There are lots of factors to consider when evaluating where Kentucky agriculture stands today as well as looking into the future. The release of an annual report offers some reflections and predictions.
University of Kentucky Agricultural Economist Will Snell said 2023 signals a bit of a pullback from a good run for Kentucky agriculture the last few years. And the farm economist said there remains cautious optimism about 2024. Snell noted crop and livestock projections are traditionally based on “normal weather conditions”, a challenge he says these days. Snell added genetics in corn and soybeans can help.
