County Corner

County Farm Bureaus support every community in the Commonwealth through information, products and service programs including: Women's Leadership Activities, Ag in the Classroom, Commodity Market Information, Scholarships, Certified Roadside Farm Markets and our Young Farmers program. County Farm Bureaus have established a reputation as effective advocates for its members. Check this space often for updates on County Farm Bureau programs and activities happening in our community.

Harlan County Youth demonstrate their talent in the KFB Youth Contest: Four Harlan County youth participated in the District 11 Kentucky Farm Bureau Youth Contest.

Harlan County Farm Bureau makes donation to the Harlan County Honor Guard: Harlan County Farm Bureau donated $300 to the Harlan County Honor Guard.

Terry Creech named 2018 Farmer of the Year by Harlan County Farm Bureau: Terry Creech of Cumberland, KY received the 2018 Harlan County Farmer of the Year award.

Harlan County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders: Harlan County high school junior Janice Dean recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL).

Harlan County Farm Bureau awards a new TV to Easy Pay customers: Harlan County Farm Bureau awarded Rodrick and Brittany Major a new TV for signing up for Kentucky Farm Bureau's EasyPay method.

Harlan County Farm Bureau presents Conservation Awards to local youth: Harlan County Farm Bureau President Don Miniard presented over 30 Jim Claypool Art and Writing Awards to local youth.

Harlan County Farm Bureau advocates on behalf of agriculture: Members of Harlan County Farm Bureau traveled to Washington D.C. for Kentucky Farm Bureau's annual Congressional Tour.

Harlan County Farm Bureau donated $1,000 to the Harlan County Future Farmers of America: Harlan County Farm Bureau presented a check to Harlan County Future Farmers of America.

Harlan County Farm Bureau taught local students about Kentucky agriculture: Harlan County Farm Bureau Young Farmer Chair Nathan Boggs taught elementary school classes about KY agriculture.

Harlan County Farm Bureau educated local students on the importance forest fire prevention: Harlan County Farm Burau partnered with Kentucky Division of Forestry to promote awareness for forest fire prevention.

Harlan County Farm Bureau participated in Read Across America Day: Harlan County Farm Bureau’s Agency Manager, Roger Fannin, participated in Read Across America Day on March 2nd at Evarts Elementary.

The Future Farmers of America partnered with Harlan County Farm Bureau to recognize Food Check-out Week: The Future Farmers of America partnered with Harlan County Farm Bureau to recognize Food Check-out Week.

Harlan County Farm Bureau celebrated Food Check-Out Week: Dan Mosley, Harlan County Judge Executive, signed the Kentucky Farm Bureau Food Check-Out Week Proclamation designating February 18-24, 2018 as Food Check-Out Week in Harlan County.

Harlan County Farm Bureau Young Farmers attended the Young Farmer Leadership Conference: Members of Harlan County Farm Bureau headed to Lousiville for the 2018 Young Farmer Leadership Conference.

Harlan County Farm Bureau named Top County in the District: Harlan County Farm Bureau was recognized as the top county in its district.

Harlan County Farm Bureau receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence: Recognized for the achievements of its women’s program this year, Harlan County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Harlan County Farm Bureau recognized with top honors in KFB's Safety Challenge Awards competition: Harlan County Farm Bureau won top honors for its region of the state in the 2017 Safety Challenge Awards competition during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Harlan County Farm Bureau receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence: Recognized for the achievements of its Young Farm Program this year, Harlan County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

KFB District 11 Youth Contest: Harlan County Farm Bureau had 3 amazing contestants in the KFB District 11 Youth Contest.

Harlan County Turkey Donation: For Thanksgiving, Harlan County Farm Bureau donated 5 large turkeys to the Cumberland Hope Center in Evarts.

KFB Spotlight

Nominations Open for Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2024 Farm Woman of the Year
May 7, 2024: The annual award honors the outstanding achievements of women in Kentucky agriculture. Recipients represent the highest levels of professional excellence, leadership and innovation in farming.

We Can No Longer Ignore the Losses We are Seeing in Farmland
May 2, 2024: That is the goal of the KFTI, as we work together to make sure the farmland we have remains in production now and for future generations.

Down the Backroads | There Are Many Ways to Help Others
May 2, 2024: I think there is something inherent in most people to lend a helping hand to another who is obviously in need.