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Field Observations: New Biologicals Show Promising Start

As growers look for new ways to enhance plant health and performance throughout the season, the biological crop input market has gained popularity, particularly with row crops. To meet ...

Jul 08, 2025

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How to Create Your Own Tennessee Farmstand

Farmstands have become all the rage on social media and during the summertime season. If you have a garden, bees or can whip up baked treats, you may be tempted to start your own. ...

Jul 07, 2025

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Research Work to Study the Effects of Hurricane Helene in Tennessee

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, researchers are now studying the aftermath of the water and sediment left on Tennessee soil. The U.S. Department of Agriculture awarded the $275,000 ...

Jul 07, 2025

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Have Cattle? The USDA Wants to Know How Many

During the first two weeks of July, farmers can tell the U.S. Department of Agriculture just how many head of cattle they have.

Jun 30, 2025

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Taking Care of Your Garden in Excessive Heat

Heading into July in Tennessee is going to be hot, with the National Weather Service warning of excessive heat in much of the state.

Jun 30, 2025

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Learn More About Tick and Mosquito Diseases

Summer is the season for ticks, mosquitoes, and other insects carrying vector-borne diseases such as Lyme disease and West Nile virus that can pose a danger to humans, pets, and livesto...

Jun 23, 2025

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Landscaping Secrets from the Pros

Very few things add more curb appeal to your house than well-planned and vibrant landscaping; however, making a big impression doesn’t have to break the bank. There are simple and...

Jun 23, 2025

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Removing Oil Stains from Concrete

With heavy equipment being put to constant use on the farm this time of year, oil leaks and spills on your concrete are bound to happen. Even parking your vehicle in your garage at nigh...

Jun 16, 2025

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Three girls holding a snake at a 4-H summer camp.

Great Hands-on Learning Options Ahead for Tennessee K-12 Youth

Directors of the four Tennessee 4-H Centers that serve the state’s youth are excited about what the future holds for teachers and K-12 schoolchildren thanks to a special allocatio...

Jun 16, 2025

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Pollinators play a vital role in maintaining our ecosystems, economies and agriculture. Photo of bee in flight at the UT Gardens, Knoxville, by R. Lazarian, courtesy UTIA.

Celebrate Pollinators on June 17

The University of Tennessee Bee Campus Committee, a group comprised of UT faculty, staff, and students, in partnership with the Tennessee Valley Authority and UT Gardens, invites commun...

Jun 09, 2025

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