Oregon Farm Bureau Federation President Angi Bailey was elected to represent the Western Region on the American Farm Bureau Federation Board of Directors. The Western region consists of 13 states and holds five seats on the AFBF board. The board plays a pivotal role in shaping federal policy related to agriculture and natural resources.

"With the depth and breadth of challenges facing Oregon farmers and ranchers, including issues surrounding ag labor, the farm bill, water and drought, and livestock predation just to name a few, this board seat secures Oregon and the West a voice at the table and gives us a national platform to highlight the unique challenges we face,” OFBF President Bailey said. “I will never take this responsibility lightly. I look forward to advocating for Oregon, and the rest of the West, in this new and exciting way.”

“Angi’s election to the AFBF board is an exciting and well-deserved opportunity! Her knowledge of and passion for Western issues and grassroots advocacy will be a great addition to the board,” commented OFBF Board Member Matthew Brady, who represents Lane and Douglas counties and was also present at the AFBF Annual Business meeting in Salt Lake City, UT.

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Bailey’s election marks the first time in eight years that Oregon has had a seat on the national board – formerly held by past OFBF President Barry Bushue. Bailey was also appointed to represent the West on the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Board. Angi Bailey is the first woman representing the OFBF elected to the AFBF board.


--Staff Reports

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