Let's Get Rural Podcast

Brent Gatton, The Chair of the United Soybean Board and afifth-generation grain producer, discusses the role of the board, as well as successes and challenges with the soybean sector.  The USB manages the national soy checkoff program, investing funds to increase profits and opportunities for soybean producers.

Learn more about USB at: https://unitedsoybean.org/

Discover the inspiring story of Scott Porter, the 2025Kentucky Farmer of the Year, in this episode of Let’s Get Rural. Learn how Porter's dedication, innovative farming practices, and commitment to community service earned him this prestigious award from the Kentucky Farm Bureau. Joinus as we highlight the values and achievements that strengthen Kentucky’s farming community, and hear what it takes to make a lasting impact on the agriculture industry.

Learn more about the Porter Family at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lK7mI5Aaqjc

Learn more about the Farmer of the Year award at: https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/commodities/farmer-of-the-year/

Mark Thomas, a multigenerational farmer from Hardin County, Kentucky, began sharing his farm life in innovative ways during the pandemic. This openness has created interesting opportunities for him to become a voice for agriculture on his social media platforms and podcast Dirt to Dollars. Get to know Mark and his engaging perspective on agriculture and rural living.

Dirt to Dollars Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dirt-to-dollars/id1503509514

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thomasfarms?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc

Each year, the Kentucky Farm Bureau honors the top woman farmer in Kentucky. This year, the spotlight shines on Kristan Wright of Henry County! Tune in as Kristan sits down with us to share her inspiring journey in agriculture, both on and off the family farm.

Learn more about women in Kentucky agriculture at: https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/women-in-ag/

What started in a tobacco barn has grown into a major scholarship fundraiser. Join us as Aaron Clark shares the story of how the Fayette County Farm Bureau has hosted a big equipment auction for over 40 years—and how it continues to make a difference in the community!

Learn more about the Fayette County Farm Bureau at:

https://fayettecofarmbureau.com/

Today, we're celebrating the achievements of two outstanding high school students: Clara Belle Bishop of Nelson County and Jeremiah Jury of Owen County. They were just named winners of the Kentucky Farm Bureau 2025 Outstanding Farm Bureau Youth contest at the organization’s 106th Annual Meeting. Clara Belle and Jeremiah join the podcast today to talk about everything that comes with this amazing achievement.

Learn more about KFB's Youth Programs at: https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/youth-development/

Each year, the Kentucky Farm Bureau sends its brightestyoung farmers to compete at the national level. On this episode of Let’s Get Rural, Cody Burke of Franklin County shares his experience and success at the American Farm Bureau Annual Meeting. Tune in to hear Cody’s inspiring journey and what it takes to excel in agriculture today!

Learn more about the Young Farm Program at KFB:

https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/young-farmers/

Ella Fourqurean, the Expositions Sales Manager at KentuckyVenues, joins Let’s Get Rural to discuss managing the National Farm Machinery Show at the Kentucky Expo Center—the nation’s largest indoor farm show. With over 1.2 million square feet filled, attendees can explore top farming equipment, cutting-edge technology, and the latest in agribusiness innovation.

Kentucky Farm Bureau Commodity Marketing Specialist Taylor Thompson joins the podcast this week to talk aboutthe issues farmers are facing this year as they prepare for planting season. 

Learn more about the work of the KFB Commodity Division at:

https://www.kyfb.com/federation/programs/commodities/

Tune in to our latest episode as we sit down with Dr. Kristie Guffey, professor of Agriscience and graduate coordinator at the Hutson School of Agriculture at Murray State University. Growing up on a beef cattle and tobacco farm in Kentucky and active in the FFA, Dr. Guffey brings a lifetime of agricultural experience to the table. Hear her journey from high school ag teacher and FFA advisor in Carlisle County, through her years at WKU-Glasgow, to leading the Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Facility and now shaping the next generation at Murray State. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about leadership, education, and the future of agriculture!