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Dry Weather Impacting Farmers Across Upper Cumberland

UC/Generic - Agriculture

October is usually the driest month of the year and we are entering the month coming off a dry September, something that could impact grass and cattle. This is the time of year where grass is sewn but without rain it could dry out and die. The same goes for pastures where cattle graze. Overton County UT Extension Agent Jason ... Read More »

Motlow Adding Tech-Based Ag Course, Partnering With Warren Schools

Motlow State Community College is starting a course this fall to prepare students focused on agriculture for the future. The course is agronomy, it focuses on the science and technology side of agriculture. Motlow State Community College President Michael Torrence said starting the course is about giving students in rural communities the skills to garner strong wages in rural communities. ... Read More »

Farmers Expecting Good Hay Crop This Year

Experts say good weather and a good spring season has led to a great hay crop for the Upper Cumberland. Warren County Agricultural Extension Agent Heath Nokes said that most farmers he has spoken with is either already harvesting or just about to harvest their hay. “Turned up a little dry now, but we had a great spring and it ... Read More »