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Kentucky Agricultural News is the Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s twice-monthly e-newsletter. Get the latest news from the Kentucky Department of Agriculture; the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment; Kentucky Farm Bureau, and other ag organizations; occasional commentary from the Agriculture Commissioner; a monthly Kentucky Proud feature; a Kentucky Farm Fact, and more. Just fill in the form below and click “Subscribe” to keep up with Kentucky agriculture!

Ag Tag donations

‘Ag Tag’ donations set another record in 2025

Kentucky farmers donated nearly a million dollars for the Ag Tag Program in 2025. The total, $995,440.74, is the largest amount ever donated in a single year, topping last year’s total by more than $60,000, Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell announced.

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Madisonville North Hopkins wins first salsa challenge at Ky. State Fair


State Fair celebrates giant pumpkins, watermelons, and other produce


Kentucky Ag Finance Corp. approves more than $3.1 million in loans


Ky. Ag Development Board OKs over half a million dollars in projects


Kentucky farmers' markets celebrate stories, people behind the food


Grain crop conditions mostly favorable during wettest year on record


Kentucky Soybean Promotion Board elects Fred L. Sipes as chairman


Elizabethtown-based food bank opening new hub in Bowling Green


Walmart recalls frozen shrimp sold in Ky. over potential radioactivity


Dollar General recalling 8-ounce jars of Clover Valley Instant Coffee


Celebration of life remembers Hall of Fame horse trainer D. Wayne Lukas


What farmers need to know about rabies in cattle


UK study finds rising antibiotic resistance in cattle


Research shows wheatgrass can improve soil health in Kentucky


Emergency loans available for farmers in Monroe, surrounding counties


Family farms make up 95 percent of all U.S. operations


Only 3% of family farms make it to the 4th generation; What about yours?


Animal drugs approved to combat New World Screwworm


Farm Bureau commends USDA efforts to protect livestock from parasite


American farmers need simpler access to migrant workers


Beef Bash will be held Sept. 20 in Woodford County


Soil properties workshop to be Sept. 16 at EKU's Meadowbrook Farm


Register by Sept. 9 for Mechanical Weed Control Field Day on Sept. 23


Family Farm Field Day to take place Aug. 23 in Marion County


Cow produces record-setting 90.6 gallons of milk in three days

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Agriculture in Kentucky

Agriculture is more than a part of life, it’s a passion and commitment to provide the fiber, feed, and shelter the world needs.

Equine Industry in Kentucky

Agriculture is more than a part of life, it’s a passion and commitment to provide the fiber, feed, and shelter the world needs.

Kentucky Farmers' Markets

Kentucky Farmers' Markets bring fresh, local produce, meats, eggs, and handmade goods directly to communities. These markets support local farmers and offer a vibrant shopping experience with seasonal products, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.

Sunshine Class

The Sunshine Class is a unique opportunity for special needs individuals to engage in Kentucky agriculture by showing livestock. To learn more about how to get involved visit kyagr.com/sunshine/