Louisville Agricultural Club

07/02/2026

What is going on??

06/30/2026

Wonderful profile on a local farm!

06/29/2026

06/29/2026

As part of UK’s Enterprise Services Partnership, UK and Compass Group, the university’s preferred partner, will launch a group purchasing organization (GPO) designed to increase access to Kentucky-grown products while creating more predictable markets for farmers.

“This is about putting Kentucky first and using the scale we have at the university level to support the entire Commonwealth,” said UK President Eli Capilouto. “We are creating a system where we can be a good partner to our farmers, our local organizations and our communities to help them grow.”

As part of UK’s Enterprise Services Partnership, UK and Compass Group, the university’s preferred partner, will launch a group purchasing organization (GPO) designed to increase access to Kentucky-grown products while creating more predictable markets for farmers.

06/18/2026

Join us for the Third Annual Commissioner's Farm to Fork Benefit Dinner on August 19 at the Kentucky State Fair! 🌾🍽️

Enjoy an evening featuring Kentucky Proud food while supporting CASA and creating opportunities for Kentucky's youth. We look forward to celebrating Kentucky agriculture and making a difference together.

Purchase your tickets today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-commissioners-farm-to-fork-benefit-dinner-tickets-1991221136020?aff=oddtdtcreator

06/11/2026

Interested in the USDA Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) grant opportunity?

Join KCARD on June 11 at 6:30 PM ET for a webinar covering program details, eligibility, and application considerations!

Register here ➡️ https://tinyurl.com/MPPEPwebinar

06/11/2026

🇺🇸 America’s 250th birthday is almost here, and we’re kicking off the celebration at Blackacre! 🇺🇸

Join us this Sunday, June 14th, for a special Flag Day experience featuring historic house tours, Revolutionary War history, and a fascinating display of American flags through the ages.

Meet members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution, explore our nation’s story, and say hello to Blackacre’s newest little patriots, baby goats Liberty and Belle!❤️🐐

More details at VisitBlackacre.org
Flag Day Historic House Tour Celebration

06/10/2026

This past Friday, our KALA class explored the impact of international agricultural trade on Kentucky's economy. Participants heard from Jonathan Van Balen, Import/Export Advisor with the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Heidi Phelps with CBG Grain, and Dennis Stephens, VP of Operations with Monty's Plant Food, who shared their expertise and perspectives on global markets and trade opportunities for Kentucky agriculture.

Thank you to everyone who attended our June Luncheon! We also had the pleasure of hearing from Tim Hughes, who shared stories and insights from his travels around the world, highlighting the diverse cultures and agricultural practices he has encountered throughout his journey.

A special thank you to the Kentucky Corn Growers for sponsoring this month's meeting!

06/09/2026

Congratulations, Ms. Kidwell, the Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts - KACD Teacher of the Year!

The District is so proud to announce Mrs. Jenny Kidwell, STEM teacher at Taylorsville Elementary School, has been chosen as 2026 Kentucky Association of Conservation Districts - KACD Teacher of the Year. Mrs. Kidwell will be honored at the KACD Convention on July 28, 2026 at the Crowne Plaza in Louisville, Kentucky.
A key partnership was with the Spencer County Conservation District, which awarded a grant to support soil-based learning in the classroom. Through this grant, several specialized kits were obtained that significantly enhanced students’ understanding of soil science and conservation. One of these was a classroom composting kit, which allowed students to build and maintain their own composter using potting soil and selected organic materials. Students observed decomposition up close through magnified viewing windows and participated in different activities that explored topics such as which materials decompose most effectively, the role of organisms in decomposition, the difference between dirt and soil, and the characteristics of healthy soil. This hands-on experience helped students directly connect abstract concepts to real-world environmental processes.
Another resource provided through this partnership was the Dirt Lab Kit, which immersed students in the physical properties and composition of soil. Through collaborative, inquiry-based activities, students used their senses to explore soil and engaged in creative simulations such as building like a beaver, tunneling like an ant, or burrowing like a crayfish. These activities helped students understand how living organisms interact with soil and how humans have learned from nature to design and build. The kit supported cross-curricular learning, encouraging students to experiment, engineer, and problem-solve while deepening their understanding of natural systems.
The Topsoil Tour kit further extended student learning by introducing more advanced soil testing and conservation practices. After completing a soil conservation unit, students conducted their own scientific investigations, testing soil samples for texture, pH, and essential nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium using testing tablets. This experience allowed students to take on the role of scientists, analyzing soil health and understanding its importance for plant growth and environmental sustainability.

06/07/2026

Congratulations to our 2026-2027 scholarship winners: Seth Monroe (Spencer Co), Kendall Slaughter (Spencer Co) and Case Sherrill (Oldham Co). All three will be attending the UK Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment this fall. Case couldn’t join us on Friday because he was finishing his term as Kentucky 4-H state president. We wish these young agriculturalists all the best as they begin their next chapter of education.