Thankful Farmers
While harvest continues for many Tennessee farmers, they’re taking time to give thanks for their many blessings.
The Future of Ag
DR. DAVID KOHL, PROFESSOR EMERITUS FROM THE DEPT OF AGRICULTURAL AND APPLIED ECONOMICS AT VIRGINIA TECH UNIVERSITY DISCUSSED THE FUTURE OF AG DURING THE TENNESSEE AG...
TN Tech Agritourism Degree
TENN. TECH UNIVERSITY BOASTS A ONE-OF-A-KIND AGRITOURISM MAJOR WHERE STUDENTS ARE GETTING A HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE.
Tenn. Residence Garden Wins International Award
THE TENN. EXECUTIVE RESIDENCE KITCHEN AND CUTTING GARDEN HAS BEEN NAMED FIRST PLACE IN THIS YEAR’S INTERNATIONAL MASTER GARDENER ASSOCIATION SEARCH FOR EXCELLENCE RECOGNITION IN...
The Challenges for Young Farmers
THE TENN. FARM BUREAU SPONSORS A YOUNG FARMER AND RANCHER PROGRAM THAT’S MADE UP OF YOUNG FARMERS ACROSS THE STATE BETWEEN THE AGES OF...
Farm and Forest
WHEN ALABAMA FARM BOY NICK PATTERSON ARRIVED IN CLAY COUNTY A FEW YEARS AGO TO START HIS VETERINARY PRACTICE, HE WASN’T THINKING MUCH ABOUT...
WOTUS Ditched for Now
THE U.S. COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE SIXTH CIRCUIT HAS ISSUED A TEMPORARY STAY OF THE EPA AND CORPS OF ENGINEERS ‘WATERS OF THE...
Last Minute Garden Gifts
IS THERE AN ARDENT GARDENER ON YOUR GIFT LIST? IF SO, THIS REPORT MAY HELP YOU FIND JUST THE RIGHT LAST MINUTE GIFT.
Major Ag Policy Discussions Coming in 2017
The American Farm Bureau Federation anticipates major agricultural policy discussions in 2017. Micheal Clements has more.
Connecting Rural Economic Growth and Internet Connectivity
Demand is growing for increased internet connectivity in rural America, and a significant reason is economic growth.
WOTUS Rule Still a Threat
Even though WOTUS isn’t a hot topic right now, the threat isn’t gone, and action is still needed by many agricultural advocates to push...
Getting More for Our Corn
All across Tennessee, corn farmers have been benefiting from scattered rain showers and they also hope to benefit later this summer from a vote...
Expanding the Broadband Reach
Expanding broadband service to rural areas is a priority for many and the recent announcement from Middle Tennessee Electric Cooperative will help several under-served...
Transformation of Our Most Important Industry
We all know times are changing, and it's no different with agriculture.
Help for Rural America
USDA has teamed up with the Bureau of Justice Assistance to host a rural judges and sheriffs workshop to address opioid abuse in our...
Putting the Farm Bill to Work
Tennessee and American farmers were pleased that Congress approved a new Farm Bill just before Christmas, but a lot of time lost on the...
FFA Just One
The 91st Tennessee FFA Convention kicks off today and 3000 plus FFA members from across the state will turn Gatlinburg's streets blue and gold...
Lab Grown Meat a Rising Concern
Lab-grown meat or cell-cultured meat is a topic that is becoming more talked about and the Tennessee Cattlemen's Association is monitoring closely.
FFA Members Promote Beef
Students from McMinn County FFA teamed up to promote beef in their local area.
Learn more about beef promotion here.
Get more information about the Tennessee...
The ‘Polar Coaster’ is Coming
We still have some three weeks of Summer left but many of us have already felt a hint of Fall in the air. But...
An Even Bigger China Trade Deal for Ag
President Trump and U.S. farmers are excited to hear the news of positive negotiations towards trade with China.
Farm Fibers Sustaining All of Us
Genera in Vonore, TN is continuing its focus of utilizing products grown locally and producing renewable solutions that are helping to benefit rural communities...
Growth of TN Sheep Industry
In the past few years, the TN sheep industry has taken off, with no sign of declining any time soon.
Farmers Urging Congress to End Estate Taxes
Farmers in Tennessee and nationwide are hoping to end the federal inheritance tax, also known as the “death tax” on family-owned farms.
Storing, Maintaining Disaster Kits
Keeping a disaster kit available for everyone in your family is critical. Here’s tips on storing and maintaing those emergency kits.
Water Resources Development Act
The Senate is on a roll! In this case, rolling down the river by passing it’s version of the Water Resources Development Act.
Cattle Numbers Decline
Dr. Andrew Griffith of the University of Tenn. talks about the declining inventory numbers for cattle and calves.
Cotton Crop Needs Heat
ALL THE WET WEATHER AND COOLER THAN NORMAL TEMPERATURES HAS COTTON PRODUCERS CONCERNED OVER THE CONDITION OF THE CROP HEADING TOWARDS HARVEST.
The Best Field Trip of the Year
3rd graders from all across Grundy County recently attended the annual Farm Day.
Tenn’s Women of Congress
Rep. Dianne Black and Rep. Marsha Blackburn have been hearing from farmers during the August recess.
Agricenter International
AGRICENTER INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT JOHN CHARLES WILSON TALKIS ABOUT WHAT HAS AND CONTINUES TO BE A TREASURE FOR SHELBY COUNTY AND THE CITY OF MEMPHIS.
Farm Bureau Providing Farmers with Resource to Talk Biotech
WITH THE MANY QUESTIONS AND MYTHS SURROUNDING BIOTECH IN AGRICULUTRE, THE AMERICAN FARM BUREAU HAS DEVELOPED AN ONLINE RESOURCE TO PROVIDE FACTS ON GENETICALLY...
Winter Forecast
FARMERS’ ALMANAC EDITOR PETER GEIGER UPDATES THE WINTER FORECAST.
Ag View From Washington Reporter
CBS NEWS CHIEF WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT MAJOR GARRETT DISCUSSES AG ISSUES.
Rural Roots Leads to Business Success
FINAL FLIGHT OUTFITTERS OF UNION CITY HAS BEEN NAMED TENNESSEE’S FAMILY OWNED SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AND THAT SUCCESS COMES FROM THE FARM.
Backyard Birds
WITH THE APPROACHING FALL AND WINTER, STATE OFFICIALS ARE URGING POULTRY PRODUCERS AND FOLKS THAT HAVE A JUST A FEW BACK YARD BIRDS TO...
Thanksgiving Fact or Fiction
HOW MUCH DO YOU REALLY KNOW ABOUT THANKSGIVING HISTORY? A FEW THINGS WE THINK WE KNOW MAY NOT BE TRUE.
A Gift From the Last Frontier
THERE ARE MANY FIRST ASSOCIATED WITH THE US CAPITOL CHRISTMAS TREE HAILING FROM THE STATE CALLED “THE LAST FRONTIER” – ALASKA.
Feed the Grass
In many areas of the country including here in Tennessee, it is not too late to plant new grass seed. In fact, fall is...
Shop Local for Unique & Memorable Gifts
As Christmas rushes ever closer, you may be frantically looking for that special gift on your list – look no further than local farms...
4-H Fun at Academic Conference
While it may not sound like a lot of fun attending an academic conference in the Summer for Jr. High students, it was for...
Milan No-Till Field Day
It is the 30th anniversary of Milan's No-Till Field Day and new technologies for farmers is still the goal.
Farm Bureau Urges Timely Passage of Farm Bill
The American Farm Bureau Federation says farmers need an on-time farm bill.
The Election is Over…Now What?
It seems like all we have heard and seen for the last several months have been related to the election...well it is over, we...
American Farm Bureau President Reflects on 2018
While 2018 was a difficult year for the agricultural economy, it was a successful year for agricultural policy. American Farm Bureau's Chad Smith has...
Up to Here in Mud
The wet, cold and muddy conditions seem almost too extreme this year for our cattle farmers.
Developing Rural Areas
Jim Tracy serves as the Tennessee State Director of USDA Rural Development, where one of his main priorities has been and will continue to...
Unofficial Start of Summer
Memorial Day is an opportunity to remember and honor those that gave the ultimate sacrifice defending our country, and many friends and families celebrate...
2nd Place Honors
Congratulations to due to Andy and Terra Davis of White County, who went home as the 2nd place winner of the Achievement Award contest...
The State Fair’s Future
Election day for the Mayor of Nashville and both candidates showed their support of the ag industry at a forum during the annual FFA...
AFBF Applauds Bill Addressing Rural Stress
New legislation in the Senate addresses mental health and stress stemming from the farm economy. Micheal Clements has more.
Last Minute Gift Ideas from the Farm
Its not too late for that special Christmas gift and you can get it from the farm.