Missouri Farm Bureau
@MOFarmBureau
Advocating for farmers, the rural way of life, and all Missourians.
Meet Elizabeth Scott from Jefferson City, MO! She’s studying information science tech at Missouri S&T and is our IT intern this summer, helping the team and assisting at the help desk. Elizabeth chose #MOFB for its mission and atmosphere and is excited to grow her IT skills!

Nearly 900 bicyclists gathered to spin their wheels across the bootheel of the Show Me State for the annual Tour De Corn! Thanks to #MOFB members who hosted rest stops with pickles, sweet corn & more. FYI, the corn was already well over knee high before the 4th of July!




Congrats to #MOFB Vice President Todd Hays, who’s been reappointed to the Missouri State Fair commission! When you’re there, say hello to Todd and stop by the MOFB building for some ice-cold milk for 25 cents, and some cool air conditioning! governor.mo.gov/press-releases…
Department of Energy Loan Office cancels funding to Grain Belt Express khqa.com/news/local/dep…
Trump DOE cancels loan for major transmission project opposed by Hawley washingtonexaminer.com/policy/energy-…
#MOFB President @JGarrettHawkins’ statement on the Department of Energy’s cancellation of the Grain Belt Express Loan. @HawleyMo @AGAndrewBailey #missourifarmbureau #moag #moleg #missouriagriculture

👒🧢 Hat lovers, show us your favorite worn-in #MOFB hat! Whether it’s sun-faded or mud-splashed, drop a pic in the comments for a chance to win a brand new one! 🎁📸 Let's see those hats! Deadline: Sunday at 5 p.m. ⏳ #MissouriFarmBureau #MOAg #MissouriAgriculture

🎙️ New Digging In Podcast! MO @AGAndrewBailey joins #MOFB Pres. @JGarrettHawkins to talk Grain Belt Express, WOTUS, Prop 12 & more — issues that matter to #Moag. 🎧 Listen now: soundcloud.com/user-854280744… #Missouriagriculture #MissouriFarmBureau #Moleg
🎉 Big Congrats to Janet Adkison! 🎉 Our Director of Public Affairs & Advocacy is a 2025 NAFB Hall of Fame inductee! We're so proud—join us in celebrating Janet and this amazing honor! 🔗 nafb.com/blogs/nafb-nam… #mofb #missourifarmbureau #moag #missouriagriculture

#MOFB President @JGarrettHawkins told @Reuters the Grain Belt Express threatens Missouri landowners’ rights with dozens of eminent domain filings. “It profits off the backs of farmers forced to host their infrastructure for decades.” @HawleyMO #moag 🔗 reuters.com/business/energ…
Meet Case Melzer from Harrisonville, MO! He’s studying agribusiness management with a public policy focus at Mizzou and joins #MOFB as our National Legislative Affairs Intern. A 5th-gen dairy farmer, Case is passionate about ag policy and supporting Missouri’s farmers.

🌾 Weather and tariffs are top of mind in the markets. Ben Brown of @MUExtension breaks it all down on Digging In. 🎧 Listen now: soundcloud.com/user-854280744… #mofb #missourifarmbureau #moag #missouriagriculture
#MOFB President @JGarrettHawkins' statement on recent actions taken by Senator @HawleyMO and Attorney General @AGAndrewBailey regarding the Grain Belt Express. #missourifarmbureau #moleg #moag #missouriagriculture

🚨: @JGarrettHawkins is sounding the alarm on infringement on private property rights via the Grain Belt Express project. @SecRollins knows this issue, and we’re looking forward to working with her to protect landowners.@MOFarmBureau @AGAndrewBailey @HawleyMO @SenEricSchmitt
Today farmers and ranchers from across the country, who lead our state Farm Bureaus and manage farms of all sizes and types, met with administration officials, including members of the cabinet at the White House to discuss key issues impacting rural communities. Our nation is…
Agritourism is booming! In 2022, U.S. farms earned $1.26B from it—a 12.4% jump since 2017 (adjusted for inflation). From hayrides to vineyard tours, 57% of counties are seeing the benefits. Have a fave farm visit? Drop it below! 👇 mofb.org/agritourism-cu… #mofb #moag #farmlife
Meet Izzy Freymuth from Montgomery City, MO! Studying ag education with minors in plant science & agribusiness, she’s back for her 2nd summer as our education & promotion intern. Izzy helps with conferences and creates resources to teach kids about agriculture. #MOFB

"@AGAndrewBailey has been a staunch defender of property owners' rights and an advocate for Missouri agriculture,” said #MOFB President @JGarrettHawkins. “We’re grateful he’s holding Invenergy accountable for landowners." #moag #missouriagriculture 🔗 brownfieldagnews.com/news/missouris…
Happy Independence Day! At #MOFB, we are grateful for our freedom, our farms and the people who make both possible. Wishing you a safe 4th of July! #landofthefree #homeofthebrave What are your favorite traditions?
Meet our intern Kelli Fletcher from Columbia, MO! A marketing student at Columbia College, she’s joining #MOFB this summer as a copywriting intern, crafting blogs, social media copy and articles. Kelli loves agriculture and marketing; she is excited to grow her skills with us.
