The new owner of Broadbent B & B Foods of Kuttawa won the Kentucky State Fair for the first time with a ham cured by him.

Josh Poling, who purchased the historic ham business from Ronnie and Beth Drennan in 2024, said his ham had tough competition.

click to download audioPoling said he was focused on having a winning product.

click to download audioHe shared a special moment that took place prior to the ham show.

click to download audioPoling said the Grand Champion ham was extra special.

click to download audioHe shared his excitement upon seeing more than 1000 4-H Country Hams at the state fair this year.

click to download audioBeth and Ronnie Drennan, the previous owners of Broadbents, were close by during the announcement to support Poling and congratulate him.