May 08, 2024
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Fly control is a constant struggle for horse and farm owners. Flying insects, including flies, are not just annoyances; they can serve as vectors to spread infectious diseases among animals. Effectively controlling flies requires a combination of products and techniques to manage...
May 08, 2024
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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 annual Fertilizer Truck Rodeo, a day of education for the Co-op’s fertilizer applicators to ...
May 08, 2024
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Did you know that Mother’s Day surpasses Valentine’s Day as the biggest flower holiday of the year? It’s true! And while flowers may seem like a common gift, each bloom carries its own significance, making them a ...
May 08, 2024
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To support Governor Lee’s priorities of job creation and economic development, the AgTrack Cost Share Fund has been created as an incentive program to promote and encourage agricultural development in Tennessee.
Apr 29, 2024
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Small Business Week is the perfect time to reflect on the importance of supporting local businesses. Shopping local is not merely a transaction; when you shop at local businesses, you’re directly contributing to the economic health of your community. These businesses are of...
Apr 29, 2024
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Dr. Justin Rhinehart has been named Interim Dean of Extension beginning May 9, announces Dr. Keith Carver, senior vice chancellor and senior vice president of the University of Tennessee (UT) Institute of Agriculture. Additionally, he will maintain his current involvement with Ex...
Apr 23, 2024
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There’s an undeniable satisfaction that comes from harvesting your own homegrown produce. From the crisp snap of freshly picked asparagus to the juicy burst of a sun-ripened tomato, there’s nothing quite like the flavor of vegetables straight from the garden. But to a...
Apr 23, 2024
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Extension agents and specialists from the University of Tennessee Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and Department of Plant Sciences are offering educational workshops on garlic production for commercial producers across the state. The Tennessee Garlic Fest worksh...
