Kentucky Ag Literacy Week in Crittenden County

 

The book "The Apple Orchard" was presented to elementary school librarian Carolyn Traum and Crittenden County Librarian Regina Merrick for Kentucky Ag Literacy Week.

 

Crittenden County President Stephen Hill and his wife Marty Hill present the book "The Apple Orchard" to Regina Merrick (center), the Crittenden County Librarian.
Crittenden County President Stephen Hill and his wife Marty Hill present the book "The Apple Orchard" to Carolyn Traum (center), the elementary school librarian.

KFB Spotlight

Statement from Kentucky Farm Bureau President Mark Haney on Defense of Environment and Property Act of 2021
July 29, 2021
Statement from Kentucky Farm Bureau President Mark Haney on Defense of Environment and Property Act of 2021

“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
Finalists Named for 2021 Outstanding Young Farm Family Award

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
Agricultural Exemption Number Required for Tax Exempt On-farm Purchases

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.