Kentucky Agricultural Leadership Program

Class 15 spent Seminar 3 in Louisville exploring social license to operate and civil discourse through conversations with agricultural leaders, policymakers, and community partners. Thank you to everyone who shared their time, perspectives, and leadership with the class! Read more about the visits here:

Class 15 - Seminar 3 Reflection | Kentucky Agricultural Leadership Program Class 15 - Seminar 3 Reflection Class 15 - Seminar Reflection LouisvilleApril 28-30, 2026 Conceptual Focus: Civil Discourse Civil Discourse is the practice of deliberating about matters of public concern in a way that seeks to expand knowledge and promote understanding. The word “civil” doesn’...

Please join us in congratulating Class 9 Alum, Brenda Paul, on her appointment to the Farm Credit Mid-America Board of Directors. She replaces John Kuegel, Jr., of Class 4, who was elected to the AgriBank Board of Directors earlier this year. Paul joins Todd Clark and Laura Knoth, both of Class 5, on the Board.

Farm Credit Mid-America’s Board of Directors Appoints Brenda Paul to Open Seat Brenda Paul has been appointed to the Farm Credit Mid-America Board of Directors to succeed John Kuegel, Jr.

Thank you so much for joining us and sharing your wisdom!

Wrapping our Louisville seminar today, as the city prepares for the Kentucky Derby. Kentucky Farm Bureau graciously hosted us to talk about grassroots efforts at the county level, policy updates, and a debrief of what we have experienced this week.

Thank you to Shelby county and Simpsonville for hosting us to discuss local leadership. We were hosted by Judge Executive Dan Ison, Mayor Ronnie Sowder, and KALP graduate Pat Hargadon. Excellent advice and discussion!

We have eaten incredibly well in Louisville. Some area alumni joined us at CURED Restaurant and Salumeria, owned by Class 14 graduate Elaisy Lapinet and her husband Alvio. Phenomenal food and wonderful company!