Okmulgee County Proclaims Oklahoma Farm Bureau Week

Commissioners recognize agriculture's importance to local and state economy

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners approved a proclamation designating February 9-13 as Oklahoma Farm Bureau Week, highlighting the vital role of agriculture in the county and state economy. Farm Bureau representatives emphasized the need for stable funding for county services and the close working relationship between agricultural organizations and local government.

Why it matters

The proclamation underscores the significant economic impact of the agricultural industry in Okmulgee County and across Oklahoma. It also demonstrates the collaborative partnership between the Farm Bureau and county officials in supporting the local farming community and ensuring the continued viability of the agricultural sector.

The details

During their regular weekly meeting, the Okmulgee County Commissioners approved the proclamation recognizing Oklahoma Farm Bureau Week. Farm Bureau representatives were present to advocate for the importance of agriculture to the county and state economies, and to stress the need for stable funding for essential county services that support the farming community.

  • The Okmulgee County Commissioners met on Monday, February 9, 2026 to approve the proclamation.
  • Oklahoma Farm Bureau Week was designated for February 9-13, 2026.

The players

Okmulgee County Board of County Commissioners

The governing body of Okmulgee County, Oklahoma that approved the proclamation designating Oklahoma Farm Bureau Week.

Okmulgee County Farm Bureau

The local chapter of the Oklahoma Farm Bureau, an agricultural advocacy organization that works closely with county governments to support the farming community.

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The takeaway

The proclamation by the Okmulgee County Commissioners underscores the vital economic role of agriculture in the local and state economy, and the collaborative partnership between the Farm Bureau and county government in supporting the farming community and ensuring the long-term viability of the agricultural sector.