Western Kentucky’s Emerson King, better known as Adventures of Farmer King, joins us to share how he balances row crops, broiler barns, and building one of the most authentic farm followings online. A real, unfiltered look at modern agriculture and storytelling.
Today we’re joined by Emerson King, the young Western Kentucky farmer behind the fast-growing online brand Adventures of Farmer King. Emerson operates a full-time row crop farm paired with six large broiler chicken houses, raising thousands of birds while producing corn, soybeans, wheat, and more.
What started as a simple idea to show real farm life has grown into a respected and relatable platform across YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook—and now AcresTV. Emerson has become known for his authenticity, humor, and willingness to show the tough, dirty, and meaningful parts of agriculture that most people never get to see.
In this episode, Emerson shares:
• How he got started in farming and what his operation looks like today
• Why he first picked up a camera and how his content evolved
• The realities of raising broilers while filming daily work
• What he’s learned about non-farmer perceptions of agriculture
• The biggest misconceptions viewers have about poultry and row crops
• How social media became a tool for advocacy and education
• His experience joining AcresTV and reaching a bigger rural audience
• Where he hopes Adventures of Farmer King grows next
This is an honest, down-to-earth conversation with a young producer working hard, telling the truth, and helping bridge the gap between farming and the public.