Kentucky's growing wine industry is cause for celebration in October
Kentucky wines are receiving national acclaim, and the state's vineyards are harvesting a bumper crop. ... more
Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer
Some of the world’s finest livestock will be on display at the North American International Livestock Exposition next month at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville. ... more
National speakers headline marketing conference
A futurist, a farmer and a food marketing expert will show Kentucky producers how to “Grow Your Cash Crop in Kentucky” at the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s inaugural Direct Marketing Conference Nov. 13-14 in Lexington. ... more
Kentucky agriculture showcased at Sunbelt Expo
As the spotlight state, Kentucky will show off its agricultural diversification program, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture's award-winning Farm and Home Safety Program, the Kentucky Proud farm marketing movement, and much more. ... more
Farm Bill implementation
Information on the 2008 Farm Bill has been updated to summarize the status of USDA's implementation. ... more
Milk transport security project demos prototype to international audience
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced an additional $1.2 million for future development. ... more
Manage tobacco barns to prevent quick curing
The recent drought can cause tobacco to
dry too fast before their pigments are able to transform into aromatic compounds. ... more
Retail food prices rise in third quarter
Farm Bureau's informal survey shows the total cost of 16 basic grocery items was up about 4 percent from the previous quarter. ... more
Agriculture Commissioner Richie Farmer
