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What You Can Do in the Fall to Get Ready For Winter

Oct 13, 2025 | TFC
As summer fades and the pace of farm life begins to slow, fall offers an ideal window to take on practical and rewarding barn projects. With harvest wrapping up and cooler weather settling in, this season provides the perfect conditions for repairs, organization, and improvements...
A bright and flourishing forest

Woods and Wildlife Day Rescheduled for Spring 2026

Oct 13, 2025 | TFC
The University of Tennessee Woods and Wildlife Field Day has been postponed. Organizers have originally scheduled the day for Oct. 23. A new date for the event will be announced in January 2026.
The Tennessee Farmers Cooperative (TFC) Board of Directors has appointed John Cain as Interim Chief Executive Officer.

The Tennessee Farmers Cooperative (TFC) Board of Directors has appointed John Cain as Interim Chief Executive Officer

Oct 10, 2025 | TFC
John Cain has been appointed Interim Chief Executive Officer of Tennessee Farmers Cooperative (TFC), effective October 8. With 20 years as our Chief Risk Officer, he will lead us during this transition
Several potted mums of bright orange, yellow, pink, and red varieties.

Keeping Your Mums Alive This Fall

Oct 06, 2025 | TFC
There’s nothing quite like the burst of color that mums bring to porches, gardens, and front steps in the fall. Their vibrant yellows, oranges, purples, and reds feel like a celebration of the harvest season.  
A vineyard

With Vineyard Acreage Expanding in Tennessee, Farmer Options Increase

Oct 06, 2025 | TFC
As Tennessee’s grape growers and wineries continue to grow in number, the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is introducing a new team for those farmers.  
A cotton field

West Tennessee Cotton Farmers Can Join National Study on Crop Threats Faced

Sep 22, 2025 | TFC
Researchers at the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture are partnering with universities nationwide to study how these microscopic communities influence cotton growth and yield under different climates and farming practices.  
A mom and daughter scooping seeds out of pumpkins in the kitchen

Four Ways to Use Pumpkins Around Your Home This Fall

Sep 22, 2025 | TFC
Pumpkins can be used for lots more than just autumn décor. These hardy gourds are versatile, nutritious, and surprisingly useful around the house.  
A combine and tractor harvesting in a field

Combine Safety is Key During Harvest Season

Sep 22, 2025 | TFC
Harvest is one of the busiest and most stressful times of the year. With long days, heavy workloads, and the push to get crops in before the weather turns, it can be tempting to cut corners on combine maintenance or safety checks. But a little extra attention goes a long way in p...

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