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Traci Middleton and her family have owned and operated Middleton Lumber Company since 1964 in Henry County. Traci recently hosted the Tennessee young Farmers and Ranchers at their facility. She gave them a tour and explain how they’re a vital part of agriculture. Traci also talked about the recent crazy swings in lumber prices.Oct 7, 2022
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As the Environmental Protection Agency pushes forward on its new Waters of the U.S. Rule, the Supreme Court is expected to make a decision that will have significant impacts. Chad Smith has more on questions remaining regarding WOTUS.Oct 6, 2022
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Young Farmers from across the state gathered in Henry County for the annual Fall Tour. The group toured several operations that represent West Tennessee agriculture.Oct 5, 2022
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Katie Martin is the 2022 TN Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence In Agriculture Award Winner. Martin talks about what it means to win this award.Oct 4, 2022
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To kick off a great day of football against Florida, the University of Tennessee Knoxville recently celebrated Ag Day back in person this year recognizing our most important industry.Sep 30, 2022
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Close to 100 FFA students from mid state chapters took part in Ag Night with the Nashville Sounds.Sep 29, 2022
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The University of Tennessee held the first Beef & Forage Field Day at the Middle Tennessee Ag Research Center in Springhill. New technology in the beef industry was the hot topic at the field day.Sep 28, 2022
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Many County Farm Bureau’s across Tennessee are having their farm days. Farm Day’s allow elementary school age kids the opportunity to learn about agriculture. Cumberland county recently held their farm day at the UT Ag Research Center in Crossville. More than 600 third graders attended the event.Sep 27, 2022
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Modernized rules on the Endangered Species Act are officially reinstated after an appeals court decision. Chad Smith has more on the good news for farmers and ranchers.Sep 26, 2022
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The effort to bring high speed internet to rural areas is getting another financial shot in the arm with new investments being announced.Sep 23, 2022
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Go anywhere in Tennessee’s 95 counties and you’ll find beef cattle and forage production and that’s the focus of a new UT Field Day in Spring Hill.Sep 22, 2022
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It’s National Farm Safety Week. Farmers and people in rural areas are being reminded to practice safety on the farm and around farm machinery. Rod Bain with the US Department of Agriculture has more.Sep 21, 2022
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The Shooting Hunger events across the state aim to help feed hungry kids.Sep 20, 2022
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There is no doubt an interest in the whole idea of carbon markets and climate-smart agriculture, which is why the Biden Administration and USDA recently announced an investment of close to $3 billion for 70 projects to focus on just that. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture was fortunate enough to be one of […]Sep 19, 2022