Vol. 5 No. 9 • July 9, 2012 Seeds of growth
In 1947, Forrest Caudill started traveling to farms and military reservations such as Fort Knox, collecting the seeds from fields of tall bluegrass using old-fashioned threshing machines and splitting the crop with the property owners. ... more (Photo by Chris Aldridge)
Agriculture Commissioner James R. ComerKentuckians have a knack for putting a humorous spin on even the most dire situation. So it has been that, on my recent travels across the state, a few people have asked me if I could use the powers of my office to make it rain. ... more
Commissioner Comer appoints task force to study fuel testing laboratoryAgriculture Commissioner James Comer announced the members of a fuel lab task force who will address concerns raised in an audit of the Department of Agriculture’s previous administration. The task force includes leaders in the fuel industry, agriculture, and government efficiencies. ... more Cincinnati company donates rescue equipment to Farm and Home Safety ProgramEmergency Equipment gave an All-Terrain Res-Q Trailer, a MedLite Transport Deluxe medical/rescue bed insert, and a stretcher manufactured by Junkin Safety Appliance Company of Louisville. ... more
Across Kentucky: Farm to School Program introduces new resourcesKentucky’s Farm to School program is designed to get more healthy foods into the state’s schools, improving nutrition for students and economic potential for local farmers. The Kentucky Ag Department’s Tina Garland talks about two new major developments for that program. ... more (audio) New law to protect agritourism operators and participants takes effect in JulyThe law requires venues such as wineries, orchards, and corn mazes to warn visitors that they are assuming the risk of participating in the activities of the operation. ... more Legislation enables taxpayers to contribute to Farms to Food BanksAt a time when food banks are experiencing unprecedented demand for emergency food assistance, Kentucky residents will soon have a new opportunity to join the fight against hunger. ... more Kentucky's retail food prices drop in second quarter of 2012According to Kentucky Farm Bureau's latest Marketbasket Survey, the total cost of 40 basic grocery items was $113.03 in the second quarter of the year. This reflects a decrease of $2.68, or 2.3 percent, from the same list of items reported in the previous quarter. ... more Kentucky 4-H, FFA elect 2012-13 officers
Kentucky corn acreage up 16 percent, soybeans down 6 percentAccording to the Kentucky Field Office of USDA's National Agricultural Statistics Service farmers in Kentucky planted 1.60 million acres of corn, up 16 percent from last year, and the largest corn acreage since 1986. ... more Wheat yields surprisingly goodWith harvest nearing completion, 2012 average wheat yields, test weights and quality were good, which was a pleasant surprise to many producers. ... more Equine study will identify industry's strengths and needsThe purpose of the study is to get an accurate inventory of all horses in the state by breed and use, and their economic impact of both direct farm impact and local community impact from shows, races and trail rides. ... more Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2012 Farm Vehicle Regulations reference guide now available onlineThe updated booklet is designed to help KFB’s members better understand and navigate the new statutes and regulations associated with farm vehicle transportation. ... more Tax implications of purchased breeding cattle vs. raised breeding cattleMany farmers choose to replace their cull cows by raising heifers from their herd. Another method that farmers may want to consider is to sell their heifers as market calves and purchase replacement heifers, bred to calve the following year. ... more
Kentucky agriculture broadcast scheduleU.S. Food and Drug AdministrationFoodSafety.govComing upAdvanced Kentucky Grazing School Southeastern Equestrian Trails Conference Northern Nut Growers Association annual meeting 2012 National Junior Angus Show Kentucky Junior Livestock Expo - West Simmental Breeders Sweepstakes National Nut Growers Association annual meeting Livestock Investigation Training Level II Kentucky State Fair Quarter Horse Show Corn, Soybean and Tobacco Field Day Connecting Farm$ to Local Market$
Kentucky Farm FactKentucky has nearly 150 farmers' markets that offer farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, jams, jellies, sauces, salsas, cut flowers, crafts, and much more. Click here to find a farmers' market near you.
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