We Are Kentucky Ag |
Connect with your colleagues and make a positive change for Kentucky agriculture.If you are interested in joining, please contact us at |
The Kentucky Agricultural Council grows connections among agricultural organizations and businesses across the Commonwealth. KAC brings value through networking, leading strategic discussions, and building collaborative relationships between farm, food, fuel, and fiber groups. This work includes:
KAC’s 50+ members include non-profit organizations, trade associations, commodity groups, state and federal agencies, and institutions of higher education. We welcome all organizations and businesses interested in the advancement and development of Kentucky agriculture.
Are you ready to effect change for the future Kentucky agriculture? Would you like to learn from other leaders focused on the future of farm, food, fuel, and fiber? Do you feel strongly about collaborating with a variety of organizations to challenge your thinking? You are invited to join KAC – we meet in February, June, August, and November. Become a member today to start growing your connections!
Our Initiatives and Partnerships |
KAC orchestrated a strategic roadmap for Kentucky agriculture, developed by more than 300 leaders throughout 2024. | KAC supports the continued development of kyfoodandfarm.info, an agriculture resource website for students and the public. | KyAgWorks.org is a resource website dedicated to connecting youth and job seekers to agriculture careers and education. | The Agriculture Literacy Network provides resources and professional development to those who help educate about Kentucky agriculture. |
KAC Member Meetings
Ag Community Events Calendar
If you want to add an event to our calendar, please email kyagcouncil@gmail.com. | Latest KAC News
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Executive Committee Chair - Tony Brannon, WAVE River Counties Ag Initiative Vice Chair - Niki Ellis, Ky Pork Producers Treasurer - Tod Griffin, Agribusiness Association of Kentucky Executive Secretary - Jennifer Elwell, Ky Agriculture and Environment in the Classroom Past Chair - Drew Graham, Ky Farm Bureau | Member Directors Laura Knoth, Ky Corn Growers Assn Nikki Whitaker, Ky Cattlemen's Assn Mark Barker, Farm Credit Mid-America Joe Cain, Burley and Dark-Fair Tobacco Growers Assn Sarah Coleman, Ky Horse Council | Ex-Officio Directors Dr. Nancy Cox, University of Kentucky Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Warren Beeler, Kentucky Department of Agriculture |