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Tennessee Farmers Invited to Help Guide the Future of Cost-Share Program

NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is inviting farmers, agricultural partners and members of the public to participate in the Tennessee Agricultural Enhance...

Mar 12, 2026
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Forestry Camp for Middle School Students Offered in West Tennessee

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is offering a free two-day forestry camp for middle school students in West Tennessee on April 1-2, 2026.

Mar 09, 2026
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Count on Co-op for Garden Supplies, Expertise

Vegetable gardening has historically had its ups and downs. As far back as the pilgrims, nearly everybody was a gardener. Because people grew food to survive, they developed their own g...

Mar 09, 2026
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Tennessee soybean grower Alex Forsbach

Tennessee Farmer Wins National Conservation Legacy Award

Tennessee soybean grower Alex Forsbach says that land stewardship and conservation practices are making a positive difference in his operation. He’s witnessed firsthand ...

Mar 09, 2026
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5 Tips for Managing Early-Season Plant Stress

Planting is just around the corner. Every decision you make, including your seed purchase and the ground conditions you place it in, can affect the number on the yield monitor at harves...

Mar 04, 2026
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In Poultry Care, the Best Defense is a Good Offense

Nothing says spring at the Co-op like baby chicks peeping and scratching in showrooms across the state. Raising chickens continues to grow in popularity, not only among 4-H’ers wi...

Mar 02, 2026
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UT Extension to Conduct Southeast TN Beef Summit

Beef and forage production and marketing, the cost of synchronizing/breeding beef cattle, replacement heifer selection, and updates on new technology and equipment for the beef industry...

Mar 02, 2026
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Tennessee Cotton Producers Record Second Consecutive Low-profit Year

In 2024, severe rainfall in May disrupted crop planting, resulting in an almost one-third decline in Tennessee cotton acres. While producers were hopeful for improved conditions in 2025...

Feb 24, 2026
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Take Care of Early Spring Weeds Before Planting

If you deal with winter or spring annual weeds in your fields, it's important to consider including a spring burndown herbicide application. Winter annuals, including marestail, chi...

Feb 24, 2026
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Sow 2 Grow Helps Teens with Disabilities Learn Life Skills

The University of Tennessee Gardens, Knoxville, is excited to announce the return of a fun-filled summer program for teens, age 13 through high school seniors, who have disabilities. Re...

Feb 23, 2026

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