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Stories, announcements, and local highlights from across Western Oklahoma.
Our work is rooted in the people and communities we serve. The Newsroom is where you can find the latest updates from Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma, including producer stories, community involvement, event highlights, scholarship announcements, and important organizational news to keep you connected with everything happening across our 27 counties.
Featured Stories From Across Western Oklahoma
These stories highlight the people and partnerships that shape agriculture in our region. From generational family operations to young producers finding their path, each feature reflects the resilience and values of rural Oklahoma.
Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma’s Jamey Mitchell Named 2025 Rural Renewal Citizenship Prize Recipient
This prestigious honor, awarded by the Oklahoma State University Rural Renewal Initiative, recognizes individuals who demonstrate outstanding commitment to revitalizing […]
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Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Honors Agricultural Education Instructor and FFA Advisor C.L. McGill
STILLWATER, OK – October 11, 2025 – Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma is excited to make history by honoring an […]
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Browse recent announcements, press releases, event recaps, scholarship news, and updates from across our service area. Use category filters to find the information that matters most to you.
A Career That Started by Accident, and Ended with Impact
Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma’s Larry Zook is set to retire on April 30, 2026. While Larry has a lifetime […]
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Supporting Youth and Rural Communities is at the heart of FCWO
At Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma, we serve farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses across the region, but our impact goes beyond […]
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Lisa Batt to Retire After 41 Years of Dedicated Service
Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma’s Lisa Batt will retire on March 31, 2026, after an extraordinary 41 years of service […]
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Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma to Host Inaugural AgNext Agricultural Summit on May 1
Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma (FCWO) will host its inaugural AgNext Agricultural Summit on Friday, May 1, at the Express […]
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Backing Two World Champions | Western Oklahoma
At Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma, we are proud to stand behind two of the best in the world, World […]
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Developing the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders
Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma serves 27 counties across western Oklahoma, and supporting young people is a core part of […]
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Community Support Across Western Oklahoma
Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma has a long history of showing up for the people and communities we serve. From […]
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Save Time and Strengthen Your Security with Online Bill Pay
Many of our customers are looking for ways to save time and strengthen the security of their financial routine. One […]
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Farm Credit Associations of Oklahoma 2026 Scholarship Program
The Farm Credit Associations of Oklahoma Scholarship program provides financial assistance for Oklahoma State University junior and senior students pursuing […]
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Drones in Agriculture
From checking crops to spraying pastures, drones are quickly becoming part of the daily toolkit for farmers, ranchers, and even […]
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Lessons Learned & Tips for Natural Disasters
A few years ago a member of our Woodward staff team, Misty Comstock and her family endured a fire and […]
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Fire Prevention on the Farm & Ranch is a Year-Round Task
10 Farm & Ranch Fire Prevention Tips from Kory Selman, Weatherford Fire Chief When stacking hay, don’t stack it next […]
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Supporting the Woodward Elks Rodeo
Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma has been a proud supporter of the Woodward Elks Rodeo for nearly 30 years. As […]
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Managing Blood Sugar When the Work Won’t Wait
Sheri Glazier (Guest Writer) MS, RDN/LD – The Dirt Road Dietitian It’s easy to skip breakfast and hit the ground […]
Read more Southwestern Oklahoma State University Student Parker Jacks Interns at Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma
WOODWARD – June 11, 2025 – Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma is proud to welcome Parker Jacks as our 2025 […]
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Tips & Hacks for Outdoor Cooking from the FCWO Team
With several grills across our branches and over 5,500 plates served last year, it’s safe to say our team knows […]
Read more Oklahoma State University Student Charley Thrasher Interns at the Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma
WOODWARD – June 10, 2025 – Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma is proud to welcome Charley Thrasher as our 2025 […]
Read more Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Partners with Rural 1st® to Provide Financing for Home Loans
WOODWARD, OK – March 15, 2025 – Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma (FCWO) is happy to announce a new partnership […]
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Investment, Not a Donation
Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture’s New Building “We view it as an investment, not a donation,” said Greg […]
Read more CoBank, Oklahoma AgCredit and Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Partner to Donate $100,000 for Wildfire Relief Efforts in Western Oklahoma
WOODWARD – May 14 ,2024 – After wildfires tore through parts of Western Oklahoma early this spring, CoBank, Oklahoma AgCredit […]
Read more Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Returns a Record of $13 Million Back to Customers in 2024
WOODWARD – February 29 ,2024 – Customers of Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma (FCWO) will soon be receiving their patronage […]
Read more NWOSU Student, Addie Hoeme, Interns at the Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Alva Branch
WOODWARD – February 20, 2024 – Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma is happy to welcome a new intern to our […]
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From Humble Beginnings Come Great Things
John and Terrica Grunewald John and his wife Terrica are pictured at the Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma staff Christmas […]
Read more Greg Livingston selected to Lead Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma
WOODWARD – November 1, 2023 – The Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma (FCWO) Board of Director’s is proud to announce […]
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Farm Credit’s Relationship Driven Narrative is What Draws and Retains Customers
We are highlighting board member and customer, David Dolch, of Anadarko, OK. David grew up and has resided in the […]
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Faith and a Reliable Ag Lender are Cornerstones for Roger Fischer
Some people are easy to get to know because they are so authentic. Roger Fischer fits that mold. In just […]
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Meet our 2023 Summer Intern
Trent Mitchell is working as a FCWO summer intern. Trent grew up on a diversified crop and livestock operation in […]
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Skaggs brings many assets to the table for FCWO
Lyndal Skaggs of Lamont, Okla. is an incredible asset to the Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Board of Directors. When […]
Read more Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma Returns a Record of $11 Million Back to Customers in 2023
WOODWARD – March 7, 2023 – Customers of Farm Credit of Western Oklahoma (FCWO) will soon be receiving their patronage […]
Read more Farm Credit Associations of Oklahoma Presents Five $1,000 Scholarships
WOODWARD – MARCH 7, 2023 – Farm Credit Associations of Oklahoma is pleased to award five junior and senior students […]
Read more Family Man, People Person, Businessman
Troy White is a fifth generation stocker producer and wheat farmer near Mooreland, Okla. He has served on the Farm […]
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Graf Appreciates the FCWO Team and How They Go the Extra Mile
We are excited to have a space to highlight our customer/shareholders like Mark and Vonda Graf. The Grafs farm and […]
Read more Real Stories From Real Producers
Our producers say it best. Explore stories from neighbors across Western Oklahoma who rely on us for financing, support, and a long-term relationship built on trust.
Norris Cattle Company | Pawnee, Oklahoma
Hadley Jensen and Cole Patterson are continuing a ranching legacy in Pawnee, Oklahoma, where their family operates Norris Cattle Company. […]
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Barbour Family | Dibble, Oklahoma
Joe and Kristen Barbour are raising their four boys on a growing cattle operation in Dibble, Oklahoma. Their business stretches […]
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Sproul Family | Isabella, Oklahoma
Ryan and Kristi Sproul are raising the seventh generation of their family in Major County, Oklahoma, where they operate a […]
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Zollinger Family | Buffalo, Oklahoma
Brad and Amanda Zollinger farm and ranch in Buffalo, Oklahoma, where their family operation includes cow-calf production, stockers, backgrounding cattle, […]
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