Tennessee Farm Bureau Foundation Celebrates One-Year Milestone

Foundation leaders say donations are making a difference for Tennessee farmers and communities.

COLUMBIA, Tenn. (RFD News) — One year after launching the Tennessee Farm Bureau Foundation, the Tennessee Farm Bureau is highlighting the organization’s work to support rural communities and agricultural education.

Foundation leaders say donations have helped farmers recover from natural disasters and expanded hunger relief efforts.

Supporters say the foundation has also provided resources for agricultural education and youth programs while helping strengthen communities across Tennessee’s 95 counties.

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