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Join me at the 121st Kentucky State Fair Aug. 14-24 in Louisville


Ky. Proud ice cream wins 3rd straight gold medal at international contest


Ky. Ag Development Board approves more than $3.4 million in projects


Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. approves over $3.1 million in loans


Blackberries in bloom: It’s peak picking season at Woodford Co. orchard


Ballard County farmer slashes grain loss with aftermarket technology


First Ky. farmer elected to National Corn Growers' Association board


Hemp industry warns against harsh farm bill THC rules


Sen. McConnell: We can grow hemp and protect kids at same time


Kentucky State’s 65th Farm City Field Day draws 500 visitors


KSU partners with Louisville distillery on bourbon research


UK greenhouse study offers hope for protecting, cleansing waterways


Scott County cattle farmer pleads guilty to COVID-19 fraud


Kentucky Angus cattle named champions at two shows in Louisville


Beef prices prices have climbed to record highs this summer


Nestle pledges to remove artificial dyes from its U.S. foods by 2026


1 in 5 packaged foods and drinks contain synthetic dyes


Farmers' market vendors: Seven essential tips for sales success


USDA plan limits ownership of American farmland by U.S. adversaries


USDA disaster aid now available to eligible farmers


Career fair is Sept. 25 for agribusiness, distillation, and equine industries


Sign up for first Kentucky Proud Livestock Classic Sept. 6 in Casey Co.


Hopkins Co. Extension to host farm cost share info session on Aug. 21


Nominations for FSA county committee elections accepted until Aug. 1


Louisville organic urban farm to host field day on July 29


UK to host Kentucky Farm Succession Seminar July 23 in Owensboro


World's most expensive cheese sells for $42,232

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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

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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/