In addition to being resourceful, hard-working and persistent, our nation’s farmers have been very patient. We have endured continued drops in net farm income, a host of natural disasters, and some of the most volatile commodity markets experienced in decades.
AT&T Kentucky President Hood Harris says they are continuing to expand broadband across the rural parts of the state. Harris provides an update on the efforts, talks about how it is improving communications and where the work will progress in the future.
The latest Feeding America Map the Meal Gap shows hunger is a widespread problem across the state. Feeding Kentucky Director Tamara Sandberg talks about the latest results, where the problems are, and how donations help make a dent in hunger.
Kentucky Farm Bureau will work with teachers across the state to teach them about agriculture and how that connects to the classroom. Farm Bureau Ag In The Classroom Director Scott Christmas talks about the program, what is taught, where the sessions are held and other details.
The Kentucky Natural Resource Conservation Service is welcoming new state director Greg Stone. Host Alan Watts talks with Stone about his background, what he plans to do to help Kentucky farmers in their conservation efforts and other details.
Kentucky voters head to the polls Tuesday to select a number of statewide candidates who will run for office in the November General Election. Kentucky Farm Bureau President Mark Haney says it is important for people to know the issues and the candidates, and to go vote.
