By the time Kentucky Farm Bureau was founded as an organization in 1919, the Kentucky State Fair was already celebrating its 17th birthday, officially. But the fair has roots that date back to 1816, making it one of the oldest fair celebrations in the country.
Tuesday we told you about a Louisville restaurant named Harvest that is serving a variety of Kentucky Proud Farm to Table food. On today’s program we learn more about Harvest Chef Geoff Daily, how he started his career, what people think of the food he cooks and the unique display in Harvest that helps people know the story of the food they are enjoying.
A Louisville restaurant is building it’s brand around Farm to Table and Kentucky Proud Products on the menu. Chef Geoff Dailey talks about Harvest, the inspiration behind the restaurant and what diners can expect to find on the eclectic menu.
Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue recently announced a second round of relief for farmers across the country that are being hit hard by the trade negotiations and tariffs on China. Secretary Perdue, Under Secretaries Bill Northey and Greg Ibach, and USDA Chief Economic Greg Johnansen discussed the program and how it will impact agriculture.
For people who want to begin farming, the Farm Service Agency has programs that may be able to help. Farm Service Agency Kentucky and Tennessee Beginning Farmer Program Director Amanda Robertson talks about what is available, how people can apply and some partner agencies that can help.
Kentucky Congressman James Comer, who serves on the House Agriculture Committee, says he is pleased with work that is underway to implement the 2018 Farm Bill. Comer also discussed agricultural hemp, the 2019 farming outlook and other issues during a visit with host Alan Watts at the Congressman's Washington office.
