by Sarabeth Parido Work has already begun behind the scenes for the next Kentucky Sheep and Fiber Festival . The Festival Committee meets year-round to dream, plan, organize, and fine-tune all the details that make our weekend together feel seamless and welcoming. From coordinating vendors and workshops to organizing the fleece show and sale, contests, and community programming, there’s a lot that happens long before the gates open in May. As we begin shaping the 2026 festiva

by Emily Spencer Introduction If you want to sell your products in a grocery store or other retail outlet, you will need to talk to the buyer to convince them that your product is worth carrying. When you are thinking about transitioning from direct-to-consumer (DTC) markets, like the farmers market or your community-supported agriculture (CSA) shares, to retail outlets, there are many things you need to consider. In DTC markets, you are accountable to your business and your