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.

State Senator Jimmy Higdon Answered Questions at Marion County Farm Bureau: State Senator Jimmy Higdon answered questions during Marion County Farm Bureau's meeting.

Members of Marion County Farm Bureau Attend the 99th American Farm Bureau Federation Annual Convention: Marion County Farm Bureau members attended the 99th American Farm Bureau annual convention in Nashville, TN.

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

Educational Mini-Grant Awarded to Marion County Farm Bureau: Marion County Farm Bureau was honored as one of six recipients of a Kentucky Farm Bureau Educational Mini-Grant.

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

Fourth District Outstanding Farm Bureau Youth Contest: A Marion County youth participated in the Outstanding Farm Bureau Youth contest in November.

Fifth District Outstanding Farm Bureau Youth Contest: A Marion County youth participated in the Outstanding Farm Bureau Youth contest in November.

2017 Ham Days Parade: Marion County Farm Bureau and FFA teamed up to support Ham Days Parade.

Marion County Student Attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders: Marion County high school junior Nick Sandusky recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders.

2017 Marion County Farm Bureau Scholarship Recipients: Congratulations to these Marion County students!

2017 Young Farmers Conference: Daughter of Marion County Young Farmer Chairman Matthew Mattingly enjoys visiting the Newport Aquarium.

2017 Presidents and Vice-Presidents Conference: Kentucky Farm Bureau held the annual Presidents and Vice Presidents Conference on February 14th & 15th.

2017 Legislative Forum: 2017 Marion County Legislative Forum

2016 Marion County Farm Bureau Talent Show Winner: Congratulations to Alexis Hayden, this year's talent show winner.

2016 Marion County Spelling Bee Winner: Congratulations to Jacob Smalley, this year's Marion County Spelling Bee winner.

2016 Distinguished Service Award: 2016 Marion County Distinguished Service Award

2016 Marion County Farm Bureau Annual Meeting: 2016 Marion County Annual Meeting

2016 Marion County Youth Winners

2016 Marion County Youth Winners

2016 Marion County Farm Safety Day: 2016 Farm Safety Day sponsored by Marion County Farm Bureau.

2016 Marion County Scholarship Winners: Congratulations to the Marion County Scholarship winners.

KFB Spotlight

Kentucky Farm Bureau Names 2024 Kentucky Farmer of the Year Finalists
July 1, 2024: Kentucky Farm Bureau announced the finalists for 2024 Kentucky Farmer of the Year. This annual KFB award recognizes an individual whose efforts strengthen the state’s agriculture industry and demonstrate service and leadership, both on and off the farm.

Down the Backroads | One Person Can Change the World
June 24, 2024: What Caitlin Clark did was lead the way in changing the world of basketball. That one person, during this one season, did so much to make a positive impact.

Agriculture Commissioner Proclaims June as Dairy Month in Kentucky
June 20, 2024: Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell joined dairy industry representatives and dairy producers on Tuesday, June 18, to sign a proclamation honoring the dairy industry and June as Dairy Month in Kentucky.