By Scout Nelson
The Kansas Farm Bureau Board of Directors has selected Glenn Brunkow as the organization’s new president following the resignation of former president Joe Newland.
Brunkow, a fifth-generation farmer and stockman from Pottawatomie County, will now lead one of the state’s largest agricultural organizations. He previously served as vice president beginning in 2023 and represented several northeastern Kansas counties as the organization’s 1st District Director.
“Serving as president of Kansas Farm Bureau is a tremendous honor, and I’m grateful for the opportunity to lead this great organization,” says Brunkow. “Farming and ranching are the backbone of our state, and I look forward to working alongside farm and ranch families to strengthen our organization, advocate for rural communities and ensure a strong future for Kansas agriculture.”
The leadership transition follows Newland’s decision to step down from the presidency after serving in the role since 2022. According to the organization, he resigned to pursue a new professional opportunity.
Brunkow and his family operate a diversified farming and livestock operation in Pottawatomie County. Their farm includes soybeans, corn, wheat, hay, cattle, and sheep production. His long involvement in agriculture and rural leadership helped prepare him for the statewide leadership position.
His involvement with the Farm Bureau began in 1999 when he became a board member for the Pottawatomie County Farm Bureau. Over the years, he continued serving in several leadership roles while supporting agricultural education, rural advocacy, and member engagement programs.
Brunkow is also a graduate of Kansas State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics in 1993. He later completed a master’s degree in agronomy in 2011.
Kansas Farm Bureau leaders believe the new president’s agricultural background, leadership experience, and understanding of rural issues will help guide the organization as it continues advocating for farm and ranch families across Kansas. Brunkow and his wife, Jennifer, have two children, Tatum and Isaac.
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