Kentucky Agricultural Leadership Program

05/19/2026

Class 15 spent Seminar 3 in Louisville exploring social license to operate and civil discourse through conversations with agricultural leaders, policymakers, and community partners. Thank you to everyone who shared their time, perspectives, and leadership with the class! Read more about the visits here:

Class 15 - Seminar 3 Reflection Class 15 - Seminar Reflection LouisvilleApril 28-30, 2026 Conceptual Focus: Civil Discourse Civil Discourse is the practice of deliberating about matters of public concern in a way that seeks to expand knowledge and promote understanding. The word “civil” doesn’...

05/06/2026

Please join us in congratulating Class 9 Alum, Brenda Paul, on her appointment to the Farm Credit Mid-America Board of Directors. She replaces John Kuegel, Jr., of Class 4, who was elected to the AgriBank Board of Directors earlier this year. Paul joins Todd Clark and Laura Knoth, both of Class 5, on the Board.

Brenda Paul has been appointed to the Farm Credit Mid-America Board of Directors to succeed John Kuegel, Jr.

05/06/2026

04/30/2026

It was a gooo-od visit

04/30/2026

Thank you so much for joining us and sharing your wisdom!

04/30/2026

Wrapping our Louisville seminar today, as the city prepares for the Kentucky Derby. Kentucky Farm Bureau graciously hosted us to talk about grassroots efforts at the county level, policy updates, and a debrief of what we have experienced this week.

04/30/2026

Thank you to Shelby county and Simpsonville for hosting us to discuss local leadership. We were hosted by Judge Executive Dan Ison, Mayor Ronnie Sowder, and KALP graduate Pat Hargadon. Excellent advice and discussion!

04/30/2026

We have eaten incredibly well in Louisville. Some area alumni joined us at CURED Restaurant and Salumeria, owned by Class 14 graduate Elaisy Lapinet and her husband Alvio. Phenomenal food and wonderful company!

04/30/2026

Class 15 was treated to an amazing tour at F B Purnell Sausage. Leadership development means “learning how the sausage gets made” - this time, literally!

04/29/2026

Thank you SO much for having us!