Dale Dobson family honored at Farmer Appreciation Day
2026-09-24 - Somerset, KY - Photo courtesy Kentucky Department of Agriculture
Farmer's Appreciation and Awards Day, hosted by Kentucky Department of Agriculture's Raising Hope program, was at The Center for Rural Development in Somerset on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Dobson Farms, owned and operated by the late Dale Dobson and his brother, Dennis Dobson, was honored as the Kentucky Farmer of the Year.
Dale Dobson's wife, Debra, and son, Bobby, accepted the award on behalf of the family. Pictured are, from left, Dr. Cheryl Witt, Debra Dobson, Bobby Dobson, Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell, and Brandon Reed. Comments | Permalink