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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!


KOAP Director Brandon Reed featured on 'Let's Get Rural Podcast'


Ky. Agricultural Finance Corp. approves more than $4.1 million in loans


Kentucky Angus cattle win two grand championships in Kansas City


Ashbourne Farms named Louisville-area Agribusiness of the Year


How farmers can sell local food to Kentucky schools


UK researchers using drones to protect Kentucky corn


UK research collaboration links key corn protein to longer-lasting seed


Ky. Corn Growers & Small Grain Growers hire communications director


What does it take to keep Black-led farms alive in Kentucky?


Armed to Farm training in Berea preps veterans for agriculture success


Fayette Co. Christmas tree farm helps families find perfect holiday tree


Blind 'wonder dog' from Pendleton Co. is finalist for Farm Dog of the Year


Cost of Thanksgiving dinner decreases 5 percent from a year ago


EPA and Army unveil proposal to establish clear definition of WOTUS


Another temporary fix: Stopgap bill includes Farm Bill extension


Second stage of crop disaster relief program going into effect


Free Ky. Farm Women Leadership Summit to be Dec. 11 in Hopkinsville


Sign up by Dec. 5 for drone pilot certification workshop/exam Dec. 15-16


Register by Dec. 1 for Kentuckiana Crop Production Seminar Dec. 2-3


Nov. 30 is deadline to nominate Kentucky ag teachers for national award


Ky. students encouraged to apply for 2026 Ky. Ag Athletes of the Year


'Breakfast' rampage causes neighborhood to erupt into chaos

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Agriculture in Kentucky

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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/