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Caleb Smithson Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet
December 4, 2021
Caleb Smithson Wins Kentucky Farm Bureau Discussion Meet

Caleb Smithson of Butler County won first place in the final round of Kentucky Farm Bureau’s (KFB) Discussion Meet, a debate-styled competition for young farmers that relies on an individual’s skill in reasoning and logical discussion of issues. 

KFB President Haney Delivers Positive Message of Ag 'Moving Forward'
December 4, 2021
KFB President Haney Delivers Positive Message of Ag 'Moving Forward'

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) President Mark Haney delivered the President’s Address today at the 102nd KFB Annual Meeting in Louisville. Haney described the success of KFB’s “Voice of Kentucky Agriculture” advocacy efforts over the previous year and encouraged members to stay connected with their legislators.

Kentucky Farm Bureau Kicks Off 102nd Annual Meeting with Commodity Luncheon
December 4, 2021
Kentucky Farm Bureau Kicks Off 102nd Annual Meeting with Commodity Luncheon

Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) kicked off its 102nd Annual Meeting today with its Commodity Luncheon celebrating the strength of Kentucky’s farm community. In addition to marking the end of a bountiful harvest season, the annual meeting writes the roadmap for the organization’s advocacy efforts for the coming year.

Across Kentucky - December 3, 2021
December 3, 2021
Across Kentucky - December 3, 2021

Clark County's Donovan and Terra Pigg received top honors in the state Excellence in Agriculture awards program.

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Across Kentucky - December 1, 2021
December 1, 2021
Across Kentucky - December 1, 2021

Paul Sizemore says Owsley County will receive an Excellence in Activities Award for its efforts to help the hungry.

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Market Closes - November 29, 2021
November 29, 2021
Market Closes - November 29, 2021

CBOT futures closed mostly lower with soy contracts and wheat near the day’s lows. Cattle futures closed lower after testing the positive side early – setting new highs for the Oct/Nov rally. December and February Lean Hog futures closed lower while the other contracts ended higher.

Across Kentucky - November 29, 2021
November 29, 2021
Across Kentucky - November 29, 2021

KFB President Mark Haney says they're ready for the annual meeting.

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Across Kentucky - November 26, 2021
November 26, 2021
Across Kentucky - November 26, 2021

Daviess County Farm Bureau's "You Matter" campaign concentrated on physical and mental health in the region.

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Market Closes - November 24, 2021
November 24, 2021
Market Closes - November 24, 2021

CBOT futures closed mostly lower and well below the day’s highs. Cattle futures moved strongly higher today and rising cash cattle prices. Cattle futures moved strongly higher today and rising cash cattle prices. 

Across Kentucky - November 24, 2021
November 24, 2021
Across Kentucky - November 24, 2021

KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says the Executive Committee's annual tour is about listening and networking.

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