center. Members will be responsible for making reservations directly with the hotel. Please call 573-635-1234 and use the code Missouri Farm Bureau to make your reservations by February 10.
Contact Ben Travlos (573.893.1410) with any questions.

District 5 Farm Bureau Fellowship in Pacific
2023-03-01 17:30 - 20:00
Missouri Farm Bureau will be coming to East Central Missouri! We hope you will join us for a meal and conversation with staff and fellow members.
Farm Bureau Fellowship will be held on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at the Haue Valley Ag Event Center, 7100 Thornton Rd, Pacific, MO 63069. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., dinner served at 6 p.m.
Feel free to bring potential members with you to this event. All guests can enter to win a cooler.
Please RSVP (click here)!

2023 United Way Trivia Night
2023-06-23 18:00 | Missouri Farm Bureau, 701 S. Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, MO, 65109, United States
Join us for a fun evening of trivia benefitting the United Way of Central Missouri! Interested participants may register a full table (up to 10 people) for $150, or individuals for $15 each.
A variety of snacks and desserts will be available for purchase. Canned soda and bottled water will also be available, or BYOB.
Tables must be reserved and paid for in advance using the ticket option below. Advance online reservations are no longer available; however, walk-in teams will be accepted the night of the event. Additional purchases made throughout the evening can be paid for during the event by cash, check or card.
For questions or to RSVP by phone, contact Ashton Kidwell at 573.893.1546.

2023 Keep Missouri Farming Tractor Cruise, Northwest
2023-07-15
All for a great cause!
All proceeds benefit the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. The Foundation provides a dedicated funding source for a variety of agricultural education programs and leadership programs.
Early registration will close on Wednesday, July 5. Drivers may also register on-site the morning of the event, using cash or check only. Credit card will not be accepted the day of the event.
Schedule
7:30 a.m. – Check in at Mid Buchanan R-V School (3221 SE State Route H; Faucett, MO; 64448)
8:30 a.m. – Drivers’ Meeting
9 a.m. – Event Start (Event Starts and Finishes at Mid Buchanan R-V School)
12 p.m. – Lunch at Frazier Baptist Church (13601 State Route E SE; Agency, MO; 64401)
Fees + Lunch Information
Open-Station Tractors – $35
Air-Conditioned Cab Tractors – $50
*All fees include a pork lunch for participant at Frazier Baptist Church. Additional guests may purchase lunch tickets on-site for $10/adult or $5/child.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Individuals and businesses can become a Tractor Cruise sponsor for as little as $100! As a sponsor, you will be recognized at the tractor cruise on signage, in participant goodie bags, and more. Sponsors are also invited to join the tractor cruise for lunch, compliments of the Foundation.
Register as a silver or gold sponsor by June 30 and the name/organization’s name will also appear on the T-shirt! Please submit your sponsorship by June 30.
Sponsorship levels:
GOLD SPONSOR: $500
SILVER SPONSOR $250
BRONZE SPONSOR: $100
Tractor Cruise Rules
The main purpose of the Tractor Cruise is to raise money for agricultural awareness through the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and to have fun in the process. An accident or injury would take the fun out for everyone.
With this in mind and to assure that everyone is able to have a fun time, following are the rules for the Tractor Cruise:
1. All tractors must be in good mechanical condition to participate in the cruise (i.e., properly functioning brakes and parking brakes, non-excessive fuel or water leaks, good tires, non-excessive exhaust, etc.).
2. Traffic laws must be obeyed at all times during the cruise, including stops.
3. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license (state law), and drivers under 18 years must have written parental permission.
4. Operators must have insurance.
5. All participants must sign a disclaimer that is part of the registration form.
6. No “horseplay” will be allowed during the cruise, including stops.
7. Riders are not allowed unless they are seated in a “buddy” seat that is securely positioned next to or with the operator’s seat. Other seats must be approved by tractor cruise officials. Inappropriate or unsafe seats will be prohibited and the rider will not be allowed to ride the tractor during the cruise.
8. No ATVs will be allowed unless they are used by a cruise worker/volunteer.
9. All tractors must be able to go at least 10 mph.
10. No alcohol will be allowed at any time.
11. Drivers must follow the designated route, stay with their designated group, are not allowed to pass and should drive on the shoulder whenever possible.
12. No implements, trailers or dual wheels are allowed.
13. All tractors must have a slow moving vehicle sign securely mounted on the rear.
14. No refunds.
All safety rules will be enforced by the officials of the 2023 Tractor Cruise. Any violations to the above stated rules or any other items or actions deemed to be unsafe or inappropriate for the cruise participants, volunteers, the general public or communities will result in the tractor and/ or cruise participant being asked to leave the cruise route.
Tractor Cruise Terms & Conditions
In consideration of your acceptance of this entry, I hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors, administrators, agents and assigns, release and discharge the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and its affiliated entities, their officers, directors, employees, agents, members, volunteers, and sponsors from any and all claims, demands, damages, actions and causes of action (present or future, whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated), including without limitation, claims for personal injuries or death and/or damages to my property relating to participation in the Tractor Cruise to the extent that those injuries and damages arose from the negligence or any other fault of Missouri Farm Bureau or its officers, directors, employees, agents,
members, volunteers and sponsors. I attest and verify that I have full knowledge of the risks involved in this event and either I am or my child is physically and sufficiently able to operate the equipment needed to participate in the Tractor Cruise. I also give my permission for the use of my or my child’s name and/or image in any broadcast, telecast, digital video or print media (to include audio, video and/or still photography) account of the Tractor Cruise, including those created or produced by Missouri Farm Bureau or any other associated entity. I represent and certify that I am 18 years of age or older, and that my or my child’s participation in the Tractor Cruise is voluntary. The undersigned hereby expressly agrees that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Missouri and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

2023 Agritourism Conference
2023-07-16 - 2023-07-18 | Excelsior Springs, MO, 401 Regent Street, Excelsior Springs, MO, 64024, United States
2023 Agritourism Conference
Host Hotel: The Elms Hotel & Spa || Address: 401 Regent Street; Excelsior Springs, MO; 64024 || Phone: 816.630.5500
Sunday, July 16
4 – 6 p.m. — Registration
6 p.m. — Reception & Dinner, featuring comments by MOFB President Garrett Hawkins and Randy White (Hutchinson Leisure & Learning Group)
Monday, July 17
7 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Bus Tour (Departs from The Elms Hotel & Spa; includes lunch + dinner)

Barham Family Farms
Fun Farm Pumpkin Patch – Clay County
The Farmer’s House Market – Weston
Red Barn Farm
Weston Tour
Weston Orchard & Vineyard
Shatto Milk Company
Angle Acres
Tobacco Barn || Farm-to-Table wine-pairing dinner w/ the Missouri Wine & Grape Board

Tuesday, July 18
8 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. — Coffee w/ Exhibitors, featuring comments by MOFB CAO Blake Rollins.
8:45 a.m. — U-Pick your Path: Prioritize Communications to Achieve Your Business Goals, featuring Mallory Rahe (Missouri Agriculture Food & Forestry Innovation Center)
9:45 a.m. — Financial Opportunities for Agriculture, featuring Jill Wood (Missouri Department of Agriculture)
10:45 a.m. — What You Need to Know about Retail Food Sales, featuring Paige Anderson (Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services Retail Food Program Manager)
11:30 a.m. — Lunch, featuring “What Flew … What Flopped”
1 p.m. — Embrace Your Quirks, Boost Your Exposure: Leveraging Uniqueness to Thrive in the Tourism Industry, featuring Katie Blake (Missouri Division of Tourism)
1:45 p.m. — Exhibitor Sharing
2:15 p.m. — Panel Discussion: Growing Rural Community Economic Development Through Agritourism, featuring Stacie Bratcher (Kearney Chamber of Commerce), Steve Frey (Weston Red Barn Farm), Tammy Bruckerhoff (City of Hermann/Visit Hermann) and Curtis Delgman (Peno Creek Pumpkin Patch)
Registration Fee: $125/person, includes Sunday reception/dinner, Monday bus tour, lunch and Farm to Table dinner, and Tuesday program sessions and lunch. Registration is available online through Wednesday, July 12.
Hotel Rate: $129 + tax (king bed); $149 + tax (2 double beds). Please contact The Elms Hotel & Spa to reserve your rate. Rooms may be available at the hotel at a later date; however, the negotiated room rate may not be available.
Vendors: Limited vendor spaces are available at the host hotel during dinner on Sunday evening and throughout the workshop sessions on Tuesday afternoon. Contact Julie Waldrop (julie.waldrop@mofb.org // 573.893.1417) to reserve a space.
Contact Davin Althoff (davin.althoff@mofb.org // 573-893-1416) for additional details regarding the conference.

2023 Commodity Conference
2023-08-24 - 2023-08-25 | Capitol Plaza Hotel, 415 W McCarty St, Jefferson City, MO, 65010
2023 Commodity Conference & State PAC Endorsement Session Agenda
Thursday, August 24
10:30 a.m. || Opening Remarks; Garrett Hawkins, President
10:45 a.m. || Market Outlook Sessions on Grain & Livestock; Ben Brown & Dr. Scott Brown, University of Missouri
12 p.m. || Lunch
1 p.m. || Export Challenges and Opportunities; Tony Clayton, President, Clayton Agri-Marketing, Inc.
1:45 p.m. || Highlighting the Green Web; Dan Engemann, MOFB Director of Regulatory Affairs
2:30 p.m. || Technology Advancements in the Livestock Industry: What is on the Horizon?; Rick Ayers, Beef Producer; Berend Koops, Merck Animal Health Director of Government Relations; Dr. Wenjun Ma, MU Associate Professor, College of Veterinary Medicine; Dr. Scott Brown, University of Missouri
3:15 p.m. || Break
3:30 p.m. || Commodity Committee Advisory Meetings
5:30 p.m. || Social Hour
6 p.m. || Dinner; Steve Censky, American Soybean Association CEO
8:30 p.m. || Hospitality Room
Friday, August 25
6:30 a.m. || Breakfast
8 a.m. || Opening Remarks; Garrett Hawkins, President
8:10 a.m. || Ted McKinney, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) CEO
9 a.m. || The U.S. Drought Monitor Process, Citizen Science, and Looking Ahead; Curtis Riganti, National Drought Mitigation Center/U.S. Drought Monitor
9:45 a.m. || Break
10 a.m. || Statewide PAC Meeting
10:30 a.m. || Regional Endorsement Committee Meetings
11:15 a.m. || PAC Board of Trustees Meeting
Event Information:
Official hotel: Capitol Plaza Hotel — 800-338-8088 — Block code: Missouri Farm Bureau
Room rate: $99/night
Registration:

For additional information, contact Davin Althoff (davin.althoff@mofb.org // 573-893-1416).

2023 MOFB Foundation for Agriculture Golf Tournament
2023-09-07 | Redfield Golf Course, 14005 Redfield Dr, Eugene, MO, 65032, United States
Join us for the annual Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Golf Tournament, hosted at Redfield Golf Course in Eugene! Entry fees include team registration, carts, lunch, prizes and refreshments.
Team Registration Information
Two start times are available this year, as the 2023 tournament features both an 8 a.m. shotgun start and a 1:30 p.m. shotgun start. Lunch will be provided at 12:30 p.m.
Cost: $600 per four-person team
Sponsorship Opportunities
$1,500 — Signature Sponsorship || Includes team entry, prominent display of organization’s name + color logo, recognition on handout provided to each participant.
$500 — Contest Sponsorship || Sponsor a specific contest/event: Longest drive, putting contest, awards ceremony, etc. Organization name + color logo displayed at contest location.
$250 — Hole Sponsorship || Organization name + color logo printed on sign and placed on tee box.
If you purchase a sponsorship, please send your high resolution logo to publicaffairs@mofb.com (EPS, AI or PDF format preferred).
AM Wave Schedule:
Registration + Driving Range Opens: 7 a.m.
Shotgun start: 8 a.m.
Lunch Available + Awards Ceremony: 12:30 p.m.
PM Wave Schedule:
Registration + Driving Range Opens: 12 p.m.
Lunch Available: 12:30 p.m.
Shotgun start: 1:30 p.m.
Awards Ceremony: ~6 p.m.
Questions?
Contact Emily LeRoy at 573.893.1415 or email emily.leroy@mofb.org.

2023 Ozarks Tractor Cruise
2023-09-23
All for a great cause!
All proceeds benefit the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. The Foundation provides a dedicated funding source for a variety of agricultural education programs and leadership programs.
Schedule
8:30 a.m. – Check in at Deer-Nado City Expo Center (384 State Highway WW; Conway, MO; 65632)
9:30 a.m. – Drivers’ Meeting
10 a.m. – Event Start (Event Starts and Finishes at Deer-Nado City Expo Center)
12 p.m. – Lunch at Mid Missouri Stockyards (17505 Rte. 66; Phillipsburg, MO; 65722)
Fees + Lunch Information
Registrations may be paid the day of the event for $50. Cash or check only.
*All fees include lunch for participant at Mid Missouri Stockyards. Additional guests may purchase lunch tickets on-site for $10/adult or $5/child.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Individuals and businesses can become a Tractor Cruise sponsor for as little as $100! As a sponsor, you will be recognized at the tractor cruise on signage, in participant goodie bags, and more. Sponsors are also invited to join the tractor cruise for lunch, compliments of the Foundation.
Register as a silver or gold sponsor by September 1 and the name/organization’s name will also appear on the T-shirt! Please submit your sponsorship by September 1.
Sponsorship levels:
GOLD SPONSOR: $500
SILVER SPONSOR: $250
BRONZE SPONSOR: $100

If you purchase a Gold or Silver sponsorship, please submit your logo via email to MOFB Public Affairs (publicaffairs@mofb.com). EPS, AI or PDF format preferred.

Tractor Cruise Rules
The main purpose of the Tractor Cruise is to raise money for agricultural awareness through the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and to have fun in the process. An accident or injury would take the fun out for everyone.
With this in mind and to assure that everyone is able to have a fun time, following are the rules for the Tractor Cruise:
1. All tractors must be in good mechanical condition to participate in the cruise (i.e., properly functioning brakes and parking brakes, non-excessive fuel or water leaks, good tires, non-excessive exhaust, etc.).
2. Traffic laws must be obeyed at all times during the cruise, including stops.
3. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license (state law), and drivers under 18 years must have written parental permission.
4. Operators must have insurance.
5. All participants must sign a disclaimer that is part of the registration form.
6. No “horseplay” will be allowed during the cruise, including stops.
7. Riders are not allowed unless they are seated in a “buddy” seat that is securely positioned next to or with the operator’s seat. Other seats must be approved by tractor cruise officials. Inappropriate or unsafe seats will be prohibited and the rider will not be allowed to ride the tractor during the cruise.
8. No ATVs will be allowed unless they are used by a cruise worker/volunteer.
9. All tractors must be able to go at least 10 mph.
10. No alcohol will be allowed at any time.
11. Drivers must follow the designated route, stay with their designated group, are not allowed to pass and should drive on the shoulder whenever possible.
12. No implements, trailers or dual wheels are allowed.
13. All tractors must have a slow-moving vehicle sign securely mounted on the rear.
14. No refunds.
All safety rules will be enforced by the officials of the 2023 Ozarks Tractor Cruise. Any violations to the above stated rules or any other items or actions deemed to be unsafe or inappropriate for the cruise participants, volunteers, the general public or communities will result in the tractor and/ or cruise participant being asked to leave the cruise route.
Tractor Cruise Terms & Conditions
In consideration of your acceptance of this entry, I hereby, for myself, my heirs, my executors, administrators, agents and assigns, release and discharge the Missouri Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and its affiliated entities, their officers, directors, employees, agents, members, volunteers, and sponsors from any and all claims, demands, damages, actions and causes of action (present or future, whether known or unknown, anticipated or unanticipated), including without limitation, claims for personal injuries or death and/or damages to my property relating to participation in the Tractor Cruise to the extent that those injuries and damages arose from the negligence or any other fault of Missouri Farm Bureau or its officers, directors, employees, agents, members, volunteers and sponsors. I attest and verify that I have full knowledge of the risks involved in this event and either I am or my child is physically and sufficiently able to operate the equipment needed to participate in the Tractor Cruise. I also give my permission for the use of my or my child’s name and/or image in any broadcast, telecast, digital video or print media (to include audio, video and/or still photography) account of the Tractor Cruise, including those created or produced by Missouri Farm Bureau or any other associated entity. I represent and certify that I am 18 years of age or older, and that my or my child’s participation in the Tractor Cruise is voluntary. The undersigned hereby expressly agrees that this Release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted by the laws of the State of Missouri and that if any portion is held invalid, it is agreed that the balance shall, notwithstanding, continue in full legal force and effect.

2023 Teacher Farm Tour
2023-10-16
Join us for the 2023 Teacher Farm Tour on Monday, October 16. A group of 12 teachers will visit Red Barn Ranch and Boys Grow in western Missouri. A lunch and shuttle service will be provided. Hold your spot for just $10!

2023 Annual Meeting
2023-12-02 - 2023-12-05 | Margaritaville Lake Resort, 494 Tan Tara Drive, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States
Lodging Information
Margaritaville Lake Resort has a number of rooms available for the 2023 Missouri Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. Visit the Margaritaville reservation website to reserve your room.
Art Show Contest & Live Auction
The Foundation for Agriculture will be accepting entries for the 2023 Art Show contest and auction. All artwork must be on-site at the Annual Meeting by December 3 at 8 a.m. Voting will begin following Flapjack Fest. Please use this entry form to reserve your spot in the competition. Contact Jennifer Poindexter with questions.
St. Louis Cardinals First Pitch Raffle
Support the Foundation for Agriculture by purchasing a chance to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at a St. Louis Cardinals baseball game! One lucky winner will be selected to receive four field box tickets to a 2024 Cardinals home game. Each raffle ticket is $50, and there is no limit to how many raffle tickets you purchase. The winner will be drawn the evening of Monday, December 4. Purchase your ticket at the Foundation booth on the 5th Level at Margaritaville.
Tentative Agenda
Saturday, December 2

10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration

10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Silent Auction (Drop Off Only)

11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
County Presidents’ Training Meeting

12 p.m.
County Presidents’ Luncheon

1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
County Presidents’ Conference

6:30 p.m.
County Presidents’ Dinner & County Gold Star Award Program

Sunday, December 3

All Day
Farm Bureau Ambassador Interviews

8 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Foundation Flapjack Fest

8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Silent Auction

9:30 a.m.
Church Service

10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
Registration

11:30 a.m.
Preliminary Round Collegiate Discussion Meet

11:45 a.m.
Ambassador Contestants’ Luncheon

12:30 p.m.
FFA Speech Contestants’ Luncheon

1:30 p.m.
Resolutions Open Hearing

2:30 p.m.
FFA Speech Contest

3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Gubernatorial Forum

4 p.m.
Final Round Collegiate Discussion Meet

5 p.m.
Banquet

7 p.m.
Ambassador Contest & Foundation for Agriculture Trivia Night

Monday, December 4

7 a.m.
Breakfast (Hosted by Promotion & Education Committee)

8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Registration

9 a.m.
General Session

11 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Silent Auction

1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Business Meeting & Resolutions Voting Delegates

6 p.m.
“Taste of Missouri” Buffet

7:30 p.m.
2023 Special Project and President’s Awards

Tuesday, December 5

7:15 a.m.
Breakfast (Hosted by Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee)

8:30 a.m.
District 5, 6, 7, 8 and North District at-Large Caucuses

9 a.m.
Completion of Resolutions

10 a.m.
Election of Vice President and Directors

12 p.m.
Adjourn

2023 Annual Meeting Trivia Night
2023-12-03 21:00 - 23:00 | Margaritaville Lake Resort, 494 Tan Tara Drive, Osage Beach, MO, 65065, United States
Join us after the conclusion of the Ambassador Contest at Annual Meeting for the 2023 Trivia Night event, benefitting the Foundation for Agriculture. Participants do not need to attend Annual Meeting to participate in Trivia Night. Kids are welcome, and family interaction is encouraged!
You can get involved in multiple ways!

*Team Entry Fee: $200, includes up to 10 people per table. Your entry fee includes food and beverages during the event and 10 mulligans for your team to use throughout the event.
*Category Sponsor: $250, includes logo listed on each slide for one full category.
*Food/Beverage Sponsor: $500, includes one trivia team and logo printed on score sheets and signage.

*Team entries are now only available at the door, and sponsorship opportunities are now closed.*
Questions? Contact Emily LeRoy. If you purchase a sponsorship, please e-mail a high-resolution logo (EPS or PDF preferred) to publicaffairs@mofb.com.

2024 MOFB Capitol Connection (East Central)
2024-01-23 | Missouri State Capitol, 201 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO, 65101
Bringing Leaders to the Capitol to Advance the Cause
Join us at the Capitol for an opportunity to speak with your local legislators! Contact your regional coordinator to learn more details and register.

2024 MOFB Capitol Connection (Northeast)
2024-01-30 | Missouri State Capitol, 201 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO, 65101

District 2 Farm Bureau Fellowship in Macon
2024-02-01 17:30 - 20:00
Missouri Farm Bureau is coming to northeast Missouri! We hope you will join us for a meal and conversation with staff and fellow members.
The District 2 Farm Bureau Fellowship will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at the Macon County Fairgrounds in Macon! Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with dinner served at 6 p.m.
The event address is: 1305 S. Missouri St. / Macon, MO 63552
Feel free to bring potential members with you to this event. All guests can enter to win door prizes!
Please RSVP (click here)!

2024 MOFB Capitol Connection (Southeast)
2024-02-06 | Missouri State Capitol, 201 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO, 65101
