Kentucky Agriculture

The official account of the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

[Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell @KYAgCommish]

This is welcome news for Kentucky farmers. Thank you to President Trump, Attorney General @kyoag, and the Governor for moving this forward.

[Attorney General Russell Coleman @kyoag]

With the leadership of @KYAgCommish and @POTUS, I was proud to sign an executive order to cut fuel costs for Kentucky's farmers during the fall harvest. Now, Kentucky farmers can use untaxed or dyed diesel fuel on highways as they feed our families and feed the world.

[Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell @KYAgCommish]

Huge win for Kentucky farmers. President Trump signed an executive order expanding access to tax-exempt red-dyed diesel.

With harvest underway and high fuel costs weighing on farm families, this will provide immediate relief and help lower costs. Thank you President Trump for standing with our farmers.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Happy National 4-H Week!

Thank you to the extension agents and community volunteers for the hours you pour into these young agricultural leaders.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

October is Pork Month!
Celebrate by enjoying your favorite pork products and thanking our Kentucky hog farmers.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Join us in welcoming Todd Bivens, the new Director of Farm Safety & Rural Health!

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

We joined the Interim Joint Committee on Agriculture today to discuss the progress of Senate Bill 5. This law opens the door for more fresh, local food in our schools, gives farmers greater access to markets, and advances @KYAgCommish's Local First School Nutrition initiative.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

It’s Kentucky Proud Community Supported Agriculture Week! Fall CSA shares include a box of vegetables and other farm products such as winter squash, green onions, sweet potatoes, eggs, meats, and more. Visit https://t.co/CBzlR4CR4U for more information.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

That's a wrap on an unforgettable Fall All In for Ag Education Week! Huge thanks to our community members, teachers, first responders, and volunteers for making it a memorable success. See you next time, March 14–19, 2027.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

A rollover protective structure (ROPS) and a seat belt are two of the simplest ways to stay safe on a tractor. Make sure your tractor is equipped with both.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Morgantown and Lewisburg Elementary helped us finish strong with farm safety, production ag, and one last adventure with Willie B. And just like that, Ag Education Week is officially in the books!

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Through tears, hugs, and a few smiles, the family of the late Dale Dobson accepted the Kentucky Farmer of the Year award for Dobson Farms at the Farmer’s Appreciation and Awards Day.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Day two of All In for Ag Education Week took us from a rally with Willie B. at Paint Lick Elementary to Lawrence County’s Ag Day at the Fairgrounds.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Couldn’t ask for a better start to All In for Ag Education and Farm Safety & Health Week. We kicked things off with fifth graders from across Jessamine County learning about farm safety, then headed to Meade Tractor in Richmond for a live virtual field trip.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

All In for Ag Education Week starts tomorrow! We're looking forward to another great week of celebrating agriculture education.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Farm Health & Safety Week is almost here! This year's theme, "Safety Today, Success Tomorrow," reminds us that proactive safety measures pave the way for a safe and successful harvest season. Join us in celebrating and spreading awareness this week.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Join the fun of Ag Education Week by checking out the resources available on our webpage!

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Kentucky Ag Education Week’s virtual field trip is only two days away! Hosts Matthew Estes and Chris Smith will take a behind-the-scenes look at Meade Tractor, along with a four-expert panel Q&A. Register today using the QR code below.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

The 2026 Retail-Ready Kentucky Proud Expo was a huge success! Thank you to all of the vendors who showcased their Kentucky Proud products and to everyone who came out to support these local businesses and producers.

[Kentucky Agriculture @kentuckyag]

Our second Kentucky Proud Vendor Expo was a huge success! Thank you to all of the retail-ready vendors who showcased their Kentucky Proud products and to everyone who came out to support these local businesses and producers.