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Kentucky Farm Bureau President Eddie Melton Re-elected at Organization's 106th Annual Meeting
December 6, 2025
Kentucky Farm Bureau President Eddie Melton Re-elected at Organization's 106th Annual Meeting

Webster County farmer Eddie Melton was re-elected today to continue serving as President of Kentucky Farm Bureau. Melton has been a member of the organization’s executive committee for 17 years. Also re-elected to their leadership roles are Shane Wiseman of Clark County as First Vice President and Larry Clark of Green County as Second Vice President.

President's Column | We are one organization working together to guarantee the success of our members.
December 1, 2025
President's Column | We are one organization working together to guarantee the success of our members.

As we consider both our history and our hopes for the future, it's important to recognize the vital role Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) continues to play in supporting our agricultural community.

Down the Backroads | Appreciation for our state's seasonal beauty
November 28, 2025
Down the Backroads | Appreciation for our state's seasonal beauty

I can always take a vacation to the beach,
but I could never replace the seasonal beauty of Kentucky.

Keeping a Watch Over his Sheep
November 25, 2025
Keeping a Watch Over his Sheep

Young Green County farmer adds to his family’s farming operation as he prepares to have his own.

Kentucky AgriLegacy Solutions Program Launched to Support Farm Families in Transition Planning
November 24, 2025
Kentucky AgriLegacy Solutions Program Launched  to Support Farm Families in Transition Planning

Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation and the Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development (KCARD) are proud to announce the launch of KCARD’s Kentucky AgriLegacy Solutions Program, a new effort designed to help Kentucky farm families navigate the farm transition process.

Melissa Miller of Hardin County named KFB's 2025 Generation Bridge Advocate of the Year
November 19, 2025
Melissa Miller of Hardin County named KFB's 2025 Generation Bridge Advocate of the Year

This award honors a Farm Bureau member who demonstrates exceptional leadership and dedication to bridging generations within the organization — creating opportunities for members of all ages to engage, share experiences and strengthen the future of agriculture.

Blind 'Wonder Dog' from Kentucky Named Finalist in AFBF's 2025 Farm Dog of the Year Competition
November 18, 2025
Blind 'Wonder Dog' from Kentucky Named Finalist in AFBF's 2025 Farm Dog of the Year Competition

Goose, a 12-year-old Red Heeler has been selected as a national finalists for the People’s Choice Pup award in the American Farm Bureau Federation’s (AFBF) 2025 Farm Dog of the Year competition.

Fleming County Celebrates Agricultural Heritage with Annual FFA Tractor Parade
November 13, 2025
Fleming County Celebrates Agricultural Heritage with Annual FFA Tractor Parade

The annual FFA Tractor Parade brings thousands of onlookers, both local and beyond, to Flemingsburg’s Main Street to see one of the biggest and best tractor parades around.

Commissioner Shell Coordinates Statewide Effort to Support Kentuckians During Federal Shutdown
November 3, 2025
Commissioner Shell Coordinates Statewide Effort to Support Kentuckians During Federal Shutdown

In response to the ongoing federal government shutdown, Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell has coordinated a statewide effort to help ensure Kentuckians continue to have access to food and support during this critical time.

Kentucky agriculture celebrates Pork Month in October
October 27, 2025
Kentucky agriculture celebrates Pork Month in October

Pork producers, pork industry representatives, and state legislators joined Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell on Friday as he proclaimed October as Pork Month in Kentucky.