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he inaugural class of the Tennessee Agriculture & Forestry Leadership Program is set to wrap up later this summer. As the program concludes, several participants are reflecting on their experiences—sharing how it has impacted their personal and professional growth, and why they would strongly recommend it to others in the industry.Apr 23, 2026
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The recognition of earth day first started on April 22, 1970. Since then a lot of changes to our world, no doubt. But for farmers, often overlooked on the conversations of our earth, it truly is something they think about almost daily.Apr 22, 2026
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The Tennessee General Assembly has passed its massive $58 billion budget, and that usually means one thing—lawmakers are getting close to wrapping up the session. In this episode, we hear from Shelby Vannoy with the Tennessee Farm Bureau, who breaks down what this budget means for farmers and rural communities across the state. From key […]Apr 21, 2026
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The Tennessee Department of Agriculture is set to open the application process for farmers and foresters seeking relief assistance from the devastating impacts from Hurricane Helene that hit 8 East Tennessee counties in September of 2024.Apr 20, 2026
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In June, Dr. David Lockwood will retire as a fruit specialist with UT Extension. Lockwood has spent more than 50 years in the role, researching best practices for growing fruit and helping others learn how to do it in their own backyards.Apr 17, 2026
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The ride has been real good for the past couple of years for sure for our beef cattle producers. Prices have been at record highs and that’s good news for one of our state’s largest commodities.Apr 16, 2026
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The American Farm Bureau Federation surveyed farmers regarding their long-term concerns about fertilizers. Chad Smith has more on the findings.Apr 15, 2026
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FFA and 4-H students had the opportunity to attend Preds Ag Night on Monday. The evening began with a career panel featuring professionals from a variety of agricultural fields and concluded with students attending the Predators game. It was a fun and engaging night that gave students the chance to learn more about potential careers […]Apr 14, 2026
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The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging Congress to continue work on a new farm bill. Chad Smith has more.Apr 13, 2026
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As planters roll across fields throughout Tennessee, farmers are putting the 2026 crop in the ground. While most planting seasons are marked by optimism and the promise of a strong harvest, this year carries a heavier sense of uncertainty, with another year of losses forecasted for many producers. James Haskew, vice president of the Tennessee […]Apr 10, 2026
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The weather it seems is all clear for folks to get outside and start working in the dirt or the landscape. Whether its bringing in new flowers or shrubs and whether that’s at home or at your business, there’s a lot of interest in nursery and landscaping that actually pays you back.Apr 9, 2026
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The Department of Agriculture released its latest estimates for the Food Dollar Series. Chad Smith has more on why farmers are getting a smaller share.Apr 8, 2026
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It’s one of the busiest times of the year for our row crop farmers. Now through June they’ll be working to plant this year’s corn, soybeans and cotton crops. And as they manage the logistics in their fields, they have to account for even higher input costs associated with fuel and fertilizer prices.Apr 7, 2026
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The renewable fuels industry got some good news about the new Renewable Volume Obligations. Chad Smith has more.Apr 6, 2026