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Giddy the Porch Goose has arrived

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 s...

Jul 20, 2026

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Public Notice by Tennessee Pork Producers Association and the National Pork Board

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,&n...

Jul 13, 2026

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Effects of Heat on Livestock

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 ...

Jul 08, 2026

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Backyard Weed Control

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 sh...

Jun 22, 2026

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Cows interacting with a Ritchie automatic waterer

The Benefits of Automatic Waterers

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 importan...

Jun 15, 2026

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Make the Most of Your Fungicide Application

If I had a crystal ball, I could tell you how heavy disease pressure will be in the future. But since I don’t, my best advice is to use data and your trusted advisors to determine...

Jun 11, 2026

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Watch for New World Screwworms

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 Ag...

Jun 10, 2026

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

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is encouraging eligible agricultural producers and forest landowners impacted by Hurricane Helene to apply for assistance through the Hurri...

Jun 08, 2026

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GreenPoint Ag Names New Chief Executive Officer

Leah Anderson, Chair of the GreenPoint Ag Board of Managers, announced May 21 that the board has selected Amy Winstead as the next Chief Executive Officer of GreenPoint Ag. “Fo...

Jun 01, 2026

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Someone spraying insecticides on their yard.

Insecticide Timing Tips for a Healthier Lawn

Applying insecticide at the right time is key to protecting your lawn. Too early, and pests aren’t active; too late, and damage like thinning turf and brown patches has already oc...

May 25, 2026

The Cooperator

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

The cover story spotlights the Tennessee Beef Heifer Development Program that is located primarily at the University of Tennessee Middle Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center in Lewisburg. The story highlights the field day the program held on Thursday, May 21, in conjunction with its bred heifer sale on Friday, May 22.
Readers can also learn about Amy Winstead, a Co-op veteran, who has been selected to lead GreenPoint Ag, the joint venture company of which Tennessee Farmers Cooperative is a partial owner. Winstead will serve GreenPoint Ag as chief executive officer.
The subject of the In the Every Farmer Has A Story feature is Dr. Charles Lanning of Wilson County, a Lebanon cattle producer and physician who has made a career of bringing lives into the world.

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