In honor of National Agriculture Day, the Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy joined Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles, Beef Solutions, LLC and Kroger today to mark the launch of Kentucky Cattlemen’s ground beef available at select Kentucky Kroger locations.   

Ag leaders from across the Commonwealth gathered to break ground, commemorating the start of the construction for the new UK Grain and Forage center of Excellence on Thursday, March 15, 2018.

Listen here

Through the efforts and support of commodity organizations in the state, the message of agriculture is being taught to Kentucky students of all ages.  Kentucky Ag In The Classroom Director Jennifer Elwell talks with host Alan Watts about the effort to spread the word about agriculture, how the curriculum lines up with Kentucky Core Standards and the reaction of teachers.

Listen here

The University of Kentucky Grain and Forage Center of Excellence in Princeton will offer new research opportunities that will benefit farmers from Kentucky and the surrounding region.  Director Dr. Chad Lee talks with host Alan Watts about the expansion and the capabilities it will bring.

Listen here

A woman who grew up showing goats and sheep in the livestock barn at the Kentucky Exposition Center is now running the North American International Livestock Exposition.  Join host Alan Watts as he talks with Christian County native Katherine Riley.

Listen here

Kentucky Proud will introduce a new product line that will be available at Kroger locations across the state.  Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles talks with host Alan Watts about Kentucky Proud Beef, the work behind the signature brand and what they hope to accomplish by the new marketing effort.

Listen here