The Hopkinsville and Christian County FFA and Christian County 4-H clubs are encouraging farmers and community members to purchase a Kentucky Ag Tag when renewing farm vehicle or other licenses.
In 2020 there 3,136 Kentucky Ag Tags sold in Christian County, with 1,249 of the Ag Tags including a $10 ag tag donation. The ag tags sold in Christian County raised $12,500, with Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles saying the money is divided three ways between Kentucky Proud, Kentucky 4-H, and Kentucky FFA.
click to download audioThat means the Christian County FFA and 4-H organizations splitting $2083. Quarles says that money goes to help local clubs help members.
click to download audioCommissioner Quarles adds 1/3 of the funds that go to Kentucky Proud often times make it back to the local community.
click to download audioAlthough Kentucky Ag Tags are renewed during the month of March, Quarles says anyone can purchase an ag tag when they renew their vehicle licenses at the county clerks office.
