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Tennessee Experienced Challenging Year for Crop Production

According to Tennessee Farm Bureau, statewide crop cash receipts totaled more than $3 billion in 2022. However, despite initial high-yield predictions for the 2024 growing season, ...

Dec 30, 2024
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A Palomino with foal

Online Tennessee Master Horse Program Offered

Equine owners and business operators are invited to participate in the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture Tennessee Master Horse Program (TMHP). The program is open to ind...

Dec 23, 2024
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Huebner Named UT Institute of Agriculture’s Associate Vice Chancellor of Business and Finance

Huebner Named UT Institute of Agriculture’s Associate Vice Chancellor of Business and Finance

The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) has announced that Brett Huebner will begin his new job as associate vice chancellor of business and finance on Nov. 11. Hueb...

Dec 16, 2024
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Andy Teasley Elected New Chairman of TN Soybean Promotion Board

Andy Teasley Elected New Chairman of TN Soybean Promotion Board

The Tennessee Soybean Promotion Board has elected Andy Teasley as its new chairman. Teasley is an active farmer and served as the board’s secretary for the past two years prior to...

Dec 09, 2024
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Pictured left to right: Keith Fowler, Robert Thompson, and Sloan Stewart

Three Directors Elected to TFC Board

Congratulations to our three board members who were recently elected for three-year terms at the 2024 Tennessee Farmers Cooperative Annual Meeting, held December 1-2 at the Gaylord Opry...

Dec 02, 2024
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Tennessee’s 2024 Holiday Meals Costs Drop

As Tennesseans begin to prepare for Thanksgiving, many may be wondering how this year’s feast will impact their budget. University of Tennessee Extension has found that, despite s...

Nov 25, 2024
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Agronomy News

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A harvester in a wheat field.

‘Double-Whammy’ Summer Drought on the Heels of a Wet Spring Creates Challenges for West Tennessee Row-Crop Growers

Any seasoned farmer will tell you that the occasional down year is to be expected, even anticipated, although it’s no fun while it’s happening. Unfortunately, the 2024 gr...

Dec 02, 2024
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A farmer kneeling in a field at sunrise observing the soil.

Road to Spring

Over a year on the farm, the planting, growing, and harvest seasons are usually the stars of the show and command most of the attention of any casual observer. Less flashy but equally i...

Oct 07, 2024
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Historic Impact - The 33rd Milan No-Till Field Day Features a Monumental Fiscal Boost to Ag Research in Tennessee

From the use of poultry litter in corn production to controlling soil-borne diseases like red crown rot in soybeans, the 33rd Milan No-Till Crop Production Field Day on Thursday, July 2...

Sep 03, 2024
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Smarter soil

From the ancient Mesopotamians three millennia ago to the 19th century German scientist, Justus von Leibig, to the introduction of the U.S. Cooperative Extension Service in 1914, the sc...

Aug 05, 2024
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The Magic Number

As soybean producers in the West Tennessee region enter the R3 and R4 reproductive growth stages this month, they will likely be battling two of the most stubborn insects in their lineu...

Jul 08, 2024
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Revving up for the spring season

Heavy rains fell as more than 20 Co-op operators and fertilizer managers filed into the conference room at First Farmers Cooperative’s (FFC) Lexington location for their third ann...

May 08, 2024
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Livestock News

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Cold Weather Considerations: Winter Care Tips for Equine Enthusiasts

Winter weather brings with it management challenges for horse owners. Here are some tips to help make wintertime horse care a bit easier.  

Dec 02, 2024
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Two horses grazing from a pile of hay in a field.

Stock Up on Horse Hay for Winter

For many horse owners, fall is a favorite season. Lower temperatures and fewer biting insects make it a perfect time to enjoy our horses and the outdoors. Fall is also the time to ensur...

Oct 07, 2024
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Two cows standind in a pasture.

Drought Strain - Options for Managing Cattle During Dry Weather

As of the writing of this article, many areas throughout the Southeast had not seen suitable rainfall this summer. While spring was regarded as rather wet, typical summer heat has been ...

Sep 02, 2024
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New Cumberland Mills products in Co-ops

Rations conveniently packaged to meet the needs of backyard poultry and rabbit keepers  

Aug 05, 2024
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Protein power - Feeding your chickens during molting season

At the height of mid-summer, it may feel too premature to discuss the upcoming fall molting season. However, the molting season can begin as early as August, depending on the exact age ...

Jul 03, 2024
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Value without compromise

Ensiled forages protect nutrient loss from harvest through storage, are relatively easy to feed, and can increase proficiency of ration mixing and handling versus dry forage. Feeding en...

Jun 05, 2024
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Rural Lifestyle News

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Is Your Farm Ready for Winter?

Last year’s ice storm caught many farmers off guard, and unpredictable weather is always around the corner. Whether it’s freezing temperatures, snow, or muddy conditions, no...

Dec 30, 2024
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Someone dragging a pine tree through a yard.

A Sustainable End to Your Christmas Tree

As the holiday season comes to an end this week and the decorations come down, many of us are left wondering what to do with our once-beautiful Christmas tree. Rather than tossing it in...

Dec 23, 2024
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A cow laying down in front of trees with candy cane antlers on its head.

A Livestock Owner’s Gifting Guide

For livestock owners, there’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of caring for their animals and seeing them thrive. As the holiday season approaches, finding thoughtful gifts fo...

Dec 16, 2024
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An up close photo of chickens in a coop.

Insulating Your Chicken Coop for Cold Weather

As temperatures drop, it’s essential to create a warm, safe environment for your chickens. While chickens are hardy animals, prolonged exposure to temperatures below 25°F can ...

Dec 09, 2024
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Two horses grazing from a pile of hay in a snowy field next to a barn.

Holiday Shopping Made Easy at Co-op

The holidays are here, and your local Co-op has everything you need to check off your Christmas shopping list. From practical gifts to fun surprises, we’ve got something for every...

Dec 02, 2024
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Hay bales painted and decorated to look like Christmas bulbs.

DIY Barn and Farmhouse Christmas Decor

The holiday season is the perfect time to bring a touch of rustic charm to your home, and there’s no better way to achieve that cozy farmhouse look than by creating DIY decoration...

Nov 25, 2024
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