To minimize the risk of wildland fires, Tennesseans are reminded that a burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is required for debris burning from October 15 through May 15.
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Read full storyTuesday, April 22, 2025 | 02:30pm
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Read full storyWednesday, March 26, 2025 | 10:44am
Governor Bill Lee has recognized Chris Lam, Ph.D., of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture with the Governor’s Excellence in Service Award.
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Read full storyTuesday, March 18, 2025 | 12:25pm
Tennessee today marked its annual Ag Day on the Hill celebration at the State Capitol in Nashville. Gov. Bill Lee was joined by key industry leaders, lawmakers, agricultural students, and community supporters to highlight the strong collaboration among Tennessee's agricultural community dedicated to the advancement of farming and forestry in the state.
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Read full storyTuesday, March 04, 2025 | 01:11pm
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) will celebrate Weights and Measures week March 1-7, 2025. This year's theme, ‘Building a Lasting Legacy,’ reflects TDA’s pledge to uphold the highest standards and adapt to new weights and measures technologies.
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Read full storyFriday, February 21, 2025 | 11:44am
Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. announces Matthew Wade as the Assistant Commissioner for Business Development and Adam Travis, Ph.D. as the Assistant Commissioner for Consumer and Industry Services for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture.
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Read full storyThursday, January 30, 2025 | 04:15pm
Following months of restoration of roads and trails in Pickett State Forest, the northwestern portion of the forest will reopen to motorized vehicles on February 1, 2025.
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Read full storyTuesday, January 28, 2025 | 02:58pm
Tennessee’s agricultural fairs were honored for their successes when the Fairs’ Merit Awards were presented during the 103rd Tennessee Association of Fairs (TAF) Convention held January 16-18 in Murfreesboro.
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Read full storyFriday, January 24, 2025 | 10:51am
Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. is announcing nineteen businesses will benefit from the latest round of Agricultural Enterprise Fund (AEF) awards.
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Read full storyFriday, January 24, 2025 | 08:39am
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is announcing agricultural and forestry business recipients of the cost share fund, AgTrack.
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Read full storyMonday, December 23, 2024 | 12:36pm
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is proud to announce that 5,477 acres in Fayette County will become the state’s 16th state forest. The property, which will be named Wolf River State Forest, will open to visitors in 2025.
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Read full storyTuesday, December 17, 2024 | 08:31am
Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M., has announced the appointment of Andy Holt as Deputy Commissioner for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA).
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Read full storyThursday, December 05, 2024 | 12:04pm
Multiple Farmer Recovery Centers will be opening for survivors to discuss federal, state, and local programs and resources available to support farm recovery in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene.
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Read full storyWednesday, November 27, 2024 | 03:31pm
The Tennessee State Veterinarian is reporting a suspected detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in West Tennessee. This occurrence affects a commercial chicken facility in Gibson County.
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Read full storyTuesday, November 26, 2024 | 09:19am
It’s a great year to celebrate a Tennessee Christmas. This holiday season, two of the Christmas trees on display at the Capitol in Nashville will come from a Tennessee farm.
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Read full storyFriday, November 22, 2024 | 08:32am
Small Business Saturday, a nationwide celebration of small businesses, is right around the corner. On Nov. 30, join the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and the Pick Tennessee Products program in supporting local farms and food businesses by purchasing incredible products grown and made right here in Tennessee.