In honor of Veterans Day, we are learning about one group that many are calling the future of agriculture. That is our veteran farmers. These are individuals who have served America on the battlefield and are continuing to serve on a different type of field. Meet two farmers from East Tennessee who are rolling up their sleeves to feed their community.

In honor of Veterans Day, we are learning about one group that many are calling the future of agriculture. That is our veteran farmers. These are individuals who have served America on the battlefield and are continuing to serve on a different type of field. Meet two farmers from East Tennessee who are rolling up their sleeves to feed their community.

This month we are hearing from several students at the UT Institute of Agriculture about their experiences pursuing degrees and future careers in the broad realm of agriculture. Hear about bat research in the jungles of Belize, and how one student is working to make sure our food is safe from pathogens. Whether they are studying equine reproduction in Florida or teaching fishing to 4-H campers, these students are representing UT well as the next generation of ag leaders.

This month we are hearing from several students at the UT Institute of Agriculture about their experiences pursuing degrees and future careers in the broad realm of agriculture. Hear about bat research in the jungles of Belize, and how one student is working to make sure our food is safe from pathogens. Whether they are studying equine reproduction in Florida or teaching fishing to 4-H campers, these students are representing UT well as the next generation of ag leaders.

Did you know half of Tennessee is covered by forest land? The care and protection of that land is overseen by Tennessee’s State Forester, David Arnold. Arnold was just recently appointed to the position by Governor Bill Haslam and he has some new goals for one of the state’s most important resources. Also, wildfire season is just a few months away. Meet the state’s new wildland fire chief, Wade Waters.

Did you know half of Tennessee is covered by forest land? The care and protection of that land is overseen by Tennessee’s State Forester, David Arnold. Arnold was just recently appointed to the position by Governor Bill Haslam and he has some new goals for one of the state’s most important resources. Also, wildfire season is just a few months away. Meet the state’s new wildland fire chief, Wade Waters.

Tune in to this month's TN Magic Moments podcast for a sit-down chat with Charlotte Tolley, Executive director and leader of the Market Square Farmers' Market in downtown Knoxville. Join us, as we highlight the progressive and preservative efforts of the landmark, rural market that just so happen to make its way downtown. Listen now.

Tune in to this month's TN Magic Moments podcast for a sit-down chat with Charlotte Tolley, Executive director and leader of the Market Square Farmers' Market in downtown Knoxville. Join us, as we highlight the progressive and preservative efforts of the landmark, rural market that just so happen to make its way downtown. Listen now.

Do you have a business idea? Are you trying to expand an existing business? If it involves agriculture you may want to give the Tennessee Department of Agriculture a call. Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Jai Templeton talks with Samantha Jean on the many services the state offers, including an exciting, fresh, new focus on agriculture business.

Do you have a business idea? Are you trying to expand an existing business? If it involves agriculture you may want to give the Tennessee Department of Agriculture a call. Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Jai Templeton talks with Samantha Jean on the many services the state offers, including an exciting, fresh, new focus on agriculture business.