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Tennessee Department of Agriculture Press Releases

257 Press Releases
  • Published on March 26, 2025 - 18:43 GMT

    Lam Recognized for Excellence in Service

    NASHVILLE – Governor Bill Lee has recognized Chris Lam, Ph.D., of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture with the Governor’s Excellence in Service Award. Lam is among 23 state employees who were selected by their department’s leadership to receive a …

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  • Published on March 19, 2025 - 13:22 GMT

    Tennessee Celebrates 'Ag Day on the Hill' at the State Capitol

    NASHVILLE — 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 …

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  • Published on February 21, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

    Agriculture Department Announces Assistant Commissioners

    NASHVILLE – 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 …

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  • Published on January 30, 2025 - 22:42 GMT

    Pickett State Forest Reclassifies Designated Use Areas

    NASHVILLE – 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. In May of 2024, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of …

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  • Published on January 24, 2025 - 20:05 GMT

    Tennessee Agricultural Enterprise Fund Recipients

    NASHVILLE – Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. is announcing nineteen businesses will benefit from the latest round of Agricultural Enterprise Fund (AEF) awards. “The Agricultural Enterprise Fund is a vital resource for strengthening …

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  • Published on January 10, 2025 - 20:21 GMT

    Tennessee Agricultural Hall of Fame Committee to Meet

    NASHVILLE – Public meeting notice from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Commission:   Tennessee Agricultural Hall of Fame Location:        Ellington Agricultural Center                             Moss Building                             440 Hogan …

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  • Published on December 24, 2024 - 14:57 GMT

    Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry Announces New State Forest

    NASHVILLE – 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 …

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  • Published on December 18, 2024 - 20:15 GMT

    Tennessee Department of Agriculture Names Holt as Deputy Commissioner

    NASHVILLE – 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). Holt is currently serving as Assistant Commissioner of Business …

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  • Published on December 9, 2024 - 17:38 GMT

    A Partir Del 15 De Octubre Se Requieren Permisos Para Quemar

    NASHVILLE – A partir del 15 de octubre, se requerirá un permiso gratuito de quema del Departamento de Agricultura de Tennessee, División de Silvicultura (TDF), antes de quemar hojas o vegetación natural, incluidos los escombros generados por el Huracán …

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  • Published on December 5, 2024 - 23:01 GMT

    Multiple Farmer Recovery Events to be Held in December

    NASHVILLE – 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. Farmer Recovery Centers are one-stop shops …

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  • Published on December 2, 2024 - 19:04 GMT

    Notice of Member Vacancies - Tennessee Soybean Promotion Board

    Monday, December 02, 2024 | 09:40am The Tennessee Soybean Promotion Board is a 9-member body established to administer assessment dollars for promotion of increased consumption, use, and sale of soybeans and soybean products in Tennessee through research, …

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  • Published on November 28, 2024 - 03:55 GMT

    Suspected Case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Detected in Tennessee

    NASHVILLE – 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. Following a sudden spike in deaths in the …

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  • Published on November 27, 2024 - 22:15 GMT

    Notice of Member Vacancies - Tennessee Corn Promotion Board

    Wednesday, November 27, 2024 | 01:36pm The Tennessee Corn Promotion Board is a 9-member body established to administer assessment dollars for promotion of increased production, use, and sale of corn in Tennessee through advertising, research, and other …

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  • Published on November 27, 2024 - 19:37 GMT

    Tennessee Christmas Trees Light Up the Season

    NASHVILLE — 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. “We are honored to have one of our grafted Fraser fir trees selected …

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  • Published on November 22, 2024 - 22:44 GMT

    Shop on the Farm for the Ultimate Small Business Saturday

    NASHVILLE — 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 …

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  • Published on November 21, 2024 - 21:19 GMT

    Eligible Farmers Have Second Opportunity to Apply for Tennessee Ag Enhancement Program

    NASHVILLE – Farmers affected by Hurricane Helene have a second opportunity to apply for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s most popular cost-share program. Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) will accept applications December 2-6, 2024 …

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  • Published on October 17, 2024 - 21:19 GMT

    Partial Closure at Franklin State Forest Effective Immediately

    NASHVILLE – Effective immediately, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is suspending public access to the eastern half of Franklin State Forest in Franklin and Marion Counties. This step follows serious threats against the …

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  • Published on October 15, 2024 - 15:17 GMT

    Forestry Partners Invite Participation in White Oak Acorn Collection Initiative

    NASHVILLE – Tennessee residents are invited to participate in a statewide white oak acorn collection project to aid in white oak restoration across the state. Called the Tennessee White Oak Initiative, it is a cooperative effort between the Tennessee …

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  • Published on October 14, 2024 - 15:28 GMT

    Burn Permits Required Beginning Oct 15

    NASHVILLE – Beginning October 15, a free burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) is required prior to burning leaves or natural vegetation, including debris generated by Hurricane Helene. “Due to the vast amount …

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  • Published on October 2, 2024 - 19:31 GMT

    Cost Share Application Period Added for Farmers in Nine Counties

    NASHVILLE —Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) applicants in nine storm-affected Tennessee counties will have an additional period to apply for cost share funds. Due to the impact of Hurricane Helene, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture ( …

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