Maps help us navigate the world, and they not only show us how to get from point A to point B, but, depending on the type of map, they can also help us to see where patterns, clusters, and gaps exist in a spatial environment. As part of KCARD’s state-wide Local Food System Expansion Initiative, a series of interactive maps has been developed to visualize the Kentucky local food system. Stay tuned for parts two and three of the series in the next few weeks. We will present a closer look into local food sales in Kentucky and the various industries that make up the local food system.
CBRN Specialist Kristen Kalm is currently interning with Todd County Animal Clinic through the Kentucky AgVets Boots to Agriculture Internship Program. In this post, we sat down with Kristen to ask some questions about herself and how the program has helped her plan for after she exits service.
This month, we spoke with Juan Alejo about his internship with Fox Creek Cattle Company through the Boots to Agriculture Internship. KCARD assists with this internship as part of the Kentucky AgVets Program, which helps veterans and transitioning service members who are interested in agriculture access resources, internships, and educational opportunities.
Please join the AgVets team on March 19th at 10am-4pm at the Robinson Center for Appalachian Resource Sustainability (RCARS) in Jackson, KY for QPR training in the morning, followed by a catered lunch, and a high tunnel workshop in the afternoon.
Chris Chamberlain started Bluegrass Blessings after his retirement from the Air Force. He was kind enough to spend a few minutes with us and share a little bit about his farm and why he is passionate about agriculture.
On July 25, Kentucky AgVets will host the inaugural Kentucky AgVets Field Day at Cedar Creek Beef Company from 1-4 pm EST. Check out the questions and answers below for more information or if you have additional questions, email kpadgett@kcard.info.
Dr. Cindy Finneseth with the Kentucky Horticulture Council (KHC) answered a few questions about her role and the best ways to stay up to date with the Council.
The Kentucky Center for Agriculture and Rural Development is a non-profit organization established to facilitate agricultural and rural businesses in Kentucky. We are supported primarily through grants provided by the USDA Rural Cooperative Development Program and the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board. Additional support is provided through our work with partners around the state and through fees charged for select client services.
