Rutherford Co Young Farmer a PAL
RUTHERFORD COUNTIES BRANDON WHITT HAS BEEN IN NEW YORK CITY THIS WEEK AS PART OF A SPECIAL GROUP OF YOUNG AGRICULTURAL LEADERS FROM ACROSS...
Cattle Talk Down Under
A GROUP OF CATTLE PRODUCERS THAT ARE PART OF GENETICS AUSTRAILA ARE TRAVELING THIS SUMMER IN AMERICA AND THEY MADE STOPS IN TENNESSEE.
Treemendous Opportunity
John McFadden is CEO of the TN Environmental Council and this year they have a goal of planting 250,000 trees in one day on...
Standing Up for her Farmers
6TH DISTRICT CONGRESSMAN DIANNE BLACK SAYS ITS IMPORTANT TO HEAR FROM AND MEET WITH FARMERS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THEIR ISSUES.
4-H Ambassador Tour
STATE 4-H COUNCIL PRESIDENT ALEX CROCKETT OF FENTRESS COUNTY IS ONE OF THE MANY SUCCESS STORIES COMING FROM THIS IMPORTANT YOUTH ORGANIZATION.
Ag Literacy in the Classroom
This is Agriculture Literacy Week in Tennessee, the week the state has officially set aside each year to hopefully teach our school kids more...
Corn Planters Finally Rolling
TN CORN FARMERS ARE HAVING THEIR BEST PLANTING DAYS OF THE SEASON. UNTIL THE PAST FEW DAYS, THEY’VE BEEN RAINED OUT, BUT NOW THEY’RE...
Making the Best Better
UT PRESIDENT DR. JOE DIPIETRO ADDRESSES THE DELEGATES ATTENDING 4-H CONGRESS.
Learning to Teach
NATE REPETZ WILL GRADUATE WITH A DEGREE IN AG EDUCATION AND HE AND 6 OTHER STUDENTS FROM PENN STATE UNIVERSITY HAVE BEEN TRAVELING IN...
Ditching the Waters of the U.S.
American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall was able to witness President Trump to eliminate the Waters of the U.S. rule.
U.S. Ag Export Value Could Rise in 2017
Will an even stronger dollar pull the value of U.S. agricultural exports down in 2017? USDA’S Gary Crawford has the story.
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.
Deep Space Farming
A university and private company are joining forces to help NASA solve a challenge of deep space travel – a fresh food supply.
Final Release of 2012 Census of Ag
If you have questions about agriculture, the 2012 Census of Agriculture now has answers.
Patriot Project Connecting Farming and Veterans
Farm Bureau’s Patriot Project brings veterans to the farm. Micheal Clements has more.
Ag Trade Vital to All
The story of ag trade is quite a success for American and Tennessee farmers says Sara Lilygren, president of Farmers for Free Trade.
Tennessee 4-H Tours the State
TN 4-H Extension Specialist Justin Crowe traveled with this premier 4-H Ambassador group this summer across the state on a tour visiting agricultural stakeholders.
Not Enough Workers to Harvest
WHILE OUR CONGRESS CONTINUES TO ARGUE ABOUT THE DEBT CEILING AND BUDGET, THEY ARE NOT DEALING WITH OTHER ISSUES IMPORTANT TO THE COUNTRY –...
Farm Leaders on the Hill
THIS WEEK IN NASHVILLE, FARM BUREAU LEADERS FROM ACROSS THE STATE HAVE BEEN VISIING THEIR LAWMAKERS AS PART OF THEIR ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE VISITS.
National Leadership Forum
The National Leadership Forum happens around this time each year in Searcy, Arkansas on the campus of Harding University. High school students from all...
Kleppers Named Outstanding Young Farmers of the Year
MARK AND CINDY KLEPPER OF GREENE COUNTY RECIEVED THE TFBF’S OUTSTANDING YOUNG FARMER & ACHIEVEMENT AWARD DURING THE 45TH ANNUAL YOUNG FARMER SUMMER CONFERENCE.
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...
Thanksgiving Dinner
Tennessee farmers are thankful for their jobs at producing the food we enjoy at Thanksgiving.
A Growing Threat to the Deer Population
Tennessee wildlife officials gave updates this week to state lawmakers about the situation in Southwest Tennessee where Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has now been...
Agriculture: Food for Life
This is National Agriculture Week, a time set aside to recognize what many of us refer to as our most important industry.
Ways to Save with a Farm Energy Audit
UTILIZING A FARM ENERGY AUDIT FOR YOUR BARN, SHOP OR CO-OP CAN HELP CREATE COST SAVINGS THROUGH MORE THAN JUST GREATER EFFICIENCY.
Tennessee Valley Fair ‘Farm Day’
KIDS LEARNING ALL ABOUT THE FARM THIS WEEK AT THE TENNESSEE VALLEY FAIR IN KNOXVILLE. IT’S FARM DAY COORDINATED BY THE UT EXTENSION SERVICE.
Cattle Numbers Decline
Dr. Andrew Griffith of the University of Tenn. talks about the declining inventory numbers for cattle and calves.
Christmas on the Farm
Today that magical day for many of us as we celebrate Christmas with friends and family, and out on the farm they’ll tell you,...
Jr Hog Success
The interest continues to stay strong for Tennessee’s Junior Livestock shows. The latest success comes from the state Jr. Market Hog show held at...
Steps for Better Health
For many Americans a step to better health includes taking 10,000 steps.
Staying Alert on the Road
WHAT CAN YOU DO, AS A DRIVER, TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH FARM EQUIPMENT MOVING ON THE SAME ROADWAY AS YOU?
“Ag brings out the best of Tennessee”
TN GOV BILL HASLAM SPOKE AT THE TN AGRICULTURE LEADERSHIP FORUM. THE CONFERENCE IS SPONSORED BY FARM CREDIT OF MID AMERICA, COBANK AND THE TN...
A True Value for Thanksgiving Meal
The average cost of a traditional Thanksgiving meal for ten is down again according to the American Farm Bureau's 33rd annual survey.
A Waiting Game on Farm Policy
The deadline has come and passed for a new Farm Bill to be approved before the September 30 expiration of the old law. But...
Record Corn Harvest for Some
ALTHOUGH CORN HARVEST IS GOING SLOW, MOST FARMERS ARE EXTREMELY HAPPY WITH THE YIELDS THAT THEY ARE GETTING
National Champion Tenn. 4-H Team
A PROUD GROUP OF TENNESSEE 4-HERS ARE BACK HOME AFTER WINNING THE NATIONAL 4-H LIVESTOCK SKILLATHON CONTEST HELD AT THE NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK...
Congress Must Halt Tax Hike
You may have a plan for paying for the holiday presents you’ll buy this year, but have you planned for how you’ll afford the...
Why Soil Health Impacts Our Lives
The health of our soil is instrumental in so many facets of our lives. USDA’s Rod Bain has the story.
Contact Lawmakers Now to Support the Farm Bill
Now is the time to let legislators know how important the farm bill is to rural America.
Farmers Believe in GMOs
As Tennessee farmers put their hopes on a good growing season for their crops like corn and soybeans, they’re hoping the rest of the...
Food for the Future
A lot of lettuce quietly going to market everyday from rural Overton County. Production for Tanimura and Antle’s hydroponics facility that opened nearly ten...
USDA Reduces Farm Income Forecast
Farm income may still be high this year, but it may not be as high as some had expected
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...
Corn Planters Rolling
Finally for the past few days, farmers across Tennessee have had some good planting weather.