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.

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Now Accepting College Scholarship Applications for 2024-2025 School Year
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Now Accepting College Scholarship Applications for 2024-2025 School Year

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau will award two college scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. A $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to two students from Muhlenberg County High School. 

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Member Benefits
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Member Benefits

Check out these great Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau member benefits.

Favorite Recipes from Muhlenberg County
Favorite Recipes from Muhlenberg County
Local Students Awarded College Scholarships from Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau
Local Students Awarded College Scholarships from Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau

Three Muhlenberg County students received college scholarships from Kentucky Farm Bureau. In partnership with County Farm Bureaus, the Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation awarded $465,400 this year to deserving students from across the Commonwealth.

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

Muhlenburg County high school junior Tia Groves recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL).

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Celebrates National Ag Day and Kentucky Ag Literacy Week
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Celebrates National Ag Day and Kentucky Ag Literacy Week

To celebrate National Ag Day and Ag Literacy Week, Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau volunteered at a local school to teach 1st graders about agriculture.

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence

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

2017 Food Check-Out Proclamation
2017 Food Check-Out Proclamation

Now, therefore, be it resolved that February 19-25, 2017 is declared as "Food Check-Out Week" in Muhlenberg County.

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Bruce Hendrix Memorial Scholarship
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Bruce Hendrix Memorial Scholarship

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau is now accepting applications for county scholarships. For a complete list of rules and eligibility requirements, please refer to the application. 

Grain Bin Training in Muhlenberg County
Grain Bin Training in Muhlenberg County

Farm Bureau donated a grain tube and auger to the local fire departments for the use in the entire county.

Muhlenberg County 2016 AARP Safe Driver Training Class
Muhlenberg County 2016 AARP Safe Driver Training Class

On October 24th Farm Bureau held an AARP Safe Driver Training Class.  A great program co-sponsored by the insurance and federation.

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau 2016 Member Appreciation Day
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau 2016 Member Appreciation Day

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Member Appreciation Day will be Wednesday, October 5, 2016. 

Muhlenberg County Educator of the Year
Muhlenberg County Educator of the Year

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau recognizes Ms. Leigh Ann Sherrod, vice principal at  Muhlenberg South Elementary School, as the 2016 Educator of the Year. 

Muhlenberg County 2016 Annual Meeting
Muhlenberg County 2016 Annual Meeting

The Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Annual meeting of members will be held on Thursday June 9, 2016. Tickets should be purchased in advance at the Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau office located at 200 Dean Road in Greenville. Office hours are 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

2015 Get Out and Vote
2015 Get Out and Vote

Your vote is important!

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau 2015 Scholarship Recipients
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau 2015 Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations to the 2015 Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau scolarship recipients!

2015 Muhlenberg County Educator of the Year
2015 Muhlenberg County Educator of the Year

Mary Kate Kordes presented the 2015 Educator of the Year award to Mr. Steve Sparks.

Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Safe Driving Bulletin
Muhlenberg County Farm Bureau Safe Driving Bulletin

Announcement for a safe driving school, pre-register before September 14th.

KFB Spotlight

Candid Conversation | Agriculture Education
November 7, 2024
Candid Conversation | Agriculture Education

In this special edition, Lt. Governor Jacqueline Coleman and Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell discuss a new initiative that would include agriculture education at the elementary school level. The following is an excerpt taken from a recent KFB News podcast.

Alex and Sarah Richardson of Meade County Named KFB 2024 Outstanding Young Farm Family
November 5, 2024
Alex and Sarah Richardson of Meade County Named KFB 2024 Outstanding Young Farm Family

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) today announced that Alex and Sarah Richardson of Meade County have been selected as its Outstanding Young Farm Family for 2024. They will be presented with the award during the organization’s annual meeting in December.

Kentucky Farm Bureau Selects Bethany Mattingly of Jefferson County as its 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Winner
October 17, 2024
Kentucky Farm Bureau Selects Bethany Mattingly of Jefferson County as its 2024 Excellence in Agriculture Winner

The award recognizes individuals or couples under the age of 35 who contribute to consistent involvement in Farm Bureau and other agriculture and civic-oriented organizations.