2021-2022 TAEP application period is October 1 -7, 2021. The Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP)was established in 2005 to provide cost share dollars to agricultural producers for the purpose of making long-term investments in Tennessee farms and communities. Participation allows producers to maximize farm profits,...
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Posted 9.16.21 - Williamson Family Farm in the Greater Nashville Area is looking for an experienced agriculture professional to join us as our full-time agriculture manager to revolutionize our agricultural operations to support our growing agritourism business. The agriculture manager will collaborate in transforming our...
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This webinar will feature the following topics: USDA/TDA regulations update, production tips, and market outlook. Tennessee Industrial Hemp growers, processors, and all other hemp enthusiasts are invited to participate in the free webinar....
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Posted 4.1.21 - USDA announced that it is establishing new programs and efforts to bring financial assistance to farmers, ranchers, and producers who felt the impact of COVID-19 market disruptions. USDA Pandemic Assistance for Producers will reach a broader set of producers than previous COVID-19...
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ATTRA BLOG: International research led by the University of Reading showed that fields and farms with more variety of insect pollinator species had more stable yearly pollination of nearby crops. According to a press release, areas with diverse communities of pollinators, and areas with stable...
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ATTRA BLOG: Iowa State University Extension and Outreach is offering a free, online course, “Risk Management Education for Farmers with On-Farm Visitors.” Producers will learn practical management techniques to enhance the safety and health of their on-farm visitors....
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Posted 4.1.21 - USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) requests applications for $4.8 million in funding through the Community Food Projects Competitive Grants Program for fiscal year 2021. Community Food Projects (CFP) and Planning Projects (PP) are designed to increase food security in...
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Beekeepers across the state are gearing up for the upcoming nectar flow. Already we are seeing queens laying and bees actively bringing in pollen - all good signs! This time of year, under normal conditions, most of our Local Associations throughout the State would have...
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On an August morning, in the shadows of deep green trees, vegetables are lined in long, straight rows awaiting the sun’s golden light to flood the field with warmth. The roads are dusty and dry, the forecast projects triple-digit sunshine, and the chickens are fat....
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Crop Condition and Soil Moisture Analytics is a new tool developed by USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service in collaboration with NASA and George Mason University. The tool maps soil moisture, providing farmers and ranchers with free access to high-resolution data that can help plan spring...
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