A Guide to Farming-Friendly Solar From the University of Vermont's Center for Sustainable Agriculture: "Locally grown goods from farms and sustainable energy are good things that seem quintessentially Vermont. But sometimes the production of these hallmarks of sustainable living can find themselves in competition for land...
Read MoreCOURSES: Organic Certification - August 2-3 & 9-10 2017 The course will be offered at two locations: 1.Tennessee State University, (main campus),Nashville (August 2nd - 3rd, 2017 2. UT/TSU Extension Services, Agricenter International, Shelby County, Memphis( August 9th - 10th,...
Read MoreWORKSHOP: Beginning Farmers & Ranchers Development - May 16th, 2017 Where: UT-TSU Montgomery County Extension 1030 Cumberland Heights Road Clarksville, TN 37040 When: May 16, 2017 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Tuesday, 16 May 2017 Register: This workshop is free, contact Kean, Karla at kkean@utk.edu to attend AGENDA 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM Registration 9:00...
Read MoreTALK: Mayor Barry's Sustainability Initiatives - April 27th From the Cumberland talk series: One year ago this month, Mayor Megan Barry convened her Livable Nashville Committee – comprised of public, private, environmental, academic, and philanthropic leaders – and charged its members with developing a shared vision for...
Read MoreNEW GROUP: Nashville Area Herbalists This from Rachel Maxwell Carpenter:I am trying to get the word out about a Facebook group I've started called "Nashville Area Herbalists" The idea is for this to be a place for herbalists or anyone who is even remotely interested in...
Read MoreGRANT: Les Dames d'Escoffier Career Advancement This is a pretty great opportunity for women farmers in Middle Tennessee!from the Nashville Chapter of Les Dames d'Escoffier, an international group of women in food - chefs, business owners, farmers and food advocates. This cash grant is designed to assist...
Read MoreWORKSHOPS: Third Tuesdays Workshop Series Tennessee State University is now hosting a Third Tuesdays Workshop Series. Register with Darlene Gunther (dgunther@tnstate.edu). The April 18th workshop is on Raised Beds for Urban Gardens, Attracting Beneficial Insects, and Container Gardens (DOWNLOAD APRIL TTW FLYER) Hobby Greenhouses & DIY Hoop Houses -...
Read More2017 Small Ruminant Conference: May 18-20 in Knoxville The 2017 Small Ruminant Conference will be held May 18-20 on the campus of the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture in Knoxville. Comprehensive information about the production of meat and dairy goats as well as sheep...
Read MoreUSDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program - Deadline: April 21, 2017 NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is accepting applications for the USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. TDA Assistant Commissioner for Market Development Ed Harlan advises eligible individuals and organizations to submit proposals...
Read MoreSURVEY: How Socially-disadvantaged Producers Participate in USDA Programs You are invited to participate in a research study, evaluating your experience with applying for USDA programs and service. This study is being conducted by Arvazena E. Clardy, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Project Director. We hope to evaluate your...
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