Farm Battle Royale: Tennessee producers are facing a threat to their cattle herds from above

Tennessee cattle farmers face a threat to their herds from above.

Black vultures, also known as buzzards, can be aggressive in attacking newborn calves.

The University of Tennessee’s Institute of Agriculture is studying the behavior of vultures and cattle, with field cameras capturing fascinating interactions.

Charles Denney has more on this farm battle between species.

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