Tennessee Home & Farm Radio

Perhaps your view of tree leaves changing color in the fall comes from a scientific perspective, providing a greater appreciation of the natural beauty of this transformation. Rod Bain reports.

There’s been a lot of talk about how potential imports of Argentine beef could affect American cattle prices. Livestock economist Dr. Andrew Griffith with UT Extension explains the possible impacts on both producers and consumers.

Woodbury FFA Chapter member T. Wayne Williams has been announced as one of six national FFA officers.

U.S. farmers and ranchers received some long-awaited positive trade news. Chad Smith has the details.

What a gathering it is for the 98 th Annual National FFA convention.  And a great delegation attending from the volunteer state.

Recently the University of Tennessee Institute of agriculture held a ribbon cutting ceremony at their West Tennessee Ag Research and Education Center in Jackson.  The event highlighted new on-site facilities, precision agriculture equipment and laboratory renovations funded through the American Rescue Plan.

Ryan King has stepped into a new chapter of leadership as Tennessee’s Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture. Appointed by Commissioner Andy Holt, King brings passion and experience to one of the state’s top agricultural roles. He says the appointment is both an honor and a responsibility—an opportunity to help shape the future of Tennessee’s farming and rural communities.

For over 50 years, Apple Valley Orchard has been a cherished fall tradition in Cleveland, TN. What began as a simple hobby for the McSpadden family has blossomed into a vibrant orchard with more than 14,000 apple trees. Today, under the care of Chuck McSpadden, visitors can stroll through the scenic farm, enjoy the crisp autumn air, and explore the charming on-site store filled with fresh apple ci...

Harvest of Tennessee’s main row crops is winding down and what a year its been.  From the heavy rains in the Spring to the extreme dry conditions this Summer.  And yield results are reflective of the weather.

President Trump has recently suggested importing Argentinian beef to lower consumer costs at the meat case. Chad Smith has details on how that would impact the beef sector.

For the future of American agriculture to be successful, our school-aged children need to better understand the importance of the industry to not just farmers but for all citizens.  And that’s one of the many reasons we have the Ag-In-the-Classroom program.

Fall has become a great time for elementary kids to take a field trip to the farm and that’s what about 1000 Maury County 4th graders did this week at the Country Classroom held at the Middle Tennessee Research and Education Center in Spring Hill.  

The Crockett County Farm Bureau recognizes two of their own with gift of learning about agriculture to local schools.

One of the last fairs of the season is the West Tennessee State Fair running all this week in Henderson.

Farmers continue to persevere through a tough harvest, as the reality of losing money sets in. Tennessee Farm Bureau President Eric Mayberry describes the pain farmers are feeling and why help is needed.

Farmers and ranchers are facing extreme economic pressures. Chad Smith tells us the American Farm Bureau sent letters to Congress and the Trump administration asking for immediate help and long-term solutions.

This week, a group of German farmers is exploring the heart of Tennessee agriculture, visiting local farms to get a firsthand look at how things are done in the Volunteer State. From rolling pastures to innovative practices, they’re soaking up ideas and inspiration to bring back home and put to use on their own land.

For over 50 years, Apple Valley Orchard has been a cherished fall tradition in Cleveland, TN. What began as a simple hobby for the McSpadden family has blossomed into a vibrant orchard with more than 14,000 apple trees. Today, under the care of Chuck McSpadden, visitors can stroll through the scenic farm, enjoy the crisp autumn air, and explore the charming on-site store filled with fresh apple ci...

To celebrate National Egg Day the Farm & Forrest Families of Tennessee hosted an omelet cook-off at the governor’s mansion in Nashville. News personalities from Nashville TV stations competed to see who could make the best omelet.

At one time, nearly 60 million bison roamed across the United States. By the late 1880s, that number had shrunk to fewer than a thousand. Thanks to conservation and recovery efforts, the bison population in the United States has now grown to around 500,000. Eddie Gaw of Lazy G Ranch in Cookeville is one of many working to help bring bison back; he now raises bison exclusively on his ranch.

As the broader ag economy continues to struggle, row crop farmers face a particularly difficult time. Chad Smith has more on the financial headwinds.

For several years now the Tennessee Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers program has held a fall educational tour where these young people between the ages of 18 and 35 take a weekend to get together in a particular area of the state to visit and learn more about that area’s ag interest.

Alyssa Clements of Clay County has been named this year’s Tennessee Young Farmers & Ranchers Excellence in Agriculture Award winner — a recognition that celebrates her passion, perseverance, and deep roots in farming. She opens up about what the award means to her and the driving force behind her commitment to keeping her family farm thriving for generations to come.

Farmers across Tennessee continue harvest as the reality of the agriculture financial crisis sets in. Row farmers in West Tennessee explain why they need financial assistance sooner rather than later.

As of today, many federal government functions, including those from USDA, are still temporarily suspended. Chad Smith has details on what this means for farmers and ranchers.