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Apr 3, 2026
This weekend, Christians across the world are celebrating Easter. Matthew McClanahan of Cumberland County lives on his family’s beef cattle farm and is a full-time attorney. He also serves as an associate pastor in his community. This Easter, McClanahan reminds... Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Apr 2, 2026
Tractors across Tennessee are already in the fields planting, or soon will be. Warm, dry weather is allowing for an early start to the season, which is projected to be another financially challenging year. USDA, NASS Prospective Planting Report Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Apr 1, 2026
The eight newly elected Tennessee State FFA Officers are still riding high after being selected at the 98th Annual State FFA Convention. After going through a competitive process, each officer is excited to step into their new role and get... Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 31, 2026
Carter Major of Watertown, TN, has been named the 2026 Tennessee FFA Star Farmer. A proud third-generation member of his family’s dairy farm, Carter is continuing a strong agricultural legacy and looks forward to returning to the farm full time... Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 30, 2026
President Donald Trump and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins welcomed farmers from all across the country to the White House on Friday for what they called “The Great American Ag Celebration.” Eric Mayberry, president of the Tennessee Farm Bureau,... Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 27, 2026
The eight new state FFA officers are still riding high after being selected for their roles at the 98th Annual Tennessee FFA Convention. All three regional vice presidents are eager to get to work and serve FFA members across the... Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 26, 2026
Eight new Tennessee State Officers were selected at the 98th annual Tennessee FFA Convention on Wednesday. The new officers detail what it means to be selected and what they hope to accomplish in their year of service. Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 25, 2026
The 98th Annual Tennessee FFA Convention continues in Gatlinburg, where Sapana Das of Greene County was named State Star in Agribusiness on Tuesday. Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 24, 2026
During the 98th Annual Tennessee FFA Convention in Gatlinburg Wyatt Erwin of the Wilson Central FFA Chapter was honored with the Star Greenhand Award and Bill Newsom of Munford FFA Chapter was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 23, 2026
The 98th state FFA Convention is underway in Gatlinburg as more than 4000 members are expected in those iconic blue corduroy jackets. Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 20, 2026
Farmers from across Tennessee had a strong presence at the State Capitol during the Tennessee Farm Bureau Legislative Visits. They met with their lawmakers to share the challenges and needs facing the agriculture industry. Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 19, 2026
The proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern Railroads is causing concern. Chad Smith tells us analysis from the American Farm Bureau Federation shows the merger could mean higher prices and fewer options for America’s farmers. Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 18, 2026
Lawmakers and farmers came together at the State Capitol in Nashville for the annual Ag Day on the Hill, where this year’s event featured lively livestock exhibits and even a spirited log-sawing competition between branches of government Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Mar 17, 2026
National FFA Southern Region Vice President T. Wayne Williams, of Cannon County, was recognized on the floors of both the state House and Senate. During the honor, Williams thanked lawmakers for their continued support of FFA and highlighted the vital...