Year after year, pumpkins have made perfect fall decorations and delectable treats for many Tennesseans.

Agriculture Commissioner Jai Templeton is announcing the appointment of Heather Slayton as Assistant State Forester for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) Division of Forestry.

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry is observing National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 7-13) by reminding citizens to follow simple safety practices to prevent wildfires.

As the fall weather approaches and Tennessee’s agritourism season is in full swing, a visit to the farm brings smiling faces, family fun, and unforgettable memories.

The Tennessee Beef Promotion Board will meet Oct. 19, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. CDT at the Tennessee Beef Industry Council located at 530 Brandies Circle Suite A in Murfreesboro, Tenn.

It’s apple picking time once again, and bushels of apples are available for those who want to enjoy a farm fresh treat.

Agriculture Commissioner Jai Templeton is announcing two staff appointments that will support the creation and expansion of agribusiness opportunities in Tennessee.

The Tennessee Dairy Promotion Committee will meet Oct. 11 at 10 a.m. CDT in the Holiday Inn Express, located at 1228 Bunker Hill Road in Cookeville, Tenn.

It may still feel like summer, but the calendar tells a different story.

The Tennessee Pest Control Licensing and Advisory Board will meet Oct. 1, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. CDT in the conference room of the Porter Building at Ellington Agricultural Center, located at 436 Hogan Road in Nashville, Tenn. The meeting is open to the public.

Three Tennessee counties have been quarantined for Emerald Ash Borer after detection of the forest-devastating insect, bringing the total number of Tennessee counties under a state and federal EAB quarantine to 62.

Tennessee farmers and producers have the opportunity to expand their operations, increase farm efficiency, and make positive economic impact in their communities with the Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program.

The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture will honor Larry Maxwell, Chief Administrative Officer and Assistant Commissioner at the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, for his years of service to Tennesseans and dedication to agriculture.

As children race through the corn maze or rush to find the perfect pumpkin, more of Tennessee’s agritourism farms are now also featuring fall fun that’s just for grownups.

The south is known for producing some of the highest quality forest products in the world, but getting those products to market can be a challenge.