Farmers and ranchers can apply for federal funds to assist their operations through the COVID-19 pandemic.

Tennessee corn farmers had waited long enough as several have now begun planting this year’s crop.

Just as farmers across the state and country continue to work hard daily during this crisis to provide food, fiber and fuel, so are our agriculture teachers.

It’s that time – time to fill out the 2020 Census, and with everything going on in the world, it’s most likely not on the forefront of our minds. But Michelle Archer, Assistant Regional Census Manager, says it’s vital rural communities participate.

2020 Census

Farmers here in the Volunteer State are set on go to start corn planters rolling, if it would just dry out a little more.

The American Farm Bureau Federation says a commitment to processing H-2A applications ensures continued access to a stable food source.

Governor Bill Lee has signed Executive Order 22, directing Tennesseans to stay home unless engaging in essential activities to limit their exposure to and spread of COVID-19.

The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act that passed Congress includes relief for rural America.

As we all continue to deal with the effects of Covid-19, our cattle farmers and sale barns are still working through what many have never faced before as markets have been in decline for sometime.

Tennessee Extension, 4-Hers and staff are attempting to make the most out of these days spent social distancing.