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.

Nelson County student awarded Farm Bureau scholarship
Nelson County student awarded Farm Bureau scholarship

Twenty-one Nelson 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.

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

Nelson County high school junior Garrett Hall recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL).

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

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

Nelson County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence
Nelson County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence

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

Sixth Annual Nelson County Fair Public Speaking & Talent Contest Results
Sixth Annual Nelson County Fair Public Speaking & Talent Contest Results

The sixth annual Nelson County Fair Public Speaking and Talent Contests were held Saturday, July 11, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. at the Nelson County Civic Center Bardstown Kentucky. 

Sixth Annual Nelson County Fair Public Speaking and Talent Contest Results
Sixth Annual Nelson County Fair Public Speaking and Talent Contest Results

The sixth annual Nelson County Fair Public Speaking and Talent Contests were held Saturday, July 11, 2015, at 5:00 p.m. at the Nelson County Civic Center Bardstown Kentucky.

KFB Spotlight

Maple Syrup Puts Sweet Stamp on February
February 9, 2026
Maple Syrup Puts Sweet Stamp on February

Kentucky maple syrup enthusiasts joined Kentucky Agriculture Department officials at Blue Ends Farm in Shelbyville today to tap some maple trees and proclaim February as Maple Syrup Month in Kentucky.

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.