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The Cooperator

Your story is bold. Your story is unique. Your story is one that needs to be told. That’s why we love to deliver The Cooperator each and every month.

Published by Tennessee Farmers Cooperative in the interest of better farming through cooperation and improved technology, and to connect to the Co-op community through shared experiences, common values, and rural heritage.

Latest Video

It's All Black and White - January 2025 Cooperator Story

1/4/2025 2:48:03 PM

Dorper sheep are thriving at Narrow Gate Farm in Warren County, TN. Learn more about Danny and Penny Jones and their farming operation in the January issue of the Cooperator at https://tinyurl.com/janCooperator25. ...

Co-op In Motion

Every Farmer Has A Story: Frank Strong

1/4/2025 2:39:04 PM

"When Erin and I first drove down from our home in Illinois, we not only fell in love with the farm immediately but also with the entire state. It felt like home right off the bat." - Frank Strong, Perry Farmers Co-op Member Learn more about Strong and his story in the January issue of the Cooperator at https://tinyurl.com/janCooperator25 ...

Equine Essentials: Winter Weight Management

12/20/2024 12:30:30 AM

This month's Equine Essentials will feature a valuable session on winter weight management for horses with ProTrition Equine Nutritionist, Grey Parks. Grey will dive into the importance of understanding body condition scores and how they relate to a horse's overall health. She'll also cover practical strategies to help maintain your horse's weight during the colder months, including the role of forage, concentrates, and blanketing. This discussion is essential for keeping your horse healthy and comfortable through winter, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle the colder weather and maintain a proper weight. ...

December Feed Bin Podcast

12/10/2024 11:06:47 PM

Tune in to this month's podcast as Jacob Sparkman from Zinpro and Todd Steen, ProTrition ruminant nutritionist, discuss some of the exciting components of Co-op Feeds mineral products as cattle producers move into the next season. ...

Training, Internships and Scholarships

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Our Training Program

The goal of TFC’s yearlong career training program is for participants to gain knowledge and experience under the direction of experienced personnel. This training is required for promotion to management and other career opportunities within the TFC organization.

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Internship Opportunities

College students have the opportunity to participate in a 12‑week summer internship at TFC or a member cooperative. This paid internship provides both hands‑on learning and classroom instruction.



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Scholarships

TFC offers a total of 32 scholarships — each worth $2,000 — to qualified agriculture students at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville, UT Martin, Tennessee Technological University, Middle Tennessee State University, Tennessee State University, and Austin Peay State University.

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