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THE YARDS

Youth - Advocacy - Research - Demonstration - Sustainability
A Beef Education Center

OUR MISSION

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The Yards is an education center focusing on the science and practices of the beef industry. Educational opportunities will provide a unique learning experience based on its location in the Blue Grass Regional Stockyards Marketplace. This environment will foster complex thinking, experiential learning, and life skill application. 


OUR AUDIENCE

Pre-K – College Students

​Educational Programs will be available for all age groups. 

Beef Producers

​From BQA to meeting space, producers will have the chance to use this space. 

Industry Partners

This will be a great space to work and educate the industry as well. 

Consumers

With a location right off I-75, conditions are perfect for beef education. 

FUNDING

Funding for The Yards will come from multiple sources including the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Foundation, Kentucky Beef Council and platinum sponsor, Farm Credit Mid-America and Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment. The classroom space has been donated by Blue Grass Livestock Marketing Group.

Special thanks to our sponsors!

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We Would Love to Have You Visit Soon!


Hours

M-F: 8:30-4:30

Telephone

859-278-0899

Contact

Niki Ellis

Email

info@learntheyards.com
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