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2023

1 Jan 2-6 KYFBAK-0101 AFBF President Zippy Duvall says agriculture needs immigration reform and an adequate workforce.

KYFBAK-0102 Kentucky Ag Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles says environmental stewardship will be a part of debate on a new farm bill.

KYFBAK-0103 KFB Generation Bridge Chairperson Sara Beth Guffey says the new program is exceeding its original goals.

2 Jan 9-13 KYFBAK-0201 KFB President Mark Haney says a large group of Kentuckians are in Puerto Rico for the AFBF 104th Annual Meeting.

KYFBAK-0202 AFBF President Zippy Duvall says the EPA's new Waters of the U.S. definition only "muddied the water" for farmers.

KYFBAK-0203 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says farm diversity means compromise for AFBF national policy.

3 Jan 16-20 KYFBAK-0301 KFB President Mark Haney says AFBF started work on farm bill priorities months ago.

KYFBAK-0302 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says nutrition programs need to stay in the farm bill.

KYFBAK-0303 KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says leaders are younger and more diverse.

4 Jan 23-27 KYFBAK-0401 USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack says Mexico's proposed ban on U.S. GMO corn will hurt Mexican consumers.

KYFBAK-0402 AFBF's Dave Salmonsen says Canadian dairy policy is violating the USMCA Trade Agreement.

KYFBAK-0403 AFBF's Andrew Wamsley believes congressional leaders are ready to get to work on a new farm bill.

5 Jan 30- Feb 3 KYFBAK-0501 Christian County Farm Bureau received an Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.

KYFBAK-0502 Clark County Farm Bureau received an Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.

KYFBAK-0503 Marion County Farm Bureau received an Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.

6 Feb 6- 10 KYFBAK-0601 Barren County's Matthew Estes was a winner in KFB's Outstanding Youth Contest.

KYFBAK-0602 Logan County's Jenna Coles was a winner in KFB's Outstanding Youth Contest.

KYFBAK-0603 Hopkins County Central Vo-Ag teacher Ben Prevett was KFB's Discussion Meet winner representing the state in Puerto Rico at the AFBF Convention.

7 Feb 13-17 KYFBAK-0701 Mercer County Farm Bureau received a County Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.

KYFBAK-0702 Daviess County's Gary Cecil received the Farmer of the Year Award from Kentucky Farm Bureau.

KYFBAK-0703 KFB President Mark Haney says county farm bureau presidents are critical to KFB success.

8 Feb 20-24 KYFBAK-0801 KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says the new EPA WOTUS rules are another example of government overreach.

KYFBAK-0802 Harlan County received a County Award for Excellence for their work in 2022.

KYFBAK-0803 Daviess County's Katie Cecil is the Generation Bridge Advocate of the year for 2022.

9 Feb 27 - Mar 3 KYFBAK-0901 Wolfe County Farm Bureau recieved a County Award for Excellence in 2022.

KYFBAK-0902 Union County's Tammy White is a new member of the KFB State Board of Directors.

KYFBAK-0903 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says the price for raising crops continues to move higher.

10 March 6-10 KYFBAK-1001 KFB President Mark Haney has concerns about the Biden Administrations new WOTUS definition.

KYFBAK-1002 KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham says the Kentucky Beef Expo brings opportunity for the state's cattlemen.

KYFBAK-1003 Casey County Farm Bureau received an award for excellence for their support for the county's farm families.

11 March 13-17 KYFBAK-1101 Kentucky Corn Grower Richard Preston says National Corn Grower Association policy is important for the state's farmers.

KYFBAK-1102 KFB Second Vice-President Sharon Furches says the Biden WOTUS rule won't change Kentucky farmer's resolve to protect soil.

KYFBAK-1103 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says Congress has every reason to raise the baseline for farm programs.

12 March 20-24 KYFBAK-1201 KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham says every day is Natural Agriculture Day on the farm.

KYFBAK-1202 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says it is imperative that a new farm bill maintains crop insurance.

KYFBAK-1203 KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says says National Agriculture Day is a celebration for everyone.

13 Mar 27-31 KYFBAK-1301 Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says farmers are facing similar battles as decades before.

KYFBAK-1302 Senate Agriculture Committee Economist John Newton says the current farm bill doesn't reflect today's economics.

KYFBAK-1303 House Agriculture Ranking Member David Scott opposes additional work requirements for SNAP recipients.

14 April 3-7 KYFBAK-1401 KFB President Mark Haney sees a surge of enthusiasm from new ag leadership.

KYFBAK-1402 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton shares a "share the road" message for a safe Spring planting season.

KYFBAK-1403 Executive Vice President Drew Graham touts KFB success in the latest round of the General Assembly.

15 April 10-14 KYFBAK-1501 KFB President Mark Haney says students now have new career options with KEES funds.

KYFBAK-1502 Indiana U.S. Senator Mike Braun says the nation's budget presents real challenges for future farm programs.

KYFBAK-1503 Geoff Cooper with the Renewable Fuels Association says gasoline will cost more unless the White House approves summer sales of E-15.

16 April 17-21 KYFBAK-1601 Kansas 1st District Congressman Tracey Mann says the 2023 Farm Bill needs crop insurance and permanant disaster assistance.

KYFBAK-1602 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says farmers will participate in incentive based revenue programs for sustainable production practices.

KYFBAK-1603 KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says farm bureau needs voices to speak on behalf of rural Kentucky and farming.

17 April 24-28 KYFBAK-1701 Senate Ag Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow says there are already work requirements tied to SNAP program benefits.

KYFBAK-1702 Maryland Representative Steny Hoyer says the U.S. cannot afford to default on its debt obligations to creditors.

KYFBAK-1703 Senate Appropriations Ag sub-committee Ranking Member John Hoeven says legislators will have prioritize spending in a new farm bill.

18 May 1-5 KYFBAK-1801 Larue County's Caleb Ragland testified recently before a Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on the new farm bill.

KYFBAK-1802 KFB President Mark Haney says a new farm bill is critical to the success of rural Kentucky.

KYFBAK-1803 KFB Second Vice President Eddie Melton says crop insurance is important to farmers young and old.

19 May 8-12 KYFBAK-1901 KFB President Mark Haney says rural Kentucky benefits from more than farm programs in a farm bill.

KYFBAK-1902 KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham says farm bureau is always at work on policy development.

KYFBAK-1903 KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says there lots to gain by visiting a KFB Certified Roadside Market.

20 May 15-19 KYFBAK-2001 Arlan Suderman with StoneX says there are dire consequences for the nation if spending isn't brought under control.

KYFBAK-2002 United Soybean Board Chairwoman Meagan Kaiser says demand for next generation bio-fuels is growing.

KYFBAK-2003 KFB President Mark Haney says a new farm bill is critically important for Kentucky and its farmers.

21 May 21-25 KYFBAK-2101 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says foreign land ownership is a growing concern for farmers and Washington.

KYFBAK-2102 KFB President Mark Haney says graduating seniors have more education options thanks to the state General Assembly.

KYFBAK-2103 NCBA President Todd Wilkinson doesn't accept critique from activists groups over environmental stewardship.

22 May 29- June 2 KYFBAK-2201 NCBA Chief Counsel Mary Thomas Hart says SCOTUS ruling in the sacket case is a victory for farmers and property owners.

KYFBAK-2202 Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles says he has a job to complete at the Department of Agriculture.

KYFBAK-2203 KFB's Todd Bright says there are lots of benefits to shopping at a KFB Certified Farm Market.

23 June 5-9 KYFBAK-2301 KFB Presidnet Mark Haney praises groundbreaking on a new Forage Animal Production Lab at UK.

KYFBAK-2302 KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says Kentucky Water Laws are a model for the nation.

KYFBAK-2303 KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham is pleased with the SCOTUS ruling on the EPA's Waters of the US rule.

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28 July 10-14 KYFBAK-2801

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29 July 17-21 KYFBAK-2901

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32 August 7-11 KYFBAK-3201

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33 August 14-18 KYFBAK-3301

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34 August 21-24 KYFBAK-3401

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35 August 28-Sep 1 KYFBAK-3501

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36 Sep 4-8 KYFBAK-3601

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37 Sep 11-15 KYFBAK-3701

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38 Sep 18-22 KYFBAK-3801

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39 Sep 25-29 KYFBAK-3901

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40 Oct 2-6 KYFBAK-4001

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41 Oct 9-13 KYFBAK-4101

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42 Oct 16-20 KYFBAK-4201

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43 Oct 23-27 KYFBAK-4301

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44 Oct 30 Nov 3 KYFBAK-4401

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45 Nov 6-10 KYFBAK-4501

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46 Nov 13-17 KYFBAK-4601

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47 Nov 20-24 KYFBAK-4701

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48 Nov 27-Dec 1 KYFBAK-4801

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49 Dec 4-8 KYFBAK-4901

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50 Dec 11-15 KYFBAK-5001

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51 Dec 18-22 KYFBAK-5101

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52 Dec 25-29 KYFBAK-5201

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Week	Date	Event #	Description
2023
1	Jan 2-6	KYFBAK-0101	AFBF President Zippy Duvall says agriculture needs immigration reform and an adequate workforce.
		KYFBAK-0102	Kentucky Ag Commissioner Dr. Ryan Quarles says environmental stewardship will be a part of debate on a new farm bill.
		KYFBAK-0103	KFB Generation Bridge Chairperson Sara Beth Guffey says the new program is exceeding its original goals.

2	Jan 9-13	KYFBAK-0201	KFB President Mark Haney says a large group of Kentuckians are in Puerto Rico for the AFBF 104th Annual Meeting.
		KYFBAK-0202	AFBF President Zippy Duvall says the EPA's new Waters of the U.S. definition only "muddied the water" for farmers.
		KYFBAK-0203	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says farm diversity means compromise for AFBF national policy.

3	Jan 16-20	KYFBAK-0301	KFB President Mark Haney says AFBF started work on farm bill priorities months ago.
		KYFBAK-0302	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says nutrition programs need to stay in the farm bill.
		KYFBAK-0303	KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says leaders are younger and more diverse.

4	Jan 23-27	KYFBAK-0401	USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack says Mexico's proposed ban on U.S. GMO corn will hurt Mexican consumers.
		KYFBAK-0402	AFBF's Dave Salmonsen says Canadian dairy policy is violating the USMCA Trade Agreement.
		KYFBAK-0403	AFBF's Andrew Wamsley believes congressional leaders are ready to get to work on a new farm bill.

5	Jan 30- Feb 3	KYFBAK-0501	Christian County Farm Bureau received an Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.
		KYFBAK-0502	Clark County Farm Bureau received an Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.
		KYFBAK-0503	Marion County Farm Bureau received an Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.

6	Feb 6- 10	KYFBAK-0601	Barren County's Matthew Estes was a winner in KFB's Outstanding Youth Contest.
		KYFBAK-0602	Logan County's Jenna Coles was a winner in KFB's Outstanding Youth Contest.
		KYFBAK-0603	Hopkins County Central Vo-Ag teacher Ben Prevett was KFB's Discussion Meet winner representing the state in Puerto Rico at the AFBF Convention.

7	Feb 13-17	KYFBAK-0701	Mercer County Farm Bureau received a County Award For Excellence from Kentucky Farm Bureau.
		KYFBAK-0702	Daviess County's Gary Cecil received the Farmer of the Year Award from Kentucky Farm Bureau.
		KYFBAK-0703	KFB President Mark Haney says county farm bureau presidents are critical to KFB success.

8	Feb 20-24	KYFBAK-0801	KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says the new EPA WOTUS rules are another example of government overreach.
		KYFBAK-0802	Harlan County received a County Award for Excellence for their work in 2022.
		KYFBAK-0803	Daviess County's Katie Cecil is the Generation Bridge Advocate of the year for 2022.

9	Feb 27 - Mar 3	KYFBAK-0901	Wolfe County Farm Bureau recieved a County Award for Excellence in 2022.
		KYFBAK-0902	Union County's Tammy White is a new member of the KFB State Board of Directors.
		KYFBAK-0903	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says the price for raising crops continues to move higher.

10	March 6-10	KYFBAK-1001	KFB President Mark Haney has concerns about the Biden Administrations new WOTUS definition.
		KYFBAK-1002	KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham says the Kentucky Beef Expo brings opportunity for the state's cattlemen.
		KYFBAK-1003	Casey County Farm Bureau received an award for excellence for their support for the county's farm families.

11	March 13-17	KYFBAK-1101	Kentucky Corn Grower Richard Preston says National Corn Grower Association policy is important for the state's farmers.
		KYFBAK-1102	KFB Second Vice-President Sharon Furches says the Biden WOTUS rule won't change Kentucky farmer's resolve to protect soil.
		KYFBAK-1103	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says Congress has every reason to raise the baseline for farm programs.

12	March 20-24	KYFBAK-1201	KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham says every day is Natural Agriculture Day on the farm.
		KYFBAK-1202	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says it is imperative that a new farm bill maintains crop insurance.
		KYFBAK-1203	KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says says National Agriculture Day is a celebration for everyone.

13	Mar 27-31	KYFBAK-1301	Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says farmers are facing similar battles as decades before.
		KYFBAK-1302	Senate Agriculture Committee Economist John Newton says the current farm bill doesn't reflect today's economics.
		KYFBAK-1303	House Agriculture Ranking Member David Scott opposes additional work requirements for SNAP recipients.

14	April 3-7	KYFBAK-1401	KFB President Mark Haney sees a surge of enthusiasm from new ag leadership.
		KYFBAK-1402	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton shares a "share the road" message for a safe Spring planting season.
		KYFBAK-1403	Executive Vice President Drew Graham touts KFB success in the latest round of the General Assembly.

15	April 10-14	KYFBAK-1501	KFB President Mark Haney says students now have new career options with KEES funds.
		KYFBAK-1502	Indiana U.S. Senator Mike Braun says the nation's budget presents real challenges for future farm programs.
		KYFBAK-1503	Geoff Cooper with the Renewable Fuels Association says gasoline will cost more unless the White House approves summer sales of E-15.

16	April 17-21	KYFBAK-1601	Kansas 1st District Congressman Tracey Mann says the 2023 Farm Bill needs crop insurance and permanant disaster assistance.
		KYFBAK-1602	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says farmers will participate in incentive based revenue programs for sustainable production practices.
		KYFBAK-1603	KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says farm bureau needs voices to speak on behalf of rural Kentucky and farming.

17	April 24-28	KYFBAK-1701	Senate Ag Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow says there are already work requirements tied to SNAP program benefits.
		KYFBAK-1702	Maryland Representative Steny Hoyer says the U.S. cannot afford to default on its debt obligations to creditors.
		KYFBAK-1703	Senate Appropriations Ag sub-committee Ranking Member John Hoeven says legislators will have prioritize spending in a new farm bill.

18	May 1-5	KYFBAK-1801	Larue County's Caleb Ragland testified recently before a Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on the new farm bill.
		KYFBAK-1802	KFB President Mark Haney says a new farm bill is critical to the success of rural Kentucky.
		KYFBAK-1803	KFB Second Vice President Eddie Melton says crop insurance is important to farmers young and old.

19	May 8-12	KYFBAK-1901	KFB President Mark Haney says rural Kentucky benefits from more than farm programs in a farm bill.
		KYFBAK-1902	KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham says farm bureau is always at work on policy development.
		KYFBAK-1903	KFB Second Vice President Sharon Furches says there lots to gain by visiting a KFB Certified Roadside Market.

20	May 15-19	KYFBAK-2001	Arlan Suderman with StoneX says there are dire consequences for the nation if spending isn't brought under control.
		KYFBAK-2002	United Soybean Board Chairwoman Meagan Kaiser says demand for next generation bio-fuels is growing.
		KYFBAK-2003	KFB President Mark Haney says a new farm bill is critically important for Kentucky and its farmers.

21	May 21-25	KYFBAK-2101	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says foreign land ownership is a growing concern for farmers and Washington.
		KYFBAK-2102	KFB President Mark Haney says graduating seniors have more education options thanks to the state General Assembly.
		KYFBAK-2103	NCBA President Todd Wilkinson doesn't accept critique from activists groups over environmental stewardship.

22	May 29- June 2	KYFBAK-2201	NCBA Chief Counsel Mary Thomas Hart says SCOTUS ruling in the sacket case is a victory for farmers and property owners.
		KYFBAK-2202	Kentucky Agriculture Commissioner Ryan Quarles says he has a job to complete at the Department of Agriculture.
		KYFBAK-2203	KFB's Todd Bright says there are lots of benefits to shopping at a KFB Certified Farm Market.

23	June 5-9	KYFBAK-2301	KFB Presidnet Mark Haney praises groundbreaking on a new Forage Animal Production Lab at UK.
		KYFBAK-2302	KFB First Vice President Eddie Melton says Kentucky Water Laws are a model for the nation.
		KYFBAK-2303	KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham is pleased with the SCOTUS ruling on the EPA's Waters of the US rule.

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25	June 19-23	KYFBAK-2501
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26	June 26-30	KYFBAK-2601
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27	July 3-7	KYFBAK-2701
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28	July 10-14	KYFBAK-2801
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29	July 17-21	KYFBAK-2901
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30	July 24-28	KYFBAK-3001
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31	July 31-Aug 4	KYFBAK-3101
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32	August 7-11	KYFBAK-3201
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33	August 14-18	KYFBAK-3301
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34	August 21-24	KYFBAK-3401
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35	August 28-Sep 1	KYFBAK-3501
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36	Sep 4-8	KYFBAK-3601
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37	Sep 11-15	KYFBAK-3701
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38	Sep 18-22	KYFBAK-3801
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39	Sep 25-29	KYFBAK-3901
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40	Oct 2-6	KYFBAK-4001
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41	Oct 9-13	KYFBAK-4101
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42	Oct 16-20	KYFBAK-4201
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43	Oct 23-27	KYFBAK-4301
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44	Oct 30 Nov 3	KYFBAK-4401
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45	Nov 6-10	KYFBAK-4501
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46	Nov 13-17	KYFBAK-4601
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47	Nov 20-24	KYFBAK-4701
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48	Nov 27-Dec 1	KYFBAK-4801
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49	Dec 4-8	KYFBAK-4901
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50	Dec 11-15	KYFBAK-5001
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51	Dec 18-22	KYFBAK-5101
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52	Dec 25-29	KYFBAK-5201
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