Join us on the podcast as Donovan Pigg, the Livestock Marketing Specialist at KFB, shares his invaluable experiences working with farmers throughout Kentucky. Donovan is dedicated to empowering farmers through education and offers insights that can enhance their practices. Don't miss his anticipation for the upcoming KFB Annual Meeting breakout sessions, where farmers can gain even more knowledge and tools to succeed!
KFB Annual Meeting Agenda: https://www.flipsnack.com/EAD656ED75E/2025-kfb-annual-meeting-united-we-can
Join us as members of the University of Kentucky Department of Agricultural Economics participate in Let's Get Rural to share insights about their upcoming presentation at the Kentucky Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. They will provide an in-depth analysis of the economic outlook for agriculture in our state for 2026, a discussion you won't want to miss!
Learn more about the UK Dept. of Ag Economics at: https://agecon.mgcafe.uky.edu/
Brandon Reed's remarkable journey in agriculture has taken him from humble beginnings on a farm to leadership roles in the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and even the Kentucky Legislature. Now, he has an exciting new opportunity that could bring him the most fulfillment yet. Join Renee and Matt as they engage with Brandon to explore his inspiring life and contributions to agriculture in the latest episode of "Let's Get Rural."
Learn more about Raising Hope at: https://www.kyagr.com/marketing/raising-hope.html
In the last two decades, Kentucky has seen a staggering loss of 1.4 million acres of farmland and 17,000 farms. Today, Aleta Botts joins us for an urgent conversation about the necessity of coming together to identify and implement the solutions that can reverse this trend.Learn about the initiative at: https://www.kyfarmlandtransition.com/
Join Paige Mattingly, the Young Farmer Chair of Fayette County Farm Bureau, as she sits down with KFB News Editor Tim Thornberry to explore an exciting and delicious event that not only promises great flavors but also supports a worthy cause—raising funds for Casa of Lexington.
Learn more about the Fayette County Young Farmer Program at: https://fayettecofarmbureau.com/about/young-farmer-rancher/
More info on Casa of Lexington: https://casaoflexington.org/
Representative Ryan Bivens of the Kentucky General Assembly passionately shares his journey in agriculture, underscoring his commitment to giving farmers a powerful voice in our communities. By embracing key roles in this vital sector, he advocates for policies that empower and uplift our agricultural community.
Fall market season has arrived in Kentucky! Join Renee and Matt as they sit down with Jenny Evans, the owner of Evans Orchard and Cider Mill in Georgetown. Together, they explore the exciting happenings at her market this season and highlight how her membership in the Kentucky Farm Bureau Certified Farm Market program enhances her offerings and connects her to the community.
Certified Farm Market Program: https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/certified-farm-markets/
Evans Orchard and Cider Mill: https://evansorchard.com/
KFB Commodity Marketing Specialist Taylor Thompson engages with KFB News Editor Tim Thornberry for an insightful discussion on the current harvest and crop conditions throughout the state.
KFB Commodity Market Details: https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/commodities/market-details/
This week on "Let’s Get Rural," we're celebrating All in for Ag Week in Kentucky! We're excited to have Tammy White from Providence Elementary join Renee and Matt to chat about a fun event at her school. She will share how the event helped students learn all about agriculture and the important issues facing rural communities. Don't miss it!
Learn more about All in for Ag Week at: https://www.kyagr.com/marketing/ag-education-week.html
Adam Hinton from Hinton Mills joins Renee and Matt to highlight the incredible way the agricultural community in Fleming County united to fund an agriculture teacher for their local school. Adam passionately underscores how vital it is to engage with your community—taking action can truly make a difference!
The Parade is October 3, 2025 at 1pm!
To follow the Fleming County Tractor Parade go to:
WFLE - http://wfle.fm/
WKCA - https://wkcaradio.com/
WCYN - https://www.wcyn.com/
Hinton Mills - https://www.facebook.com/hintonmills1918
KFB News Editor Tim Thornberry joins Renee and Matt to discuss an upcoming story about Farm Rescue, a nonprofit organization that provides operational support to farm and ranch families during times of crisis.Their Manager of Industry Engagement joins the podcast!
Learn more about Farm Rescue at: https://farmrescue.org/
Read the current KFB News magazine at: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=66493&l=1&view=issuelistBrowser
Check out the latest episode of the Let's Get Rural Podcast featuring Dr. Chad Lee from @ukagriculture. He discusses the newest research coming out of the university and shares insights about harvest conditions across Kentucky.
Learn more about what Dr. Lee and his colleagues do at: https://gfce.ca.uky.edu/
KFB News Editor Tim Thornberry visits with Renee and Matt to discuss an upcoming article focused on the world of livestock showing. They introduce a remarkable young woman, Montana Fehd, and explore her life working with dairy goats.
To read KFB News go to: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=66493&l=1&view=issuelistBrowser
The University of Louisville is excited to host its second annual AgDay football game this week! Thanks to the support of Kentucky Farm Bureau Insurance, this event promises to be a fantastic experience. Our farm members, the Tuckers, recently had a wonderful opportunity to collaborate with the social media team at UofL Athletics. Don’t miss Kate Tucker as she shares insights with Renee and Matt about this incredible experience! Join us in celebrating agriculture and community spirit at AgDay!
Caleb Canter from Aero Ag joins Renee and Matt this week to talk about spray drones, community involvement, and rugby on “Let’s Get Rural”!
Aero Ag: https://www.aeroag.us/
Aero Ag Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AeroAgLLC
Kentucky Farm Bureau’s podcast has a new name: Let’s Get Rural! While the name has changed, our mission remains the same—to share engaging stories and important conversations about Kentucky agriculture and rural living. Each episode will continue to highlight the people, places, and innovations shaping our state’s rural communities. Tune in for interviews with farmers, community leaders, and experts who are passionate about preserving Kentucky’s agricultural heritage and advancing its future. Whether you’re a longtime listener or just discovering us, we’re excited to have you join us on this journey to celebrate all things rural in Kentucky. On today's podcast meet the host!
Learn more about this big change at:
https://www.kyfb.com/federation/lets-get-rural-podcast/
Taylor Thompson joins the podcast again to chat with Tim Thornberry of the Kentucky Farm Bureau News Magazine to look forward to the fall outlook in Kentucky Agriculture.
Learn about the KFB Commodity Program at: https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/commodities/
Cattleman and Market Reporter Carter Goff joins Renee and Matt for a fun conversation about the beef industry and how he navigates the changing markets. His day to day work with the KDA gives him the opportunity to connect with producers from across the state.
To view the latest livestock reports go to: https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/commodities/livestock-reports/
KFB News Editor Tim Thornberry engages in an insightful conversation with this year's Miss Kentucky, Ariana Rodriguez, about her journey through the foster care system. Ariana emphasizes how her new role will shine a spotlight on crucial ways individuals can make a difference in the lives of those in need.
Read Kentucky Farm Bureau News at: https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?m=66493&l=1&view=issuelistBrowser
Curious about the journey of showcasing animals at the Kentucky State Fair? Today, join Renee and Matt as they engage with Evan Cotton and Daniel Laurent, who share their compelling stories from the world of agriculture. Discover how their experiences with raising and showing prize pigs have profoundly influenced their lives and character! Don’t miss this insightful discussion!
Watch the livestream of all of the livestock shows at: ringsidelive.co
Radio: https://www.facebook.com/wpkyonline
Follow Daniels Journey at: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.laurent.durocs