Hopkins County Extension Reminds Farmers About Ag Tornado Assistance

Farmers in Western Kentucky have plenty of resources available if their farms suffered damages during the December 10 and 11 tornadoes that impacted the region.

Hopkins County Extension Agent for Agriculture Jay Stone says farmers don’t need to overlook the resources that are available to them.

click to download audioStone says the process begins by contacting the county agriculture extension where farmers reside or have a farm they own or lease.

click to download audioHe adds there are a number of supplies and resources available to help farmers.

click to download audioThe Kentucky Department of Agriculture has established a fund to provide assistance to farmers.