Southern SAWG – Jan 23-26, 2019
Both the speakers and attendees represent a cross-section of the Southern Food System with producers representing a range of…
Grassland’s Farmers Market
Grassland that is every Wednesday from 2:00 – 6:00. It’s located at 2177 Hillsboro Road, Franklin ,Tn. 37069
WORKSHOPS: Marketing on Facebook – various dates and locations
These hands-on workshops will introduce value-added agriculture entrepreneurs, agritourism operators and direct farm marketers to marketing using Facebook….
WORKSHOP: Organic Vegetables – Sept. 26th
How to Become Certified Organic – Presenter: TN Crop Improvement Association, Organic Certification of NAP Crops – Presenter: Farm…
UPDATED: Potting Mixes for Certified Organic Production
Offers current information about potting mixes for use in transplant or containerized plant production and for those wishing to…
Soil Conservation District Field Day at Trevecca Urban Farm – Sept. 26
The tour the Urban Farm begins at 9:00am to showcase Conservation Best Management practices. Soil health presentation on the…
SE Regional Biodynamic Conference – Oct 5-7, 2018
It is our experience that some of the most beautiful farms and gardens are those where the grower doesn’t…
Book: Miracle on Montgomery Farm
A story for readers ages 6 to 10 that introduces children to sustainable agriculture and the mystery found in…
TN Fruit and Vegetable Association Twilight Tours – Sept. 27th & Oct 16th
Come out and network with fellow growers while learning about topics that you can take home and apply to…
WEBINARS: Online Marketing Series – Various Dates
Direct farm marketers are invited to participate in a free “lunch and learn” webinar series starting in June. Webinars…
PROGRAM: TN Master Small Ruminant Producers – Madison Co. AUG 8-10
Designed to continue the impact of the original Master Meat Goat Producer educational series. It is an educational tool…
PODCAST: Paula Daniels – Center for Good Food Purchasing
Speakers will provide their perspective on genetically modified organisms, allergens, as well as the implementation of proper food labeling,…
BUYING/SELLING/SHARING/HIRING
FOR SALE: Various items from Peaceful Pastures
Posted 9.20.18 : 1993 Ford Diesel Dually, 1983 Ford Dually, 1997 Corn Pro Livestock Trailer, Gallon plastic tanks in…
FOR SALE: Flats and cases
Posted 9.20.18 : 7 cases of blue cardboard pulp pint containers, 10 cases of blue cardboard pulp quart containers,…
FOR SALE: Grass Fed Beef
All meat is processed by USDA-inspected abattoir. Our cattle are British White, a heritage breed with the genetics to…
FOR SALE: 2004 Kubota B7800 tractor – Pigeon Forge/Sevierville area
Interested in exploring renewable energy but unsure how to start? Have a project in mind but want a third-party…
NEWS
USDA Partners to Improve Community Infrastructure for 1.1 Million Rural Americans
Two individuals and a farming couple chosen to receive Organic Leadership Awards from the Organic Trade Association this…
Organic Trade Association Awards to Recognize Four Incredible Leaders
Two individuals and a farming couple chosen to receive Organic Leadership Awards from the Organic Trade Association this…
Here’s How America Uses Its Land
The 48 contiguous states alone are a 1.9 billion-acre jigsaw puzzle of cities, farms, forests and pastures that Americans…
50-State Food System Scorecard
From farm to fork, our food system should be something we are proud of—supporting farmers, workers, and local economies;…
Calculating Climate Benefits for Climate Smart Farms
What are the climate impacts of a given farm practice? While we know lots of strategies for reducing…
How Reintegrating Livestock and Restoring Soils Can Lead to More Resilient Farms
Across the United States, more farmers are finding that practices that have worked in the past are no longer…
Submit Comments on Changes to Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Rules
9 days left remain! USDA has announced its intention to withdraw the Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices final rule…
Directory of State Agricultural Loan Programs Released
The National Council of State Agricultural Finance Programs and the Council of Development Finance Agencies have released the 2017…
STUDY: Agrobiodiversity Investments Is A Triple Win
The first comprehensive scientific analysis of how agrobiodiversity can make our vulnerable food system more resilient, sustainable and nutritious…
New Certification for Bee-Friendly Farms
A new certification program enables agricultural producers to let consumers know they are farming in ways that benefit bees….
NPR: Congress and Farmers Are Shocked By Proposed USDA Cuts
Top officials at the U.S. Department of Agriculture didn’t even try to act enthusiastic as they unveiled details of…
Map shows the importance of small and medium farms in tackling global food security
Institute on the Environment at the University of Minnesota reports that “different foods providing different essential micronutrients isn’t news….