Construction and accreditation of the new Murray State University College of Veterinary Medicine is well-underway. Founding Dean Dr. Laura Hoffman talks about the accreditation process and provides an update on the construction of the building and when students will likely be on campus.

Kentucky Soybean Board County Agent Representative Matt Futtrell says a recent trip to a research facility in Ohio was an eye-opening experience for board members. Futtrell talked about some of the products the lab is experimenting with and how that will impact consumers.

Agro-Liquid CEO Nick Bancroft says a new manufacturing facility in Lake City, Florida, will provide a faster and more efficient supply of products to Kentucky farmers. Bancroft talks about the manufacturing facility, products that will be made their, and how that will impact their supply chain.

The launch of the agriculture degree program at Campbellsville University is being supported by Taylor County Farm Bureau, Green River Meats, Farm Credit Mid-America, and Rural First. Taylor County Farm Bureau Agency Manager Darrin Price, Randy Smoot with Green River Meats, Farm Credit Mid-America Regional Vice-President Jennifer Ferris, and John Steel with Rural First talked about their partnership and the importance of agriculture.

Campbellsville University launched the new agriculture degree program during a special celebration August 4, 2026. A host of local and state officials were on hand for the event to talk about the importance of agriculture education.

Kentucky Farm Bureau awarded more than $900,000 in scholarships to Kentucky seniors this year. Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Matt Ingram talks about the scholarships that were awarded, some state scholarships, county level scholarships, and what they will be used for.

Kentucky Soybean Association President Jonathon Reynolds says trade continues to be a major topic on the minds of soybean farmers. Reynolds talks about the importance of trade with China and the need to continue the US, Mexico, Canada Trade Agreement.

Kentucky Corngrowers President Micah Lester says year-round e-15 was a major topic of conversation during the recent Corn Congress that took place in Washington, DC. Lester talks about their visits with members of Congress and what the expansion of e-15 availability will mean for Kentucky Corn farmers.

Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell says there is some optimism in the agriculture community with a good growing season underway. Commissioner Shell talks about what he is hearing from farmers as he travels across the state.

Kentucky Commissioner of Agriculture Jonathan Shell is saluting the life and dedication of Kentucky Farm Safety and Raising Hope Director Dale Dobson who passed away July 27. Commissioner Shell talked about Dobson’s commitment to farm safety and mental in Kentucky and across the country.