Mr. Drew Graham was appointed as Executive Vice President for the Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation effective October 1. In his new role, working in collaboration with the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, Drew will provide leadership and direction in all Federation operations, financial resources, and programs and services that directly benefit Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation.
CBOT futures closed mostly lower with wheat and soybean meal leading the way lower. The major fundamental factors include large U.S. crops, foreign demand reduced by the tariff war, and a strong US Dollar weighing on exports. Cattle futures closed slightly higher and mid-range.
Kentucky 4-H members have been competing for top honors at the state fair and visiting Cloverville to see what they won for more than fifty years. State 4-H Marketing and Public Relations Specialist Kim Leger says Cloverville has a new look and is located near the original home in Ag Land in South Wing A.
FFA members from more than 60 chapters across the state competed for top honors this year at the Kentucky State Fair. State FFA Advisor Matt Chaliff talks with host Alan Watts about the new location of FFA exhibits in Ag Land, what is on display and something new this year at the fair.
A little auctioneer with a big voice will sell the 2018 Grand Champion Kentucky Country Ham at the Kentucky Farm Bureau Country Ham Breakfast Thursday morning at the State Fair. Leon Shirk, who sells produce four days a week and has his own auction and real estate business, talks with host Alan Watts about selling the ham.
Kentucky State Police are reaching out to young people at the Kentucky State Fair to connect with them and teach some highway safety basics through Safety Town. Public Information Officer Billy Gregory tells host Alan Watts Safety Town is celebrating a milestone this year with a new look.
