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

Down the Backroads | Special Edition
February 6, 2026
Down the Backroads | Special Edition

When she picked him up, Goose grabbed the harness Lindie had brought, right out of her hand and away he went. She knew then he was meant to be her dog. Goose quickly became part of the family and another farmhand, proving his inherent ability to herd cattle early on.

KFB Shines at American Farm Bureau Federation Convention
February 6, 2026
KFB Shines at American Farm Bureau Federation Convention

More than 4,000 farmers and ranchers from across the country and Puerto Rico made their way to the 107th American Farm Bureau Federation Convention last month.

Candid Conversation | Ray Bowman
February 4, 2026
Candid Conversation | Ray Bowman

Candid Conversation presents a question-and-answer discussion about the topical issues related to Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) priorities, the agricultural industry, and rural communities. In this edition, the newest director of the Kentucky State Beekeepers Association (KSBA) and the President of the Franklin County Farm Bureau Ray Bowman discusses the importance of honeybees and some of the initiatives the organization undertakes to support state beekeepers and keep the public informed.