KY avian influenza sites given ‘all clear’; poultry owners large and small urged to remain vigilant
Federal and state authorities have released two Western Kentucky poultry sites from quarantine restrictions after tests reveal both premises are…
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Registration open for fourth Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit set for March 23 in Lexington
Harvesting inspiration and innovation is the theme of this year’s Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit. The summit is again co-hosted…
Ryan Quarles: Renewing ‘ag tags’ an important step in supporting state’s youth agricultural programs
Every year, when farmers go to renew their farm license plates, or “ag tags,” they have the opportunity to make…
Authorities have detected deadly avian influenza in flock of Ky. chickens, working to prevent spread
Federal and state authorities say a case of avian influenza has been detected in a flock of commercial broiler chickens…
Department of Agriculture seeking nominations for 2022 Kentucky Leopold Conservation Award
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is inviting Kentuckians to nominate a farmer or forester for the 2022 Kentucky Leopold Conservation…
A reminder: Student-athletes involved in agriculture can apply for KDA-KHSAA scholarship — by Jan. 31
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky student-athletes who are involved in agriculture are invited to apply for one of six…
KDA encouraging state’s student-athletes to apply for 2022 Kentucky 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…
Free one-hour course aids healthcare professionals in preventing farmer suicides
A free one-hour course, developed by Western Kentucky University, designed to aid healthcare professionals in acknowledging and lessening farmer suicides…
KDA reminding agricultural producers of Jan. 1 deadline to apply for new exemption number
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is reminding agricultural producers about the upcoming deadline to apply for Kentucky’s new agriculture exemption…
Ryan Quarles: With crisis looming, Kentucky is situated to be home to resolving supply chain issues
As Kentuckians gather around their tables for the Thanksgiving holiday, many will share thanks and gratitude for the ability to…
Kentucky college students encouraged to apply for KDA 2022 summer internship program
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is encouraging Kentucky college students seeking a career in agriculture or government to apply for…
It’s Farm to School Month: State says schools should connect with local farmers for nutritious meals
By Tom Latek Kentucky Today Kentucky schools are being encouraged to connect with local farmers and small businesses to create…
Perfetti Van Melle donates 23,000 lbs. of candy as part of Ky. Department of Agriculture Hunger Initiative
A “sweet” donation is bringing smiles to people across the state thanks to a delivery from Perfetti Van Melle North…
Kentucky Department of Agriculture records highest-ever Ag Tag donations with more than $731,000
Kentucky farmers donated $731,627.67 to the Ag Tag Program for 2021 – the highest ever in program history, the Kentucky…
Ryan Quarles: After 18 difficult months, Kyians will have opportunity to come together at 117th State Fair
It’s time. After a year and half of shutdowns and extreme social distancing, Kentucky will have the opportunity to come…
Farm Fresh Days Aug. 13-22 to celebrate Kentucky’s locally-sourced ingredients at restaurants statewide
Eat Fresh. Eat Local. Eat Out. That’s the idea behind the first-ever Kentucky Proud Farm Fresh Days, a 10-day culinary…
Kentuckians encouraged to support state’s farm families during Farmers’ Markets Week Aug. 1-7
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture is encouraging Kentuckians to celebrate Kentucky Farmers’ Markets Week Aug. 1-7 by getting out and…
Agriculture Department launches #MeatMeAtTheTable campaign to promote meat as centerpiece at meals
Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles joined the Kentucky Livestock Coalition and commodity organizations in Fayette County this week to…
State’s farmer-florists keep growing, giving special reason to celebrate KY Grown Cut Flower Month
Nothing says summer like fresh flowers. This July, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture and the Kentucky Horticulture Council (KHC) are…
KDA accepting second round of specialty crop block grant concept proposals; proposals due June 18
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA) is accepting new concept proposals for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program due to…
Registration now available for third Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit to be held virtually March 3
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s (KDA) Kentucky Proud brand is co-hosting the third annual Kentucky Local Food Systems Summit March…
Kentucky Department of Agriculture to host virtual Community Supported Agriculture Fair Feb. 22-28
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s (KDA) Kentucky Proud brand is once again co-hosting the Virtual Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Fair…