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Local Foods System Summit set for March 3

Virtual summit on March 3 will highlight Kentucky's agriculture resiliency

"If 2020 showed us anything, it was the importance of supporting local farmers and food producers," Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles said. "Even though the conference will occur virtually this year, it is more important than ever before that we continue having this conversation about growing food and jobs for all Kentuckians."

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NASDA President Quarles wraps up national winter policy conference


Kentucky's livestock producers continue their work through ice, snow


Kentucky livestock producers don't get snow days off


Ky. gets its own style of beer in 2021 Brewers Association guidelines


Trade wars slash Kentucky bourbon exports by 35 percent


Kentucky Bourbon Trail attendance plummets during pandemic


KADB approves over $1.6M for ag diversification, rural development


Ky. Horse Racing Commission awards $14.3M in incentives to breeders


Keeneland's 2021 Spring Meet will have limited number of fans


Governor appoints Lexington vet to Ky. Board of Veterinary Examiners


Ky. woman carves a life of global agriculture service and adventure


Clean eating: Good news from recent USDA pesticide survey


U.S. agriculture makes gains in greenhouse gas emission reductions


Kentucky Grape & Wine Council scheduled to meet online on March 17


Kentucky Ag Finance Corp. to meet March 12 via videoconference


Kentucky Agricultural Council will meet March 11 via videoconference


UK to host IPM Training School online on March 10


Kentucky PACE Board to meet via videoconference on March 3


Virtual Kentucky Alfalfa & Stored Forage Conference coming March 2-4



KDA Video

Commissioner Quarles Update On Beef

Commissioner Ryan Quarles gives an update on actions by his office to urge USDA to keep an eye on beef prices and touches on a goal for the beef industry.

KDA COVID-19 Site

Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles wants Kentuckians to know that the KDA is committed to keeping them updated during the COVID-19 pandemic. Visit kyagr.com/covid19 for updates.