Kentucky Farm Bureau

American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall says he is excited about the new Waters of the U.S. Rule that will soon be released by the Environmental Protection Agency.  Duvall also previews the 100^th annual American Farm Bureau Meeting in New Orleans and talks about the organization’s service to agriculture.

Listen here

University of Kentucky Agriculture Economist Dr. Will Snell says agriculture income in Kentucky remained steady in 2018.  He talks about the agriculture economy, the major players in the ag economy, cash receipts and what has helped the agriculture economy remain strong.

Listen here

Kentucky Farm Bureau is partnering with the Kentucky 4-H Foundation to be an Emerald Sponsor of the 2019 4-H Emerald Gala in April.  4-H Foundation Executive Director Melissa Miller talks about the partnership, the Emerald Gala and how the organizations are both striving to develop exceptional leaders.

Listen here

Two Kentucky Farm Bureau leaders were recently recognized for their outstanding lifetime of service.  Distinguished Service awards were presented to Larry Jaggers and Betty Farris during the Kentucky Farm Bureau Annual Meeting November 29 through December 1 in Louisville.

Listen here

The University of Kentucky Extension Service is exploring ways to better serve the equine industry across the state.  Equine specialist Dr. Robert Coleman says the University will gather feedback from extension agents and other stakeholders during two meetings planned this week in Eastern and Western Kentucky.

Listen here

Listen here

Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles says farmers across the state are finishing up a tough year.  Commissioner talks about the state of agriculture, cash receipts and some of the positives in a tough year that include the timber and poultry industries. 

Listen here

Drew and Liz White from Union County say they are excited about representing Kentucky Farm Bureau in the Outstanding Young Farm Family Competition at the American Farm Bureau Meeting in January in New Orleans.  The White’s talk about winning the state competition, the importance of their farm and the legacy that they are carrying to the next generation.

Listen here