Guthrie County Farm Bureau

05/06/2026

Two great days of farm safety with some awesome 3rd graders!

Students from local schools learned about grain safety, sun safety, electrical safety, ATV safety, PTO and tractor safety, and animal safety. Covering a wide range of important topics to help them stay safe on the farm.

At the PTO and tractor safety station, students gathered around a mini farm display and put their thinking skills to work by spotting unsafe situations. Beth Bornholdt and Grace Tigges guided them through real-life scenarios, helping them recognize hazards and make safer choices.

Jim Calvert also taught PTO and tractor safety, and students had the opportunity to climb into a tractor cab to see why checking your surroundings is so important before operating equipment.

A big thank you to Guthrie County ISU Extension & Outreach for inviting us to be part of this great learning experience.

04/27/2026

We are proud to announce the 2026 Guthrie County Farm Bureau Scholarship recipients! 🎓🌟
Join us in congratulating Gracie Hodges (ACGC), Cody Kastner (Panorama), and Camdyn Richter (ACGC). Your hard work, dedication, and passion make our community proud. We are excited to support your next chapter and can’t wait to see where your journey takes you!

04/10/2026

Hi everyone! I am Grace Tigges and I am excited to introduce myself as the new Outreach Coordinator for Farm Bureau, serving both Audubon and Guthrie Counties.

I grew up in Carroll helping my grandpa on his farm, which is where my passion for agriculture really started . I am currently studying Agribusiness at DMACC and plan to graduate in May 2026.

I am looking forward to getting involved in the communities and meeting new people. Feel free to reach out anytime, I would love to connect!

03/27/2026

🛒🏁 Grocery Cart Races for a Great Cause! 🏁🛒
We kicked off the day at Panora Hometown Foods with the Guthrie County Farm Bureau Grocery Cart Races! Eight teams competed to see who could get closest to $100 in groceries—all to raise food and funds for our local food pantries.
🏆 Teams who battled it out included:
• Guthrie County Corn Growers - WINNER
• Guthrie County Cattlemens Association
• Representative Carter Nordman
• Guthrie Center Methodist Church
• Bryton Insurance Agency
• AC/GC FFA
• Panorama Ffa
• West Central Valley FFA
Together, over $800 in groceries were donated to New Opportunities in Guthrie Center and Faith Bible Church in Panora—making a big impact right here in Guthrie County. Guthrie County Farm Bureau will match all donated items with donating funds to the local food pantries!
A special thank you to for sponsoring the FFA teams, and a huge shout‑out to Panora Hometown Foods & Panora Subway for hosting us (and being ready bright and early!).
Most of all, thank you to all the businesses, organizations, and teams who participated. Your generosity helps fill pantry shelves and support our neighbors in need! ❤️

03/26/2026

Looking forward to a great event on Saturday!

🌟 Business Spotlight! 🌟

We're thrilled to announce our upcoming STEM Festival! This year, we're shining a spotlight on our incredible businesses and organizations that are making waves in the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. 🚀🔬💡

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired! Guthrie County STEM Festival March 28 from 9 AM-12 PM at the Panorama Elementary School 📅✨

Guthrie County Farm Bureau

03/16/2026

Meet with Legislators, Senator Jesse Green and Representative Carter Nordman, this Saturday at 9 AM.

02/25/2026

One of our own, Mollie Clark, was selected to participate in this 2026 Ag Leaders Institute! Thank you for representing Guthrie County, Mollie!

Leadership requires dedication.

Please join us in applauding the thirty Farm Bureau members from across the state who have been selected to participate in Iowa Farm Bureau’s 2026 Ag Leaders Institute, a year-long leadership training and development program.

Learn more about the group at https://www.iowafarmbureau.com/Article/2026-Ag-Leaders-class-begins-training

01/29/2026

📣 We’re Hiring!
Audubon & Guthrie County Farm Bureaus are seeking a Farm Bureau Outreach Coordinator!

We're looking for someone creative, organized, and passionate about agriculture and community outreach.
✔️ Flexible hours
✔️ Work with volunteers & local programs
✔️ Help support Ag in the Classroom
📅 Apply by February 10 (or until filled)
👉 https://fbfs.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/3/home/requisition/6233?c=fbfs

📲 Questions? Please contact Beth Bornholdt at 712‑210‑6431 or [email protected].

Iowa Farm Bureau, Iowa's largest grassroots farm organization, works for farmers and agriculture, strengthens rural communities, promotes quality healthcare, and invests in Iowa’s future.

01/09/2026

🎓 Attention Graduating Seniors!
Guthrie County Farm Bureau is offering scholarship opportunities to help you achieve your educational goals. If you’re planning for college and want to ease the financial burden, check out the details and apply today!
👉 Learn more and apply here: www.iowafarmbureau.com/Member-Benefits/Iowa-Farm-Bureau-Scholarships

📅 Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, January 28, 2026

📞 Questions? Contact us at 641-747-3014 or [email protected].

12/17/2025

🌟 Congratulations, Guthrie County Farm Bureau! 🌟
We’re excited to share that Guthrie County Farm Bureau received the County Award of Excellence during the Iowa Farm Bureau Federation’s 107th Annual Meeting, held December 9–10 in Des Moines!
This honor recognizes county Farm Bureaus that excel in membership, policy engagement, leadership development, and community outreach. In 2025, Guthrie County Farm Bureau made a difference by:
✅ Donating over $2,000 to local food pantries through the Grocery Cart Races event at Hometown Foods
✅ Supporting 4-H and FFA youth at the Guthrie County Fair
✅ Hosting two local town halls to connect with elected officials about key ag issues

Heath Blomquist, County President, accepted the award on behalf of the Guthrie County Board of Directors.

Thank you to all our members for making this achievement possible!

12/04/2025

The Young Farmer Conference is almost here!
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with fellow young farmers.
👉 Get all the details at: https://www.iowafarmbureau.com/Farmer-Resources/Farm-Bureau-Leaders/Young-Farmer-Program/Young-Farmer-Conference
✅ To register, contact your County Farm Bureau office or email [email protected] today!