Kentucky Derby shines spotlight on Commonwealth’s proud equine and agriculture traditions
On the first Saturday in May, all eyes around the world will be on Kentucky for the 150th running of…
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Boone Fiscal Court holds full discussion on rezoning of agriculture acreage; to hold second reading Dec. 5
By Patricia A. Scheyer NKyTribune reporter The Boone County Fiscal court held a presentation on a zoning issue at the…
Rising meat prices are causing sticker shock for consumers, but there are still ways to save
By Aimee Nielson University of Kentucky Grocery and gas prices are on the rise, and sticker-shocked consumers are looking for…
Doing what families do: Extension agents help Western Kentucky tornado victims
By Katie Pratt University of Kentucky In the midst of utter chaos, Bremen farmer Kenny Smith sees a coordinated recovery effort and…
Five N. Kentuckians among 45 from across state selected for Leadership Kentucky Class of 2020
Leadership Kentucky, one of the oldest and most prestigious statewide leadership development programs in the United States, has announced the…
Ed Massey: Kentucky farmers facing challenges on multiple fronts as well as positive ones on diversification
This past week, the Interim Joint Committee on Agriculture met to hear a report from Commissioner of Agriculture Ryan Quarles…
Kentucky agriculture dealing with worsening drought conditions and the summer that never seems to end
By Aimee Nielson University of Kentucky It is the summer that never seems to end. Already into October, and much…
John Schickel: Making memories at the Boone County Fair where old meets new and friends gather
With all the disturbing national news this summer, I was especially appreciative of my week attending the Boone County Fair….
Keven Moore: It’s neither a bird nor a plane — OSHA is now using drones to improve inspections
It’s a bird. It’s a plane. No…it’s an Occupational Safety and Health Administration drone? What? That’s right, folks, OSHA is…
Kentucky agriculture receipts predicted to hold steady, but net cash income likely down
By Katie Pratt University of Kentucky Buoyed by gains in the poultry and equine industries, Kentucky agricultural cash receipts are…
U.S. Rep James Comer talks Kentucky politics with KACo President-elect Elbert Bennett
U.S. Rep. James Comer, R-KY, visited the Kentucky Association of Counties (KACo) Wednesday, to discuss national legislation and how it…
Easing the Burden: Machine shows promise in making tobacco stripping more efficient
By Aimee Nielson Special to NKyTribune Burley tobacco is one of the most labor-intensive crops a farmer could choose to…