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.

Anderson County student awarded Farm Bureau scholarship
Anderson County student awarded Farm Bureau scholarship

Anderson County student Adam Garrett Sanderson is the recipient of a $2,000 Young Farmer Scholarship from Kentucky Farm Bureau.

Anderson County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders
Anderson County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders

Anderson County high school junior Eve Gettelfinger recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL).

Anderson County attends the 2018 Legislative Drive-in and Food Check-out Day
Anderson County attends the 2018 Legislative Drive-in and Food Check-out Day

During the Drive-In, Farm Bureau members met with their state senators and representatives and advocated on behalf of agriculture.

Anderson County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence
Anderson County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence

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

Anderson County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence
Anderson County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence

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

Anderson County Farmer of the Year
Anderson County Farmer of the Year

Brandon Mitchell was chosen Farmer of the Year in Anderson County.

Anderson County Student Attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders
Anderson County Student Attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders

Anderson County high school junior Madison Cherry recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders.

KFB Spotlight

Melissa Miller of Hardin County named KFB's 2025 Generation Bridge Advocate of the Year
November 19, 2025
Melissa Miller of Hardin County named KFB's 2025 Generation Bridge Advocate of the Year

This award honors a Farm Bureau member who demonstrates exceptional leadership and dedication to bridging generations within the organization — creating opportunities for members of all ages to engage, share experiences and strengthen the future of agriculture.

Blind 'Wonder Dog' from Kentucky Named Finalist in American Farm Bureau's 2025 Farm Dog of the Year Competition
November 18, 2025
Blind 'Wonder Dog' from Kentucky Named Finalist in American Farm Bureau's 2025 Farm Dog of the Year Competition

Goose, a 12-year-old Red Heeler has been selected as a national finalists for the People’s Choice Pup award in the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 2025 Farm Dog of the Year competition.

Commissioner Shell Coordinates Statewide Effort to Support Kentuckians During Federal Shutdown
November 3, 2025
Commissioner Shell Coordinates Statewide Effort to Support Kentuckians During Federal Shutdown

In response to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell has coordinated a statewide effort to help ensure Kentuckians continue to have access to food and support during this critical time.