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Ann Margaret Hughes Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture Award
November 19, 2020
Ann Margaret Hughes Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture Award

Ann Margaret Hughes from Wayne County has won top honors in Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Excellence in Agriculture Awards program for 2020.

Brandon Gilles Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet
November 17, 2020
Brandon Gilles Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet

Brandon Gilles, of Daviess County, won first place in the final round of Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Discussion Meet, a debate-styled competition for young farmers that relies on an individual’s skill in reasoning and logical discussion of issues. The topic was: “Connectivity underpins the modern economy. What mix of investment and policy initiatives can provide reliable broadband access to farmers, ranchers, and rural America?”

Keeping up with the Joneses: Gallatin County Brothers are Continually Working to Improve on their Farming Success
July 1, 2020
Keeping up with the Joneses: Gallatin County Brothers are Continually Working to Improve on their Farming Success

When Kentucky’s agriculture industry took a big turn away from a one-crop economy more than 20 years ago, Taylor and Zac Jones were still very young. They have since watched agriculture in the Bluegrass State evolve into one of the most diversified ag sectors in the country using investments made by the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board.

Kirby Green of Daviess County Wins American Farm Bureau Federation's Excellence in Agriculture Award
January 20, 2020
Kirby Green of Daviess County Wins American Farm Bureau Federation's Excellence in Agriculture Award

Daviess County’s Kirby Green won the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Young Farmers & Ranchers “Excellence in Agriculture Award” against strong competition from around the country during the 2020 AFBF Annual Convention.

Trisha Campbell of Logan County wins 2019 Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet
December 7, 2019
Trisha Campbell of Logan County wins 2019 Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet

Trisha Campbell of Logan County won first place in Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Discussion Meet, a debate-styled competition for young farmers. 

Wesley and Alicia Logsdon of Pulaski County named Kentucky Farm Bureau's Outstanding Young Farm Family
December 6, 2019
Wesley and Alicia Logsdon of Pulaski County named Kentucky Farm Bureau's Outstanding Young Farm Family

Wesley and Alicia Logsdon of Nancy, Kentucky were honored as Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) “2019 Outstanding Young Farm Family” at the 100th Annual Meeting at the Galt House in Louisville.

Kentucky Farm Bureau Hosts Young Farmer Leadership Conference in Lexington
January 30, 2019
Kentucky Farm Bureau Hosts Young Farmer Leadership Conference in Lexington

More than 300 young farmers and farm families from across Kentucky are expected to gather this weekend for the Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) Young Farmer Leadership Conference at the Embassy Suites in Lexington.

Kentucky Farm Bureau Announces Emerald Sponsorship for 2019 4-H Emerald Gala
December 7, 2018
Kentucky Farm Bureau Announces Emerald Sponsorship for 2019 4-H Emerald Gala

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) is proud to announce its Emerald Sponsorship for the 2019 4- H Emerald Gala. The Emerald Sponsorship is the top commitment available for the gala that showcases 4-H Emerald Award Winners as well as the 4-H program in Kentucky. Funding for the sponsorship is provided from both Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation and Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance.

Brian Welch Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet
December 1, 2018
Brian Welch Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet

Brian Welch, of Hopkins County, won first place in the final round of Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Discussion Meet, a debate-styled competition for young farmers that relies on an individual’s skill in reasoning and logical discussion of issues. The event was one of the highlighted activities of Friday night’s general session during KFB’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Finalists Named for the 2018 Outstanding Young Farm Family Award
November 7, 2018
Finalists Named for the 2018 Outstanding Young Farm Family Award

Three finalists have been named for the 2018 Kentucky Farm Bureau OYFF honor, in recognition of their achievements as part of the farming community. The finalists are Nicholas and Bethany Hardesty of Meade County, Wesley and Alicia Logsdon of Pulaski County, and Drew and Liz White of Union County. The winner will be announced at the Kentucky Farm Bureau Annual Meeting at the end of November.