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Round N' Raise - Support Your Local 4-H & FFA

Tennessee Farmers Cooperative Foundation Announces Round-N-Raise Program to Support 4-H and FFA

Mar 31, 2025 | TFC
The Tennessee Farmers Cooperative Foundation is proud to announce the launch of Round-N-Raise, a fundraising initiative taking place April 1-30, 2025, to support local Tennessee 4-H clubs and FFA chapters. During this month-long campaign, customers can contribute to the future of...
A shovel and a rake in the soil of a garden.

Spring Cleaning: Garden Tool Edition

Mar 31, 2025 | TFC
As we welcome the spring gardening season, it's the perfect time to also kick off a little spring cleaning! Why not combine the two and give your garden tools the care they deserve before they're put to work? It can be easy to toss your tools in the shed and forget about ...
A farmer planting potatoes

Planting Potato Sets: A Farmer’s Guide for a Strong Start

Mar 24, 2025 | TFC
As spring settles in across Tennessee, it’s time to start planting potatoes. Whether you’re growing for the market or your own table, potatoes are a rewarding crop that thrives in our region’s cool spring weather. With a little preparation and the right approach...
Stockdale's Re-Grand Opening

Come Join Us for Stockdale’s Re-Grand Opening

Mar 24, 2025 | TFC
You’re invited to join us as we celebrate the re-opening of our Stockdale’s store in Covington, recently damaged by a tornado. A ribbon-cutting is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. followed by food from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There will be great prices on items throughout the store...

Dr. Jaye Hamby appointed director of USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture

Mar 20, 2025 | TFC
As president of his company, AGRILEARN™, Dr. Hamby has served as a primary consultant for several rebranding initiatives for major agricultural retailers and is often invited to lead strategic planning efforts for agribusiness organizations. In early 2020, he designed the r...
A wheelbarrow filled with dirt in front of a garden.

Spring Chores Checklist for the Farm and Home

Mar 17, 2025 | TFC
As the days get longer, it’s time to roll up your sleeves and tackle those crucial spring chores on the farm. From tending to crops and livestock to sprucing up your property, a little prep now can make a huge difference for the busy season ahead. Whether you're managin...

Strategies Amid High Egg Prices

Mar 17, 2025 | TFC
How long will eggs last in the refrigerator? What are the best ways to preserve eggs? Should I start a backyard chicken flock to save on eggs? When will the prices of eggs go down? Questions like these have been frequent for researchers and faculty at the University of Tenness...
A hummingbird flying towards a flower.

Feed the Hummingbird Migration

Mar 10, 2025 | TFC
As spring begins to settle in, it’s time to prepare for the return of one of the most fascinating visitors to your farm — the ruby-throated hummingbird. These little travelers begin migrating through Tennessee in late March, with their numbers peaking in the first cou...

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