The Gate to Plate program educated high school agriculture educators on beef cattle production from start to finish.
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Kentucky cattle producers and industry representatives joined Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell Monday as he signed a proclamation commemorating the month of May as Kentucky Beef Month.
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University of Kentucky (UK) College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Extension Professor Kenny Burdine said many factors have caused the decline in the number of cattle here and throughout the country.
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In honor of National Agriculture Week, local McDonald’s franchisees, Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles, and local suppliers gathered Wednesday at a Frankfort McDonald’s restaurant to recognize the quality Kentucky ingredients that end up on McDonald’s menu.
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Kentucky cattle producers joined Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Ryan Quarles Tuesday as he signed a proclamation commemorating the month of May as Kentucky Beef Month.
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The beef community has a long-standing commitment to caring for their animals and providing families with the safest, highest-quality beef possible. Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is a program that trains farmers and ranchers on best practice cattle management techniques to ensure their animals and the environment are cared for within a standard set of guidelines across the U.S. beef industry.
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During the month of May, farmers and ranchers across the United States celebrate National Beef Month. A time to highlight the beef industry and the people who make it great.
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Kentucky beef cattle producers have reason to be proud. The Bluegrass State
is the largest beef cattle producing state east of the Mississippi. Kentucky ranks 8th nationally in beef cattle production, and cattle and calves rank 4th among Kentucky commodities for cash receipts, topping the $830 million mark.
The winters in Kentucky can be extreme and bring many challenges for farmers who raise livestock. We asked our contributors to respond to the following question: How are you caring for your animals to ensure their comfort?
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It is sustainable agriculture that brings together two of Kentucky’s top industries: bourbon and cattle.
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