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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Opinion – Jonathan Shell: Make an impact in Ky agriculture by donating to state’s ‘Ag Tag’ fund
Small things can make a lasting impact. It’s one of the things I learned early in life while riding around…
KY Department of Agriculture accepting applications for 2024 Kentucky Proud Farm to Fork Dinners
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is inviting Kentucky Proud members to apply to participate in the Kentucky Proud Farm to…
KDA working group releases plan to address Kentucky’s shortage of large animal veterinarians
A working group, made up of agriculture industry stakeholders, has presented its plan to ease Kentucky’s large-animal veterinarian shortage. “I’m…
Kentucky Department of Agriculture accepting submissions for annual Poster and Essay Contest
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) is now accepting student submissions for its annual Poster and Essay Contest. The theme…
Kentucky ag commissioner grants reprieve to Elmwood Stock Farm turkey on eve of Thanksgiving
Turkeys are normally the centerpiece of Thanksgiving dinners, but this year one turkey at Elmwood Stock Farm received a reprieve….
Quarles participates in USDA trade mission to Kenya in effort to open opportunities for Kentucky and U.S.
A recent trip to Kenya could open up more agricultural trade opportunities for Kentucky and the United States, according to…
NKY ag products grower-buyer event Nov. 9 in Burlington to bring producers, buyers together
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) will partner with the Kentucky Center for Ag and Rural Development (KCARD), the University…
Applications now open for Kentucky Department of Agriculture, KHSAA 2024 Ag Athlete of the Year
Kentucky student-athletes who are involved in agriculture are invited to apply for one of six scholarships and recognition as a…
U.S. Agriculture Department awards KDA $667,000 for Farm to School project with high school FFA chapters
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) has been awarded $667,700 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food and Nutrition…
Kentuckians encouraged to celebrate state’s farm families during Farmers’ Markets Week Aug. 6-12
Kentucky farm families are being celebrated next week as Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Ryan Quarles invites Kentuckians to enjoy Kentucky…
Kentucky celebrates alpaca farmers during Alpaca Fleece and Fiber Month during month of July
Kentucky alpaca farmers and the alpaca industry add an enriching diversity to Kentucky’s agricultural economy. This month, the Kentucky Department…
KDA celebrating state’s flower-growing industry during Kentucky Grown Cut Flower Month in July
Fresh flowers can brighten up any summer day by bringing a little bit of the outside in. This month, the…
New Kentucky Proud website aims to better connect consumers to Kentucky-made products
Kentucky Proud, the official agricultural marketing brand of Kentucky, has launched a new website and an easier way for consumers…
KY Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles visits Japan in effort to spur additional trade opportunities
A recent trip to Japan could open more agricultural trade opportunities for Kentucky and the United States, according to Kentucky…
Task force looking for solutions to Kentucky’s large-animal veterinarian shortage starts its work
A task force charged with finding solutions to Kentucky’s large-animal veterinarian shortage met in Frankfort this week at the Kentucky…
Agriculture Department extends application deadline for Specialty Crop Block Grant Program to March 3
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture has announced the deadline has been extended to apply for the Specialty Crop Block Grant…
KDA to co-host Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit March 29 at Kroger Field in Lexington
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) will again co-host the Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit March 29 at the University…
Community Supported Agriculture Week Feb. 20-24 highlights direct-from-farm purchasing
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture has announced that Kentucky Proud, the official agricultural marketing brand of the state, will co-host…
Health, safety top of mind for KDA’s annual National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville Feb. 15-18
Each year, attendees at the National Farm Machinery Show have a chance to see the newest selection of cutting-edge agricultural…
Kentucky Department of Agriculture accepting proposals for Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) has announced the proposal window is now open for the state’s Specialty Crop Block…
KDA accepting nominations for 2023 Leopold Conservation Award; deadline April 1
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is inviting Kentuckians to nominate a farmer or forester for the 2023 Kentucky Leopold Conservation…