Agricultural Development Board approves funding for agriculture projects across the state – WBKO
Agricultural Development Board approves funding for agriculture projects across the state WBKO
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Kentucky Agricultural Development Board Approves Funding for Agricultural Diversification and Rural Development Projects
FRANKFORT, Ky. (WBKO) – The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board has approved a total of $7,823,767 in funding for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the state.
“By creating new opportunities for agricultural producers across the state, we are building a stronger economy,” said Commissioner of Agriculture and Kentucky Agricultural Development Board Chair Jonathan Shell in a release. “The projects approved by the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board are key steps toward opening those pathways and securing a better future for Kentucky.”
County and State-Funded Projects
- Cowan Community Action Group, Inc. was approved up to $251,000 in state and Letcher County funds to build a farmers’ market pavilion.
- Hopkins County Farm Bureau approved up to $2,200 in Hopkins County funds to purchase grain rescue equipment for local EMS to utilize in case of a grain entrapment accident.
- Kentucky Beef Network, LLC was approved up to $2,316,516 in state funds to continue providing programs to cattle producers that will enhance their net returns through increased marketing opportunities, data management, education, and comprehensive farm management systems.
- Kentucky Dairy Development Council, Inc. was approved up to $1,291,560 in state funds to continue educating, representing, and promoting Kentucky’s dairy producers and industry.
- Kentucky Department of Agriculture was approved for up to $3,189,000 in state funds to fund the Kentucky Proud Program.
- Spencer County Fiscal Court was approved for up to $250,000 in state funds and $50,000 in Spencer County funds for the construction of a farmers’ market.
- The University of Kentucky Research Foundation was approved for up to $44,823 in state funds to update the Beef Systems Analyzer software.
- Woodford County Board of Education was approved for up to $40,000 in Woodford County funds to construct a new livestock education barn.
County Agricultural Incentive Program (CAIP)
The County Agricultural Incentive Program (CAIP) provides cost-share assistance to Kentucky agricultural producers, allowing them to improve and diversify their current farm operations. CAIP covers a wide range of agricultural enterprises in its 11 investment areas, including beef and dairy cattle, farm infrastructure, fencing, water enhancement, equine, forage, goats and sheep, horticulture, poultry, swine, bees and honey, timber and technology, energy efficiency and production, marketing, and value-added production.
The board approved six CAIPs in the following counties, totaling $361,668:
- Adair County: $14,939
- Crittenden County: $30,000
- Harlan County: $89,727
- Jessamine County: $100,000
- Leslie County: $52,002
- Taylor County: $75,000
Deceased Farm Animal Removal (DAR)
The Deceased Farm Animal Removal (DAR) Program facilitates the environmentally sound and cost-effective disposal of deceased livestock for Kentucky producers.
The board approved one DAR in the following county:
- Oldham County: $5,000
Shared-Use Equipment Program
The Shared-Use Equipment Program assists broad-based community organizations in purchasing farm equipment. The equipment purchased is made available for producer use in a specific county on a leased basis.
The board approved one Shared-Use Equipment program in Rockcastle County for $17,000.
Youth Agricultural Incentives Program (YAIP)
The Youth Agricultural Incentives Program (YAIP) aims to encourage youth to engage in and explore agricultural opportunities.
The board approved one YAIP in Harlan County for $5,000.
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SDGs, Targets, and Indicators in the Article
1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?
- SDG 1: No Poverty
- SDG 2: Zero Hunger
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 15: Life on Land
2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?
- SDG 1.5: By 2030, build the resilience of the poor and those in vulnerable situations and reduce their exposure and vulnerability to climate-related extreme events and other economic, social, and environmental shocks and disasters.
- SDG 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets, and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment.
- SDG 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services.
- SDG 9.1: Develop quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all.
- SDG 11.4: Strengthen efforts to protect and safeguard the world’s cultural and natural heritage.
- SDG 12.2: By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources.
- SDG 15.9: By 2020, integrate ecosystem and biodiversity values into national and local planning, development processes, poverty reduction strategies, and accounts.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
- Number of agricultural diversification and rural development projects funded
- Amount of funds allocated to specific projects
- Number of farmers’ market pavilions built
- Amount of funds allocated for grain rescue equipment
- Amount of funds allocated for cattle producer programs
- Amount of funds allocated for dairy producer education
- Amount of funds allocated for the Kentucky Proud Program
- Amount of funds allocated for livestock education barn construction
- Number of approved County Agricultural Incentive Programs (CAIPs)
- Amount of funds allocated for CAIPs in different counties
- Number of approved Deceased Farm Animal Removal (DAR) programs
- Amount of funds allocated for DAR in different counties
- Number of approved Shared-Use Equipment Programs
- Amount of funds allocated for Shared-Use Equipment Programs
- Number of approved Youth Agricultural Incentives Programs (YAIPs)
- Amount of funds allocated for YAIPs in different counties
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 1: No Poverty | SDG 1.5: By 2030, build the resilience of the poor and those in vulnerable situations and reduce their exposure and vulnerability to climate-related extreme events and other economic, social, and environmental shocks and disasters. | Number of agricultural diversification and rural development projects funded |
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | SDG 2.3: By 2030, double the agricultural productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, in particular women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, pastoralists, and fishers, including through secure and equal access to land, other productive resources and inputs, knowledge, financial services, markets, and opportunities for value addition and non-farm employment. | Amount of funds allocated for cattle producer programs |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | SDG 8.3: Promote development-oriented policies that support productive activities, decent job creation, entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation, and encourage the formalization and growth of micro-, small- and medium-sized enterprises, including through access to financial services. | Amount of funds allocated for grain rescue equipment |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | SDG 9.1: Develop quality, reliable, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all. | Number of farmers’ market pavilions built |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | SDG 11.4: Strengthen efforts to protect and safeguard the world’s cultural and natural heritage. | Amount of funds allocated for the construction of farmers’ markets |
| SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production | SDG 12.2: By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources. | Amount of funds allocated for the Kentucky Proud Program |
| SDG 15: Life on Land | SDG 15.9: By 2020, integrate ecosystem and biodiversity values into national and local planning, development processes, poverty reduction strategies, and accounts. | Amount of funds allocated for livestock education barn construction |
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