Feed Bucket

05/30/2026

05/22/2026

⭐Speaker Spotlight: Dr. Debbie Spike-Pierce ⭐

President and CEO of Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, Dr. Debbie Spike-Pierce grew up in the horse industry and her passion for horses began at a very young age; she grew up showing saddleseat with her Morgan horse. Both her father and grandfather were veterinarians and she grew up working with Standardbred racehorses. "Having grown up within the horse industry, I was fully aware of what I was getting into [going to vet school]!" she says.

👩‍🎓She graduated from veterinary school at Michigan State University and has a particular interest in field diagnostic imaging, conformation, lameness and public sales. When she began her role as President and CEO of Rood and Riddle, she completed her MBA through Ohio University.

🏇Dr. Spike-Pierce is married to veterinarian and shareholder Dr. Scott Pierce; the couple has two daughters, Vivian and Audra. In their "spare" time, they own and operate a Thoroughbred breeding farm, race Standardbreds and enjoy watching their daughters ride.

Want to hear what words of wisdom Dr. Spike-Pierce has for women in the equine industry? Get your ticket to the next Kentucky Equine Businesswomen event today!
📅Wednesday, May 27
🕔5-8 PM
📍: 575 Wheat School Road, Salvisa, KY
🎟️ eventbrite.com/e/from-stable-to-strong-financial-success-in-equine-operations-tickets-1987699980148

05/21/2026

Just a reminder, we will be closed on Memorial Day 😎

05/21/2026

Thank you Andre’ for the Semican and Quebec countryside tour! .

05/19/2026

Kentucky doesn’t need to rely on food shipped halfway across the world when hardworking Kentucky farmers are growing it right here at home. 🇺🇸🌾
Kentucky farmers don’t just grow crops and raise livestock — they help feed millions of families, support local jobs, keep rural communities alive, and strengthen the backbone of Kentucky’s economy.
Behind every field and every barn is a family waking up before sunrise, working through freezing winters, muddy springs, scorching summer heat, and unpredictable Kentucky weather — all to keep food on American tables.
From the rolling horse country around Lexington to the farmland of western Kentucky and the hills of eastern Kentucky, these farmers work year-round while most people are still hitting snooze alarms and grabbing coffee on the way to work. ☕🌾
Supporting Kentucky farmers is bigger than just “buying local.”
It means protecting our food supply, strengthening small towns, supporting American workers, and making sure the people who feed us are never forgotten.
Kentucky runs on hard work — and so do Kentucky farms. 🚜🇺🇸
So next time you shop local, visit a farmers market, or buy Kentucky-grown products, remember: you’re supporting the people helping keep America strong. 🌽
Back Kentucky farmers.
Support local.
Support the people who feed America. 🇺🇸🌾

05/19/2026

Owner Cindy Isaacs is being wined and dined in Quebec City ATM 👀
Congratulations on a huge accomplishment!

Purina Chow Honor Council GOLD LEVEL!

05/15/2026

We’d like to introduce the newest member of the Feed Bucket team, Kayla Jeffries!

Here’s a note right from Kayla:

I’m so excited to be joining the Feed Bucket and Purina team, where I get to combine my love for farming with my passion for horses.

Growing up on a farm in south-central Kentucky, I’ve always been deeply connected to farm life. That upbringing instilled in me the value of hard work and the importance of truly caring for all animals.

I enjoy trail riding, showing, and raising a few foals while also tending to our farm in Hustonville, KY, where every animal is part of the feed bill. My husband affectionately calls it Kayla’s Ark…

In my role, I support farms and horse lovers by conducting feed trials and helping them discover the best feeding solutions for their horses, no matter the program.

Feel free to reach out; I’d love to connect!

05/14/2026

Mini Flake is back!!