Monthly Archives: January 2021

Tennessee Farm Bureau is pleased to be a major sponsor of the Tennessee Leadership Summit to be held June 18-23, 2023, on the campus of Tennessee Tech University in Cookeville.

Weakley County cattle producer and farmer, Jay Yeargin, was recently elected as the president of the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association (TCA). During the January 23, 2021 TCA Board of Directors’ virtual meeting, Yeargin began his two-year term. He has served in TCA leadership positions for five years.

China purchased near record levels of U.S. farm products last year and that pace continues so far in 2021.

The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture has launched its new Tennessee Master Row Crop Certification program across the state. Tennessee Master Row Crop Certification

The Department of Agriculture has updated the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program to provide relief to more producers. Micheal Clements shares who can apply for...

Cotton, corn, soybeans, wheat. These row crops make up the bulk of row crop agriculture across Tennessee and a new certification from University of Tennessee Extension is now available for row crop producers.

The circumstances of a pandemic led the beef industry to shift its marketing and promotion focus on sales over the meat counter of grocery...

By being active members of the Tennessee Farm Bureau, we can apply that same methodology to tackling issues facing the rural and agricultural community within our own counties, as well as across the Volunteer state.

The American Farm Bureau Federation released a report detailing how USDA NASS can improve accuracy and farmer confidence in survey results.

Last year at the onset of the pandemic, we all saw empty meat counters at local grocery stores, and that caused the demand on...

A new report released by the American Farm Bureau Federation provides an in-depth examination into the USDA-National Agricultural Statistics Service’s (NASS) survey collection and data reporting issues.

The Biden Administration takes over in Washington and ag groups like Farm Bureau are hoping the transition is seamless for America's farmers and ranchers.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the names of individuals who will hold senior staff positions in Washington, D.C.

The latest update to the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program includes expanded eligibility for some commodities.

Tennessee Farm Bureau supports Governor Lee’s special session legislation, which addresses a range of education issues related to the COVID-19 pandemic. We encourage lawmakers to support this legislation and to complete an efficient special session for the benefit of youth and the future of Tennessee.

The American Farm Bureau Federation is supporting Feeding America through sales of the #StillFarming to Feed America t-shirts.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released the final rule for its Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The rule updates USDA’s partner-driven program as directed by the 2018 Farm Bill and integrates feedback from agricultural producers and others.

On December 27, 2020, the Consolidated Appropriations Act (CAA) of 2021 was signed into law.  There were many items in this legislation that affected...

Farm Bureau delegates voted on policy priorities for 2021 at the conclusion of the American Farm Bureau Federation Virtual Annual Convention. Micheal Clements shares...

A few quick things to note about the economic impact payments from the Consolidated Appropriations Act... $600 for individuals (Phase outs start at $75,000...

As chairman of the Senate Energy, Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee, Steve Southerland plays a vital role in the Tennessee General Assembly regarding legislation pertaining to agriculture.

Chris Todd is the chairman of the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee. Representative Todd plays a vital role in the Tennessee General Assembly regarding legislation pertaining to agriculture.

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide additional assistance through the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), expanding eligibility for some agricultural producers and commodities as well as updating payments to accurately compensate some producers who already applied for the program.

The American Farm Bureau has adopted their policy resolutions for the year after more than 350 delegates from across the county met virtually in...

Farmer and rancher delegates to the American Farm Bureau Federation’s 102nd Annual Convention today adopted policies to guide the organization’s work in 2021.

Tennessee’s forests will benefit from strengthened partnerships between federal and state agencies following today’s virtual signing of a Shared Stewardship agreement.

The American Farm Bureau convention this year is almost complete and while farmers were hoping to be in-person at the 102nd annual meeting, COVID-19...

This year marks 100 years since a group of farmers created the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation with the desire...

Cannon County's Lou Nave has been elected once again to serve on the American Farm Bureau Women's Leadership Committee.

Corn production in Tennessee is estimated at 140 million bushels, up 4% from the November forecast and down 13% from the previous crop. Yield...

Normally farmer delegates from all across the country would be gathering for the American Farm Bureau convention but because of the pandemic it was...

The farm economy outlook is improving thanks to trade, COVID-19 relief, and a market rally.

Nineteen Events, Most Occurring In-Person, Scheduled to Showcase UT Agricultural Research

Farmers in Henderson County are looking to diversify and take advantage of a new market opportunity for poultry farming.

The American Farm Bureau Federation will kick off its virtual annual convention this weekend.

Why do many of us fail to keep our New Year's resolution to start exercising? Gary Crawford has an expert with the answer.

Weakley County farmer Andy Holt has taken a position with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture as Director of Business Development.

“How to Talk Farming” Agriculture Dictionary Available Online COLUMBIA, Tenn. – What’s the difference between a filly and a foal? What about tillage and no-till...

The American Farm Bureau Federation is looking ahead to the 117th Congress. Chad Smith has more on AFBF’s priorities in the new year.

Today, a lot of us are hoping the start of the new year will bring better days as we all look towards containment of...