About Us - Kentucky Farm Bureau

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OFFICERS

President     Brenda Barnes
Vice President     Alex Butler
Secretary/Treasurer     Jane Taylor
Farm Bureau Women's Chair     Marisa Barnes
Young Farmer Chair     Alex Butler
       

 

DIRECTORS

Brenda Barnes   Lawrenceburg
Clinton Barnes   Lawrenceburg
Marissa Barnes   Lawrenceburg
David Bird   Lawrenceburg
David Burge   Lawrenceburg
Randy Chrisman   Lawrenceburg
Bryson Combs   Lawrenceburg
Mark Crutcher   Frankfort
David Dennis   Lawrenceburg
Ricky Garnet   Lawrenceburg
Stewart Gritton   Lawrenceburg
Lee Hahn   Lawrenceburg
Bryan Jacobs   Lawrenceburg
Karen Litkenhus   Lawrenceburg
Randal Rock   Lawrenceburg
Zach Ruggles   Lawrenceburg
Jacob Sea   Lawrenceburg
Steven Sea   Lawrenceburg
James "Buddy" Smith   Lawrenceburg
Gloria Thomas   Lawrenceburg
Roy Toney   Lawrenceburg
Mike Wilson   Lawrenceburg
Tommy Yankey   Lawrenceburg
Brandon Yocum   Lawrenceburg

KFB Spotlight

KFB President's Address Highlights Youth Engagement, Policy Progress and Community Impact at Organization's 106th Annual Meeting
December 22, 2025
KFB President's Address Highlights Youth Engagement, Policy Progress and Community Impact at 106th Annual Meeting

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) President Eddie Melton delivered his annual address this morning during the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting in Louisville, reflecting on a fast-moving year marked by legislative gains, unprecedented youth participation, community outreach and continued strength across the state’s agricultural community.

Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell Shares Progress, Offers Optimism During KFB's 2025 Commodity Luncheon
December 22, 2025
Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell Shares Progress, Offers Optimism During KFB's 2025 Commodity Luncheon

Earlier today, Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell gave keynote remarks during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) annual Commodity Luncheon at the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting. The luncheon is one of the most anticipated sessions at the yearly event held at the Galt House in Louisville, celebrating the strength and resilience of Kentucky’s agriculture industry, while looking ahead to the future.

Cody Burke of Franklin County selected as the winner of Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2025 Discussion Meet
December 22, 2025
Cody Burke of Franklin County Selected as the Winner of Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2025 Discussion Meet

Cattle farmer Cody Burke of Franklin County won first place in the final round of Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) 2025 Discussion Meet, a debate-styled competition for young farmers that relies on an individual’s skill in reasoning and logical discussion of issues.