Bourbon County is home to 1,552 farmers on 846 farms. This page is dedicated to highlighting our local farmers and their diverse enterprises.
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It's easy! Email bourboncofb@gmail.com or Kate.Ott@kyfb.com to request a sign up form. Once you fill out this short form and send it in, along with photos of your farming operation, we will add you to our page, along with a social media feature and receive a FREE yard sign.
Buy Local & Agritourism Farming Operations
“I enjoy creating, and consider our farm to be a diverse and complicated creative pursuit - similar in many ways to the parks that I designed as a landscape architect. I enjoy the changing of the seasons and the land changing from one crop to another - from pumpkins to bare ground, then to a golden field of sunflowers and so on. The farm is certainly hard work but the satisfaction from seeing groups of people enjoy themselves on our farm makes it worth it.”
Justin grew up on a farm in Florence, Kentucky operated by his grandfather and uncle that raised beef cattle, hay and row crops. He always wanted his own farm and started seriously thinking about getting into agritourism late in college. He and his wife, Susie bought their North Middletown property in early 2021 and immediately began getting ready to open in the fall of 2022. Since then, Middle Springs Farm has become an agri-tourism hub offering a variety of seasonal fun, including Daffodil Days, Poppy Festival, Fireflies & S’mores, Fall Farm Fun, along with flower fields and a petting zoo.
“Agriculture isn’t just for people with acres of land, it’s for everyone. Whether you’re growing in a backyard, on a balcony, or in a basement with hydroponics, you have the power to grow your own food. Supporting local farms helps strengthen our communities, improve food access, and reconnect us to what nourishes us.”
Amber started Take Root Greens as a personal healing journey, which grew into a mission to teach others how to grow their own food. She uses both hydroponic and soil methods to grow year-round, right here in the city of Paris. Her goal is to empower others through accessible growing, education, and fresh, local food.
You can purchase Amber’s leafy greens and herbs, fresh cut bundles, starter plants and potted herb plants at the Paris-Bourbon County Farmers Market or pre-order for local pickup.
“Agriculture feeds the world—responsibly, sustainably, and with innovation. By supporting farmers, you’re backing clean water, healthy soils, and strong local economies.”
BIA Farm raises vegetables, plants and trees which they sell directly from their farm stand in North Middletown, and markets them through word of mouth and social media. They like to keep things simple and natural, remarking, “We never use pesticides, and we do our best to create zero waste by recycling, repurposing, and reusing. It’s our way of caring for the earth while growing food you can feel good about.”
When asked what their favorite part of farming was, Doris shared, “The sense of peace and hope it provides. Farming isn’t just work—it’s love for the land, care for the animals, and hope for the next harvest. Every fresh product you enjoy carries that love from our hands to your table.”
Commercial Farming Operations
When asked what his favorite part of being a farmer, Ricky answered, “We love the freedom farming brings.”
This Centerville property has been operating as a family farm since it was purchased in 1942 by Nelson and Geneva Witt, who raised six children: Malcolm, Betty, Danny, Lloyd, Yvonne and Ricky. Through the 1900s, the family operated a small dairy and raised tobacco and sheep. They also kept a home garden and a flock of chickens for subsistence. When Ricky and his brothers took over the 117-acre farm in 2000, they continued to raise tobacco until 2005. Ricky, his brother Malcolm, and farm hand Clarence Haney now focus on their cow-calf beef cattle operation and hay production, as well as making improvements to the land for future generations.
“My favorite part of agriculture is seeing the growth of all things. Whether it is livestock being born and taking their first steps, or planting a tiny crop seed and watching it grow over my head- and the challenges that they both bring along the way.” Justice is the third generation to farm the land on Clintonville Road, taking over from his grandparents in 2021. He got his start raising tobacco, but has largely transitioned to raising beef cattle, as well as the hay and silage corn they eat. Justice and his wife Courtney are active in local and state Farm Bureau Young Farmer programs and have three children: Monroe, Beau and Landrie. Justice and Courtney were recognized as the 2023 Outstanding Young Farm Family by the Bourbon County Farm Bureau Board.
Patrick Farms Hay & Hauling raises cattle, soybeans, alfalfa and tobacco. They also offer hauling services for hay and farm equipment, traveling across and even out of the state to serve customers. When asked what message he wanted to send to consumers about agriculture, Josh replied “It’s always best when it is purchased from your friendly, local farmers.” Check out their Facebook page to learn more.
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