TaylorAnn Washburn Named Director of Marketing and Commodities

September 5, 2025

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JEFFERSON CITY - Missouri Farm Bureau (MOFB) announced the hiring of TaylorAnn Washburn as the organization's new director of marketing and commodities.

"TaylorAnn truly understands Missouri's agriculture industry and the opportunities and challenges our members face," said MOFB President Garrett Hawkins. "That knowledge, along with the vast connections she's developed throughout her career, will benefit our members across the state."

Washburn most recently served as program director for the University of Missouri Extension's agricultural business and policy group, where she provided farm management and marketing expertise to agricultural producers and value-added agriculture entrepreneurs. She has also worked with agricultural companies, state government agencies-including the Missouri Department of Agriculture's wine and grape board-and Brownfield Ag News.

"I look forward to serving Missouri's farmers, ranchers and rural communities alongside MOFB staff as we amplify the voice of our members and seek solutions to the challenges they face," Washburn said. "My experience in Missouri agriculture and enthusiasm for working with producers will help me be a strong resource and advocate for our members."

A native of Harrison County, Missouri, Washburn was raised on a diversified farm and was active in both 4-H and FFA. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri-Columbia and holds a master's degree from Texas Tech University.