Breckinridge County Young Farmers
Monday march 7th the Breckinridge county young farmers met at the extension office. Guest speaker Dr Jonathan Shockley spoke about the economics of grain hauling. Donna Marsh and Jennifer Ballman from the FSA office spoke about microloans available. There were about 50 in attendance. Kid’s activities included bushels or bust games and ag talk discussion. The Breckinridge county cattleman’s association provided the meal sponsored by Shirley Payne of Channel Seed. Dessert was provided by the extension office.
KFB Spotlight
- Statement from Kentucky Farm Bureau President Mark Haney on Defense of Environment and Property Act of 2021
- July 29, 2021
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“We offer our thanks to Senator Rand Paul for introducing the Defense of Environment and Property Act of 2021 as we look forward to the clarity such legislation would bring to the Waters of the U.S. issue."
- Finalists Named for 2021 Outstanding Young Farm Family Award
- July 26, 2021
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Three finalists have been named for the 2021 KFB OYFF honor, in recognition of their achievements as part of the farming community. This year’s finalists are Jonathan and Jessica Gaskins of Adair County, Mark and Wesley Thomas of Hardin County, and Daniel and Kristan Wright of Jefferson County. The winner will be announced at the Kentucky Farm Bureau Annual Meeting later this year.
- Agricultural Exemption Number Required for Tax Exempt On-farm Purchases
- July 25, 2021
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Effective January 1, 2022, KRS 139.481 requires that farmers have an Agriculture Exemption Number for use on Forms 51A158 and 51A159 to make purchases exempt from sales tax.