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.

The Message of the "The Nuff": KFB Agent Keanna Steward, assisted by KFB Customer Service Representative Teresa Martin-Law, inspire young girls with the message of "The Nuff."

Allen County Youth Shine at Local Competition: Allen County youth performed at the Kentucky Farm Bureau District Youth competition held last week.

Members of KFB's Brokerage Department Visit Allen County: Marketers from KFB’s brokerage department stopped by to chat and took time to be photographed with products from KFB client Stoney Point Lavender

Allen County Farm Bureau Welcome Baby Nick: Allen County Farm Bureau Agent Keanna Steward welcomes a son, Baby Nick.

Allen County Farm Bureau Celebrates New Office Location: Allen County Farm Bureau celebrates the opening of its new office building located at 360 Franklin Road, across from White Plains Baptist Church.

Allen County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships: Haley Marie Marsh and Stacee Renee Groce, both seniors at Allen County Scottsville High School, are the recipients of college scholarships from Allen County Farm Bureau.

2018 Legislative Drive-in and Food Check-out Day: Kentucky Farm Bureau held its annual Legislative Drive-In in Frankfort on Wednesday, March 7, 2018.

Allen County Farm Bureau Delivers Fruit and Nuts to Local Members: The Allen County Farm Bureau Board sells fresh fruit and nuts from Florida Farm Bureau to members at cost.

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

Allen County Farm Bureau Recognized with Top Honors in KFB's Safety Challenge Awards Competition: Allen 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.

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

WKU Progressive Agriculture Safety Camp: More than 200 fourth graders attended Safety Day Camp at WKU, sponsored by WKU Institute for Rural Health, Kentucky Partnership for Farm Family Health, South Central AHEC and Progressive Farmer.

Allen County Farm Bureau Hosts 2017 Legislative Appreciation Event: Allen County Farm Bureau hosts county, state and federally elected officials.

Texas Storm Relief: Many parts of Texas have been devastated by the wind, rain, and floods of Hurricane Harvey as the storm hammered the state throughout the past week.

Allen County Student Attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders: Allen County high school junior Alyssa Welch recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders.

Allen County FFA: Allen County Farm Bureau was the winning bidder for a picnic table built by the FFA shop in Allen County.

Allen County 4-H Reality Store: Along with other community businesses, Allen County Farm Bureau representatives Angie Hodnett and Christy Lautieri had the honor of taking part in this year's 4-H Reality Store on April 13, 2017. The 4-H Reality Store is sponsored by the Allen County School's Youth Service Center and the Cooperative Extension Service.

Downing Cattle Company: We are so thankful for Jeff and Melinda Downing and family of Downing Cattle Company. Jeff served as a long time board member.

Allen County Named 2016 Agency Of The Year: The Allen County office was honored as Agency of the Year for 2016.

Allen County Farm Bureau Celebrates Ag Literacy Week: This week is Ag Literacy Week! To celebrate, the Allen County Farm Bureau Federation will be reading, 'How Did That Get In My Lunchbox? The Story of Food' to the local kindergarten classes.

KFB Spotlight

Grain Crops Update
October 3, 2024: Even in sub-par growing seasons, Kentucky producers have steadily upped yield production over the years validating their high-level knowledge of just what it takes to be productive on the farm, no matter the weather.

KFB President Eddie Melton: We will Continue Insisting that Congress Pass a Farm Bill
October 3, 2024: As important as agriculture is to the very existence of us all, it makes no sense to me that politics takes precedence over principle.

Pumpkins Finding Their Place on the Farm
October 3, 2024: There aren’t too many things that indicate fall has arrived more than the sight of pumpkins at nearly every retail food store, in farmers’ markets, and through direct farm sales. And while this state may be better known for corn, soybeans, and tobacco from a crop perspective, pumpkins are proving to be an important addition to the farm.