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Across Kentucky - October 10, 2022
October 10, 2022
Across Kentucky - October 10, 2022

KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says a lack of skilled labor is a statewide issue.

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Across Kentucky - October 7, 2022
October 7, 2022
Across Kentucky - October 7, 2022

Dan Basse, President of Ag Resource Company, says the global playing field is shifting for both the U.S. and China.

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Record Turkey Prices Expected as Thanksgiving Approaches
October 6, 2022
Record Turkey Prices Expected as Thanksgiving Approaches

 Families can expect to pay record high prices at the grocery store for turkey this upcoming holiday season thanks to the impacts of the bird flu and inflation. American Farm Bureau Federation economists analyzed turkey and egg costs in their latest Market Intel.

Mark and Wesley Thomas of Hardin County Named Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2022 Outstanding Young Farm Family
October 6, 2022
Mark and Wesley Thomas of Hardin County Named Kentucky Farm Bureau's 2022 Outstanding Young Farm Family

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) today announced that Mark and Wesley Thomas of Hardin County have been selected as the 2022 Outstanding Young Farm Family (OYFF). This annual award recognizes an individual or couple under the age of 36 who demonstrates strong farm management skills, KFB and community involvement and consistent financial growth through their farm operation.

Across Kentucky - October 5, 2022
October 5, 2022
Across Kentucky - October 5, 2022

Arlan Suderman with Stone X says the USDA's recent stocks report has changed the outlook for corn and soybean prices.

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We Will Endure
October 3, 2022
We Will Endure

To say this growing season has been a mixed bag of results is an understatement. It’s been quite the roller coaster ride for most of us on the farm. As I have traveled across the state over the last several weeks, I've heard from countless members about the ups and downs they have faced throughout the year.

Across Kentucky - October 3, 2022
October 3, 2022
Across Kentucky - October 3, 2022

KFB President Mark Haney says the Commonwealth needs training for skilled jobs to support farmers and rural residents.

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Across Kentucky - September 30, 2022
September 30, 2022
Across Kentucky - September 30, 2022

Mike Steenhoek with the Soy Transportation Coalition says rail service delays still plague the industry.

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Zach Heibert of Hardin County Named 2022 Kentucky Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture Award Recipient
September 29, 2022
Zach Heibert of Hardin County Named 2022  Kentucky Farm Bureau Excellence in Agriculture Award Recipient

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) announced today that Zach Heibert of Hardin County is the 2022 KFB Excellence in Agriculture award recipient.

Across Kentucky - September 28, 2022
September 28, 2022
Across Kentucky - September 28, 2022

University of Kentucky's Dr. Chad Lee says the 2022 corn harvest is defined by variability.

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