Oklahoma City — The nomination process continues for a new five-member commission to represent and promote Oklahoma oilseed production. The Oklahoma Oilseed Commission was authorized by the state Legislature, and the election is being developed through the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry. The initial election is scheduled to begin Feb. 8 and end Feb. 22. Nomination forms must be received by Jan. 22.
Much like other producer-funded industry commissions, the Oklahoma Oilseed Commission will collect an assessment from producers to fund research, market development, education and enhance oilseed production. Nomination forms are available from the ODAFF, OSU County Extension offices, and many grain elevators and co-ops.
District 4 will elect a director for an initial five-year term from one of the following counties: Osage, Washington, Nowata, Craig, Ottawa, Pawnee, Rogers, Mayes, Delaware, Creek, Tulsa, Wagoner, Cherokee, Adair, Okfuskee, Okmulgee, Muskogee, Sequoyah or McIntosh.
Information: www.oda.state.ok.us.
