County Corner - Kentucky Farm Bureau

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.

Jackson County Farm Bureau Hosts Veterinarian Clinic
Jackson County Farm Bureau Hosts Veterinarian Clinic

Jackson County Farm Bureau and Veterinarian, Joey Minter teamed up to offer Rabies and Parvo shots to small pets belonging to Farm Bureau members on Friday, September 8th. 

Jackson County Farm Bureau Holds Annual Meeting
Jackson County Farm Bureau Holds Annual Meeting

The Jackson County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting and Picnic was held on Monday, September 18th at the Jackson Energy Farm on Highway 290 in McKee.

Jackson County Farm Bureau Commemorates National Farm Health and Safety Week by Taking Part in Annual Field Day
Jackson County Farm Bureau Commemorates National Farm Health and Safety Week by Taking Part in Annual Field Day

Jackson County Farm Bureau commemorated National Health and Safety Week by taking part in the Annual Environmental Field Day for 4th grade students at Sandgap Park on September 19th.

Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter June 2017
Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter June 2017

Jackson County Farm Bureau awards scholarship to local students.

2017 Vet Clinic coming to Jackson County Farm Bureau
2017 Vet Clinic coming to Jackson County Farm Bureau

On Friday, September 8, 2017 from 9 o'clock am until 12 noon veterinarian Joey Minter will be available at the Jackson County Farm Bureau office.

National Agriculture Day and Kentucky Ag Literacy Week
National Agriculture Day and Kentucky Ag Literacy Week

Kentucky Agriculture Literacy Week was scheduled for the week of March 19-25, 2017. This week is celebrated each year to help students understand how agriculture provides for our most basic needs and enriches our life economically, environmentally and socially.

Jackson County Farm Bureau Celebrates Food Check-Out Week
Jackson County Farm Bureau Celebrates Food Check-Out Week

To call attention to the hard working farmers and ranchers and the affordable cost of food in the United States, Kentucky Farm Bureau celebrates Food Check-Out week each year.

Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter March 2017
Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter March 2017

Jackson County Farm Bureau celebrates Food Check-Out Week and the 2017 President's and Vice President's Conference.

Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter January 2017
Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter January 2017

Kentucky Farm Bureau's Annual Meeting and Convention in Lousiville, KY

Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter October 2016
Jackson County Farm Bureau Newsletter October 2016

Jackson County Farm Bureau holds annual meeting. 

2016 Jackson County Youth and Variety Contest
2016 Jackson County Youth and Variety Contest

Jackson County Farm Bureau took part in the KFB Outstanding Youth and Variety contest for District 8 on Monday, October 17 at the Rockcastle County High School.

Jackson County Environmental Field Day
Jackson County Environmental Field Day

Jackson County 4th graders were recently treated to a dose of educational fun at an Environmental Field Day sponsored by the Jackson County Conservation District.

2016 Jackson County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting
2016 Jackson County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting

The Jackson County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting and Picnic was held on Monday, September 19th at the Jackson Energy Farm on Highway 290 in McKee.

Jackson County Farm Bureau attends the Strategic Vision Meeting
Jackson County Farm Bureau attends the Strategic Vision Meeting

The Jackson County Farm Bureau staff attended a gathering of Farm Bureau employees, state and county board members, and volunteers from across the state to "reflect on the past, examine the present and lean into the future."

Jackson County Farm Bureau Veterinarian Clinic
Jackson County Farm Bureau Veterinarian Clinic

Jackson County Farm Bureau Federation and Veterinarian, Joey Minter teamed up to offer Rabies and Parvo shots to small pets belonging to Farm Bureau members.

Jackson County Farm Bureau Makes Donation to the Veterans War Memorial
Jackson County Farm Bureau Makes Donation to the Veterans War Memorial

Jackson County Farm Bureau made a $2500 donation to the Disabled American Veterans. The money will be used to update the Jackson County Veteran’s War Memorial.

Jackson County June 2016 Newsletter
Jackson County June 2016 Newsletter

Jackson County Farm Bureau awards scholarship to local students.

Jackson County March 2016 Newsletter
Jackson County March 2016 Newsletter

Food Check-Out Week Celebrated, Women's Conference, National Ag Week

Jackson County Farm Bureau Celebrates Food Check-Out Day
Jackson County Farm Bureau Celebrates Food Check-Out Day

Food Check-Out Day is celebrated each year by Kentucky Farm Bureau to bring attention to our farmers and ranchers and the abundant and affordable supply of food that is available in this country.  

Jackson County Farm Bureau Celebrated National Ag Day and Kentucky Literacy Week
Jackson County Farm Bureau Celebrated National Ag Day and Kentucky Literacy Week

In an effort to educate children and consumers about the true value of American agriculture,  Kentucky Farm Bureau has successfully used National Ag Day and Kentucky Ag Literacy Week as an opportunity to promote Kentucky Agriculture. 

KFB Spotlight

Nominations Open for Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2024 Farm Woman of the Year
May 7, 2024
Nominations Open for Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2024 Farm Woman of the Year

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
We Can No Longer Ignore the Losses We are Seeing in Farmland

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
Down the Backroads | There Are Many Ways to Help Others

I think there is something inherent in most people to lend a helping hand to another who is obviously in need.