In this episode, Ag Credit visits the Mercer County Fair & Horse Show where Extension Agents and FFA members come together and share their passion for agriculture. You will find that this rural Kentucky County has many individuals who cultivate leadership and advocate for agriculture in their communities.
This episode features the Franklin County Fair. Listen to JR Zinner talk about his experience in serving as a Western Hills Ag Instructor, FFA Advisor, and Fair Board member. We also sit down with the Shaffer family and FFA members to talk about what FFA means to them and the community.
Ag Credit Intern Emily Murphy spoke with some of the people behind the scenes of the Bourbon County Fair and what they love about the week-long event, including Sunshine Day, which provides a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals, families, and children who have sensory sensitivities and disabilities.