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First Seed Library at the Technology Engagement Center in Murfreesboro

Feb 28, 2023 at 05:00 pm by WGNS News

Murfreesboro, TN - Rutherford County Library System will be celebrating the launch of its first Seed Library, located at the Technology Engagement Center.  The Rutherford.... Read More

Tennessee Has the 3rd Smallest Organic Farmland Share in the U.S.

Jan 24, 2022 at 05:00 pm by WGNS

As the force that feeds and nourishes the population, agriculture is one of the most vital industries in the U.S. economy. To accommodate the country’s growth over the y.... Read More

Report to the Governor Reveals Gains in All Major Agricultural Sectors

Dec 17, 2021 at 09:22 am by WGNS

Researchers from the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture outline gains in all major agricultural sectors in this year’s economic report to the governor, a m.... Read More

Additional Funding Available for Southeast Dairies Looking to Build Processing Capacity

Jul 08, 2021 at 03:29 pm by WGNS

Beginning July 15, dairy businesses in Tennessee, North Carolina and Kentucky will be eligible to apply for a new round of funding to modernize and diversify their operations.... Read More

Tennessee Strawberry Season is Here

May 03, 2021 at 12:06 pm by WGNS

With warm spring days in the forecast, Tennessee farms will quickly have fields turning red with juicy and sweet strawberries. If you are looking for the freshest berries, hea.... Read More

GAP Audit Cost Share Opportunity

Jan 22, 2021 at 06:04 pm by WGNS

Tennessee farmers seeking to expand their markets and increase food safety by becoming Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certified can receive financial assistance from the Te.... Read More

Local TN Farms Offering Picture-Perfect Christmas Trees in Safe, New Ways

Nov 19, 2020 at 11:43 am by WGNS

As cool, crisp air draws near, a visit to a local Christmas tree farm is the perfect outdoor adventure to generate holiday spirit and family fun in a safe way.Many Christmas t.... Read More

Tennessee Farms Offer Safe, Outdoor Fun This Fall

Sep 29, 2020 at 06:30 am by WGNS

Are you looking for a way to get outside and enjoy fall fun with family and friends? A trip to a Tennessee farm this season will bring smiling faces, family entertainment, and.... Read More

Hemp Growers, Don't Miss the Deadline: Acreage Must be Reported by Sept. 15

Sep 11, 2020 at 11:00 am by WGNS

Only a few days remain for Tennessee’s licensed hemp growers to report their crop acreage to USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA).Although the original reporting deadl.... Read More

Tennessee Agricultural Sectors Taking a Hit from COVID-19

Aug 14, 2020 at 03:00 pm by WGNS

The latest research from the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic has affected all aspects of agricultural commodity productio.... Read More

Farmers: TN GAP certification allows producers to sell directly to customers with stringent food safety requirements

Jul 13, 2020 at 05:15 am by WGNS

Tennessee farmers who want to access additional markets and increase food safety can now do so with less expense. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) will reimburse.... Read More