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An up close photo of chickens in a coop.

Insulating Your Chicken Coop for Cold Weather

Dec 09, 2024 | TFC
As temperatures drop, it’s essential to create a warm, safe environment for your chickens. While chickens are hardy animals, prolonged exposure to temperatures below 25°F can be harmful. By insulating your chicken coop effectively, you can retain heat, block cold drafts...
Andy Teasley Elected New Chairman of TN Soybean Promotion Board

Andy Teasley Elected New Chairman of TN Soybean Promotion Board

Dec 09, 2024 | TFC
The Tennessee Soybean Promotion Board has elected Andy Teasley as its new chairman. Teasley is an active farmer and served as the board’s secretary for the past two years prior to his election to this position. He is also active in other agricultural organizations, includin...
Two horses grazing from a pile of hay in a snowy field next to a barn.

Holiday Shopping Made Easy at Co-op

Dec 02, 2024 | TFC
The holidays are here, and your local Co-op has everything you need to check off your Christmas shopping list. From practical gifts to fun surprises, we’ve got something for every member of the family — pets included! While our selection varies by location, you’...
Pictured left to right: Keith Fowler, Robert Thompson, and Sloan Stewart

Three Directors Elected to TFC Board

Dec 02, 2024 | TFC
Congratulations to our three board members who were recently elected for three-year terms at the 2024 Tennessee Farmers Cooperative Annual Meeting, held December 1-2 at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee.
A horse eating grass in a fenced in pasture.

Cold Weather Considerations: Winter Care Tips for Equine Enthusiasts

Dec 02, 2024 | TFC
Winter weather brings with it management challenges for horse owners. Here are some tips to help make wintertime horse care a bit easier.  
A harvester in a wheat field.

‘Double-Whammy’ Summer Drought on the Heels of a Wet Spring Creates Challenges for West Tennessee Row-Crop Growers

Dec 02, 2024 | TFC
Any seasoned farmer will tell you that the occasional down year is to be expected, even anticipated, although it’s no fun while it’s happening. Unfortunately, the 2024 growing season for row-croppers in many parts of Tennessee was a case-study of this fact.  
Hay bales painted and decorated to look like Christmas bulbs.

DIY Barn and Farmhouse Christmas Decor

Nov 25, 2024 | TFC
The holiday season is the perfect time to bring a touch of rustic charm to your home, and there’s no better way to achieve that cozy farmhouse look than by creating DIY decorations with items you may already have around the barn or on the farm. This year, save a little and ...
A thanksgiving feast laid out on a table for serving.

Tennessee’s 2024 Holiday Meals Costs Drop

Nov 25, 2024 | TFC
As Tennesseans begin to prepare for Thanksgiving, many may be wondering how this year’s feast will impact their budget. University of Tennessee Extension has found that, despite some recent grocery price increases, families can expect to spend slightly less on their Thanksg...

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