25th Tennessee Soybean Festival
The 25th annual Tennessee Soybean Festival is underway in Martin, TN and what a festival it has become.
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.
New Life for Your Christmas Tree
Even though Christmas is over, your Christmas tree still has a part to play in the environment.
Tennessee Cattlemen Share their Story
Tennessee’s cattle industry is one of the strongest in the nation and vital for the state’s economy.
Enhancing the Dairy
SEVERAL TN DAIRY FARMERS ATTENDED THE PROFESSIONAL DAIRY PRODUCERS OF WISCONSIN ANNUAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE IN MADISON, WISCONSIN
Renegotiating NAFTA
The American Farm Bureau Federation is looking forward to the renegotiation of NAFTA.
Rutherford County Couple Named Young Farmers of the Year
Brandon and Katherine Whitt of Rutherford County were named as the Tennessee Farm Bureau’s Outstanding Young Farmer and Rancher Achievment Award winners.
Another Big Harvest
FARMERS ALL ACROSS TN ARE ENJOYING SOME OF THEIR BEST YIELDS EVER IN CORN PRODUCTION.
Strawberry Time
IT’S FINALLY HERE. STRAWBERRY SEASON THAT IS. IT’S BEEN A TOUGH YEAR FOR MANY GROWERS, BATTLING THE LONG, COLD WINTER AND A LOT OF...
Ag Education for Teachers
THE ANNUAL AGRICULTURE IN THE CLASSROOM WORKSHOPS RECENTLY TOOK PLACE ACROSS THE STATE OF TENNESSEE. AGRICULTURE IN THE CLASSROOM IS GEARED TOWARDS TEACHING PRE-K ...
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...
State of the Union for Ag
If the experts at USDA’s recent Outlook Forum are right, 2018 will be yet another year of belt tightening by farmers.
Still Our Number One Industry
Rep. Curtis Halford is chairing once again the House Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee during the 110th Tennessee General Assembly.
More Than Just Veterans Day
Today is Veterans Day, an extremely important day to remember those that have served and are serving. But its also the birthday of one...
Good Bugs?
NOT ALL INSECTS ARE BAD, Some insects help us in our daily lives in a variety of ways. USDA’S Rod Bain HAS THE STORY.
Our Farms are Our Future
There's a reason the state seal of Tennessee has agriculture prominently displayed.
From the Garden to the Capitol
TYLER BROWN IS THE EXECUTIVE CHEF OF THE CAPITOL GRILLE AT THE FAMOUS HERMITAGE HOTEL IN DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE, AND HE’S COOKING UP PRODUCE AND...
4-H Camp Returns to West Tennessee
THE TN GENERAL ASSEMBLY HAS APPROVED THE STATE BUDGET FOR 2015-16 AND INCLUDED IN THE $33.8 BILLION DOLLAR DOCUMENT IS FUNDING FOR THE PURCHASE...
Sea of Blue
THOUSANDS OF TN FFA MEMBERS FROM JOHNSON COUNTY TO TIPTON COUNTY ARE IN GATLINBURG THIS WEEK FOR THEIR 88TH ANNUAL CONVENTION.
Progress for Ag Labor Legislation
Congress continues their debate over negotiating a new immigration policy. And agricultural labor is an important part of the negotiations.
Committed to Serving Beef
From the ground up, Jennifer Houston has been a passionate promoter of beef. And she's ready to become the next president of the nation's...
77th Tennessee Farm Bureau Presidents Conference
County Farm Bureau presidents, board members and ag industry representatives from across Tennessee are in Franklin for the 77th Annual Presidents Conference.
Growing Bio Plastics
Knoxville-based start-up company, Grow Bio Plastics didn’t win the Farm Bureau Rural Entrepreneurship Challenge this year, but it was a great opportunity to show...
Rural Representation
The first session of the 110th Tennessee General Assembly has concluded and we hear from rural lawmakers and how important it is to represent...
Making An Impact in FFA
The Tennessee state FFA convention was recently held in Gatlinburg and FFA’s national Central Region Vice President Piper Merritt was able to attend the...
Where the Green Grass Grows
Dr. John Sorochan helps lead the turfgrass management program for the plant sciences department at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. The program is...
A Voice for Annexation Laws
STATE REP. MIKE CARTER OF OOTEWAH SAYS LEGISLATION THAT HE SPONSORED THIS YEAR IN THE TENN. GENERAL ASSEMBLY ADDRESSES AN ANNEXATION ISSUE THAT ALLOWED...
Farm Bureau Welcomes Navigable Waters Protection Rule
Back in January of this year, the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers issued the new Navigable Waters Protection Rule,...
Priorities Raised for Rural Tennessee
Gov. Bill Lee's State of the State address on Monday highlighted many of his initiatives to building a stronger rural Tennessee.
Adding Value to Tennessee Cattle
Tennessee Livestock Producers is Tennessee Farm Bureau's oldest service company, started in 1932 as a marketing cooperative.
Fed & State Officials Prepare for Bird Flu
IF BIRD FLU RETURNS THIS FALL AND HITS YOUR POULTRY HOUSE, THERE ARE PLANS TO HELP.
Modern Farming
TN COMMISSIONER OF AG JULIUS JOHNSON SAYS THE SUCCESS OF THE AG INDUSTRY IN THE FUTURE WILL BE DEPENDENT ON FARMERS EFFORTS IN ADOPTING NEW TECHNOLOGIES.
Give Winter Some Time
ALTHOUGH WE’RE SEEING RECORD HIGH TEMPERATURES ACROSS THE NATION THIS CHRISTMAS WEEK, THAT’S SURE TO CHANGE COME JANUARY AND FEBRUARY.
Veterinary Advisory Committee at the Celebration
The Tennessee Walking Horse National Celebration has implemented an independent inspection process this year to insure horses are not being abused that show at...
Teal’s Named Young Farmers of the Year
A.J. and Valerie Teal of Coffee County have won the Tennessee Farm Bureau's Young Farmer and Rancher Achievement award for 2018.
FFA Star in Agriscience
Recently during the Tennessee State FFA convention, Montana Wright of the Stewarts Creek FFA chapter was named the state Star in Agriscience.
TN Farms set to a’Maze’ Us
Fall is definitely here and so too are the many agritourism operations across Tennessee ready to share the good times on the farm.
Local Honey a Win, Win
DURING THE BUSY FALL SEASON, HONEY ISN’T SOMETHING THAT POPS INTO YOUR HEAD RIGHT AWAY, BUT LOTS OF FARMS IN TENNESSEE SELL THIS PURELY...
Summer Picnic for 10 Still Under $6 Per Person
Summer is upon us and the American Farm Bureau Federation has released its second annual July Fourth Picnic Survey results
June Dairy Month Kickoff
June is Dairy Month in Tennessee and it was kicked off at Battle Mountain Farm with a big crowd of industry leaders, 4-Hers and...
Thanksgiving on the Farm
Farmers statewide are thankful for the Thanksgiving holiday and the blessings of their profession.
Ag Leadership Forum
FOR THE THIRD YEAR, FARM CREDIT OF MID AMERICA HAS BROUGHT TOGETHER MANY OF THE LEADERS IN TENNESSEE AGRICULTURE FOR A LEADERSHIP FORUM IN...
Getting Closer
It may not feel like it today, but Spring is fast approaching and farmers are gearing up for another crop season.
Cost of Thanksgiving Meal Up Just a Tad
AMERICAN FARM BUREAU’S 30TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING DINNER COST SURVEY SHOWED A SLIGHT OVERALL INCREASE IN THE PRICE OF THE HOLIDAY MEAL.
That Sinking Feeling
IF YOU HAVE THAT SINKING FEELING LIKE YOU HAVE THE FLU, IT MIGHT NOT BE FROM A FLU VIRUS, IT MAY BE FROM YOUR...
A Food Supply Chain Readjustment
The nation's food supply chain is known for its production and efficiency yet has recently been realigned to assure supplies throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Large Increase in Farmland Values
If you bought or rented farmland in the last year, you probably paid quite a bit more for it. USDA reports.
The Queen of Fruits
UT FRUIT SPECIALIST DR. DAVID LOCKWOOD SAYS TN’S PEACH CROP IS TURNING OUT VERY GOOD THIS SUMMER.
Celebrating Our Most Important Industry
This is National Agriculture Week, a week set aside to recognize this incredible industry that each one of depends on every day.
Supporting Local Businesses
Debbie Ball, TDA's Agricultural Business Development Consultant for Pick Tennessee Products, advises consumers to use the Pick Tennessee Products website or the Pick Tennessee...
Getting Closer to a New Farm Bill
There could be more movement this week in Congress for the nation's farm policy.
Super Food Day
WHETHER YOUR PULLING FOR THE BRONCOS OR THE PANTHERS ON SUNDAY, THERE’S NO DOUBT YOU WILL BE EATING, AND FOR SOME OF US A...
Biofuels Important to Military
The world’s biggest user of petroleum wants to diversify its fuel options. American Farm Bureau energy specialist Andrew Walmsley talks about why that’s good...
Celebrating June Dairy Month
In Tennessee, we're spending the month of June promoting and consuming milk.
To learn more about June Dairy Month, visit the Dairy Alliance.