Harlan County Farm Bureau receives 2019 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence

Recognized for the achievements of its Young Farm Program this year, Harlan County Farm Bureau received the 2019 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville. The award honors a county’s Young Farmer Committee for its active participation in Farm Bureau leadership development programs, state competitions, and educational or promotional initiatives.

Pictured above are: Kentucky Farm Bureau President Mark Haney, Harlan County Farm Bureau Young Farmer Chair Nathan Boggs, Harlan County Farm Bureau President Don Miniard, and Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation Executive Vice President Drew Graham. The award was presented during a December 6 recognition program at the 100th Kentucky Farm Bureau annual meeting.

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