The Kentucky Department of Agriculture announced that Kentucky ranks sixth in the nation for goat inventory, with more than 3,500 farmers raising goats across the Commonwealth. The announcement highlights that goats contribute over $3.6 million to Kentucky agriculture through milk, meat, and land management.
Deputy Commissioner Warren Beeler signed an official proclamation recognizing Goat Month in Kentucky. The department also reported that staff participated in a friendly goat showmanship competition as part of the celebration. “Happy Goat Month, Kentucky!” the department said.
The Kentucky Department of Agriculture operates as a state agency within Kentucky’s executive branch and uses facilities in Frankfort for administrative and operational functions, according to the official website. The department provides resources and programs across all counties in Kentucky and obtains funding through grants for county fairs and agricultural projects, according to the official website.
The department celebrates agricultural education and recognizes contributions during designated months as part of its efforts to enhance Kentucky’s agricultural economy through strategic partnerships and planning, according to the official website.
More information about Goat Month and related activities can be found on the organization’s press release.
