KY Agricultural Development Board approves more than $2.1 million
KY Agricultural Development Board approves more than $2.1 million The Lane Report
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Kentucky Agricultural Development Board Approves Funding for Agricultural Diversification and Rural Development Projects
FRANKFORT, Ky. — At its monthly board meeting, the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board approved $2,130,880 for agricultural diversification and rural development projects across the commonwealth.
Commissioner of Agriculture and board chair Jonathan Shell stated, “The Kentucky Agricultural Development Board’s attention to a diverse set of projects and programs sets a high standard for Kentucky’s agricultural future. With the board’s focus and the innovative plans from some of Kentucky’s top producers, Kentucky agriculture is headed in the right direction.”
County and State Funded Projects
- Chaney’s Dairy Barn was approved for a $250,000 participation loan and a cost-reimbursement grant in matching multi-county funds with state funds, not to exceed $50,000 in state funds. This project will support the construction of its existing facility.
- The Farmstand was approved up to $7,554 in Carroll County funds to construct a storefront for local homegrown products.
- University of Kentucky, KY Agricultural Leadership Program was approved up to $500,000 in state funds to develop alumni programming and enhance leadership development for past and future participants.
State Program
Food Safety and Efficiency Incentives Program
Food Safety and Efficiency Incentives Program funds Kentucky farm families, businesses, and processors to increase their efficiency and food safety protocol through sound consultation services.
Three Food Safety and Efficiency Incentives Programs were approved by the board totaling $11,250:
- Hardin ($3,750)
- Jefferson ($3,750)
- Metcalfe ($3,750)
County Programs
County Agricultural Investment Program (CAIP)
CAIP provides Kentucky agricultural producers with cost-share assistance on practices to allow them to improve and diversify their current farm operations. CAIP covers a wide variety of agricultural enterprises in its 11 investment areas, including, but not limited to, beef and dairy cattle; farm infrastructure, fencing, and water enhancement; equine; forage; goats and sheep; horticulture; poultry; swine; bees and honey; timber and technology, as well as energy efficiency and production; marketing; and value-added production.
The board approved seven CAIPs in the following counties totaling $1,298,035:
- Bracken ($332,500)
- Breckinridge ($300,000)
- Cumberland ($25,208)*
- Daviess ($82,330)*
- Garrard ($265,000)
- Fayette ($215,000)
- Simpson ($77,997)
Deceased Farm Animal Removal (DAR)
The Deceased Farm Animal Removal Program serves as a measure to facilitate the coordination of environmentally sound and cost-effective disposal of deceased livestock for Kentucky producers.
A DAR Program was approved in Garrard County, totaling $2,500.
Shared-Use Equipment Program
The Shared-Use Equipment Program assists broad-based community organizations with the purchase of farm equipment. The equipment purchased is made available for producer use in a specific county on a leased basis.
Two Shared-Use Equipment Programs were approved by the board totaling $25,541:
- Daviess ($13,053)
- Jackson ($12,488)
Youth Agricultural Incentives Program (YAIP)
YAIP encourages youth to engage in and explore agricultural opportunities.
Three YAIPs were approved by the board totaling $36,000:
- Bracken ($20,000)
- Carroll ($15,000)
- Kenton ($1,000)
All application periods and deadlines for CAIP and YAIP will be advertised locally.
*Existing programs receiving additional funding.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals
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 9.3: Increase the access of small-scale industrial and other enterprises, in particular in developing countries, to financial services, including affordable credit, and their integration into value chains and markets.
- SDG 12.2: By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources.
- SDG 17.16: Enhance the global partnership for sustainable development, complemented by multi-stakeholder partnerships that mobilize and share knowledge, expertise, technology, and financial resources, to support the achievement of the sustainable development goals in all countries, in particular developing countries.
3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?
Yes, there are indicators mentioned in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets. These include:
- Amount of funds approved for agricultural diversification and rural development projects
- Number of projects and programs approved
- Amount of funds allocated to specific projects
- Number of counties and state programs funded
- Number of Food Safety and Efficiency Incentives Programs approved
- Number of County Agricultural Investment Programs (CAIPs) approved
- Amount of funds allocated to CAIPs in specific counties
- Number of Deceased Farm Animal Removal (DAR) Programs approved
- Number of Shared-Use Equipment Programs approved
- Number of Youth Agricultural Incentives Programs (YAIPs) approved
- Amount of funds allocated to YAIPs in specific counties
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 1: No Poverty | Target 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. | – Amount of funds approved for agricultural diversification and rural development projects – Number of projects and programs approved |
| SDG 2: Zero Hunger | Target 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 approved for agricultural diversification and rural development projects – Number of projects and programs approved |
| SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth | Target 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 approved for agricultural diversification and rural development projects – Number of projects and programs approved |
| SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure | Target 9.3: Increase the access of small-scale industrial and other enterprises, in particular in developing countries, to financial services, including affordable credit, and their integration into value chains and markets. | – Amount of funds approved for agricultural diversification and rural development projects – Number of projects and programs approved |
| SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production | Target 12.2: By 2030, achieve the sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources. | – Amount of funds approved for agricultural diversification and rural development projects – Number of projects and programs approved |
| SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals | Target 17.16: Enhance the global partnership for sustainable development, complemented by multi-stakeholder partnerships that mobilize and share knowledge, expertise, technology, and financial resources, to support the achievement of the sustainable development goals in all countries, in particular developing countries. | – Amount of funds approved for agricultural diversification and rural development projects – Number of projects and programs approved |
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