Hopkins County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence
Louisville, KY (December 1, 2017) – Recognized for the achievements of its Young Farm Program this year, Hopkins County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville. The award honors a county’s Young Farmer Committee for its active participation in Farm Bureau leadership development programs, state competitions, and educational or promotional initiatives.
KFB Spotlight
- American Farm Bureau Establishes 2026 Policies
- January 15, 2026
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Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 107th Convention today adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2026. Key topics ranged from labor to animal health to risk management.
- Kentucky Farm Bureau announces state and national policy priorities for 2026
- January 13, 2026
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Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) has announced its 2026 national and state policy priorities following the conclusion of its 106th Annual Meeting. These priorities, developed by KFB members and approved by the KFB Board of Directors, will guide the organization’s advocacy efforts at both the federal and state levels throughout the 2026 legislative sessions.
- KFB President Highlights Youth Engagement, Policy Progress and Community Impact at 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.