Polk County Farm Bureau

Name

Polk County Farm Bureau

Legal name

Polk County Farm Bureau

Website

https://www.pcfb.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1943

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Bartow

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from farm families and supporters in Polk County. Members receive insurance programs, advocacy representation, publications, event invitations, and access to community programs.
2. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorship tiers (Diamond $2,500, Platinum $1,500, Gold $750, Silver $350) providing marketing exposure, event admissions, and recognition in Central Florida Ag News. Also includes event-specific sponsorships for the Legislative Wrap-Up Luncheon, Political Forum, Clay Shoot Fundraiser, and Agri-Fest.
3. Event Fundraisers: Annual fundraising events including Harvest Celebration (dinner, auctions, raffles), Clay Shoot Fundraiser, and Hunger Shootout. Proceeds support educational and agricultural advocacy outreach activities.
4. Scholarship Fund: Will Putnam YF&R Scholarship Fund awards scholarships to high school seniors pursuing agricultural careers. Administered through Polk Education Foundation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Polk County Farm Bureau is a nonprofit, voluntary agricultural membership organization that advocates for farm families and the agricultural community in Polk County, Florida. It delivers member benefits including insurance program access, legislative advocacy, the monthly Central Florida Ag News newsletter, community education programs (Agri-Fest, Ag Literacy Day, Youth Speech Contest), the Young Farmers & Ranchers leadership program, and the Will Putnam YF&R Scholarship. It also operates annual fundraising events such as the Harvest Celebration, Clay Shoot, and Legislative Wrap-Up Luncheon, supported by tiered corporate sponsorships.

Product overview

Polk County Farm Bureau is a non-governmental, voluntary agricultural membership organization (not a technology product company) offering a portfolio of advocacy, education, and community programs. The core offering centers on member services including insurance programs, legislative advocacy through the Legislative Action Center, and publications such as Central Florida Ag News (monthly newsletter with 650+ distribution points). The organization delivers youth and community programs including Agri-Fest (6,000+ students), Youth Speech Contest, Will Putnam YF&R Scholarship, and Ag Literacy Day. Event programming spans the annual Harvest Celebration fundraiser, Aim Up for Ag Clay Shoot, Annual Membership Meeting, and Legislative Wrap-Up Luncheon. Sponsorship tiers (Diamond through Silver) provide corporate partnership pathways. Advisory Committees and Women's Leadership/YF&R programs serve specific member constituencies. Research publications including the Economic Impact Study ($1.7B output) and Agriculture Facts provide agricultural data resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

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Products and services

• Member Benefits Program Comprehensive annual membership program for farm families, ranchers, and supporters in Polk County providing insurance program access, advocacy representation, publications, events, community programs, and member discounts.
• Central Florida Ag News Monthly newsletter publication mailed to members and available at 650+ distribution points across Central Florida, covering local agricultural news, advocacy updates, event coverage, and member spotlights.
• Polk Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) Program Committee program for men and women ages 18-35 providing networking, continued education, legislative advocacy, and community engagement opportunities for young agricultural professionals.
• Farm Bureau Women's Leadership Program Leadership development program for women in agriculture at county, state, and national levels, including Women's Communications Boot Camp, Ag ConnectHER events, and Women's ACE Summit.
• Annual Community Events and Programs Recurring annual programming including Ag Literacy Day, Polk County Agri-Fest (6,000+ students), Youth Speech Contest, Legislative Wrap-Up Luncheon, Ag Deputy Luncheon, and Annual Membership Meeting.
• Sponsorship Opportunities Multi-tiered corporate sponsorship program with Diamond ($2,500), Platinum ($1,500), Gold ($750), and Silver ($350) annual levels, plus event-specific sponsorships, offering marketing visibility and event admissions.
• Aim Up for Ag Clay Shoot Fundraiser Annual sporting clays fundraiser held in September supporting agricultural education and advocacy outreach, with corporate team sponsorships, individual shooting spots, and various branded recognition opportunities.
• Harvest Celebration PCFB's biggest annual fundraiser featuring cash prize drawings, raffles, auctions, cocktail hour, and dinner, with proceeds supporting educational and agricultural advocacy outreach activities.
• Youth Speech Contest Annual speech contest organized by the Women's Committee promoting agricultural awareness and public speaking skills among youth, with county winners advancing to statewide competition.
• Will Putnam YF&R Scholarship Annual scholarship awarded to Polk County high school seniors pursuing a career in agriculture, administered through the Polk Education Foundation.
• Legislative Action Center Online platform enabling members to contact legislators at federal and state levels on agricultural policy issues, with pre-written messages and personal story customization capabilities.
• Economic Impact Study Research publication documenting agriculture's $1.7 billion total economic output, 10,000+ jobs supported, 1,400+ farm operations, and 500,000+ acres in production across Polk County.
• Agriculture Facts Educational resource highlighting Polk County's $1.3B+ annual agricultural value, #1 phosphate producer status in the U.S., 500K+ acres in agriculture, and 3,000+ farm operations, covering citrus, cattle, strawberries, and phosphate mining.
• Conserve Natural Resources Program Environmental stewardship program supporting water quality, soil health, land conservation, climate-smart farming, and responsible pesticide use, including the This Farm CARES initiative recognizing farmers for Best Management Practices.
• Ag Deputy Program Partnership with Polk County Sheriff's Office providing dedicated agricultural deputies to address agricultural crime, theft, livestock issues, and serving as a resource for the farming community, supported by an annual Ag Deputy Luncheon.
• Advisory Committees Twelve standing advisory committees covering Florida agricultural commodities and policy issues including Apiculture, Aquaculture, Citrus, Water and Natural Resources, Beef, Budget and Economy, Fruit and Vegetable, and Trade.
• Polk Agri-Calendar Comprehensive calendar of agricultural events across Polk County and Central Florida, compiled by Central Florida Ag News featuring farmers markets, conservation programs, youth events, and industry conferences.
• Ag Deputy Phone Directory Contact directory for Polk County Sheriff's Office agricultural deputies specialized in protecting farming and ranching operations, addressing livestock theft, equipment theft, trespassing, and crop damage.

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association (FFVA)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 April 2025Partnership provides H-2A agricultural worker visa filing services to Florida Farm Bureau members. This streamlines the complex H-2A filing process for member farmers and ranchers who need temporary agricultural workers. The partnership makes visa filing assistance more accessible to PCFB members through their local Farm Bureau office.
• Florida Farm Bureau FederationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPCFB is a proud member county of the Florida Farm Bureau Federation, the state's largest general agricultural organization representing more than 132,000 member families across all 67 counties. FFBF provides statewide advocacy, policy development, programs including Young Farmers & Ranchers, Women's Leadership, Agriculture in the Classroom, and member services. PCFB's local resolutions feed into FFBF's statewide policy positions.
• American Farm Bureau FederationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPCFB is affiliated with the American Farm Bureau Federation, the nation's largest general farm organization representing farm and ranch families in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. AFBF provides national advocacy, programs including Young Farmers & Ranchers and Women's Leadership, legal advocacy, market intelligence, and resources. PCFB members have voice at every level of government through this affiliation.
• Polk Extension CenterminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerPolk Extension Center (1702 Highway 17 South, Bartow, FL) hosts Agri-Fest educational program for 4th grade students. The Extension Center provides the venue for six interactive stations covering Florida's key commodities.
• Polk County Sheriff's OfficeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Sheriff's Office maintains agricultural deputies who protect farming and ranching operations. PCFB hosts annual Ag Deputy Luncheon honoring these deputies and maintains an Ag Deputy Phone Directory for farmers to contact appropriate deputies for their area.
• Polk Education FoundationminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWill Putnam YF&R Scholarship applications are submitted through the Polk Education Foundation portal. The foundation administers the scholarship application process for Polk County high school seniors pursuing careers in agriculture.
• Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS)minorOthersFDACS provides agricultural programs including Best Management Practices, Pesticide Collection Program, and Farmer Stress Assistance helpline. PCFB directs members to these resources and participates in FDACS conservation initiatives.
• Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDEP has launched a collaborative initiative with agricultural landowners to improve water quality through voluntary best management practices. In Polk County, several agricultural operations have enrolled in the program implementing conservation measures benefiting the Peace River watershed and Lake Okeechobee basin.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Florida Farm Bureau Federation: PCFB's direct parent organization and the statewide umbrella; represents 132,000+ member families across all 67 Florida counties. Operates the same membership/advocacy model at state scale, including insurance, publications, and policy advocacy.
• American Farm Bureau Federation: National parent federation of all state/county Farm Bureaus including PCFB. Largest general farm organization in the U.S., operating the same membership and policy advocacy model at national scale across 50 states.
• National Farmers Union: National U.S. agricultural membership/advocacy organization with state chapters. Closest mission-competing counterpart to Farm Bureau Federation, operating similar grassroots-to-federal policy pipeline but with a different ideological lean.

Regional players

• Florida Cattlemen's Association: State-level livestock industry membership and advocacy organization serving Florida ranchers, including many PCFB member families. Comparable membership dues/sponsorship/event revenue model focused on cattle production policy.
• Florida Citrus Mutual: Statewide grower organization representing Florida citrus producers — a key commodity segment for PCFB's Polk County citrus growers. Operates the same dues/event/advocacy revenue model for a single commodity.

Direct peers

• Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association: Florida commodity-specific membership association representing produce growers; PCFB already partners with FFVA to deliver H-2A visa filing services to members. Same nonprofit membership/advocacy model, narrower commodity scope.
• Hillsborough County Farm Bureau: Neighboring Florida county Farm Bureau serving an adjacent agricultural community. Most structurally comparable peer — same size, same model, same parent FFBF/AFBF hierarchy, same sponsorship/event/dues revenue mix.

Others

• Florida Farm Bureau Insurance: Captive insurance arm affiliated with Florida Farm Bureau Federation that provides the home, auto, life, and farm coverage offered through PCFB membership. Comparable distribution channel and brand affiliation rather than competing offering.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

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