Dr. David Hildebrand examines a test tube from soybean oil experiments. (Photo by Chris Aldridge)
University of Kentucky researcher David Hildebrand is trying to return the diesel engine to its roots. ... more
Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer
The best thing we can do now for the long-term prosperity of Kentucky agriculture is to maintain the investments of tobacco settlement funds that we have made and build on the momentum we have gained. .. more
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The Kentucky Department of Agriculture will launch an e-newsletter this spring. ... more
Governor and Commissioner Farmer send K.A.R.E. package
The $8.15 million program will help Kentucky farmers affected by last year's drought. ... more
Shelby County family shares Earth's Promise
Sandy Corlett's knowledge and Jason Tucker's experience resulted in Earth's Promise Farm in Shelby County. ... more
Dairy group issues call for award nominations
Nominations close June 6 for the seventh annual Kentucky Quality Dairy Producer Award. ... more
Mac Stone appointed KDA marketing chief
Mac Stone, a longtime educator and sustainable agriculture leader in Kentucky, replaces Michael Judge. ... more
Kentucky agriculture plan calls for more investments
Kentucky must continue and enhance its investment in agriculture production, infrastructure, marketing and education, according to a five-year strategic plan unveiled in January. ... more
Farm Bureau Beef Expo sale topper goes for $14K
Three breeds exceeded the $100,000 sales milestone for the second consecutive year at the 23rd annual Kentucky Farm Bureau Beef Expo. ... more
Parks increases Kentucky Proud purchases
Kentucky State Parks increased purchases of Kentucky-raised farm products by 9 percent in 2007. ... more
Commissioner Farmer signs equine pact
An agreement signed in March will enable horsemen from Kentucky and Mexico to share knowledge and resources. ... more
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Commissioner Farmer Honors Winners of 2008 Poster and Essay Contest
Kentucky schoolchildren were honored for their artistic and literary expressions of "How the Kentucky Department of Agriculture Works for Me." ... more
