County Corner

County Farm Bureaus support every community in the Commonwealth through information, products and service programs including: Women's Leadership Activities, Ag in the Classroom, Commodity Market Information, Scholarships, Certified Roadside Farm Markets and our Young Farmers program. County Farm Bureaus have established a reputation as effective advocates for its members. Check this space often for updates on County Farm Bureau programs and activities happening in our community.

Brian Welch represents Hopkins County Farm Bureau at the AFBF Convention in New Orleans: Brian Welch, MNHHS Ag teacher and FFA Adviser, recently represented Hopkins County Farm Bureau at the American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in New Orleans.

Hopkins County youth showcase talent at Kentucky Farm Bureau Outstanding Youth and Variety Contest: Hopkins County Farm Bureau was well represented in the 2^nd District Kentucky Farm Bureau Outstanding Youth and Variety Contest held Oct 22 in Madisonville.

Hopkins County Farm Bureau honors local professionals: Hopkins County Farm Bureau presented Peggy Stirsman, Shirley Peyton and Mark Metcalfe with “Lead Where You Stand” certificates in acknowledgement of their contributions to Hopkins County.

Hopkins County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships: Victoria Hight, McKenzie Rodgers and Abigail Waide, all seniors in Hopkins County, are the recipients of college scholarships from Hopkins County Farm Bureau.

Hopkins County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders: Hopkins County high school junior Blake Herring recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL).

Hopkins County students attend Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders: Hopkins County high school juniors Jacob Dikerson and Laney Farmer recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL).

Madisonville Fire Department utilizes new grain bin rescue equipment: Hopkins County Farm Bureau emphasizes the importance of farm safety with the donation of a new piece of grain bin rescue equipment.

Hopkins County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence: Recognized for the achievements of its women’s program this year, Hopkins County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Hopkins County Farm Bureau Recognized with Top Honors in KFB's Safety Challenge Awards Competition: Hopkins County Farm Bureau won top honors for its region of the state in the 2017 Safety Challenge Awards competition during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Hopkins County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Young Farmer Gold Star Award of Excellence: Recognized for the achievements of its Young Farm Program this year, Hopkins County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

Hopkins County Student Attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders: Hopkins County high school junior Kyle Bratcher recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders.

Food Checkout Week in Hopkins County: Hopkins County Food Check Out Week was a huge success. Local Students from the Madisonville North Hopkins FFA Chapter was present at Kroger along with the County Administrator Kimberly Faulk.

Hopkins County Family Attends KFB's 2015 Congressional Tour: Mark and Kelli Herring recently attend the 2015 Congressional Tour, along with daughter Josie and son Blake.

2015 Ag Literacy Day in Hopkins County: Shannon Brumfield recently celebrated National Agriculture Literacy Day by incorporating the book of the year into her daily curriculum at Christ The King School.

KFB Spotlight

Candid Conversation: AFBF Vice President of Public Policy Sam Kieffer
February 20, 2025: Candid Conversation presents a discussion about the topical issues related to Kentucky Farm Bureau priorities, the agricultural industry, and rural communities.

Walk a Mile in My Boots
February 20, 2025: To understand the value of farming, Marcus Wiseman knows
you have to experience it for yourself.

KFB President Eddie Melton | Advocacy Season Can Be as Important as Planting Season
February 19, 2025: As a farmer, there is likely no time of the year that is more exciting, and holds more hope, than planting season. Being weeks away from that time doesn’t diminish the anxiousness we have or the optimism we take with us in all we do on the farm.