The agriculture industry proved the fact that it is essential during the COVID-19 pandemic.
State agriculture leader Wayne Hunt, who is President of H & R Agripower, says he was thankful Governor Andy Beshear recognized the need to designate agriculture essential at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
click to download audioHunt says consumers likely have a greater appreciation of agriculture following some of the shortages experienced on store shelves.
click to download audioHe says the Kentucky Ag Development Board is helping to improve the ability to process meat in the state.
click to download audioHunt is the only original member of the Kentucky Ag Development Board. He discussed agriculture in the state during a Your Ag Edge National Agriculture Week visit Tuesday at H & R Agripower in Hopkinsville.
