LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WMDJ) – A Floyd County farmer has become a blue-ribbon winner at this year’s Kentucky State Fair.

Dwight Slone captured one of the fair’s biggest competitions, winning the biggest pumpkin contest.

Slone’s pumpkin weighed in at a massive 1,133 pounds.

For his efforts, Slone was presented a check for $1,133.00, a dollar per pound.

The Kentucky State Fair continues this week through Sunday, August 25th.