Brandon Reed, of Hodgenville, has been named the new executive director of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s (KDA) Kentucky Office of Agricultural Policy (KOAP), Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell has announced.
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Webster County farmer Eddie Melton was elected as president of Kentucky Farm Bureau in December 2023. He has served on the organization’s executive committee for the past fifteen years.
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We all know that greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions must decrease rapidly to limit global warming and prevent catastrophic climate change. The transportation sector is a big contributor to GHG emissions (approximately 30% of the US total emissions) and biofuels can play a significant role in reducing these emissions.
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The bourbon industry in Kentucky is a remarkable amalgamation of economic prowess, agricultural significance, cultural heritage, and environmental stewardship.
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At a time of year when holiday stories about shepherds are prominent, Trent Jones is living the experience in ways reminiscent of those described in the Bible, with a few updates conveniences.
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Kentucky Agriculture continues to evolve, and there’s now a new five-year plan to prove it. The Kentucky Agricultural Strategic Plan, created by the Kentucky Agricultural Council, isn’t just about improving the state’s farms and helping farmers – it’s about strengthening their place in communities and improving quality of life and economic vitality across Kentucky.
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After achieving remarkable success the previous two years, Kentucky's agricultural economy will likely experience a modest decline in 2023 and some sectors will face continued challenges into 2024. The global response to price incentives, stemming from tight global stocks and trade opportunities, has significantly impacted the state’s agricultural sector.
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“Young, ambitious farmer looking for land to lease.”
That’s how Ryan Bivens described himself in ads when he moved to Hodgenville 20 years ago hoping to establish a farming career. It might be an unorthodox way to build a farm operation, since most farmers inherit a family business, but it didn’t take long for people to see how serious Bivens was, or how successful he could be.
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Yak production, while common in the western half of the U.S., is a more recent phenomenon east of the Mississippi River. Yaks have become so popular that Dike, who mainly raises yaks for breeding, can’t keep up with the demand from farmers who want to start their own herd.
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Brenda Paul and her family raise cattle, alfalfa, hay, sorghum, and soybeans on her nearly six-thousand-acre farm.
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Tom Folz and his family raise corn, soybeans, wheat, and tobacco plants on more than 4,500 acres in western Kentucky. In addition to his farming operation, he runs a Beck’s Hybrids dealership, which is an integral part of his business.
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Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) today announced that Jed Clark of Graves County has been selected as the 2023 KFB Farmer of the Year. Clark will be awarded the honor during the organization’s 104th annual meeting at the Galt House in Louisville later this year.
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The complete list of agriculture and related scholarships for Kentucky students. Provided by the Kentucky Agriculture and Environment in the Classroom.
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In the ever-evolving landscape of Kentucky politics, Jonathan Shell emerges as a notable figure, having just been elected as our state's Agriculture Commissioner. His journey to this pivotal role in governing Kentucky's vast agricultural sector is marked by a blend of legislative experience and a deep-rooted connection to farming.
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Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Ryan Quarles was joined by members of the Kentucky Pork Producers Association (KPPA) as he declared October as Pork Month in Kentucky.
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The final tally of ag cash receipts demonstrates the strength of Kentucky agriculture, but that doesn’t mean farm families are getting rich.
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The Adams’ are passionate about expanding their farming operations and continuing to push the limits as first-generation farmers. “We hope to grow the row crop enterprise to 800 acres in the next 5 years and to 1000 acres in the next 10 years,” they noted. “We would also like to grow our cow/calf operation to 100 brood cows in the next 5 years by better utilizing the pasture we currently have.”
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Find your local farmer’s markets at the image link and support Kentucky agriculture and your community!
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A native of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, Michael Moore recently made a life-changing decision. He returned to college as a first-generation student to pursue a bachelor’s degree in sustainable agriculture in the community food systems track at the University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment.
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The University of Kentucky, Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment, is working to uncover the mysterious world of gene silencing in plants. Thanks to this research, scientists may develop more effective ways to improve crop yields, increase resistance to pests and diseases, and reduce agriculture’s environmental impact.
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