Kentucky Farm Bureau

More than 150-thousand people are expected at Churchill Downs Saturday for the 145^th running of the Kentucky Derby.  Churchill Downs Communications Manager Darren Rogers talks about the race, the favorites and some special events planned this year to memorialize the late John Asher, who served as Vice-President of Racing Communications until his untimely death last summer.

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Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler says proper and fair implementation of the Waters of the US rule is one of three priorities in 2019.  Wheeler says the EPA will be working on a standardized rule, fair implementation and making sure all inspectors are on the same page this year.

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The Kentucky Young Farmers Organizations continues to remain strong in spite of budget cuts to higher education across the state.  State Secretary Ashley Johnson talks about the strength of the organization, the annual meeting, the summer farm tour and the members.

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Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Andrew Wheeler says the agency he oversees is very interested in working with farmers to improve nutrient management.  During a recent stop in Kentucky, Administrator Wheeler discussed Nutrient Loading and some of the initiatives that will be put in place during his administration to address the issue.

Kentucky is preparing for the 145th running of the Kentucky Derby with a full week of activities leading up to the greatest two minutes in sports.  Churchill Downs Communications Director Darren Rogers talks about Champions Day, Thurby and the Kentucky Oaks.

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Although the agriculture department at Eastern Kentucky University is small, the program is continuing to grow with a new class of students.  Agronomy Professor Dr. John Settimi talks about the program, the growth, why students are getting involved and what he enjoys about teaching agriculture.

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The Kentucky Agriculture and Environment in the classroom program is helping to teach children across the state the connection between the farm and the food they enjoy from the table.  Executive Director Jennifer Elwell talks about the program, what it teaches and shares a recent success story in Jefferson County.