Jennifer Billings, Juners Homestead, Maysville, KY by: Carrie Taylor, Adult Agriculture Instructor, Maysville Community & Technical College If anyone has ever taken a plant-based class with me, they understand my passion to achieve the healthiest soil possible. As a MCTC Adult Agriculture Instructor, I assess many natural resources through farm-based visits and educational classes, and soil is one of many critical sources for any successful land-based project. Soil affe

COLUMBUS, KY — August 2026 — The WAVE – West Kentucky Alliance for a Vibrant Economy – Ag Initiative celebrated a successful WAVE Ag Day on July 30 at Columbus-Belmont State Park, bringing together more than 200 farmers, agricultural leaders, industry professionals, students, families, vendors and community members from across the four-county region. WAVE Ag Day continues to serve as a signature event focused on celebrating agriculture, strengthening relationships within the

The farming landscape of Christian County looked very different 50 years ago when the Kentucky Young Farmer Association hosted the first Summer Tour in 1976. However the county's agriculture industry proved to be innovative and inspiring as KY YFA visited again for this year's Summer Tour. Over 100 YFA members attended the 50th Annual Summer Tour to visit a wide array of agribusinesses, fellowship, and host the annual business meeting. Friday morning highlighted Christian Cou

Believe it or not, retirement is not new for Jeff Futrell, Marshall and Livingston County YFA Advisor. As of June 30, 2026, Jeff retired, again, as an Adult Ag Instructor. Jeff has made a huge impact in his community, and the Adult Ag Program is grateful to have had his expertise and support for the past several years. Born into a farming family in Land Between the Lakes in 1961, Jeff's family found a new home in the Fairdealing/Olive community due to relocation orders when