March 2010, Tennessee Farm Bureau News

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Our Past, Your Future: 100 Years of Transforming TennesseeUt extension and 4-h launch yearlong centennial celebrationCalendar year 2010 marks a century of University of Tennessee Extension and 4-H in Tennessee. That’s 100 years of educational outreach and service to the state’s farmers, families and youth to enhance their quality of life.

Extension and 4-H in Tennessee predate the passage of the 1914 Smith-Lever Act through which Congress established a national network of professional agricultural agents and family and consumer scientists to help in the education and economic development of rural America. In 1910, two individuals were employed as county-based agents to help with cotton production and home canning, and in early 1911 the movement to help rural Tennesseans on the farm and in the home spread to six West Tennessee counties. On July 1, 1914, some 20 county agents, 22 home demonstration agents, and eight additional staff and faculty were organized under the Smith-Lever Act as part of the University of Tennessee Division of Extension.

Today, as the outreach unit of the UT Institute of Agriculture, UT Extension operates an office in every county and delivers educational programs using research-based infor-mation to farmers, families, youth, and communities in both rural and urban settings. Educational programs range from gardening and landscaping to nutrition, animal health and family money management. The programs are available to all county residents often at no charge.

“For 100 years Extension agents have represented a two-way link between Tennesseans and university specialists, scientists and research-ers,” says Dr. Tim Cross, dean of UT

Extension. “That special relationship and the education and economic development that it fosters are the hallmarks of Extension,” he said.

“Last year UT Extension had more than 4.8 million contacts with Tennessee citizens and the overall economic impact of these activities returned more than $343 million in esti-mated economic benefits,” Cross said.

In announcing a yearlong Centennial Celebration of Extension and 4-H to faculty and staff, Cross emphasized the importance of commemorating 100 years of the organizations’ combined service to the citizens of the state. “While the economy continues to show little to no growth and additional state budget reductions are likely, a centennial only happens once in an organization’s history,” he said. “Recognizing this unique opportunity, we will observe our Centennial throughout 2010, acknowledging the anniversary dur-ing our everyday programs. We will acknowledge the many impacts we have made while being good stewards of our financial resources.”

With the help of local adult volunteers, Extension’s 4-H youth development program helps young people from 9 to 19 develop self-esteem, leadership and citizenship skills and gain knowledge in a wide range of subjects. From health to public speaking or photography or GPS tracking, 4-H programs supple-ment traditional learning with directed projects that encourage advanced edu-cation. With nearly 302,000 members statewide, Tennessee has one of the largest 4-H memberships in the nation.

In addition to school-based and local activities, three 4-H camps

throughout the state offer youth summer camping experiences and school-based outdoor science educa-tional programs.

Throughout 2010 UT Extension and 4-H will celebrate the organiza-tions’ first century of accomplishments. What might those include? Just one example from the agronomic perspec-tive is how Extension education and better farming practices have helped increase yields of corn in Tennessee from 25 bushels per acre during the early part of last century to an average of 139 bushels per acre in 2009. USDA statistics record that total corn produc-tion in the state was the same in 2009 as it was in 1910 (80.6 million bushels versus 82 million bushels). However, in 2009 only about one-fifth of the land was needed to produce a similar har-vest (about 3.3 million acres in 1910 versus about 590,000 acres in 2009).

Cross says each county will offer local activities that will offer individu-als a chance to join the celebration. He hopes to involve all state residents in Centennial celebration events. “We will be integrating our celebration into our ongoing programs at the club, county and state levels all year long,” he said. “Everyone’s invited!”

For more information, about UT Extension activities contact your local county UT Extension office. The phone number can be found in the local phone book, in the “county” section under “Agricultural Extension” or “UT Extension.” Information is also available online at the UT Extension Web site: utextension.tennessee.edu — follow the link to County/Regional offices.

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Direct Marketing Workshops, Tours ScheduledFarmers planning direct marketing businesses or hoping to expand their operation may have a lot to learn about marketing directly to consum-ers. The University of Tennessee, in cooperation with the Tennessee Farm Fresh program, is offering workshops and tours in multiple locations across the state in March for farmers inter-ested in direct marketing.

The workshops, called Direct Farm Marketing for Success III, will feature sessions on marketing fundamentals, direct marketing channels, develop-ing effective marketing materials and more. Workshops will be March 2 in Jackson, March 4 in Spring Hill, March 10 in White Pine and March 11 in Cookeville from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The cost is $15 per person if registered prior to February 26 or $20 per person for late registration.

Two tours, called “Farmer to

Farmer: 2010 Direct Farm Marketing Tours,” will be offered: one in Middle Tennessee on March 23 and one in the Sweetwater Valley region of East Tennessee on March 30. Each tour will visit several farms that directly market products to consumers. Participants will see the operation and hear from the operator firsthand. The cost of the tour is $15 per person if regis-tered prior to March 15 or $20 for late registration.

“These workshops and tours are designed to address issues and chal-lenges faced by farmers to help them develop or grow a direct marketing operation,” says Megan Bruch, market-ing specialist with the UT Center for Profitable Agriculture.

Direct marketing of agricul-tural products from the farm to the consumer is a growing segment of agriculture. According to the USDA

Census of Agriculture, from 1997 to 2007, the state experienced a 33 per-cent increase in the number of farms involved in direct marketing and an 83.5 percent increase in the total value of agricultural products sold to consumers. In 2007, direct marketing accounted for more than $15 million in sales for state farms.

Space is limited, so early regis-tration is recommended. Additional information and registration forms are available on-line at cpa.utk.edu or by calling 931-486-2777.

Tennessee Farm Fresh is a joint effort of the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture to promote the sale of Tennessee farm products directly from the farm to the consumer. Learn more about the program or where to find fresh and local products at www.TnFarmFresh.com. t

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The University of Tennessee Extension, the UT Institute for Public Service and the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development have announced the names of eight test communities for a statewide pilot program – Creating a Rural Entrepreneurial System in Tennessee (CREST). The CREST pro-gram will assist rural communities in Tennessee in transforming their local economies through the develop-ment of key components required for entrepreneurship and small business development.

While the U.S. continues to battle high unemployment rates and a reces-sion, many community leaders are looking for innovative ways to create jobs and economic activity. To do so, leaders are now embracing a growing trend in the economic development world – entrepreneurship and small business development. According to a 2008 University of Tennessee report, Tennessee entrepreneurs generated more than $23 billion of the state’s total personal income and represented 84 percent of all Tennessee employer firms in 2006, demonstrating strong economic potential.

Dr. Tim Cross, dean of UT Extension, welcomes the opportunity to collaborate in the program. “UT Extension is uniquely positioned to help with this pilot program. We have offices and personnel located in the participating communities and our campus-based rural development experts are well qualified to help the communities launch local efforts to improve entrepreneurship and business development,” he said. Dr. Michael Wilcox, a rural development specialist with the UT Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, will lead the project.

The selected pilot communities for the CREST program include: Crossville/Cumberland County, McMinn County, Hohenwald/Lewis County, Perry County, Pulaski/Giles County, Dyersburg/Dyer County, Paris/Henry County and Weakley County.

Each was selected based on eco-nomic need, demonstrated success in developing public-private partner-ships; commitment to small business and entrepreneurship development; and willingness to participate in an eighteen-month process that includes training, strategic planning and techni-cal assistance.

At the culmination of the planning process, each community will develop a locally-based project meant to foster local entrepreneurship and small busi-ness. A $2,000 grant will be provided to each community to help offset the project costs. The development of the pilot program and its participat-ing communities will be documented by University staff and compiled into a manual for community leaders considering new strategies to foster entrepreneurship and small business strategies in their local economies.

“Small business and entrepreneur-

ship provide a solid foundation for economic development in all commu-nities,” said Dr. Mary Jinks, vice president of public service for UT. “We believe the Creating a Rural Entrepreneurial System in Tennessee program will provide a tremendous boost to these eight areas, and go a long way in helping them develop positive and long-lasting busi-ness options.”

The launch of the pilot pro-gram was made possible through a partnership between the University of Tennessee and the Tennessee Department of Economic and

Community Development.“The launch of the Creating a Rural

Entrepreneurial System in Tennessee program signifies a turning point in economic development for rural com-munities,” said Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Matt Kisber. “We are honored to play a role in the creation and development of a program that will spark economic development in many Tennessee com-munities and, consequentially, bring better jobs to the area.”

In addition, the United States

Department of Agriculture and Delta Regional Authority awarded the University of Tennessee’s Extension Service with a $23,750 grant in sup-port of the program. The Tennessee Valley Authority is working with University Extension staff in the development of community statistical databases and will share its research on the retail industry. The Tennessee Departments of Tourism and Tourist Development and Agriculture have also pledged to assist communities that identify tourism and agricultural-related projects. t

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You know, there are two sides to every storyMy name is Pettus Read and I’m a meat eater. No bones about it (no pun intended), but I do enjoy a good steak every now and then. I have been known to eat chicken that is finger licking good, headed to the border for a beef taco, asked many times “Where’s the beef,” and just like actor Sam Neill from the movie Jurassic Park fame, I also promote the human instinctive manner of searching out the smell of cooking steaks at cookouts. I must say I know what’s for dinner and it doesn’t take a full orchestra playing Aaron Copeland’s Rodeo to get me to the table either. And, I’m also an agricul-turalist who cares for the humane treatment of all farm animals.

Lately, the animal agriculture industry has been attacked for the mishandling of animals on a few farms across this entire country. Being one who was born and raised on a Tennessee farm, I must say some of the video shown I didn’t like either. But, also being one who still lives on a Tennessee farm who has neighbors and friends who produce animals for the meat and dairy industry, I’m somewhat offended by the insinu-ation that all farmers mistreat their animals, which is further from the truth. In fact, I’m very offended by such an insinuation when I know that much of the information for many of these “investigations” comes from groups who have an objective of hurting animal agriculture and promoting the cause for humans to become vegetarians. Now, let it be known that I have nothing against vegetarians. If that is the direction you choose to have all your meals, then that is fine with me.

My mother always told me to eat my vegetables and I do so as mama instructed, but I also enjoyed mama’s fried chicken, pork chops and steak and gravy as well. Eat what you like and I’ll eat what I like. However, forcing farmers out of business is no reason to make sure that a big salad is on everyone’s menu.

It just amazes me how a few bad characters in any industry or busi-ness can cause so much heartache for everyone involved. There’s not a

farmer I have spoken with who con-dones mistreating animals and most of them would like to get a hold of those who are shown in some of those videos being broadcast across the country on TV and teach them proper handling of livestock. I work for Farm Bureau and have heard personally from our members that they are committed to caring for ani-mals in a manner that protects their animals’ well being and condemn

the willful abuse of any animal. All of the dairy producers I know have as their number one concern the welfare of their animals they are caring for. They tend to their dairy cows every day of the year, making sure their animals have fresh water and feed. There are no holidays on a dairy farm, no vacations from daily milkings, and any dairy farmer worth their salt knows that good care of their cows leads to healthy and safe food for the consumers.

We have the safest food supply in the world. This country’s agricul-ture system is the most efficient on this planet thanks to innovation, technology and farmers who are committed to running safe opera-tions that produce safe and healthy food. Today’s farmers and ranchers employ the latest proven advances in animal handling, health and care. In fact, the Beef Quality Assurance Program (BQA) begun in the 1980s,

incorporated animal welfare prac-tices into its producer education programs. Thus proving the farm-ing community has been involved in animal welfare even before it became an “in” thing to do. The website www.conversationsoncare, reports that The Producer Code of Cattle Care, developed by the BQA Advisory Board in 1996, served as the first formalized animal welfare guidelines for the beef industry, laying the groundwork for how pro-ducers care for their animals today. It called for producers to provide necessary food, water and care to protect the health and well being of animals. It also requires produc-ers to provide disease prevention practices to protect herd health - including access to veterinary care and provide facilities that allow safe, humane and efficient movement and/or restraint of cattle.

It also requires producers to provide personnel with the training and experience needed to properly handle and care for cattle. And, in some cases, no matter how much you train some folks, there will be times some personnel do not follow the guidelines and when that hap-pens, it is time to retrain or remove that personnel. Consideration of the animal’s well being should and will be the main focus of farmers I know who are in animal agriculture. If you have concerns, talk to a farmer near you and let them tell their side of the story. Just like a bridge, every sub-ject has two sides. You have to be involved with both of them to cross troubled waters and it is time to hear the other side. And, the other side is the farmer’s side. t

By Pettus ReadEditor

Governor Phil Bredesen recently announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture has approved his request for federal farm assistance for five additional Tennessee counties due to excessive rain and flooding that occurred in September and October.

“The 2009 growing season was certainly unpredictable and challeng-ing for many of our state’s farmers. This disaster designation will be important for helping those who experienced significant crop losses during last year’s unusually wet har-vest,” said Bredesen.

Bredesen made the request in a Dec. 11 letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. The five coun-ties designated as primary natural disaster areas include: Claiborne, Cocke, Rutherford, Sevier and Union.

The designation makes farmers in these counties eligible to apply for assistance, including emergency loans and supplemental farm payments, through their local USDA Farm Service Agency. Also qualifying as second-ary, adjoining disaster counties are: Anderson, Bedford, Blount, Campbell, Cannon, Coffee, Davidson, Grainger,

Greene, Hamblen, Hancock, Jefferson, Knox, Marshall and Williamson.

With this announcement, a total of 21 Tennessee counties have qualified for a primary natural disaster designa-tion due to excessive rain during the 2009 harvest. In December, USDA named 16 other counties as primary natural disasters including: Bradley, Chester, Cumberland, Hamilton, Hardeman, Lauderdale, Macon, McMinn, McNairy, Meigs, Polk, Rhea, Shelby, Smith, Trousdale and Wilson.

Farmers in affected counties reported crop losses ranging from 20

to 50 percent for major crops including corn, soybeans, cotton and tobacco. Some counties reported receiving record rainfall of as much as 10 to 12 inches during what are normally the driest months of the year.

USDA projected significantly higher yields in 2009 for most major Tennessee crops as compared to the previous two drought years; however, heavy rains hurt both crop yields and quality because of rotting, mold and other disease problems. Farmers also reported losses for hay, pumpkins and other specialty crops. t

Bredesen announces federal farm assistance for five more counties

The ag agenda

By Bob StallmanAmerican Farm Bureau President


Ag turns into trade warfare in WashingtonExports are essential to the prosperity of U.S. agriculture. You could say that trade is the backbone of agriculture since about 25 percent of the total volume of U.S. farm production is exported, and many U.S. commodities have even a higher dependence on world trade.

Unfortunately, it seems U.S. agri-cultural trade has gone to the curb. World Trade Organization talks have been stalled for years and are one breath away from being dead. Instead of picking up the slack and passing bilateral trade agreements, Congress sits on its hands ignoring already-negotiated trade deals while other countries take advantage of our idle-ness. Consequently, what should have been significant trade opportunities for U.S. agriculture has turned into trade warfare in Washington.

Longing for the goLden ageThis year, more than 600 bilateral

and regional trade agreements will be negotiated around the world. Sadly, the U.S. will have a share in less than 20 of these trade deals. While President Barack Obama called for doubling U.S. exports over the next five years in his State of the Union address, getting Congress to act is another matter.

Whatever happened to the United States’ golden age that was forward-thinking, opportunity-driven and ahead of the game in bridging the global divide? Now, our trade mantra seems to be more about protectionism, as opposed to expansion, giving way to 144 countries that have passed us in the trade arena and are currently negotiat-ing or planning to negotiate trade deals that do NOT include the United States.

The United States used to be the

John Wayne of global exports, but now we better resemble the cartoon charac-ter Droopy Dog.

While the U.S. is not opening mar-kets through new trade agreements, many other countries are negotiating bilateral and regional agreements that are reducing the U.S. agriculture indus-try’s competitiveness and market share around the world.

For example, while we urge Congress to expedite passage of the Colombia, Panama and Korea free trade agreements that have been held up in Congress for several years, the European Union is moving forward with its own Korea agreement and hoping it can beat us to the punch.

the Big screen, the Big pictUreAgricultural trade is not only critical

to the industry, but an aggressive trade agenda is important for the U.S. econo-my and the creation of American jobs.

It’s estimated that the drop in agriculture exports from 2008-09 cost roughly 160,000 American jobs. So while leaders in Washington continue with what I call ‘happy talk’ about job creation, when it comes to doing things that actually would create jobs—like furthering global trade—they aren’t doing it.

The positive impact of exports, such as job creation, will continue to be diminished as long as the U.S. is not moving forward with an agriculture trade agenda. That’s why it’s critical we urge Congress to pass pending trade deals and work with the administra-tion to seek new export opportunities instead of continuing with disruptive and damaging trade warfare.

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Plans discussed for Lewisburg dairy herdUniversity of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture officials met with Marshall County leaders in January to reiterate that the Jersey herd at the UT Institute of Agriculture Research and Education Center in Lewisburg will not be moved as had been previously considered. The change in focus regarding the center’s operations was also discussed.

The center’s research focus will be narrowed to issues related to produc-tion and reproductive physiology. “We will pursue value-added opportuni-ties to increase revenue generated through milk sales and we will become more active in marketing the genet-ics of this outstanding Jersey herd,” explained Dr. Bill Brown, dean of UT AgResearch. “We are working with the Jersey Association to produce high quality heifers and bulls for sale to dairy producers. Regionalization is also part of the plan to meet the economic challenges facing the center, and discussions with a neighboring land-grant institution are moving forward. “No agreements have been made yet, but we are optimistic,” Brown said.

Brown; Dr. Joseph DiPietro, UT vice president for agriculture; and Dr. John Wilkerson, AgResearch assistant dean, met with Marshall County Mayor Joe Boyd Liggett; County Commissioner and President of the Dairy Producers Association Tony White; and Jimmy Ogilvie, Marshall County Farm Bureau president, at the Marshall County UT Extension office to fully brief them on

the details of the plan.Federal stimulus funds had

allowed a delay in moving the herd that would have occurred during the last fiscal year, which ended June 30. Plans to address budget reductions included moving the herd, but never included closing the center.

“We have worked with Marshall County officials and those conversa-tions have resulted in an option that satisfies Marshall County’s desire to have the herd remain in Lewisburg and meets the center’s necessary bud-get reductions,” DiPietro explained.

By July 2011 when the fed-eral stimulus money runs out, the UT AgResearch budget will be 13 to 15 percent less than it was in fiscal year 2009. The budget reductions are necessitating a review of all Institute of Agriculture operations. Other units of the Institute, including the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, the College of Veterinary Medicine, and Extension will be dealing with additional cuts in state support totaling between $10 and $11.5 million in reductions for the entire Institute of Agriculture.

The Institute of Agriculture is committed to the dairy producers in Tennessee and intends to meet the research and educational needs of the state’s dairy industry. The Institute is in the process of hiring an additional dairy faculty member to help fulfill that commitment. t

Peterson-Davis visit - Rep. Lincoln Davis (D-Tenn.) and House Ag Committee Chairman Collin Peterson (D-Minn.) meet with President Upchurch and local farmers at TFBF headquarters in Columbia to discuss issues that affect agriculture here at home, as well as across the country.

tennessee dogwood facts:

• Tennessee is the number one producer of dogwoods in the U.S.

• Grown from Carter to Obion Counties

• Comprise 20 percent of nursery sales – about $55 million


afghanistan gets hope in the form of agricultural help

innovative agricultureBy Melissa Burniston

Assistant Director of Communications

In the war stricken country of Afghanistan, most people think only of the insurgents or terrorists hiding in remote parts of the country, but what of the people left behind? The ones who are trying to pick up the pieces left and build back a way of life they haven’t seen in many years? The United States Government has not forgotten about those people and over a year ago sent a team of more than 60 soldiers from Tennessee whose specialization was in agri-culture to help those people begin the process of redeveloping their agricultural land and knowledge in order that they may become more self-sufficient.

“We worked on bee keeping proj-ects, cool storage developments to help extend their marketing season, helped put in cold frame greenhouses to extend their growing season in several areas, did training projects with the Afghanistan Veterinarian Association for health practices with livestock, did goat, sheep and poul-try husbandry training, trying to just rebuild their agricultural sector. We did a lot of work with fruit tree pruning and spraying techniques,” said Sergeant Bob Moore, a Tennessee native and one of the team under the command of Colonel Jim Moore, who spent a year in Afghanistan training Afghans how to utilize their natural resources to be able to feed themselves.

The team also began work on a demonstration farm in one prov-ince, where training in irrigation and livestock will take place for the new

agricultural director over there. Agriculture is the main source of

income and livelihood for a majority of Afghans, especially in rural areas. Eighty percent of the population is involved in farming, and a strength-ened agricultural sector could be a stepping stone for economic growth and improved stability. So, all of the soldiers in this mission were special-ized in an agricultural field of some kind in order to assist in the rebuilding of Afghanistan’s agricultural technol-ogy and ability.

“They (the Afghan people) were excited about the progress we were able to make. I worked closely in forming the bee keepers association and it grew from 22 members when it started to over 80 members now and that’s projected to bump over 400 members when the next train-ing project goes through. And the trainees are selected from females without another source of income, returning bee keepers and returning refugees. We got to build 700 new bee colonies while we were over there. The veterinary association was very receptive, overall we had a good reception,” Moore, whose expertise was in livestock and forages, but was well-rounded in all areas, said.

Moore, who works with the Tennessee Department of Agriculture and teaches part time at Austin Peay State University in the agricultural department, says that while there is a very real threat of being killed, the mission of these Agribusiness Development Teams, or ADTs, is very

rewarding and is vital to helping Afghanistan regain its footing.

“It’s an important mission, it’s important to help develop the Afghans capability of feeding themselves and to redevelop their economy. I’m very proud of what we were able to accom-plish, naturally you wish you could accomplish so much more, but it’s a very worthwhile endeavor and I think these ADT’s can make a very important contribution to bringing about peace on a long term basis,” Moore said.

Moore says the most challenging aspect of their time over there was the security it took every time you left the wire. Four MRAPs (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicles) and 20 men were required at a minimum for every project, a huge amount of every preparation that went into every mis-sion on the part of the security force and leadership. But the group of men he worked with was the sharpest unit he’s ever seen or been a part of, a great group of men hand-picked from across the state to go on the agricultural mis-sion to Afghanistan.

As the group from Tennessee’s time in Afghanistan came to an end, an Agribusiness Development Team from Oklahoma took over. The ultimate goal of all the ADT teams going to Afghanistan is to revitalize the country’s agriculture, to bring back the decades of experience and knowledge lost when farmers and agricultural leaders became refugees. Moore said after three decades of war, so much informa-tion and knowledge has been lost and it is their job to help them recover that

knowledge and learn how to incorpo-rate it back into production agriculture.

“The most rewarding part is when the projects come into fruition. After all the hard work you put into them, you can actually see them completed. I got to see a furniture training project completed, part of a text book project completed, some of the cool storage and greenhouses construction com-pleted, and saw the completion of the beehive construction, or bee boxes, as the Afghans interpret it. Those have got to be the sweet reward that you get from a mission like this, when you see something finally coming togeth-er,” Moore said.

Although the Tennessee team returned to the U.S. in January, Moore says agriculture is a year-round activ-ity and it will take years to rebuild the infrastructure in Afghanistan. He will continue to work with the team from Oklahoma over there now through email and telephone for the upcom-ing months, but feels they made a great start with all the projects accom-plished during their time overseas.

As we continue hearing stories from overseas of the terrorist threats and bombings, it is nice to be able to think of the positive work going on as well. Giving a nation the ability and knowledge to be able to stand on their own feet and feed themselves is some-thing that won’t soon be forgotten by those people, and, as Moore said, should be a key to bringing peace on a long term basis to a country where peace isn’t something they’ve seen for a very long time. t

The Tennessee Young Leaders Conference, an effort put on by the Tennessee Council of Cooperatives, was held at the Music City Sheraton in Nashville February 12 and 13, where more than 250 young people from across the state came together for a weekend of leadership development, issues training and networking.

A tour of Tennessee Farmers Co-op headquarters kicked things off Friday afternoon, followed by a first-timers orientation and a dinner with featured speaker Dr. David Hunter, a former pro-fessor with the University of Tennessee. Dr. Hunter told the audience “to be successful in life, exercise PMS daily – physical, mental and spiritual health are keys to ensuring success in life.”

On Saturday, the young leaders

heard from Tennessee Farm Bureau Director of Public Affairs Rhedona Rose as she outlined the ABC’s of what is on the horizon for agriculture this legislative session. She stressed animal issues, budget concerns and campaigns. After she spoke, the young leaders broke into breakout sessions, where topics included social media - a conversation, where Journal Communications’ Kim Newsom and TFBF’s Melissa Burniston outlined what social media was and how to best utilize it for your farm or busi-ness; beginning farmer programs, where Gene Davidson, state director, Farm Service Agency, talked about the resources available to new producers; value added and energy, where Bobby Goode, state director, USDA Rural

Development, spoke of the varying ways to add value to your operation and the opportunities out there in energy; and the Tennessee Biofuels Initiative, where Lewis Buck, manager, Tennessee Biomass Supply Co-op, Genera Energy, outlined the future plans and strategies of the biofuels industry in Tennessee.

When the conference attendees broke for lunch, they were entertained by dairy processor and NFL referee Walt Coleman. His message was to thank the producers for all their hard work in feeding the world and to share some humorous stories about referee-ing in the NFL. “The two careers are actually a lot alike, no one cares what happens until something goes wrong and then it’s your fault. In agriculture,

no one thinks about it until there is a scare, and then they want to know all about it; with being a ref, no one notic-es us until something goes wrong and all of a sudden its my fault!” He told the leaders to persevere and never give up, because what they do matters to the whole world.

After an afternoon of networking and seeing some of the areas attrac-tions, the young leaders met back for dinner, where American Farm Bureau Young Farmer and Rancher Chair Will Gilmer spoke about the importance of telling your story and getting the positive side of agriculture’s story told, followed by an auction benefiting Agriculture in the Classroom and the John Willis Memorial Scholarship pro-gram was held. t

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Tennessee Livestock Producers (TLP), Columbia, Tenn., was honored with a Hereford Industry Innovator Award by the American Hereford Association (AHA) Jan. 14. Darrell Ailshie, TLP general manager, was presented the award during a ceremony at the National Western in Denver. TLP was chosen for this award because of the organization’s commitment to increas-ing the value of Hereford feeder calves through the Tennessee Hereford Marketing Program (THMP).

Since 1932, Tennessee Livestock Producers has been the marketing affiliate of Tennessee Farm Bureau. Through TLP, Ailshie and a group of other concerned cattlemen, from the Tennessee Hereford Association and the Tennessee Polled Hereford Association, began the THMP sale more than a decade ago because they saw a need for an organized marketing outlet for Hereford and Hereford-influ-enced calves.

Although it started out small, about 200-300 head sold in the office of the TLP auction facility in Columbia, the first year, it has grown to 852 head sold this year from 66 consignors. Not only that, it has inspired similar programs across the country to aid

producers in marketing their Hereford calves for a premium.

AHA board member John Woolfolk is the coordinator for the Livestock Producers Genetics program, a divi-sion of TLP. Woolfolk says TLP goes above and beyond to help Hereford breeders. “Two or three times Darrell’s given orders to buyers working in local sale barns to buy Hereford calves that came through the TLP barn. These calves were grouped, backgrounded and then sent to a Certified Hereford Beef participating feedlot. Persons selling those calves never realized that they had a Hereford friendly buyer at the auction that day.”

Ailshie says about accepting the award on behalf of TLP, “I feel like a turtle on a fence post; I’m up there where everybody can see, but some-body had to help me get up there. I am so excited to accept this rec-ognition for our company, our state Hereford marketing committee and all those folks who have put in the time to make it work, because with-out them I’d still be in the dirt. I give all the credit to the cooperative spirit and effort, and the ‘get it done atti-tude’ of those folks who have worked hard for this over the years.” t

The Tennessee Association of Conservation Districts (TACD) is host-ing an upcoming forum for the 2010 gubernatorial candidates to address rural and agriculture concerns in Tennessee. All seven candidates for Tennessee governor have been invited to address convention attendees on Monday, March 1, 2010 at the Nashville Airport Marriott.

Candidates from both political parties will be given an opportunity to address a wide range of rural and agri-cultural issues that impact Tennessee landowners and producers. The forum is part of the 66th annual TACD Convention, which brings agriculture and natural resource conservation professionals together from across the state. The theme for this year’s con-vention is Clean Water: A Dwindling Resource. Deputy Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, Paul Sloan, and Margo Farnsworth, with the Cumberland River Compact, will address water issues during the open-ing session on Monday.

The candidates for governor will address the convention on Monday afternoon, beginning at 2:00 p.m., and will be asked questions about their views and policies on water quantity and quality; farmland protection; production and economic issues in agriculture and other significant farming issues.

The gubernatorial forum, on Monday afternoon, is open to the public, but registration is required for other events during TACD’s 66th annual meeting. The forum is hosted by the Tennessee Association of Conservation Districts with supporting sponsor-ship from the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation, the Tennessee Cattlemen’s Association and the Tennessee Pork Producers Council. For more informa-tion about the 2010 TACD Convention or gubernatorial forum, please con-tact Michelle Banks with the TACD Convention Planning Committee at [email protected] or 931-762-6913, ext. 3; or Danny Sells, TACD Executive Director, at [email protected] or 423-737-7667. t

Gubernatorial candidates to participate in ag forum

TLP honored with Hereford Industry Innovator award


Tennessee Farm Bureau President Lacy Upchurch accepts the Pinnacle Award from American Farm Bureau President Bob Stallman for overall outstanding program achievement combined with membership growth.

Tennessee voting delegates Charlie Hancock, Andy Holt and Eric Maupin discussing agricultural issues to be voted on during the business session of the American Farm Bureau’s 91st Annual Meeting.

Eric and Jo Ann Maupin of Dyer County were the runners-up in the YF&R Achievement contest. They receive a Case IH Farmall Tractor. The Achievement Award recognizes young farmers and ranchers who have excelled in their farming or ranching operations and exhibited superior leadership abilities. Participants are evaluated on a combination of their agricultural operation’s growth and financial progress, Farm Bureau leadership and leadership outside Farm Bureau.

Tennessee Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee State Chair Jane May, with American Farm Bureau President Bob Stallman and American Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Chair Terry Gilbert, at the American Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Luncheon.

Andy Holt of Weakley County advanced to the Sweet 16 round of the discussion meet competi-tion during the Young Farmer and Ranchers events. The Discussion Meet simulates a committee meeting in which active discussion and participation are expected. Participants are evaluated on their ability to exchange ideas and information on a predetermined topic.

AFBF President Bob Stallman shows off the signing the “Don’t Cap Our Trade” petition at the tradeshow. Delegates at the business session unanimously approved a special resolution to strongly oppose cap and trade proposals before Congress.


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The Seattle farmers market, or Public Market, is a must see when in the area. From fresh produce to fish and unique gifts, this market has something for everyone.

People come from all over the world to see Pike Place Fish Market’s world famous crew of fishmongers throwing fish and having fun with customers.

Another tour stop for Tennessee Farm Bureau members was Skagit Gardens, a wholesale nursery, located in Mt. Vernon. They have more than 3,000 items grown on more than 60 acres.

Members also got to see up close the different varieties offered. Skagit Gardens provides plants to more than 90 customers in Tennessee.

The Golden Glen Creamery was a popular destination with convention goers as they claim to serve Washington’s best glass-bottled milk prod-ucts, farmstead butter and artisan cheeses.

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Beef Cattle OutlookBy Emmit L. Rawls

UT Professor Agricultural Economics

This year’s cattle inventory rebounds across the stateCattle and calves on Tennessee farms totaled 2.04 million head, an increase of 3 percent over January, 2009. A year ago the inventory was 1,980,000 head, the lowest since 1961. The U.S. cattle inventory was one percent smaller compared to a year ago according to the National Agricultural Statistics Tennessee Field Office. Tennessee’s beef cow herd at 997,000 was up 5 percent, while beef replacement heifers were up 13 percent. Both numbers are in sharp contrast to the U.S. inventory where beef cows were down 1 percent and beef replacement heifers were down 2 percent. The U.S. herd has declined in 12 of the past 14 years due to increas-ing cost and declining prices, resulting in narrow profit margins in most parts of the country.

It is likely that Tennessee’s increase in numbers was due to herd rebuilding following the drought in 2007 and in parts of the state in 2008. The increase will be welcome news to those agri-businesses that support the beef cattle industry in the state. Profitability of beef cattle business is of greatest importance, but producers rely on the agribusiness to provide necessary supplies, marketing and other support services.

Other beef inventories of inter-est were steers over 500 pounds were unchanged from a year ago; bulls over 500 pounds were up 7 percent; and calves under 500 pounds were up 2 percent. The calf crop produced in 2009 at 950,000 was unchanged from the 2008 crop. In contrast the U.S. calf

crop was down one percent, following a 200,000 head upward adjustment from the estimate last July.

One surprise in the report was the 2 percent increase in U.S. milk replace-ment heifers. All milk cows were 3 percent lower across the country, but it appears that some producers are gear-ing up for expected higher prices as a result of the smaller dairy herd. Dairy cow slaughter was up 9.2 percent last year, and boosted by the dairy herd buyout. In Tennessee the milk cow inventory was down 10 percent at 53,000 head with milk replacement heifers totaling 35,000 head, a 22 per-cent drop.

These inventory changes confirm that due to a period of drought in some areas and low profitability, the cattle herd is not expected to grow for another year or two. The beef supply situation is very positive and poised for a price increase when consumer demand improves. Unemployment will need to decline from its near 10 percent level, and consumers will need to feel more secure about their current and future incomes.

Export demand is expected to improve this year with the weaker dollar and improving economies for our export customers. Supplies of competing meats, especially pork, will be supportive of beef prices, though there are concerns about the shut-down of poultry exports to Russia. This will likely make supplies of price competitive chicken more abundant for income stressed consumers. t

In these uncertain days of gov-ernment regulations, extremist environmental and animal rights groups, and tough economic times, it is essential that those involved in agriculture stand up and speak out. It is fact that the number of people actively engaged in production agriculture and the amount of land used to do so is steadily declining. However, our love and appreciation for producing and protecting food, fiber, and natural resources for the good of others is as strong as ever. In fact, to continue to make ends meet in the agricultural industry today agriculturalists must have a stronger appreciation for agricul-tural production than ever before. Be proud of your professions, be an activist for agriculture, encourage others to be involved, stand up, share your stories, and speak your mind to protect your livelihood and the backbone of America!

During the American Farm Bureau Convention held in Seattle, Tennessee YF&R members proved once again that Tennessee Young Farmers are dedicated to cultivat-ing positive strides for agriculture and rural lifestyles. Eric and Jo Ann Maupin were the runners up in the Agriculture Achievement Award Contest. The Achievement Award recognizes young farmers and ranchers who have excelled in their farming or ranching operations and exhibited superior leadership abilities. Participants are evaluated on a combination of their agricultural operation’s growth and financial progress, Farm Bureau leadership, and leadership outside Farm Bureau. The Maupins won a compact Case IH tractor.

Brian and Samantha McLerran represented Tennessee in the Excellence in Agriculture Contest, finishing in the top ten. The Excellence in Agriculture Award recognizes young farmers and ranchers who actively contribute and grow through their involve-ment in agriculture and Farm Bureau. The award is designed for an individual or couple who do not generate the majority of their income from normal pro-duction agriculture. Participants are judged on a combination of their involvement in agriculture, leadership ability, and participa-tion in Farm Bureau and other organizations. Brian and Samantha prepared and presented a power point highlighting their beef cattle operation, Samantha’s medi-cal practice and their leadership experiences.

Andy Holt proudly represent-ed Tennessee in the Discussion Meet Contest. Andy advanced to

the sweet sixteen. The discussion meet competition is designed to simulate a committee meeting and is evaluated on an exchange of ideas and information on a pre-determined topic. Contestants offering the best construc-tive criticism, cooperation, and communication while analyz-ing agricultural problems and developing solutions advance to elimination rounds.

The Tennessee Young Leaders Conference was held February 12-13, at the Music City Sheraton in Nashville. Highlights of the event included a tour of the Tennessee Farmers Cooperative in LaVergne, a motivational keynote address by Dr. David Hunter, and breakout sessions. The breakout sessions covered topics such as utilizing social media, programs for beginning farmers, and value added energy. Rhedona Rose and Stephen Maupin hosted “Ham and Issues” detailing legislative updates and issues. The annual auction benefiting the John Willis Memorial Scholarship Fund was the climax of the Saturday eve-ning program.

The State YF&R Committee enjoyed a trip to the National YF&R Leadership Conference in Tulsa, Okla., February 19-22. The event offered an opportunity to network with YF&R members from across the country, visit several great agricultural production opera-tions, and hear several talented speakers. Committee members were privileged to hear Chris Chinn, former American YF&R chairman and manager of her fam-ily’s 1,200 head sow operation and feed mill. Mike Henning, founder of Henning Management and Consulting firm and author of four books addressed the participants during Sunday’s general session. Little People, Big World TV Star, Matt Roloff, delivered the keynote address on the closing night.

It is time to select a par-ticipant from each county to participate in the Agriculture Achievement Contest, better known as Young Farmer of the Year. This is a great opportunity to tell our story. Applications are due May 15. Encourage new members to become involved on a local and state level. Applications for con-tests and other Tennessee YF&R information can be found at www.tnfarmbureau.org under the pro-grams tab.

“Trade increases the wealth and glory of a country; but its real strength and stamina are to be looked for among the cultivators of the land.” - 1st Earl of Chatham, William Pitt. t

Yf&r reportChristy Rogers Brown

2010 YF&R Reporter

Taste of Elegance top chefs - Chef Joe DeGuira, Loews Vanderbilt Hotel, received first place honors at this year’s Tennessee Pork Producers annual Taste of Elegance contest, pictured in the center. From left: Chef Forrest Parker of Gaylord Opryland Hotel who received third place, Chef Laurie Potts of the Wildhorse Saloon who received the Best Use of Tennessee Products award, DeGuira, Chef Rick Kahre of J&M Catering who received second place and Best Visual Display, and TPPA President Jamie Weaver. Nashville’s News Channel 5 morning anchor Steve Hayslip, not shown, received the “Friend of Pork Award” from the TPPA.


UT AgReseach expands Field Day scheduleOutreach programs continue to be a major emphasis of the University of Tennessee AgResearch efforts, with 13 field days and three special events planned for 2010. The schedule is as diverse as the producers of this state, with events that offer growers and consumers alike a chance to learn about the latest information in agricul-ture and gardening.

The Field Day schedule begins in April and runs through October, and it is at these events that AgResearch specialists will present new informa-tion on how to increase agricultural production, improve the sustainability of Tennessee farms, and raise aware-ness of the importance of agriculture to our state’s consumers. Held at UT Research and Education Centers across the state, field day visitors can see new demonstrations, examine research trial results, and speak one-on-one with UT experts. Plus, most field days feature a trade show where vendors display new equipment, products or crafts.

A new addition to the 2010 Field Day Schedule is the Cotton Tour at the West Tennessee Research and Education Center on September 8.

This year also marks the return of the bi-annual Milan No-Till Field Day at the Research and Education Center at Milan on July 22.

In addition to the field days, AgResearch will also host three spe-cial events. The new Fall Gardeners’ Festival is a chance for garden lovers to see unique horticultural exhibits and purchase great performing plants. It will take place at the Plateau Research and Education Center in Crossville on August 31.

Meanwhile the Heritage Festival at Ames Plantation and the Fall Folklore Jamboree at the Research and Education Center at Milan will con-tinue to celebrate the cultural legacy of early West Tennessee settlers. Those events take place on October 9 and October 16, respectively.

All field days and special events are open to the public and most are free of charge. A complete listing of times and locations is available at the UT Institute of Agriculture website: http://agriculture.tennessee.edu/news/FieldDays/. Additional informa-tion for each event will be posted online as it becomes available. t

Organic Crops Field Tour - April 29 East Tennessee REC, Knoxville

Tobacco & Forage Production - May 13 REC at Greenville

Tennessee Healthy Hardwoods - June 5 Forest Resources REC, Tullahoma

Beef & Forage - June 10 East Tennessee REC, Blount Unit

Fruits of the Backyard - June 15 Middle Tennessee REC, Spring Hill

Tobacco, Beef & More -June 24 Highland Rim REC, Springfield

Summer Celebration - July 8 West Tennessee REC, Jackson

Milan No-Till - July 22 REC at Milan

Steak & Potatoes - August 3 Plateau REC, Crossville

Cotton Tour - September 8 West Tennessee REC, Jackson

Turfgrass - September 16 East Tennessee REC, Knoxville

Pumpkin - September 30 West Tennessee REC, Jackson

Northeast TN Beef Expo - October 7 REC at Greenville

Weakly County hog named grand champion – During the state 4-H and FFA Jr. Market Hog Show held at MTSU recently, Weakly County’s Ethan Rowlett had the grand champion market hog shown here. Karly Kimes of Clay County had the reserve champion. There were 469 hogs entered, 228 young exhibitors participated and 32 coun-ties were represented at the two-day event.

There are two U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs hospitals in Tennessee: one in Nashville and the other in Murfreesboro. When veterans from elsewhere in the state travel to either location for care, there’s always the problem of finding lodging for fam-ily, according to veteran advocate Al Knowles. Knowles, spokesman for the Middle Tennessee Fisher House Foundation Inc., is trying to do some-thing about it.

The Middle Tennessee foundation recently was created to raise money to build a Fisher House - “homes away from home” for veterans’ families near the two hospitals in Tennessee. Built by the nonprofit Fisher House Foundation of Maryland, 43 houses have been con-structed at military installations and VA medical centers in 16 states, plus one in Germany. Families of veterans needing hospital care can stay free at a Fisher House for as long as they like, Knowles explaines, not unlike the Ronald McDonald House charity facilities across the country. The foundation even has a frequent-flier mile donation program so relatives can get free flights if needed.

“There’s such a big need,” Knowles told the FB News. “A lot of people don’t realize there are over 650,000 veterans in the state of Tennessee alone. The Fisher House Foundation believes that families are good medicine (for wound-ed troops), and if you’re around family when you’re recuperating, you seem to recover a lot faster.”

The Middle Tennessee Fisher House Foundation has in its sights a 21-suite facility on land donated by the VA hospi-tal in Murfreesboro. The project will cost $2 million. So far, organizers have raised about $300,000 and once they reach the $400,000 mark, the national Fisher House Foundation will do a site survey for the project.

When the money is raised and the house is built, it will be turned over to the VA for administration and mainte-nance. Knowles is pushing hard to raise awareness and funds across the state in hopes of breaking ground in 2010. All donations of any amount will be appre-ciated to help veterans in Tennessee. For more information or to make a dona-tion, call (931) 363-8642 or visit www.FisherHouseMiddleTN.org. To mail your donation send it to: Middle TN Fisher House Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 233, Smyrna, TN 37167-0233. Make checks payable to Middle TN Fisher House Foundation. t

Help build a Fisher House in Tennessee


Tennessee’s agri-Events

Richland FFA Alumni Truck and Tractor PullRichland FFA Alumni Truck and Tractor Pull - April 24, 2010 starting at 2:00 p.m. at the Robert Dunnavant Memorial Park in Lynnville, Tenn. For more information contact Adam Ray at 931-638-7331. All concession pro-ceeds go to the Richland FFA Chapter. Other pulls will be September 10 and 11 starting at 6:00 each night.

WCCA Spring Heifer Sale in Gray, Tenn.The Washington County Cattlemen’s Association (WCCA) will be having their 1st Annual Spring Heifer Sale on April 9, 2010 at the Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray, Tenn. The sale will begin at 6:00pm. Producers are encouraged to come early to register for a buyer number.

The association is offering 60 heif-ers that are either bred or have a calf by side. The cattle have been screened and are excellent replacement heif-ers for anyone who is interested in improving his or her herd. Information pertaining to vaccinations of the heifers

will be provided on sale day. The heif-ers will be pregnancy checked the day of the sale by a licensed veterinary. All cattle will need to be paid for and load-ed out on the same day of the sale.

The WCCA Spring Heifer Sale will also have concessions by local FFA organizations as a fundraiser. All pro-ceeds benefit scholarships that are given annually to two outstanding youth who are interested or involved with agriculture.

For more information contact the Washington County Extension Office at (423)753-1680.

Granville Heritage Day Antique Tractor and Engine Show2010 Granville Heritage Day Antique Tractor and Engine Show, May 29 in Granville, Tenn. Events also include antique car show, Uncle Jimmy Thompson Bluegrass Festival, Civil War re-enactment, military band concert, parade, craftsment, crafts, historic buildings, grand food and much more! Granvillemuseum.com; 931-63-4511.

19th Annual Show of the Wilson County Antique Power Association in LebanonWilson County Antique Power Association is hosting their 19th annual show which will feature antique engines, tractors and trucks on Saturday, May 15 at the Ward Agriculture Center in Lebanon. Gates will open at 8:00 a.m.

Members of the American Trucks Historical Society will be displaying their antique trucks along with the antique

tractors and gas engines being displayed by members of the Wilson County Antique Power Association.

Admission to the show is free, how-ever donations will be accepted.

For more information on the show contact Johnny or Debbie Mitchell at 615-444-6944 or for the trucks contact Mark Wright 615-330-0475.

State agencies and non-profits have solidified their commitment to preserving the state’s farmland by forming the Tennessee Farmland Legacy Partnership. The partnership will serve as an authoritative resource for both farm level and community planning that promotes the preserva-tion and viability of working farms in Tennessee.

“I am pleased to see so many agencies and other groups commit-ting to protecting Tennessee’s farms from development,” said Governor Phil Bredesen. “Agriculture is an important part of our state’s economy. Healthy, productive farmland provides balance in our communities and contributes to our environment, scenic beauty and quality of life.”

The Tennessee Farmland Legacy Partnership seeks to raise awareness among farmers and other landown-ers, government officials including community planning and zoning offi-cials, developers, business and civic leaders, media and citizens as to the values, needs and opportunities for farmland preservation in the state. The partnership will also direct farmers and community officials to the techni-cal and financial programs offered by organizations and agencies related to farmland protection.

“We are proud to be among these groups working toward pre-serving farmland in Tennessee,” said Jeanie Nelson, president and executive director of The Land Trust for Tennessee. “The partnership is committed to providing farmers and community planners and leaders with the resources to help keep farms viable in Tennessee.”

“In Tennessee, we’re losing valu-able farmland to development and other non-farm uses at a rate of 100,000 acres per year,” said state Agriculture Commissioner Ken Givens. “Agriculture is a $3 billion industry at the farm level. This partnership is about giving farm families options for

keeping their land in sustainable pro-duction for future generations.”

Under the Memorandum of Agreement, partner agencies and organizations agree to:

- Share information, staff and resources.

- Collect and disseminate infor-mation to stakeholders on the preservation of working farms.

- Conduct and provide support for educational workshops and confer-ences on farmland preservation issues.

- Serve as a central resource on technical and financial programs offered by private organizations and state and federal agencies.

Partners that signed the memo-randum of agreement include the Tennessee Department of Agriculture, Cumberland Region Tomorrow, MTSU Center for Historic Preservation, Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation, Tennessee Department of Tourist Development, Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, The Land Trust for Tennessee, The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture, USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service and USDA Rural Development.

According to the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, the number of Tennessee farms in 2008 totaled 79,000, down 8,000 since 2003. Land in farms decreased during the same period from 11.5 million acres to 10.9 million acres, for an average annu-al loss of 100,000 acres. According to state agricultural officials, factors contributing to the loss of farms and farmland in the state include the loss of Tennessee’s tobacco industry, higher production costs, natural disasters and development pressures.

For more information on the Farmland Legacy Partnership, visit www.tennessee.gov/agriculture/mar-keting/legacy.html. t

Partnership works toward preserving state farmlands

groups are working toward preserving farmland in Tennessee - Representing a cross-section of agriculture in Tennessee, from left: Stefan Maupin, Tennessee Farm Bureau; Brandon Whitt and John L. Batey, farmers from Rutherford County; Gov. Phil Bredesen; Craig Lynch, farmer from Rutherford and Bedford counties; Commissioner of Agriculture Ken Givens and Rhedona Rose, Tennessee Farm Bureau.

new regulations expected for fruit and vegetable growers

Regulations have passed the U.S. House of Representatives and will soon come before the U.S. Senate on fruit and vegetable food safety for growers. These regulations are based on Good Agricultural Practices and third party audits. If passed in their current form, the regulations will usher in the most sweeping changes in this industry in 70 years.

Some samples of the proposed regulations for melons, tomatoes and leafy greens include:

• Produce must be washed in chlorinated wash water, and chlorine levels moni-tored. Well and spring water, as well as municipal water, must be tested for safety and test records kept. Packing equipment must be washed and sanitized daily.

•All containers will have to be either food-grade plastic, single-use cardboard or have plastic liners. These will have to be washed and sanitized with chlorine water or another approved sanitizer after each use.

•Livestock must be excluded from irrigation ponds, and if livestock are upslope from your produce field, you will need to either ask your neighbor to move their livestock or build a ditch/berm between your produce field and the livestock field to prevent runoff from flowing into the produce field.

On-farm mock demonstration audits will be held in four locations in Middle Tennessee this spring and summer. Arrangements are not yet final, so contact your local county UT Extension agent for more details. The USDA version of the guidelines are at www.ams.usda.gov/gapghp

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Classified AdsanimaLscattLe65th Tennessee Polled Hereford Association Agribition Sale, Selling 56 Lots - 14 Bulls, 42 Females, March 13, 2010, 11AM Contact/Info: Sale Manager Glenda Rickman, 731-687-3483; [email protected]; www.tpha-06.org 03-31Claybrook Angus Open House Bull Sale: March 20, 2010 12:30 PM. 30 Performance Tested Bulls Developed for Soundness. Registered and Commercial. Females for Sale. Claybrook Angus: 845 Antioch Hwy Rd Covington, TN 38019 E-mail: [email protected] Dave Turner, 901-355-5232; Carl Turner, 901-486-3937 03-36Selling 27 Commercial Black Angus/Charolais mixed cows. 25 bred females. 2 with calves on ground. 931-686-7579

angus (Black)Bulls Registered. Will transfer papers. Born September 2008. All qualify for TAEP Genetics Cost Share. $1,300 each. 901-867-3536 (home) or 901-489-5009 (cell) Email: [email protected]

Ellis Angus of Tennessee has young herd bulls for sale most all time, low birth weight, high yearling weight. We would like to invite you to our annual Female and bull sale here on the farm, 2nd Saturday in April each year. See our list of herd bull on our web page- Ellis angus.comFOR SALE: Registered Black Angus Bulls 2-3 yrs old Excellent EPDs. Robert Wagner, Loudon TN 865-740-7303FOR SALE: Angus bulls - 20 months old and ready for service. Low birth weights and milk in their genetics. Good selection to choose from. Norman Amonett, 99 Amonett Lane, Byrdstown, TN 38549. 931-864-6481FOR SALE: Large Angus registered bull 14 months to two years $1,200.00 West Fork Angus Farms, 480 Harve Brown Road, Bethpage, TN 37022. 615-888-2353For Sale: Registered Angus Bulls A.I. Sires, Net Worth, Destroyer, TC Total, Bando 1961, TC Freedom and others. Most meet the Cost Sharing Program. Mathis Angus Farms, 931-729-3864For Sale: Registered Black Angus Bulls 17-18 months old, good frame length and disposition. Performance Tested. Good 3 year old Herd Sire by Special Design L309. 40 years of selection for the best. Turrentine Angus, Shelbyville, 931-684-4859

FOR SALE: Registered Black Angus bulls and heifers, excellent bloodlines. Rock Haven Angus, Lewisburg, TN Day Time 931-703-9894; 931-364-3670 after 6PM FOR SALE: Service age bulls. A.I. sires: Traveler 004, Sitz Alliance 6595, WAR Alliance, Retail Product, IN Focus. Kenny R. Totty, Totty’s Bend Angus Farm, 3005 Totty’s Bend Road, Duck River, TN 38454 (Hickman County) 931-729-4790Registered Angus Bulls and Females. Top blood-lines, reasonable prices. Delivery available. 731-431-1165 Registered Angus Bulls up to 16 months old. Excellent quality and Epd’s, gentle disposition. Jerry Boyd, Cookeville, TN 931-526-1084 Registered Black Angus bulls, Heifers, Cows - easy calving, high milk. Ronnie Taylor, Hohenwald TN, 931-796-4245Registered Angus Heifers born Sept. 2008 the Big Type, A&1 bred then Pastor Exp. 1407 Son also cows & calves 931-528-2026

angus (red)Bulls and heifers; weaned or breeding age; popu-lar AI sires. Located near Watts Bar Lake - Hwy 58. Mercer Farm - Ten Mile, TN 423-334-3649; 423-334-5433 For Sale: AI and naturally sired registered Red Angus young bulls and heifers. Also 3 year old proven herd sire. 931-858-2429Red Angus, Simmental & SimAngus Bull and Female Sale, March 20, 2010. Bart & Sarah Jones, Layfayette, TN; www.redhillfarms.net 615-666-3098

Registered Red Angus- Service Age Bulls and bred Heifers available. Low birth weight, gentle, lots of milk. Shady Bottom Ranch, Crossville, TN 931-200-0036 For Sale Red Angus Heifer and Bull Calves. April 2009 calves. All pre reg. call 931-729-2318

BeefmasterGood, gentle BBU bulls & heifers for sale. Visitors welcome. James & Carolyn Vaughn, 9512 Bates Trail, Lyles, TN 37098. 931-670-4605Polled- Bulls for sale or lease. Our guarantee since 1972: If after the sale of his first calf crop you are not satisfied, return any bull purchased from us for full refund. HUDSON BEEFMASTER, 3140 Buffalo Road, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464. 931-829-2637

charolaisCHAROLAIS BULLS - Registered, polled, stout and gentle with balanced EPDs. Duke 914, Wind and Grid Maker genetics. Meet/exceed TAEP require-ments. Increase growth/feed conversion - decrease cost of gain. BRIDGES CHAROLAIS & CATTLE CO. Manchester, 931-334-8657. YOUR SOURCE FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE CHAROLAIS BULLS!Charolais Bulls & Heifers. Woodbury, 615-563-8996.

chiangusChiangus bulls and heifers. 865-856-3947

gelbviehFOR SALE: Gelbvieh & Balancer Bulls, Heifers - black, polled, excellent bloodlines, gentle disposition, TAEP qualified. 931-433-6132; cell 931-625-7219

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SHEEP & GOAT SALESGraded Sales every Tuesday in Fayetteville

Cow Sales, Fayetteville - Feb. 20, Mar. 20Weaned Sale, Columbia - 1st & 3rd Thursdays

Lawrence/Wayne Cattlemen's Weaned Pre-Con - March 29

Hereford Weaned Sale - April 15SEE wEbSitE For currEnt liSt

SPECIAL SALES

Tennessee Livestock ProducersHwy. 64E, FayettevilleSale Every Tuesdaybobby Eslick, manager931-433-5256/931-433-4962

VIDEO CATTLE SALES

Consignment information contact: Darrell ailshie 931-388-7872Frank Poling 931-212-9962

2010 Sale Dates - 9 AM CentralJan. 15, march 5, april 9, may 7, June 4aug. 6, Sept. 3, oct. 1, Nov. 5, Dec. 3

H.m. Eslick 931-433-5256Frank Poling 931-212-9962bobby Eslick 931-433-5256David alexander 615-300-3012

ORDER BUyING PRODUCER GENETICSAlliance Development, Herd Sire Purchasing,

Cattle Breeding & Marketing Consultation

Richard brown 931-239-9785John Woolfolk 931-388-7872

Somerville Livestock MarketHwy. 59, SomervilleSale Every TuesdayDon Terry, manager901-465-9679/731-695-0353

Columbia Livestock Center1231 industrial Park Rd.Cattle Sale Every Thurs.Sheep/Goat 2nd & 4th. Fri.Frank Poling, manager931-223-8323/931-212-9962

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Classified AdsherefordMiddle Tennessee Hereford Association Annual Spring Sale - April 24, 11:30 AM, KY-TN Livestock Market, Cross Plains, TN. Selling Polled, Horned and Hereford influenced cattle. For more information: Billy Jackson, Assoc. Secretary, 615-672-4483 or 615-478-4483; Dale Smith, 918-760-1550 03-27

hereford (polled)FOR SALE: Polled Hereford and Angus bulls. They will improve growth, milk, disposition and carcass quality of your herd, can deliver, call today. JG Walker Jr., 901-465-3392, SomervilleFOR SALE: Registered Polled Hereford bulls and heifers. Good selection. Practical cattle for prac-tical cattlemen. Earl Moore, 3594 Craig Bridge Road, Williamsport, TN 38487. 931-583-2353Registered Polled Hereford bulls - herd certified and accredited, priced reasonably. Stan Webster, Chestnut Mound, 615-897-2333WTPHA Sale UT Martin. March 20, 2010. Cow/Calf Pairs, Herd Bulls, Show Heifers, Open & Bred Heifers. Gene Carter Dyersburg, TN, 731-286-1296

LimousinFOR SALE: Registered Limousin and Lim-Flex bulls and heifers, black and homozygous black. Calls and visits welcome. Prichard Limousin Farm, Brush Creek, TN, 615-683-8310; [email protected]; www.prichardlimousinfarm.comFOR SALE: Limousin bulls and heifers - black, red, polled and homozygous black. Riverside Valley Farm, Hohenwald, TN, 931-796-1638; 931-628-6730Limousin - good selection of bred cows, bulls, heifers, black & red. 615-672-4923; 615-948-3533

santa gertrudisDOUBLE-POLLED gentle Santa Gertrudis, regis-tered bulls and heifers. [email protected]; 256-566-7878Santa Gertrudis - Myers Farms - Poll bulls & heif-ers for sale. 144 Sub-Station Road, Unionville, TN 37180. 931-294-5653

shorthornRegistered Shorthorn bulls and heifers for sale - top international blood lines, EPDS available. Charles Curtis, Rickman, TN. Home 931-498-2847; office 931-388-7872, ext. 2215

Registered Shorthorn Heifers - Excellent Quality. Bill Bales, Morristown, TN. 423-586-0642

horsesCarr’s Horse and Burro Center. Young horses, $25 - $125. Good homes needed immediately. 615-654-2180; cell: 615-430-7777 03-26For Sale: Four Year Old Suffolk Stallion. Two Year Old Filly. Halter broke only. Not Registered. 731-632-3215, after 6:00 PM

mules & donkeys15 hand Sorrel Jack, blonde mane and tail, breeds mares. One coming two year old Ferrel Jack, one Riding Jenny. 50 head of Sorrels and Blacks. Evenings, 931-670-4098Guard Donkeys for Sheep and Goats. Spotted Jacks. 615-890-3257Mammoth Jacks and Jennets from 8 mos. to 2 yrs. old, good selection. Bobby Parks 423-562-2652; 423-912-3297 cell

goats & sheepBOER GOATS - full bloods, purebreds, percentag-es, solid reds, paints. A & C Boer Goats, Rockvale, TN 37153. 615-274-2215Boer Goats full blood pure bred nice young bucks ready to use, mature does. Manchester, TN 931-728-3262Dixieland Ranch - Full South African and percent-age Boers. Bucks include Rapid Fire, Remington, Jeremia. Semen available. Marshall & Janet Griffith, 5347 Trousdale Ferry Pike, Lebanon, TN 37087. Ofc: 615-449-2583; www.dixielandranch.comFainting Goats: Young nannys bred nannys. Robert B. Springer Lawrenceburg, TN. 931-762-2740Gilliam Boer Goat Farms. Quality fullblood regis-tered bloodlines including CODI/PCI. Bucks and does for sale. Walland TN, 865-982-2129. www.gilliamboergoats.comGOAT/SHEEP SALE: 2nd & 4th Friday each month. Tennessee Livestock Producers, Columbia, TN. 931-388-7872 x 2235

hogsFOR SALE: Purebred Poland China boars and gilts. Oldest Poland hog herd in the US. Bill Ligon, Old Hickory, TN. 615-758-0806

FOR SALE: Purebred Duroc, Yorkshire and Landrace boars and gilts. Bart Jones, Lafayette, TN, 615-666-3098

Birdsexotic & other BirdsSwans, Peafowls, Ornamental Pheasants, Phoenix, Japanese, Seabright, Chickens & African Geese. Woodbury, 615-563-8996

dogsAustralian Shepherd Puppies. Born Dec. 5, 2009, $250.00, 931-879-2020, for pictures email: [email protected] Shepherd pups ASCA registered. All colors, working parents, $250-$300. Call J.C. Adams, 731-297-5688Border Collies - registered, trained and started dogs. Individual training available. Imported blood lines. Priced from $200 to $1500. View at stockdogexchange.com. Call Mike 615-325-0495LABS- Beautiful, Rare Silver or Charcoal, AKC Registered, Great English Bloodlines, Blocky Heads, Short Tails. 931-580-4321; www.covenant-kennels.net Ladybug Kennel Big Sandy TN. Border Collie and Dachshund puppies registered W&S, $200 each. 731-593-3807. For pictures e-mail: [email protected] Chihuahua puppies and adults, $500 each. 931-364-7322Yorkshire Terriers, AKC Registered. Very rare Chocolate puppies. Also English Bulldogs, two outstanding female puppies, 931-205-6422; www.covenantkennels.net

exotic/other animaLsALPACAS 20 years in business - breeding stock and pet quality; Some bargains available now. FROSTGLEN 865-458-5194, leave message; [email protected]

pLantsgrassesBermudaVaughn’s #1 Bermuda clippings for planting June-July. Francis Horne, 330 Shanks Gap Road, Rogersville, TN 37857. 423-345-2929

New patented Bermuda grass developed in White County TN. Available for planting the first of June. Vaughn’s #1 hybrid Bermuda is a winter hardy, very high quality grass. Protein 16 to 22 percent and TDN of 64 to 70 percent. Very easy to establish with the normal equipment found on the average farm. Call for more information. Terrell Vaughn, 445 Bermuda Road, Walling TN 38587. 931-657-2584, fax 931-657-2586; [email protected]’s Hybrid Bermuda Hay, small squares, round rolls, barn kept. Weatherly Farms, Newsbern, TN 731-676-7166

fescue For Sale: K-31 Fescue Seed: Cleaned, bagged and germed, 55¢/lb; Combine run bagged, 38¢/lb. Bulk Combine run, 35¢/lb. Tom Calvert, 308 Pleasant Valley Road Ethridge, TN 38456 931-242-6717 or 629-9707

LespedezaFor Sale: Sericea Lespedeza Seed. Call 931-934-2745

haY & straw2009 Spring and Fall Hay Mixed Grass will deliver, 4x5 round rolls Smithville, TN. 615-406-0991FOR SALE: Vaughn’s Hybrid Bermuda Grass Hay. Horse quality, small squares or 4x5 round bales. Jerry Roach, Linden, TN. 931-593-2673Top Quality Horse and Alpaca Hay. Square bales only barn kept Bermuda, Teff, mixed grass. Located in the Lebanon/Carthage/ Hartsville area. Pre-payments reserve special orders. Contact Jim 615-374-4029; 615-390-2787

vegetaBLes & frUitsTomato Plants - 60 varieties including Heirlooms. Also pepper and vegetable plants, herbs, flowers and seed. Sweetlips Greenhouses, 3705 Sweetlips Rd, Henderson, TN 38340. 731-989-7046 sweet-lipsgreenhouse.com ANTIQUE APPLE TREES - Limbertwig, Rambo, Horse and Yellow Transparent. Catalog $3.00. Write: Urban Homestead, 818-G Cumberland Street, Bristol, VA 24201. www.OldVaApples.com. 03-16SWEET POTATO PLANTS: 12 varieties, booking orders for Spring 2010. Call for free price list. George’s Plants, 1410 Public Wells Road, Martin, TN 38237. 731-587-9477; [email protected]; www.tatorman.com

Lawn & gardenTomato Plants - 60 varieties including Heirlooms. Also pepper and vegetable plants, herbs, flowers and seed. Sweetlips Greenhouses, 3705 Sweetlips Rd, Henderson, TN 38340. 731-989-7046 sweet-lipsgreenhouse.com

Grow 1/2-dollar size muscadines &blackberries. Over 200 varieties of

fruit, nut, and berry plants.Ison’s Nursery & Vineyard

P.O. Box 190, Brooks, GA 30205.Call for free color catalog

800-733-0324www.isons.com

DEPARTS JUNE 10, AUG. 4, & SEPT. 1 2010

Your tour of the US and Canadian Rockies begins in Denver, then heads north toCheyenne, Wyoming.Travel through the Black Hills of South Dakota to Rapid City. Visit Mt.Rushmore and Crazy Horse National Memorials and more. Next, Billings, MT via Wild BillHickock and Calamity Jane’s Deadwood, and Custer’s Battlefield at the Little Big Horn.

You’ll spend two days in Yellowstone National Park and see geysers, hot springs and “OldFaithful.” Then a scenic drive through the US Rockies and Montana into Canada. On the wayto Calgary, you’ll visit Lethbridge, Ft. Macleod, “Heads-Smashed-in-Buffalo-Jump,” andWaterton Lakes National Park. You’ll visit Banff National Park, Banff town site (one night), LakeLouise, Bow Falls, Jasper National Park, the Columbia Ice Fields, and take a sno-coach rideover a glacier.

Cross over the Continental Divide, to British Columbia, travel through Yoho National Parkto Golden, BC. Then visit the Radium Hot Springs at Kootenay National Park and travel downthe western slope of the Canadian Rockies into Spokane. Your last night will be in Seattle, andon the way, you’ll visit The Grand Coulee Dam and Dry Falls before the scenic drive throughthe Wentchee Mountains to Seattle.*Price per pers., dbl. occ.; plus $149 tax, service, gov’tfees. Airfare is extra. Extend your flights by one or two days in Denver or Seattle free!

14-Day Canadian Rockies TourJoin other Farmers for amazing sightseeing in the mostpristine and beautiful countryside in North America

Starting at

$1299*Includes taxes.airfare extra.

Providing affordable fun-filled travel since 1967!

SEED FOR SALEWildlife Plot Seed – Clovers - Brassica’s

Cert.Wheat – Oats – Rye – Pasture - LawnsClemmons & Hamner Seed Inc. Killen, AL

256-757-9996


Classified AdsMorton’s Horticultural Products, Inc. Free Catalog - Greenhouses & Growers Supplies. Drip Tape, Irrigation Supplies. We Manufacture our Greenhouses. Online Catalog - www.morton-products.com 800-473-7753; [email protected] 03-07

forestrYHiwassee Timber Company a full service forest products company. Buyers of Timber and Land. 423-413-7351 03-18Panther Creek Forestry: Forestry, Timber, Wildlife Managers. Middle and East TN. 931-474-6203; www.panthercreekforestry.net 03-34

eqUipment12’ Aerator, 3400 lb. empty weight, $4,800.00, Dan Sanders, Dickson, TN. 615-351-3848; 615-789-5474Friesen seed tenders all models. 931-580-6013 03-24Lagoon Pump, Feed Bins 4 3/4 Ton, 2 3/4 Ton, L.B. White Propane Heater. 931-363-6684Used Greenhouse Equipment and supplies. 423-235-3903

tractors/impLements283 Massey Ferguson for parts. 4 tires on T, one good 16-9-28, Gateway 6 ply. $1,000.00 or best offer. 615-792-3137For Sale: 1566 IH Tractor 160 H.P., new clutch, overhaul and fuel pump, $9,000 Ethridge, TN 931-629-9707For Sale F3 Gleaner Combine, one owner, Soybean and Corn Headers, $495.00 731-460-0758

For Sale: 2005 New Holland BR770 Round Baler, 5x5 Bales. Used 2 years then sold cows, $13,900. 731-632-3100; 731-632-2223For Sale: 2355 John Deere Tractor and 1008 John Deere Mower. Call 731-536-4121For Sale: M&W 5x5 Hay Roller with net wrap, Like new, Bargain 6,000. Kuhn 17ft Hay Tedder. Athens 3 point Bog disc. 615-444-7727Good 3pt Hay-Tedder Rake $1,000. 8’ Leon Heavy Duty Front Blade with cyl $1,000. Massey Ferguson 61 Corn Picker, 1 row mounted $500. 18’ Burch Wing Disk with cyls $1,000. 510 International 10 1/2’ Grain Drill $1,000. Good New Holland 488 Mower Conditioner, 9’ with cyl $3,500. Ford 3pt Sickle Mower, 7’, 2 Blades $325. 3pt Ford 3 Bottom Trip Plow $375. 731-422-5282; 437-0196JD Combine 7720 220 Flex Header used 2009 $10,000.00 615-969-2854Matching set of 18.4 R42 R-1 Tires & Tubes, 50% tread some sidewall cracks, ideal for duals- $400.00 Dan Sanders Dickson, TN 615-351-3848; 615-789-5474Nice 1973 Ford 3000 Tractor, 3cyl, gas, appx 42 H.P. with Heavy Duty Ball Bearing Pickup Disk. $4,500. 731-422-5282; 437-0196

trUcks & traiLers1996 7.3 F250 Diesel 2WDR 350Kmi. Good cond., runs good, 16MPG $3,500 865-922-8804

other eqUipmentIrrigation System: 6 H.P. Gas Briggs and Straton Engine with Pump 816’ Aluminum Pipe 16 Rain Heads, Various fittings and connections. 931-728-5672

0-0 Frick Sawmill 54” Simon Saw 3 blade Frick Edger Plainter diesel engine. 865-740-7303For Sale: 1981-96J D-5 Cat Dozer, 931-589-5175Titan 7500 Diesel Industrial Generator 120/240 2-L5-20 1-L14-20 Receptacles Elec. start 9hp 280 lbs $2,750 865-922-8804 Used portable sawmills! Buy/Sell. Call Sawmill Exchange 800-459-2148; US & Canada; www.sawmillexchange.com 03-01

propertY31.5 acres in Christiana, Tennessee, $284,900.00 Outside Murfreesboro, Rutherford County. 4 Bedroom, 2.5 baths, detached garage. Barns, equipment sheds, owner is relative. Call Cathy Susong Hooper, Sunbridge Realty, 423-639-9050 or 1-877-528-0381 email: [email protected] 03-29For Sale By Owner: Approximately 50 acres, will divide. 731-358-2317Horse Farm 7 acres, barn. Farmhouse 8310 Middle Valley Road Hixson, TN 423-596-5105, $220,000 03-28Want to lease property in Lincoln or Giles for 2010 deer season. 423-413-8430

reaL estateEleven hundred acres Van Burean County TN $850.00 acre. Call 423-413-7351 03-21

vacation rentaLsBeautiful Smoky Mountain log cabins - near Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge. Jacuzzi, hot-tubs, porches and rockers, on trout stream, stone fireplaces, cable TV, fully furnished, hiking, $85 nightly and up. www.moorecabins.com; 423-487-5615 03-12CABINS ON COSBY CREEK - Gatlinburg, Smokies area. Hot tub, Jacuzzi, fireplace, kitchen, porches, CATV. Comfy! Cozy! Clean! 423-487-2646; www.cosbycabins.com 03-09Farm House - near Rock Island Park - furnished, daily-weekly rates. 931-668-4554; 931-235-8054; www.vrbo.com/89925 03-13GULF SHORES CONDO- 2BR, pool/beach access. Spring $600/week, Summer $800/week, Fall $500/week. 931-296-4626 03-37Gulf Shores Private Beach Homes. Sleeps 6-7, pool. Owner, 615-289-8475 03-32

Panama City Beach West end gulf front condo available in 2010. master bedroom beachside, bunkroom, 2 baths, living/ dining room, kitchen, sleeps 4-6, 11th or 14th floor, reserved parking, free beach chairs and umbrella. Call 615-491-6594 or 615-496-4369 to reserve. 03-25PIGEON FORGE cabins, chalets, cottages, units sleeping 1 to 36 people. Near Dollywood. Middle Creek Rentals, 1-800-362-1897; www.mcrr93.com 03-17SMOKY MOUNTAIN vacation chalets and cabins in Pigeon Forge near Dollywood, spacious, fire-place, views, $75/$85 nightly. 1-800-382-4393; www.pantherknob.com 03-11VACATION in the Smokies. 615-828-3059; www.morningmistchalet.com 03-14

hUnting LeasesFall Creek Falls Hunting Clubs, Cane Creek Area. TN Leases available from 100 to 1,000 Acres. 931-474-6203; www.panthercreekforestry.net 03-33Hunting Lease Wanted: 2 experienced middle aged hunters need to lease farm or timberland for deer and turkey hunting prefer Middle TN area. 865-659-8816Responsible hunter would like to lease land for deer and turkey hunting. 423-479-4149Turkey & Deer hunting land for lease in Fentress County, 600 acres forest and open. 931-648-8476

home improvementconstructionATTENTION MOBILE HOME OWNERS: Take a punch at inflation with our super insulated roof over system by Roof King. No more leaks, never roof coat again, save $$ on heating and cooling costs, maintenance free, 100% watertight guaran-teed. Call 1-800-276-0176, Roof King. 03-06ZZZ- FLOORS SHAKING - ZZZ. Sagging and Falling? Need Leveled? Termite Damage? We repair/replace/restore CONSTRUCTION DEFECTS. HAROLD L. GILMORE & SONS - Construction since 1960. 931, 615 and western 423 area codes. 1-800-218-9447. 03-08

BUsinessinsUrance stock

UT JUNIOR BULL TEST STATION SALE

Thur., March 11, 2010 • 12 Noon CSTMiddle Tennessee Research & Education Center

Spring Hill, TN

Selling 40 AngUS BUllSTele-Video site at Greeneville 4-H Camp

& Knoxville Livestock Center

FOR CATALOGS CONTACT: Dr. F. David Kirkpatrick2640 Morgan Circle, B012 McCord Hall • Knoxville, TN 37996-4588

865-974-7294 • Email: [email protected]

On the Web: http://animalscience.ag.utk.edu

Jim Birdwell

565 CANDY MEADOW FARM ROADLEXINGTON, TENNESSEE 38351

Rob Helms (731) 968-9977Randy or Steve Helms (731) 968-2012

Jr Huckstep, Herdsman (731) 968-6778Fax (731) 967-1445

Candy Meadow Farms or

Email: [email protected]


Buying TN Farmers Life and Assurance stock. 731-285-1424I want to buy TN Farmers Life and Assurance stock. Call Doug Horne, 865-560-1100, ext. 131 or write 412 N. Cedar Bluff Road #205, Knoxville, TN 37923Wanted to buy TN Farmers Life and Assurance Stock. 931-381-3580Wanted: TN Farmers Life Insurance and Assurance Company Stock. Beth High, 615-305-2306; [email protected] 03-35

BUsiness opportUnitiesWATKINS - SINCE 1868 - Bill & Lu Bullard, Ind. Mgrs. #032328 Buy Wholesale - Sell Retail VANILLA, CINNAMON, PEPPER, SALVES, LINIMENTS, ETC. Crossville, TN 38558 931-484-0644; Toll Free 800-514-5437 [email protected]; www.watkinsonline.com/home/#032328 03-15

financiaL servicesCASH! Holding a mortgage on property you sold? Sell it for CASH! 615-898-1400 Murfreesboro; 1-800-862-2744 nationwide 03-05APPRAISAL CAREER OPPORTUNITY - Recession proof business. Our top appraisers earn over $100,000/ year appraising livestock and equip-ment. Agricultural background required. Classroom or Home Study courses available. 800-488-7570, www.amagappraisers.com 03-04

misceLLaneoUsStorage and Road Trailers: For Sale or Rent. Delivery Available. 615-714-3894All Steel Building: 30’ x 51’ x 12’ High, Free Installation, $6,985.00 + Tax. Enclosed sides & doors available. Call Rick 931-409-8144, Cindy 931-581-4706, Tim 931-581-9080 03-3025,000 mile oil and filter change: www.lubedealer.com/rust 03-22BUYING old comics. Charles Gross, POB 52, Chestnut Mound, TN 38552. 615-897-2573Church furniture, steeples, Baptistries, chairs, tables. CISCO, 615-351-3120; steeplesandbaptis-tries.com; nationalpublicseating.net 03-20CURRENTLY FARMING WITH A DISABILITY? The Tennessee AgrAbility Project is a state-wide non-profit service that provides assistance to agricultural workers with disabilities. For further information, please call West TN 866-248-1747; East TN 423-452-0130; Middle TN 931-477-0133.LEAKING OIL??? Positively STOP any rubber oil seal leak in engines, transmissions, power steer-ing or hyd. system with SealLube Seal Expander. Guaranteed! Works in hours - lasts for years! An 8 oz. bottle treats up to 10qt. of oil. $14.95 + $4.80 S&H. Call now... 800-434-9192; www.seallube.com. VISA/MC/Amx/Check. NEW TECH INTL., Box 26198, Fraser, MI 48026 03-10“LEARN CHORD PLAYING”. Amazing, new book. Piano, organ, keyboard, $12.50. Davidsons, 6727 HTT Metcalf, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 03-03New Norwood SAWMILLS- LumberMate- Pro handles logs 34” diameter, mills boards 28” wide. Automated quick-cycle-sawing increases efficiency up to 40%! www.NorwoodSawmills.com/651 Free Information: 1-800-661-7746 Ext: 651 03-19“PLAY GOSPEL SONGS by ear!” Add chords. 10 easy lessons $12.95. “LEARN GOSPEL MUSIC”. Chording, runs, fills - $12.95. Both $24. Davidsons, 6727 HT Metcalf, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204 03-02Save 40% to 50% off Lasik Eye Surgery. Free Consultations. 15 Tennessee Locations. Call 866-244-0962 www.qualsight.com/-tnfb 03-23WANTED: I collect World War I and II military relics - American, German, Japanese. Helmets, met-als, knives, bayonets, guns, swords, daggers, etc. 423-842-6020WANTED: Old millstones, cash paid, will pick up. 423-727-6486WANTED: Old Tennessee license plates. Motorcycle (1915-1965); car, taxi, dealer, national guard, THP (1915-1956). Special plates: yellow on black, state shaped, name of city, county or event (no date) big bucks paid. 931-455-3368

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