Kansas Farm Bureau

Kim Baldwin paints a vivid picture of life on the farm as the first big winter storm of 2025 rolls in. While many stock up on French toast essentials — earning the event its “French Toast Warning” nickname — farmers like Kim were pulling double duty preparing their homes and farms for the icy blast. From winterizing equipment to readying hay bales and ice-breaking tools, every detail is accounted for. Even as preparations extend to newborn lambs and power outage contingencies, Kim holds out hope that all the storm readiness might culminate in a rare moment to enjoy the comforts of French toast amidst the hard work of farm life. Read the full Insight at: https://lnkd.in/gyRUPTyP

Four days until the Young Farmers and Ranchers Conference in Manhattan. District 4 YF&R Committee members Joseph and Teresa Neville from Sedgwick County are counting down the days. We'll see you Friday!

District 5's Young Farmers & Ranchers Committee members, Chad and Megan Larson of Riley County, are excited to see everyone in just five days at the Young Farmers & Ranchers Leaders Conference Jan. 10-12. Don't let the cold weather keep you away - the speaker and workshop lineup is fantastic! See who will be there at https://lnkd.in/gXRtpeCB.

Six days until Kansas Farm Bureau's Young Farmers & Ranchers Leaders Conference. Colin and Alissa Kirchhoff of Phillips County can't wait to see attendees there to advocate, educate and serve together.

Officially ONE WEEK until the Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference! District 7's YF&R Committee members, Billy and Brianna Milton from Stafford County, are eagerly anticipating seeing attendees!

Kansas Farm Bureau President, Joe Newland, and Vice-President, Glenn Brunkow, traveled to Washington, D.C., in December for the American Farm Bureau Federation Resolutions Committee meeting. While in D.C., they met with Kansas Reps. Mann and Davids and Sens. Moran and Marshall. Newland and Brunkow discussed Kansas Farm Bureau’s policies and positions on the farm bill and energy, among other topics important to Farm Bureau members in Kansas.

Kansas Farm Bureau’s County Presidents Conference and Day at the Statehouse events will be held Jan. 21-22 in Topeka. The County Presidents Conference helps build relationships between county Farm Bureau presidents while offering sessions on necessary skills and leadership opportunities. The Day at the Statehouse event offers farmers and ranchers an opportunity to learn about legislative issues, advocate policy with lawmakers and engage in valuable conversations to be the Voice of Agriculture. Registration details are available for each event at www.kfb.org/events. Deadline to register is Jan. 10.

Only eight days until the biggest networking and learning party in Manhattan - the Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference Jan. 10-12. We're excited to welcome you to town and to have the opportunity to hear from Jordy Nelson. District 8's YF&R committee members Fred and Megan Goossen from Gray County are ready to get the party started!

Happy New Year! We're kicking off 2025 the best way - counting down to the upcoming Young Farmers & Ranchers Conference Jan. 10-12 in Manhattan. There's only nine days until the big weekend, and District 9's YF&R Committee members, Caleb and Kaylee Sipes, are excited to welcome you to the conference. We'll see you soon!

Glenn Brunkow reminds us that as the holiday season wraps up, the legislative season begins — a time when Kansas Farm Bureau's grassroots efforts truly shine. With new faces in Topeka and Washington, D.C., and a policy book crafted by members, it's up to all of us to ensure our voices are heard. From building relationships with elected officials to staying informed and responding to action alerts, every member plays a vital role. While the legislative season may lack the sparkle of the holidays, Glenn urges us to embrace it with the same commitment, ensuring a strong future for farmers and ranchers. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gF8TGV9E.