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The Shutdown Continues
As of today, many federal government functions, including those from USDA, are still temporarily suspended. Chad Smith has details on what this means for farmers and ranchers.
Tennessee Row Crop Farmers Set To Collectively Lose $430 Million
Row crop farmers are facing difficult times. As they harvest the 2025 crop, many are grappling with losses ranging from $150 to $250 per acre. According to new projections from the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA), Tennessee row cro
Keeping The Power On
Every day whether its on the farm or at home, the one item, besides food, were all dependent on is electricity. And Tennesseans are fortunate right now in that Mike Partin, CEO of the Sequatchie Valley Electric Cooperative, is serving as president of th
A Partner In Preserving & Protecting Our Land
For nearly 90 years, Ducks Unlimited has been dedicated to conserving and protecting wetlands across the United States. Today, that mission lives on through partnerships with farmers, providing them with valuable resources and support to implement effecti
Farmers Caught in Perfect Storm of Economic Challenges
Several economic headwinds are combining to create a difficult financial environment for some farmers. Chad Smith has more on how farmers are managing in the midst of harvest.
Holt Sworn-in as Commissioner of Ag
Gov. Bill Lee has sworn-in Weakley Countys Andy Holt as the Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture.
A Close Call a Reminder To Practice Farm Safety
Practicing farm safety is often taken for granted. For Kary Robinson of Franklin County, however, it's a deeply personal issue following a close call he experienced while baling straw several years ago. He recalls the terrifying incident and urges others
Small Farms Play Critical Role in Farm Economy
Recent data from the US Department of Agriculture demonstrates the important role small farms play in our food system. Mike Davis has more.
Thinking Farm Safety
This week is National Farm Safety & Health Week. Its a time when the agriculture industry pauses to focus on practicing safety on the farm and reducing accidents. Shelli Rampold with UT Extension shares some ways to stay mindful of farm safety, along wit
Continued Efforts to Reduce a Rural Stigma
Although increased awareness of mental health challenges and resources continue, also still ongoing is efforts in suicide prevention. Rod Bain has more.





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