County Corner - Kentucky Farm Bureau

County Corner

County Farm Bureaus support every community in the Commonwealth through information, products and service programs including: Women's Leadership Activities, Ag in the Classroom, Commodity Market Information, Scholarships, Certified Roadside Farm Markets and our Young Farmers program.  County Farm Bureaus  have established a reputation as effective advocates for its members.  Check this space often for updates on County Farm Bureau programs and activities happening in our community.

Franklin County Farm Bureau Now Accepting Applications for the 2022-2023 Paul Gray Memorial Scholarship
Franklin County Farm Bureau Now Accepting Applications for the 2022-2023 Paul Gray Memorial Scholarship

Franklin County Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for the Paul Gray Memorial Scholarship.  

Jake Harrod represents Franklin County Farm Bureau in KFB's Outstanding Youth Contest
Jake Harrod represents Franklin County Farm Bureau in KFB's Outstanding Youth Contest

Jake Harrod represented District 6 at KFB's Outstanding Youth Contest in Louisville, KY.

Franklin County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders
Franklin County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders

Franklin County high school junior Jake Harrod recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL). 

Franklin County Farm City Banquet at Lakeview Park
Franklin County Farm City Banquet at Lakeview Park

Pictured from left are Ed McClure, Agency Manager; Sharon Spencer, Franklin County Farm Bureau President; and J.O. Osborne, Agency Manager attended the Franklin County Farm City Banquet at Lakeview Park.

Franklin County Farm Bureau receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence
Franklin County Farm Bureau receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence

Recognized for the achievements of its Young Farm Program this year, Franklin County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Franklin County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders
Franklin County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders

Franklin County high school junior Molly Mitchell recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders. Mitchell and 43 other high school students from around the state attended the five-day summer leadership conference, held June 11-15 at Murray State University.

KFB Spotlight

President's Column | Eddie Melton
March 27, 2024
President's Column | Eddie Melton

As important as it is for farm families to plant, grow, and harvest our crops year after year, it is equally important to stand up for and speak out in support of an industry none of us can truly do without.

2024 Kentucky Farm Bureau Congressional Tour
March 20, 2024
2024 Kentucky Farm Bureau Congressional Tour

Nearly 320 Kentucky Farm Bureau members made their way to the nation’s capital to participate in this year’s Congressional Tour.

Candid Conversation | Aaron Barrett, Chief Operating Officer for Ingram Barge
March 20, 2024
Candid Conversation | Aaron Barrett, Chief Operating Officer for Ingram Barge

Candid Conversation presents a discussion about the topical issues related to Kentucky Farm Bureau priorities, the agricultural industry, and rural communities, in a question-and-answer format.