Agriculture

Lexington planning commission proposes ban on large-scale solar in agricultural zones

July 10, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – The Lexington Planning Commission voted unanimously Thursday to revise a zoning ordinance text amendment recommended by the Urban County Council that would have allowed large-scale solar projects on agricultural land. The revised recommendation […]

Weather swings might cause a hay shortage by winter

July 8, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – After this spring’s dry conditions and heavy rainfall to start the summer, hay production has been impacted for many farms. University of Kentucky Extension Horse Specialist Dr. Bob Coleman is advising horse owners […]

Ag Commissioner delivers flowers in honor of Kentucky-Grown Cut Flower Month

July 7, 2026 Kisha Jones

A bit of sunshine in the form of some fresh cut Kentucky-grown flowers were handed out to students and staff at Stewart Home and School in Frankfort Monday to celebrate July as Cut Flower Month […]

Avian Flu continues spreading statewide, concerns officials at nature center

June 30, 2026 Kisha Jones

(WKYT) – The Lake Cumberland Wildlife Refuge Home of Liberty Nature Center remains closed for public tours and events as the Avian Flu spreads. Park officials say the disease can be transferred to humans, but […]

Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approves nearly $3.7 million for projects across the Commonwealth

June 29, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $3,694,091.50 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the Commonwealth Friday at its monthly board meeting. “The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board is committed to supporting a wide variety […]

Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. approves more than $2.9 million in loans

June 25, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. (KAFC) approved 16 agricultural loans totaling $2,923,310 for projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting. Agricultural Infrastructure Loan Program (AILP) Six Agricultural Infrastructure loans totaling up to $955,510 […]

Farmers Market to host Grand Opening Saturday

June 24, 2026 Eric Criswell

The Wayne County Farmers Market will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, June 27th, from 8 AM to 12 PM at 112 Harper Drive in Monticello (behind O’Reilly). The event will feature local veggies, baked […]

Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approves nearly $3.7 million for projects across the Commonwealth

June 22, 2026 Kisha Jones

The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $3,694,091.50 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the Commonwealth Friday at its monthly board meeting. “The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board is committed to supporting a wide variety of farming […]