Jul 23, 2024
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The election of pork producer delegate candidates for the 2025 National Pork Producers (Pork Act) Delegate Body will take place at 4:00 p.m. (CST), Thursday, Aug. 8, 2024, in conjunction with an Executive Committee meeting of the Tennessee Pork Producers Association at ...
Jul 18, 2024
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Monitoring your animals’ vital signs is crucial, especially during hot and dry weather. Abnormal temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate can indicate health concerns, and early detection is key. Here’s a guide to understanding typical vital sign measurements for...
Jul 18, 2024
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Weed control is an essential component of no-till agriculture, allowing row crop producers to eliminate unwanted plant pests that could impact yield. During the 33rd Milan No-Till Field Day on Thursday, July 25, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the AgResearch and Education Center at Mila...
Jul 09, 2024
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July is Tennessee Beef Month, a perfect time to dive into the diversity of flavors and textures that steak has to offer. From your local producer’s freezer to your grocer’s meat section, you’ll find a variety of steak cuts that might seem overwhelming at first. ...
Jul 08, 2024
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Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s (TDA) Pick Tennessee Products (PTP) program has joined together with Homegrown by Heroes to better promote local agricultural products produced by Tennessee farmer veterans.
Jul 08, 2024
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As soybean producers in the West Tennessee region enter the R3 and R4 reproductive growth stages this month, they will likely be battling two of the most stubborn insects in their lineup of pests: brown and green stink bugs.
Jul 03, 2024
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At the height of mid-summer, it may feel too premature to discuss the upcoming fall molting season. However, the molting season can begin as early as August, depending on the exact age of your flock.
Jul 03, 2024
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The summer heat and humidity have already been relentless this year. Without a source of water to cool off in, spending time outside can feel unbearable. For those without access to lakes, rivers, or public pools, there’s good news: standard farm fixtures can be repurposed ...