County News

Submitted by Laura Cooper-Green

Grayson County held their Annual Meeting on December 9th. With almost 150 members and guests in attendance, we were entertained by St Paul School's Senior Orchestra, a wonderful meal catered by K's Cafe, and presentations by Dave Maples and Andy Bishop. Warren Beeler received a print for his dedication and hard work that he does for agriculture in Grayson County, and for our Cattlemen's Association. Officers were reelected as follows: Ronald Horn, President; Brian Manion, Vice President; Robbie Hatfield, Treasurer; Mike Green, Asst Treasurer; Laura Cooper Green, Secretary.

Photos by

Clara Bishop

HARDIN COUNTY NEWS

Submitted by Chuck Crutcher

The Hardin County Cattlemen’s Assocation held their 38th annual meeting on December 7. We were privileged to have Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Ryan Quarles as our speaker at this event. Also giving us an update on the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association was KCA President Chris Cooper. Thanks to our sponsors for allowing us to host the event.

Submitted by Tyler Miller

Lincoln County Cattlemen’s Christmas dinner for the officers,directors, and spouses.

Lincoln County Cattlemen’s cooking for Stanford Southern States customer appreciation day/store manager Tom Frith retirement. Lincoln County Cattlemen’s cooking for Lincoln County Farm Bureau Christmas dinner.

METCALFE COUNTY NEWS

Submitted by Moe Hensley

The Metcalfe County Cattlemen held their Christmas Meeting on December 16, 2021 at the Metcalfe County Extension Office. There was a huge crowd on hand. Blue Grass Stockyards of Campbellsville was the sponsor for the night. After the meeting was called to order and minutes read, officers were voted in as well as changes on the Board of Directors. There was discussion on a new ByLaws Committee to overhaul the current By-Laws. There was also a Scholarship Committee named to set criteria for that particular program. After routine business, Eddie Jessie blessed the wonderful meal prepared by the Cooking Crew. After the meal, everyone was reminded about the upcoming hay auction at the Metcalfe County Fairgrounds on January 29,2022. Jim Akers with Blue Grass Stockyards of Campbellsville was the guest speaker of the night. Jim discussed how the market is going and stated he sees a positive trend. The futures look good as of right now. He also said to do your homework and keep an eye on the market. You can go to their website and check it at your convenience. Jim stated that they put out a report 6 days a week to their buyers of what's coming in. If you know you are bringing livestock in, let them know so they can pass it on to the buyers. He also discussed their Value Added Program, BG Beef. Depending on how you want to take your calves to market, there are 3 tag colors to "tell the story" to buyers by just looking at that tag. See your local Blue Grass Barn or Field Rep for more information. There were several more representatives from Campbellsville in attendance for the meeting. Door prizes, donated by very generous businesses and individuals, were given away at the end of the night. We want to thank Blue Grass Stockyards of Campbellsville for sponsoring the meeting and all who donated for door prizes.

The Cooking Crew working hard. They pulled a double this week as they also cooked for a local business for their Customer Appreciation Day.

Jim Akers with Blue Grass Stockyards of Campbellsville addresses the Metcalfe County Cattlemen's Association.