Local Farmer in Japan on State Trade Mission
Ray Allan Mackey is 13 hours ahead of everyone in Hardin County.
Mackey, a local farmer and board member for the Kentucky Corn Promotion Council, arrived Sunday evening in Japan to take part in an international trade mission with the United States Meat Export Federation to advocate for Kentucky farmers. He will be in Japan through Friday.
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KFB Spotlight
- KFB President's Address Highlights Youth Engagement, Policy Progress and Community Impact at Organization's 106th Annual Meeting
- December 22, 2025
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Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) President Eddie Melton delivered his annual address this morning during the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting in Louisville, reflecting on a fast-moving year marked by legislative gains, unprecedented youth participation, community outreach and continued strength across the state’s agricultural community.
- Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell shares progress, offers optimism during Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2025 Commodity Luncheon
- December 22, 2025
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Earlier today, Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell gave keynote remarks during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) annual Commodity Luncheon at the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting. The luncheon is one of the most anticipated sessions at the yearly event held at the Galt House in Louisville, celebrating the strength and resilience of Kentucky’s agriculture industry, while looking ahead to the future.
- Cody Burke of Franklin County selected as the winner of Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2025 Discussion Meet
- December 22, 2025
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Cattle farmer Cody Burke of Franklin County won first place in the final round of Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) 2025 Discussion Meet, a debate-styled competition for young farmers that relies on an individual’s skill in reasoning and logical discussion of issues.