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Soy bean crops

Nation’s corn acreage down 4%, soybean acreage up 5%

Jul 27, 2026 | TFC
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) estimated 95.3 million acres of corn planted in the U.S. for 2026, down 3% from last year, according to the Acreage report released today. Soybean area planted is estimated at 85.4 million ac...
Giddy the Porch Goose

Giddy the Porch Goose has arrived

Jul 20, 2026 | TFC
As homeowners continue to enjoy decorating with whimsical décor, one quirky lawn ornament is back and more popular than ever — the porch goose, complete with a whole suitcase of seasonal outfits. Now, a new generation of homeowners is embracing their nostalgic charm.
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Public Notice by Tennessee Pork Producers Association and the National Pork Board

Jul 13, 2026 | TFC
The election of pork producer delegate candidates for the 2027 National Pork Producers (Pork Act) Delegate Body will take place at 9:30 a.m. (CST), Fri., July 31, 2026, in conjunction with an Executive Committee/Membership meeting of the Tennessee Pork Pr...
dairy cows walking up a hill

Effects of Heat on Livestock

Jul 08, 2026 | TFC
Although many producers welcome warm, sunny conditions after a hard winter, the summer season can be stressful and challenging for our animals. While cattle and most other livestock do well under 68° F, periods of high humidity, reduced air movement, insignificant cloud cover...
Spraying lawn with weed killer

Backyard Weed Control

Jun 22, 2026 | TFC
To control weeds around your home and farm, apply both pre-emergent and post-emergent treatments. Pre-emergent weed control is designed to prevent weed growth before weeds sprout. It should be applied twice in the spring, once in late summer, and once in the fall — so four ...
Cows interacting with a Ritchie automatic waterer

The Benefits of Automatic Waterers

Jun 15, 2026 | TFC
A water trough that is always full, stays clean, and keeps water at a comfortable temperature is an attractive offering to livestock. Especially during the summer months, it is important to encourage your animals to drink by preventing any water conditions that could turn them aw...
NWS larvae

Watch for New World Screwworms

Jun 10, 2026 | TFC
Following the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s announcement that a confirmed case of New World screwworm (NWS) was detected in Zavala County, Texas, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is taking steps to protect livestock from the potential spread of this invasive...
Hurricane Helene - Agricultural and Timber Relief Fund

Hurricane Helene Agricultural and Timber Relief Fund Applications Open Through July 21

Jun 08, 2026 | TFC
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is encouraging eligible agricultural producers and forest landowners impacted by Hurricane Helene to apply for assistance through the Hurricane Helene Agricultural and Timber Relief Fund before the July 21, 2026, deadline. Application...

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The Cooperator

The August 2026 issue of The Cooperator is available now. News and features from Tennessee agriculture and the Co-op community include:

  • A cover story that focuses on two producers who share their perspectives and anticipation for a successful 2026 crop year. United Co-op Director Drew Bailey of Alamo farms more than 8,000 acres in Crockett and Madison counties with his father, Steve, and Danny Morgan, a specialty crop producer from Rutledge in Grainger County who raises tomatoes and other specialty crops with plenty of help from his family.
  • A celebration at Weakley Farmers Cooperative in Martin as employees and customers alike commemorate the opening of the new Lincoln and Nash Mercantile on May 29 and 30. Customers, employees, board members, and community supporters gathered to mark the opening of the 11,000-square-foot retail showroom and community gathering space.
  • A grand opening of United Co-op’s 18,000-squarefoot Mt. Pleasant Feed Mill with an official ribbon-cutting event on May 27, marking a significant investment in agriculture, feed production, and service to producers across the region. The facility was made possible through the partnership of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s AgTrack Cost Share Program.
  • ​A spotlight on Ann Thomas Lowry of Dyersburg, who serves as the Tennessee 4-H State Council Vice President (2025-2026) and the 2026-2027 West Tennessee State Vice President for Tennessee FFA. She is also a 2026-2027 TFC scholarship winner.

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