By Blake Jackson
The Kentucky Farm Bureau (KFB) is inviting members, supporters, and the public to participate in an online voting contest to select the official 2026 Freddy Farm Bureau T-shirt, celebrating the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
This year’s contest theme, “America250,” commemorates the United States’ 250th anniversary. The winning design will be featured as the official Freddy Farm Bureau America250 T-shirt and used in KFB’s promotional campaigns and outreach throughout the year.
Six original T-shirt designs have been created for the contest, and supporters from across Kentucky can view and vote for their favorite at kyfb.com/Freddy250. The winning design will be announced on March 31.
Freddy Farm Bureau has been a beloved KFB ambassador since his debut at the Kentucky State Fair in 1958. For more than 65 years, Freddy has welcomed fairgoers and become an iconic presence at the Kentucky Exposition Center, famously serving as a meeting point on the front porch of Freedom Hall.
Beyond Freddy role as a fair mascot, he educates visitors about Kentucky agriculture, sharing the story of farming and food production with families across the state. Through this contest, KFB continues to celebrate Freddy’s legacy while engaging the community in its rich agricultural traditions.
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