The 60th National Farm Machinery Show concluded in Louisville, with United States Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden attending the event. The show featured a focus on the strength and innovation of American agriculture, as well as the contributions of Kentucky farmers.
The event underscored the importance of Kentucky’s agricultural sector and its impact at both state and national levels. The Kentucky Department of Agriculture promotes and enhances the state’s agricultural sector through marketing and development programs, according to the official website. The department also supports agricultural economic development and policy implementation to benefit producers.
“We were honored to welcome United States Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden to Kentucky and the National Farm Machinery Show, where he joined us in celebrating the strength and innovation of American agriculture. His visit highlighted the importance of Kentucky farmers and the impact of this nationally recognized event,” the Kentucky Department of Agriculture said on Facebook.
The department’s Raising Hope team participated in the show, sharing resources focused on farm health, safety, and rescue. The Kentucky Department of Agriculture fosters agritourism, farmers markets, and farm safety through initiatives like Raising Hope, according to its official website.
Jonathan Shell serves as commissioner for the department while operating a multigenerational family farm, according to its official website. The department operates across the state to support producers and promote local agricultural goods.
“We are proud to showcase the leadership and progress driving agriculture forward in Kentucky,” the department said.
