Rural Lifestyle
Adrian Avena and Jacob Wheeler dominated Tuesday’s Elimination Match 3 of the Heritage Cup on Tim’s Ford Lake, catching a total of 40 pounds, 9 ounces of scorable bass.
Venessa Wood, founder of Ag Women Connect, discussed the organization’s growth, agricultural advocacy, mentorship and efforts to recognize women while supporting the next generation.
Good Agriculture is using technology to help producers better understand expenses and profitability.
Extension agents are finding ways to pursue their passions outside of work.
The initiative aims to move more surplus food from farms to families who need it.
Jordan Wicks, meat science professor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, discussed the research behind the flat iron steak and its impact on consumers and the beef industry.
FarmHER + RanchHER Season 8 premieres October 29 on RFD-TV, featuring seven women sharing their stories of ranching, family, resilience, and life in agriculture.
Team Star brite’s Bobby Lane and Chris Lane relied on their instincts and power-fishing strengths to win Elimination Match 2 on Tennessee’s Tims Ford Lake.
Donors recently raised close to $1 million to support programs across the state.
Whitley County’s Justin Johnson was selected for the statewide recognition.
Takahiro Omori and Dean Rojas of Team Lowrance combined for 17 scorable bass weighing 29 pounds, 2 ounces, comfortably securing the first of two advancement spots into the Knockout Round.
Known as the Silo Hunter, Marianne May tracks down her grandfather’s concrete silos to preserve family history and the region’s agricultural heritage.
Early detection can lead to a five-year survival rate of more than 99%.
Livestock shows and FFA exhibits give visitors an up-close look at the state’s agriculture industry.
Ison’s Nursery and Vineyard has been growing muscadines for more than 90 years.
Major League Fishing continues its 2026 Starlink Team Series, presented by Bass Pro Shops, with the Toyota Heritage Cup, presented by OFF!® Deep Woods® Repellents, Oct. 18–23 in Manchester, Tennessee.
America is #StillFarming
After 80 years in agriculture, Illinois farmer Allen Entwistle reflects on family, farming, cattle and the importance of giving back.
Farms should identify key roles and begin leadership succession planning well ahead of any transitions—expected or unexpected.
With fewer young people entering agriculture and farmers nearing retirement, industry leaders warn of challenges ahead while working to keep farming profitable and sustainable.
Explore 4-H
University of Tennessee Associate Professor Dr. Sreedhar Upendram discusses how 4-H, Tractor Supply, and Starlink will improve connectivity and digital education for rural youth.
The company is also supporting FFA through its annual convention shirts.
The newly elected officers discuss what they hope to accomplish during the year ahead.
Outdoor Activities & Sports
Charly Cummings of Superior Livestock discusses strong buyer demand, cattle market trends, and fall weaning and marketing decisions for ranchers.
Superior Livestock’s Sidney Schmidt discusses fall calf marketing, emphasizing health programs, genetics, and stress management as buyers evaluate cattle.
USDA says hunters could be among the first to spot the disease in wild hogs.
