[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 46 (Wednesday, March 18, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E354]
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     CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MISSOURI FARM BUREAU 
                               FEDERATION

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                        HON. BLAINE LUETKEMEYER

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 18, 2015

  Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th 
Anniversary of the Missouri Farm Bureau Federation. The Missouri Farm 
Bureau has been a champion of advocating for farmers the past century. 
Over the years, this organization has built a reputation of service 
based on credibility, integrity, and thorough knowledge of the issues--
a reputation that continues to grow.
   On March 24, 1915, the county Farm Bureau movement changed forever. 
A group of farmers and ranchers gathered in Saline County to organize 
the nation's first state Farm Bureau organization. Since then, Missouri 
Farm Bureau has continued to grow in strength and is the state's most 
effective organization that works to improve the quality of life for 
farmers, rural Missouri, and all Missourians. When members join, their 
voice is heard at the county, state, and national level.
   Over these one hundred years, Missouri Farm Bureau has worked on 
various issues on the state and national level that would affect the 
farming industry. This organization is also committed to teaching 
consumers and school children how crop/food production affects their 
daily lives. By educating future generations about the importance of 
agriculture, this industry will continue to be successful.
   As a farmer and member of Missouri Farm Bureau, it is a privilege to 
recognize the impact this organization has had on the agriculture 
industry and families in Missouri. I am confident that Missouri Farm 
Bureau will continue to succeed in the years to come.
   I ask you in joining me in recognizing the 100th Anniversary of the 
Missouri Farm Bureau.

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