Hopkins County - Kentucky Farm Bureau

10/16/2026

Congratulations to one of the 2026 Hopkins County Farm Bureaus Women’s Mini Grant Winners!
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🚜 Investing in the future of agriculture starts with our students! 🌱

Amy Thomison and Casey Cotton of HCCHS submitted a grant proposal through their Student Technology Leadership Program to incorporate a camera-equipped mini drone into their learning experience. This exciting project would allow students to explore how modern farmers use aerial technology to monitor crop health, assess field drainage, and analyze land topography.

What a wonderful proposal that connects technology, education, and agriculture! We are grateful for dedicated teachers like Amy and Casey who go above and beyond to inspire our youth and highlight the importance of agriculture in our community.

Thank you for investing in the next generation of agricultural leaders! 🌾

10/13/2026

The October 2026 edition of KFB News is now available online at kfb.news/Oct2026

In this month's issue, hear from the Monin family in Grayson County about their journey to raising record-breaking pumpkins, learn about updates to the Kentucky Mesonet app and how it can be a valuable tool for your operation, and hear from KFB President Eddie Melton as he reflects on this year's harvest.

10/12/2026

10/08/2026

Read Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell's letter at: kyfb.ag/diesel.

09/30/2026

Congrats to our very own, Westyn Miles and Aleigha Hughes, for their performance in the Farm Bureau Outstanding Youth Contest!

As part of this contest, they submitted a resume, underwent a formal interview, and presented a prepared speech over an ag topic of their choice.

Aleigha placed 3rd in the female division, and Westyn placed 1st in the male division! Westyn will now move on to the state level this December.

Thank you to Hopkins County Farm Bureau for this opportunity!

09/25/2026

09/17/2026

"Today’s passage of the farm bill by the Senate Agriculture Committee is an incredible step toward providing much-needed certainty for farmers across Kentucky and the country. Kentucky Farm Bureau is grateful to Chairman Boozman and his team for their tireless efforts in achieving this milestone.

We also extend special thanks to Senator Mitch McConnell. He has long been an advocate for Kentucky’s farmers, having served on the Senate Agriculture Committee since he was first elected. Upon his return to the Senate Monday, one of his first statements to reporters was that he was back to pass a bipartisan farm bill.

With today’s committee action, we’re one step closer to that goal."

--Kentucky Farm Bureau President Eddie Melton

09/15/2026

Generations of Kentucky farm families shape our agricultural future, and Melissa Miller is living proof. From her childhood on a dairy and to***co farm to her work with Kentucky 4-H and KFB's Generation Bridge program, she’s helping young people discover their voice, their confidence, and their role as advocates for agriculture.

Learn more about Melissa's journey and what advocacy looks like across Kentucky: kfb.news/sept2026Candid

09/11/2026

The September 2026 edition of Kentucky Farm Bureau News is now available online at kfb.news/Sept2026

In this month’s issue, you’ll find crop updates from the 2026 growing season, highlights from the Kentucky State Fair, including the annual Country Ham Breakfast and Charity Auction, and a behind‑the‑scenes look at vendors like Sweet Buckets Cookies who are working hard to bring locally sourced ingredients to Kentuckians.