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Texas Farm Bureau
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1933
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Texas Farm Bureau is a private, nonprofit membership-based agricultural organization headquartered in Waco, Texas, operating as the largest farm and ranch organization in the state with more than 500,000 member-families. It serves as the Texas state affiliate of the American Farm Bureau Federation and functions as the unified voice of Texas agriculture, advocating at both the state (Austin) and federal (Washington) levels on issues including eminent domain, farm labor, climate, and agricultural regulation. The organization runs the AGFUND political action arm and the VoterVoice grassroots advocacy platform.

Core products and services include the MyTFB member portal and mobile applications (iOS and Android) for membership account management, TFB Health Plans (health insurance), and TFB Insurance (property, casualty, auto, and farm coverage). Content and brand surfaces include the Texas Table Top food blog, Texas Ag Today Podcast, a daily newsletter, and radio programming. The organization also operates youth and leadership development programs (Young Farmer & Rancher, AgLead, BLOCK, Collegiate Farm Bureau, Ag in the Classroom), and partners with 4-H on youth agricultural education.

Revenue is generated through recurring annual membership dues across 500,000+ member-families, supplemented by affiliated insurance and health plan revenue from wholly-owned TFB Insurance and TFB Health Plans subsidiaries. Distribution is multi-channel: direct sales via the MyTFB portal, field-based sales through a statewide network of county Farm Bureau offices, and affiliated insurance and health plan providers. Membership pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; member benefits include health solutions, vehicle and entertainment discounts, advocacy representation, and disaster recovery support.

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Texas Farm Bureau is a nonprofit agricultural membership organization serving more than 500,000 member-families across Texas as the state's largest farm and ranch body, providing advocacy, health plans, insurance, and leadership development through county chapters and digital platforms.

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501–1,000
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HeadquartersWaco, United States
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North America
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Serves global market

Offices2 records

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agricultural advocacy, membership organization, farm insurance, health insurance plans, agricultural education
SIC code1 code
  • Services-Membership Organizations8600
Product category
Agricultural Membership Organization
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Revenue model2 records
1Membership Dues
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Texas Farm Bureau generates revenue through annual membership dues from its over 500,000 member-families. Membership provides access to benefits including health plans, insurance products, advocacy services, and member discounts.

my.texasfarmbureau.org
2Member Benefits and Services
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

The organization offers affiliated services including TFB Health Plans (health insurance), TFB Insurance, AGFUND political advocacy contributions, and various member benefit programs that generate revenue or support operations.

texasfarmbureau.org
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Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D
Pricing details1 tier
1Individual/Family Membership
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceAnnual
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Quote-based membership pricing through county offices. The MyTFB portal requires membership number verification for access.

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1MyTFB
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Member portal and mobile application for Texas Farm Bureau members

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Texas Farm Bureau is a membership-based agricultural advocacy organization that serves more than 500,000 Texas member-families through annual dues. Members receive legislative and regulatory advocacy representation in Austin and Washington, access to affiliated health insurance (TFB Health Plans) and property/casualty insurance (TFB Insurance), member discounts, leadership development programs, youth agricultural education, and disaster recovery support.

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Texas Farm Bureau operates as a membership-based agricultural advocacy organization offering a portfolio of products and services. The core member services include MyTFB (a member portal for account management and benefits access), TFB Health Plans (health insurance), and TFB Insurance (property and casualty coverage). Additional offerings include Texas Table Top (a food blog focused on Texas agriculture and recipes) and the Texas Ag Today Podcast. The organization serves more than 500,000 member-families across Texas, providing advocacy, leadership programs, youth initiatives, and member benefits through its integrated product ecosystem.

Product and service6 records
1TFB Membership
CategoryMembership
Description

Annual membership in the Texas Farm Bureau providing Texas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers with legislative and regulatory advocacy representation, access to affiliated insurance and health plan products, member discounts, leadership development programs, youth education, and disaster recovery support. Membership is available to individuals and families across Texas through county Farm Bureau offices or the MyTFB online portal.

2TFB Health Plans
CategoryHealth Insurance
Description

Health insurance plans offered to Texas Farm Bureau members, providing coverage options for individuals and families through the affiliated TFB Health Plans subsidiary at tfbhp.com.

3TFB Insurance
CategoryProperty and Casualty Insurance
Description

Property, casualty, auto, home, and farm insurance products and services for Texas Farm Bureau members, distributed through the affiliated TFB Insurance subsidiary at txfb-ins.com with policy assistance available by phone.

4MyTFB Member Portal
CategoryMember Services Platform
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Online member portal and native iOS/Android mobile applications providing members with account management, membership verification, access to exclusive member resources, and self-service enrollment.

5TFB Store
CategoryMerchandise
Description

Online store offering Texas Farm Bureau branded merchandise, apparel, and promotional items for members and supporters.

6AGFUND Political Advocacy Contributions
CategoryPolitical Advocacy
Description

Political advocacy contribution program under Texas Farm Bureau that channels member contributions to support candidates and policy efforts aligned with Texas agricultural interests.

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Partnership2 partners
Strategic tierCoreTypeStrategic or Co-development Partner
Description

Texas Farm Bureau operates as the Texas affiliate of the American Farm Bureau Federation, the nation's largest general farm organization. The partnership involves shared policy frameworks, national advocacy coordination, and organizational alignment on agricultural issues affecting farmers and ranchers nationwide.

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Texas Farm Bureau supports and promotes 4-H youth development programs in Texas, which inspire young people through agriculture, leadership, and volunteer opportunities, supporting the next generation of farmers and ranchers.

Recent move6 records

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Peers10 records
TypeDirect peer
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State-level Farm Bureau providing membership, advocacy, and member benefits including insurance through Farm Bureau Financial Services. Similar structure to Texas Farm Bureau with county chapters focused on agricultural policy and member services.

TypeBroad incumbent
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National umbrella organization of which Texas Farm Bureau is the Texas state affiliate. Operates as the largest general farm organization in the US, sharing policy frameworks, advocacy coordination, and member benefit ecosystems with state affiliates like Texas Farm Bureau.

TypeDirect peer
Description

State-level Farm Bureau federation with comparable membership, advocacy, and county chapter structure. Offers similar member benefits and representation for farmers and ranchers in its state.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Major state Farm Bureau organization with affiliated insurance and county chapter network. Operates COUNTRY Financial as its financial services arm, paralleling Texas Farm Bureau's TFB Insurance and TFB Health Plans subsidiaries.

TypeEmerging player
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National advocacy organization for farmers and ranchers with state-level affiliates. Competes with Farm Bureau for member farmers and policy influence, though with a different policy orientation and smaller scale.

TypeDirect peer
Description

State-level Farm Bureau serving California farmers and ranchers with similar membership, advocacy, and county chapter structure. Comparable in offering member benefits, insurance products, and policy representation at state and federal levels.

TypeOthers
Description

National trade association for the Farm Credit System, which provides lending and financial services to farmers and ranchers. Tangentially comparable to Texas Farm Bureau in serving the agricultural community through member-based services.

TypeDirect peer
Description

State Farm Bureau organization with similar membership-based model, advocacy focus, and affiliated insurance products. Comparable to Texas Farm Bureau in serving agricultural producers through county offices and member benefits.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Large state-level Farm Bureau organization with similar structure of membership dues, advocacy, county chapters, and affiliated insurance and financial services. Iowa Farm Bureau's wholly-owned FBL Financial Group provides a comparable insurance model to Texas Farm Bureau's TFB Insurance.

TypeDirect peer
Description

State-level Farm Bureau serving Ohio farmers with membership, advocacy, and insurance services. Similar structure to Texas Farm Bureau with county chapters and member benefit programs.

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Key highlights7 records

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Ideal customer profile3 records

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Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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Texas Farm Bureau

Agricultural Membership Organizationtexasfarmbureau.org

Texas Farm Bureau is a nonprofit agricultural membership organization serving more than 500,000 member-families across Texas as the state's largest farm and ranch body, providing advocacy, health plans, insurance, and leadership development through county chapters and digital platforms.

What Texas Farm Bureau does

Texas Farm Bureau is a private, nonprofit membership-based agricultural organization headquartered in Waco, Texas, operating as the largest farm and ranch organization in the state with more than 500,000 member-families. It serves as the Texas state affiliate of the American Farm Bureau Federation and functions as the unified voice of Texas agriculture, advocating at both the state (Austin) and federal (Washington) levels on issues including eminent domain, farm labor, climate, and agricultural regulation. The organization runs the AGFUND political action arm and the VoterVoice grassroots advocacy platform.

Core products and services include the MyTFB member portal and mobile applications (iOS and Android) for membership account management, TFB Health Plans (health insurance), and TFB Insurance (property, casualty, auto, and farm coverage). Content and brand surfaces include the Texas Table Top food blog, Texas Ag Today Podcast, a daily newsletter, and radio programming. The organization also operates youth and leadership development programs (Young Farmer & Rancher, AgLead, BLOCK, Collegiate Farm Bureau, Ag in the Classroom), and partners with 4-H on youth agricultural education.

Revenue is generated through recurring annual membership dues across 500,000+ member-families, supplemented by affiliated insurance and health plan revenue from wholly-owned TFB Insurance and TFB Health Plans subsidiaries. Distribution is multi-channel: direct sales via the MyTFB portal, field-based sales through a statewide network of county Farm Bureau offices, and affiliated insurance and health plan providers. Membership pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; member benefits include health solutions, vehicle and entertainment discounts, advocacy representation, and disaster recovery support.

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Name
Texas Farm Bureau
Legal name
Texas Farm Bureau
Website
https://texasfarmbureau.org
Company type
Private
Founded year
1933
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
501–1,000 employees
Short description
Texas Farm Bureau is a nonprofit agricultural membership organization serving more than 500,000 member-families across Texas as the state's largest farm and ranch body, providing advocacy, health plans, insurance, and leadership development through county chapters and digital platforms.
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Where Texas Farm Bureau is headquartered

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Waco
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United States
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North America

Offices2 records

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Texas Farm Bureau business model

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B2C
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Services
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Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

  1. Membership Dues: Texas Farm Bureau generates revenue through annual membership dues from its over 500,000 member-families. Membership provides access to benefits including health plans, insurance products, advocacy services, and member discounts.
  2. Member Benefits and Services: The organization offers affiliated services including TFB Health Plans (health insurance), TFB Insurance, AGFUND political advocacy contributions, and various member benefit programs that generate revenue or support operations.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionAnnualIndividual/Family Membership

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Texas Farm Bureau product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Texas Farm Bureau is a membership-based agricultural advocacy organization that serves more than 500,000 Texas member-families through annual dues. Members receive legislative and regulatory advocacy representation in Austin and Washington, access to affiliated health insurance (TFB Health Plans) and property/casualty insurance (TFB Insurance), member discounts, leadership development programs, youth agricultural education, and disaster recovery support.

Product overview

Texas Farm Bureau operates as a membership-based agricultural advocacy organization offering a portfolio of products and services. The core member services include MyTFB (a member portal for account management and benefits access), TFB Health Plans (health insurance), and TFB Insurance (property and casualty coverage). Additional offerings include Texas Table Top (a food blog focused on Texas agriculture and recipes) and the Texas Ag Today Podcast. The organization serves more than 500,000 member-families across Texas, providing advocacy, leadership programs, youth initiatives, and member benefits through its integrated product ecosystem.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • MyTFB: Member portal and mobile application for Texas Farm Bureau members
  • Texas Table Top
  • Ag in the Classroom
  • Young Farmer & Rancher
  • AgLead Program
  • BLOCK
  • Collegiate Farm Bureau
  • AGFUND

Products and services

  • TFB Membership Annual membership in the Texas Farm Bureau providing Texas farmers, ranchers, and agricultural producers with legislative and regulatory advocacy representation, access to affiliated insurance and health plan products, member discounts, leadership development programs, youth education, and disaster recovery support. Membership is available to individuals and families across Texas through county Farm Bureau offices or the MyTFB online portal.
  • TFB Health Plans Health insurance plans offered to Texas Farm Bureau members, providing coverage options for individuals and families through the affiliated TFB Health Plans subsidiary at tfbhp.com.
  • TFB Insurance Property, casualty, auto, home, and farm insurance products and services for Texas Farm Bureau members, distributed through the affiliated TFB Insurance subsidiary at txfb-ins.com with policy assistance available by phone.
  • MyTFB Member Portal Online member portal and native iOS/Android mobile applications providing members with account management, membership verification, access to exclusive member resources, and self-service enrollment.
  • TFB Store Online store offering Texas Farm Bureau branded merchandise, apparel, and promotional items for members and supporters.
  • AGFUND Political Advocacy Contributions Political advocacy contribution program under Texas Farm Bureau that channels member contributions to support candidates and policy efforts aligned with Texas agricultural interests.

Companies that use Texas Farm Bureau

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Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Texas Farm Bureau technology and API

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Texas Farm Bureau partnerships and signals

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

  • American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTexas Farm Bureau operates as the Texas affiliate of the American Farm Bureau Federation, the nation's largest general farm organization. The partnership involves shared policy frameworks, national advocacy coordination, and organizational alignment on agricultural issues affecting farmers and ranchers nationwide.
  • 4-HminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTexas Farm Bureau supports and promotes 4-H youth development programs in Texas, which inspire young people through agriculture, leadership, and volunteer opportunities, supporting the next generation of farmers and ranchers.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Texas Farm Bureau competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Kansas Farm Bureau: State-level Farm Bureau providing membership, advocacy, and member benefits including insurance through Farm Bureau Financial Services. Similar structure to Texas Farm Bureau with county chapters focused on agricultural policy and member services.
  • Nebraska Farm Bureau: State-level Farm Bureau federation with comparable membership, advocacy, and county chapter structure. Offers similar member benefits and representation for farmers and ranchers in its state.
  • Illinois Farm Bureau: Major state Farm Bureau organization with affiliated insurance and county chapter network. Operates COUNTRY Financial as its financial services arm, paralleling Texas Farm Bureau's TFB Insurance and TFB Health Plans subsidiaries.
  • California Farm Bureau: State-level Farm Bureau serving California farmers and ranchers with similar membership, advocacy, and county chapter structure. Comparable in offering member benefits, insurance products, and policy representation at state and federal levels.
  • Indiana Farm Bureau: State Farm Bureau organization with similar membership-based model, advocacy focus, and affiliated insurance products. Comparable to Texas Farm Bureau in serving agricultural producers through county offices and member benefits.
  • Iowa Farm Bureau Federation: Large state-level Farm Bureau organization with similar structure of membership dues, advocacy, county chapters, and affiliated insurance and financial services. Iowa Farm Bureau's wholly-owned FBL Financial Group provides a comparable insurance model to Texas Farm Bureau's TFB Insurance.
  • Ohio Farm Bureau: State-level Farm Bureau serving Ohio farmers with membership, advocacy, and insurance services. Similar structure to Texas Farm Bureau with county chapters and member benefit programs.

Broad incumbents

  • American Farm Bureau Federation: National umbrella organization of which Texas Farm Bureau is the Texas state affiliate. Operates as the largest general farm organization in the US, sharing policy frameworks, advocacy coordination, and member benefit ecosystems with state affiliates like Texas Farm Bureau.

Emerging players

  • National Farmers Union: National advocacy organization for farmers and ranchers with state-level affiliates. Competes with Farm Bureau for member farmers and policy influence, though with a different policy orientation and smaller scale.

Others

  • Farm Credit Council: National trade association for the Farm Credit System, which provides lending and financial services to farmers and ranchers. Tangentially comparable to Texas Farm Bureau in serving the agricultural community through member-based services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

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Subsidiaries2 records

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Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Texas Farm Bureau M&A and investment

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M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Texas Farm Bureau

What does Texas Farm Bureau do?

Texas Farm Bureau is a membership-based agricultural advocacy organization that serves more than 500,000 Texas member-families through annual dues. Members receive legislative and regulatory advocacy representation in Austin and Washington, access to affiliated health insurance (TFB Health Plans) and property/casualty insurance (TFB Insurance), member discounts, leadership development programs, youth agricultural education, and disaster recovery support.

Is Texas Farm Bureau a public or private company?

Texas Farm Bureau is a private company. It is classified as nonprofit foundation owned and is currently operating.

When was Texas Farm Bureau founded?

Texas Farm Bureau was founded in 1933. It employs 501 to 1,000 people.

Where is Texas Farm Bureau based?

Texas Farm Bureau is headquartered in Waco, United States, in the North America region.

How does Texas Farm Bureau make money?

Two revenue lines are on record. Membership Dues are the primary driver. The others are member Benefits and Services.

Who are Texas Farm Bureau's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Kansas Farm Bureau, Nebraska Farm Bureau, Illinois Farm Bureau, California Farm Bureau, Indiana Farm Bureau, Iowa Farm Bureau Federation and Ohio Farm Bureau. American Farm Bureau Federation is listed as a broad incumbent. National Farmers Union is listed as an emerging player. Farm Credit Council is listed as an others.

Does Texas Farm Bureau have an API?

No public API is recorded for Texas Farm Bureau.

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YahooBuckingham Announces GLO Partnership With Texas A&M And Farm BureauTexas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham announced a partnership between the Texas General Land Office, Texas A&M University, and the Texas Farm Bureau to train and mentor prospective farmers and ranchers. The initiative may grant access to state land leases, addressing declining farm numbers and an aging agricultural workforce.YahooLand Commission, A&M, Farm Bureau seek to empower future farmersTexas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham announced a partnership with Texas A&M and the Texas Farm Bureau to train the next generation of farmers and ranchers. The General Land Office will identify state land and provide hands-on training and mentorship. The working group will explore more ways to provide state land access and generate revenue for the Permanent School Fund.YahooTexas ranchers shouldn’t vote for “lizard” Ken Paxton: ex-farm bureau chiefBob Stallman, former Texas Farm Bureau president, criticized Ken Paxton in an op-ed, calling him corrupt and refusing to vote for him. He cited Paxton's 2023 impeachment and his failure to challenge Trump's beef import plan. Polls show James Talarico leading Paxton by 2.9 points.El Paso TimesPaxton gains Farm Bureau backing, boosts Texas US Senate bidRepublican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton received a Texas Farm Bureau endorsement, adding support to his bid to replace John Cornyn. The endorsement highlights his legal victories for Texas agriculture, including a Supreme Court settlement and a challenge to federal water regulations. He faces Democrat James Talarico in the Nov. 3 general election.National Hog FarmerRep. De La Cruz introduces Feral Swine ActRepresentative Monica De La Cruz introduced the Feral Swine Act to extend the federal feral swine eradication program for five years. The legislation aims to support native ecosystems, agriculture, and health by funding removal efforts and providing aid to producers affected by wild hogs. Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening expressed strong support for the bill, citing significant economic losses caused by the 6.9 million feral swine in the United States.Texas Farm BureauTexas pastures enter summer in good shapeTexas pastures and rangeland remain in good shape entering summer due to abundant rainfall, which has significantly reduced drought coverage across East, Central, and South Texas. However, rising temperatures and humidity are increasing the risk of heat stress for livestock, prompting warnings from the Texas Farm Bureau about managing water and shade for cattle.JD SupraFifth Circuit Confirms Employers Aren’t Liable for Overtime They Don’t Know AboutThe Fifth Circuit affirmed a decision finding Texas Farm Bureau not liable for unpaid overtime to Jerry Merritt, despite the court proceeding on the assumption that Merritt was misclassified as an independent contractor. The ruling held that FLSA overtime liability requires proof that the employer had actual or constructive knowledge of the overtime work performed, which Merritt failed to establish since he controlled his own schedule, worked independently off-site, and did not report hours. The court rejected arguments that the absence of a timekeeping system constituted constructive knowledge and upheld that employees have a duty to notify their employer when working extra hours.JD SupraNo Employer Knowledge, No Overtime: Fifth Circuit Affirms Defense Verdict Where Employee Must Prove Employer Knew of Overtime.The Fifth Circuit affirmed a defense verdict in a misclassification-to-trial case where the employer, Texas Farm Bureau, was accused of not knowing about alleged employee overtime. The court emphasized that the employee must prove the employer had actual or constructive knowledge of overtime work, and that the absence of a timekeeping system alone does not establish such knowledge.JD SupraFifth Circuit clarifies overtime liability: Employer knowledge is still requiredThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit affirmed a verdict in favor of the Texas Farm Bureau in a case where former Agency Manager Jerry Merritt claimed he was misclassified as an independent contractor and entitled to unpaid overtime. The court reaffirmed that under the Fair Labor Standards Act, employers are not liable for unpaid overtime unless they have actual or constructive knowledge that an employee worked overtime hours, rejecting the argument that allowing flexible scheduling or failing to maintain timekeeping systems automatically creates such liability. The ruling clarifies that misclassification alone is insufficient to establish overtime liability; employees must separately prove their employer knew of the overtime work.Law3605th Circ. Backs Texas Farm Bureau In Ex-Manager's OT SuitThe Fifth Circuit ruled on Friday that a former Texas Farm Bureau agency manager failed to prove his former employer owes him overtime pay, rejecting his lawsuit. The court found the ex-employee did not demonstrate that the Farm Bureau knew he was working overtime. This decision affirms a lower court's ruling in favor of the employer in the overtime compensation dispute.