Congratulations to Kentucky Ag Commissioner Jonathan Shell on joining the America First Policy Institute AMERICA FIRST AG COUNCIL. He’ll be working with ag leaders across 🇺🇸to protect rural communities, secure our food supply, & keep American ag strong.

🚨 Kentucky Proud vendors: Are you ready to grow your brand and reach new markets? The KY Proud Vendor Expo is your opportunity to connect with retailers, showcase your products, and take your business to the next level. Register now: bit.ly/2025KYPVendorE… #kyproud

D. Wayne Lukas was more than a legendary trainer — he was a true pioneer and a mentor to so many in the sport. His passion and relentless drive pushed horse racing to new heights. We mourn his loss and honor the incredible legacy he leaves behind.

Happy New Year

Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at growing my pumpkin for the giant pumpkin contest at the Kentucky State Fair! It takes a lot of care (and a little luck) to grow a pumpkin that tips the scales at several hundred pounds — can’t wait to see how it stacks up in August. See you at

Want to participate as a vendor at the Great American Farmers Market on the National Mall? We're looking for farmers, ranchers, and producers from all 50 states who want to sell what they grow, raise or produce on their farm! Apply by Sunday, July 13 @ 11:59PM ET ➡️

.American Farm Bureau applauds the House & Senate for passing legislation that will bring certainty to farmers & ranchers. Modernizing farm safety net programs & making permanent critical tax provisions could be the difference between staying in business or shutting down the family farm.

Tomorrow, Americans from sea to shining sea will celebrate our nation’s 249th anniversary in the most American way possible — parades, fireworks, AND the largest tax cut in history!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 NOT TIRED OF WINNING!

Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Fourth of July! Today we celebrate the freedoms we hold dear and the people—especially our farmers—who help keep this country strong. Happy Independence Day, Kentucky!

Proud to lead a letter to @Secrollins with 11 other state departments of agriculture in support of her National Farm Security Action Plan. kyagr.com/Ky-agriculture…

🚨Big news for ag producers! Secretary Brooke Rollins has announced disaster assistance through the Supplemental Disaster Relief Program (SDRP) for eligible 2023 & 2024 crop losses due to natural disasters. To expedite the implementation of SDRP, Farm Service Agency is delivering assistance in two

Jonathan Shell and eleven other state agriculture leaders signed a America First Policy Institute Agriculture Commissioners and Secretaries Council letter supporting the Dept. of Agriculture National Farm Security Action Plan. Because farm security is national security! 🚨🚜 Check it out here: kyagr.com/ky-agnews/docu…

Progress is being made with the giant pumpkin! 🎃

Proud of our #KOAP Staff and Boards! Moving Kentucky Agriculture Forward with Strategic Investments! The Kentucky Agricultural Finance Corp. #KAFC approved 16 agricultural loans totaling $3,123,625 for projects across the Commonwealth at its monthly board meeting. KY Dept of Ag

This is so beautiful!!

Great week! Appreciate spending time w Kentucky Farm Bureau Federation State Board, the opp to present b4 the Bud. Sub. on Gen. Gov. updating on KY Dept of Ag budgetary requests for #KYGA26 & #KADB approved more than $3.4 million for projects across the Commonwealth! #KOAP interns did awesome presenting!

Big deal for Beef! Another win, let’s keep winning! KY Cattlemen's

We can’t wait too Luke J. Lindberg, we’re excited!!

ONE WEEK until history is made on the National Mall! 🇺🇸   The first ever Great American Farmers Market launches August 3th, celebrating 250 years of Liberty & Agriculture with 50+ vendors from across the country - each day with a unique theme! 👨‍🌾8/3: America Grows 🥗8/4: MAHA

Tremendous turnout tonight for the Louisville Metro Republican Caucus event. As I said during my remarks, I honestly believe that Louisville will be the first major city in America to flip from blue to red 🇺🇸 🇺🇸 🇺🇸.