National Ag Day
Celebrating today our most important industry, agriculture.
Sharing the Story
John Butler is now overseeing the day-to-day operations of Agricenter International. This multi-faceted complex and farm is a treasure found just outside of Memphis.
Educating our Future
Teachers from across the state attended a training to learn new interactive ways to teach their students.
Women in Ag Connecting with Consumers
WOMEN ON THE FARM PLAY A CRITICAL ROLE WHEN IT COMES TO CONNECTING WITH CONSUMERS AND ADVOCATING FOR AGRICULTURE.
Time for more Beef on the Grill
Memorial Day is the unofficial start to Summer and that means grilling season is here.
TN Team in Running for Entrepreneur of the Year
Four finalist teams will compete next month to win the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Rural Entrepreneur of the Year award. AFBF’s Micheal Clements has...
AG Launch
THE TN DEPT OF AGRICULTURE AND USDA’S RURAL DEVELOPMENT HAVE COMBINED RESOURCES TO PROVIDE SOME $220,000 SEED MONEY TO HELP FUND AGRI-TECH INNOVATION AND...
Dairy Farmers Fighting Strong
Dairy farmers across Tennessee and the country are experiencing tough times.
HPAI Control Zone Released in Lincoln Co.
State Veterinarian Dr. Charles Hatcher has announced that the control zone surrounding two Lincoln County poultry farms affected by highly pathogenic avian influenza has...
An East Tennessee Hamburger Grill-Off
At the kickoff of the Tennessee Valley Fair in Knoxville, Meteorologist Cassie Nall and Todd Howell of WBIR TV took the honors of Best...
Rural Coops an Important Part of Our Nation
Coops are in integral part of rural America, and as a farmer, it’s becoming more important than ever to stay active in your local...
Tenn. FFA 86th Convention
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE TENNESSEE FFA CONVENTION
Rounding Up the Best
Close to 400 4-H'ers, volunteers and staff have been participating in the 96th annual Tennessee 4-H Round Up this week on the campus of...
Poultry Industry’s Impact
Tennessee’s poultry industry has expanded in recent years to be valued at $4.8 billion and that’s helping family farms stay on the farm.
New Garden Grants
NOT MUCH GROWING OUTSIDE THIS TIME OF YEAR, BUT COME THIS SPRING, TENN. ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOLS WILL HAVE ANOTHER OPPORTUNITY TO PLANT THEIR OWN...
From High School to College
When you hear about 4-H or FFA, you typically relate both organizations to students in either elementary, middle or high school, but students from...
Tennessee Jr. Sheep Expo
Hundreds of 4-H and FFA members are showing off their skills and sheep at the Tennessee Jr Livestock Expo Sheep events in Cookeville.
A Snapshot of Current Farm Economy
Farm prices are most noticed, yet there are other indicators to consider when it comes to the current economic health of farmers and ranchers.
Farmers Still Hoping for Farm Bill
The top agriculture person in the Obama Cabinet continues to talk about the need for passage of the long-awaited farm bill.
Still Producing Hay
Usually this time of year, most farmers have gotten up all of their hay, but the season is going on a little longer than...
Thankful Farmers
TENNESSEE FARMERS CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING.
Tax Reform Looks Good for Farmers
President Trump speaking to supporters in Indiana this week with a promise of drastic tax cuts to help the middle class, and in particular...
EPA Rule-making Process in Question
A cache of internal memos that federal regulators intended to keep private reveals a culture of secrecy, falsehood and dysfunction that permeated the Waters...
Precision Tools for Bio Crops
GENERA ENERGY HAS PARTNERED WITH PRECSION HAWK TO DEVELOP NEW ANALYSIS ALGORITHMS SPECIFIC TO GROWING BETTER BIOMASS CROPS SUCH AS SWITCHGRASS.
Dairy and the Hunger Games
SUDIA IS WORKING TO PROMOTE A HEALTHIER DIET FOR ALL OF US, THAT INCLUDES LOW FAT OR FAT FREE DAIRY PRODUCTS.
Record Prices for Cattle
AS TN CATTLE PRODUCERS TAKE THEIR CATTLE TO MARKET, THEY’RE SEEING THE HIGHEST PRICES EVER.
Flood Waters for West TN Farmers
WEST TN FARMERS ARE FACING FLOOD WATERS ONCE AGAIN ALONG THE MISSISSIPPI, OBION AND FORKED DEER RIVERS.
Zippy Duvall Elected AFBF President
GEORGIA’S ZIPPY DUVALL BECOMES 12TH PRESIDENT OF THE AMERICAN FARM BUREAU FEDERATION.
Seconds Matter
Carroll County farmer Hal Eason says everybody needs to think about safety, constantly. After a tractor accident in 2014, he’s thankful to be alive.
Farm Safety Getting More Attention
This week the President has proclaimed National Farm Safety and Health Week.
Commissioner Templeton Meets with Farmers
Commissioner of Agriculture, Jai Templeton, recently met with farmers in East Tennessee to discuss agricultural issues facing the region.
The FACCTs of Livestock Production
The Farm Animal Care Coaltion of Tennessee (FACCT) has named Julie Giles as its new Executive Director.
FACCT Website
Trade’s Impact
Johnathan Cordone is USDA"s Under Secretary for Farm & Foreighn Relations and he recently updated Tenn. Farm Bureau leaders on the importance of global...
Irrigated Acres Increase
Although irrigation is expensive, this year’s drought reminded farmers of the long-term benefits and worthwhile end result of having an irrigation system.
Tenn. Ag Leadership Forum
Individuals from across the state involved in all aspects of agriculture gathered recently in Murfreesboro for the Tennessee Agriculture Leadership Forum sponsored by Farm...
Family Farm Numbers
THE NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL STATISTICS SERVICE WITH THE US. DEPT OF AGRICULTURE HAS A NEW REPORT OUT THAT VERIFYS THE NUMBER OF FAMILY FARMS ALL ACROSS...
Kitchen Divas a Hit at Summer Celebration
One of the largest gardening shows in the mid-south, the Summer Celebration, held on the grounds of the West Tennessee Research and Education Center,...
Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventure
TN NATIVE JACK HANNA CONTINUES TO ENTERTAIN AUDIENCES OF ALL KINDS WITH HIS PASSION FOR ANIMALS
Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Less
The annual survey by the American Farm Bureau of a traditional Thanksgiving dinner shows the cost down slightly this year compared to year ago.
Tenn. FFA Convention Preview
TENNESSEE STATE FFA OFFICERS ARE IN FINAL PREPARATIONS FOR THE 86TH CONVENTION WHERE THEY IGNITE THE PASSIONS OF THE MEMBERS AND GUESTS IN ATTENDANCE.
Podcast with Congressman Chuck Fleischmann
Rep. Chuck Fleischmann, (R-TN, 3rd District) @RepChuck met with Farm Bureau leaders from his congressional district in Athens to discuss ag and rural issues.
From the Farm to the White House
For the past year, Ray Starling has served President Donald Trump as his Special Assistant for Agriculture, Trade and Food Assistance at the White...
Raising Rural Americas Presence and Voice
The Ag Secretary is challenging rural America to ensure its voice is more clearly heard and understood.
The Push for TPP
USDA acting Deputy Secretary Michael Scuse met with farmers and other business leaders to discuss the administration’s position and the benefits of passage of...
Sustainability in Beef
Sustainability is a buzz work used a lot these days, but how do you know if something is sustainable for generations to come?
Industry Appreciation
Tennessee Livestock Producers is a livestock marketing company that’s been around for nearly a century and recently they held their Industry Partner Day at...
Farm Women Gather at TN Farm Bureau Headquarters
Each summer Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committees gather in Columbia for their summer conference and this year promises to be a great one.