A popular You Tube channel that began with a passion for tractors is now showcasing western Kentucky agriculture to the world.
Big Tractor Power founder Jason Hasert was the featured speaker for the Todd County Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Appreciation Breakfast held February 20 at the Elkton Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. Hasert says the channel was a product of his love of tractors began when he was in elementary school.
click to download audioHasert says after moving to Washington, DC, and later Hopkinsville to work for Congressman Ed Whitfield he began posting photos of tractors on the internet.
click to download audioHe says the channel’s viewership has continued to grow since the early days, with the most viewers in the United States followed by some unexpected foreign countries.
click to download audioHasert says he is proud that Big Tractor Power is showcasing agriculture in Western Kentucky.
click to download audioHe adds the 2023 Todd County FFA Tractor Drive was widely veiwed.
During the breakfast Kelvin DeBerry with Bolinger Real Estate and Auction sold the Kentucky State Fair Grand Champion non-commercial ham donated by B and B Farms to H & R Agripower for $6,500. The money raised will benefit Todd County Four-H and FFA.
Ag Edge photos by Beth Mann and Alan Watts
2024 Todd Co Ag Breakfast
Video of the country ham auction
