Tennessee Corn

Congrats Andy Holt, newly appointed Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture! As a lifelong advocate for Tennessee farmers, we’re excited to see his leadership in this role. We look forward to working together to support the future of agriculture in our state. @TNAgriculture

Ethanol-blended fuel is good for your wallet and your engine. 💵 Ethanol keeps fuel prices lower, helping you stretch your dollar further. 🚀 Ethanol has a higher octane rating, which can improve engine efficiency in some vehicles. Plus, ethanol is produced from corn grown in TN!

We recently surveyed #TNCorn farmers to better understand the challenges and opportunities shaping farming today. These insights will help guide our advocacy and checkoff efforts to better serve you. Explore the full results! ⬇️ bit.ly/3WJB3vS

Join us at Dyer County Fairgrounds on February 6 for the West TN Grain & Soybean Producers Conference! Hear from UT Extension Experts on topics such as precision ag tech and software, grain fertility, soil health programs, and more. This is an event you won’t want to miss.

Watch this video to learn how the combined efforts of state corn growers associations and the National Corn Growers Association made this win possible.

The TN Corn Promotion Council has selected Amy McNeil as its new Executive Director. She brings 15 years of marketing and leadership experience from the corporate sector to her new role. Read our blog to learn more about her! bit.ly/4hMo2tR

Good Idea Shop Talks is a free meet-up series for row crop and livestock producers who want to exchange ideas and advice for improving on-farm challenges related to improving soil and water resources. Learn more and register here: goodideafarm.org/shop-talks/

Here’s to a productive and prosperous New Year!

The post-harvest season is great for reflecting on the challenges and triumphs of the year. Listen to Dr. Nutifafa Adotey and Dr. Jake McNeal discuss post-harvest soil and nutrient management questions from UT Extension Agents in this podcast episode! News.UTCrops.com/2024/11/post-h…

We hope you have a joyous and bright Christmas with your family and friends!

Join us at our annual Winter Meeting on January 10th at Catesa Farms in Riddleton, TN from 9:00 am to 11:30am. Visit our website for more information. TNCorn.org/winter-meeting…

Read our blog post to learn about the essential research conducted by the UT Variety Testing Program, led by Dr. Virginia Sykes, on different corn hybrids that allow Tennessee corn growers to choose the right varieties for their land, goals, and needs. TNCorn.org/blog-page/ut-v…

Agriculture and education go hand-in-hand. The National Corn Growers Association offers scholarships for research, technical school, undergrad, and grad students. Most applications are due January 31, 2025, so apply early! NCGA.com/key-issues/oth…

The results are in for the 60th annual Yield Contest held by the National Corn Growers Association. We’re proud of all the Tennessee corn growers who entered. Click the link see the National and State Level winners. NCGA.com/get-involved/n…

This #WorldSoilDay, we want to thank all our farmers who implement sustainable practices and ensure their soil is as nutrient-dense as the corn they’re growing.

Hey, Tennessee Corn Farmers! Don’t miss out on being part of a dynamic and supportive farming community right here in Tennessee. Join now and help shape the future of corn farming in Tennessee and beyond! TNCorn.org/join #TNCorn #TNAgriculture

Tomorrow is Election Day, and Tennessee corn farmers have a very important job to do: Get out to vote. Make plans to cast your ballot and represent the corn growers of Tennessee. #TennesseeCorn #CornGrowersVote

The Tennessee Corn 2023-2024 Annual Report is out! See insights from TN Corn leaders, updates on research and checkoff-funded projects, and highlights from the TN State Fair’s Year of Corn. Learn about the “Fueled By Corn” campaign and "From Ear to Everything"curriculum! #TNCorn

The week ending on Oct. 20 brought varied temps, with frost for some and 80s temps for others. An avg. of 6.9 days of work helped nearly complete Tennessee’s corn harvest. The impact of this year's weather remains uncertain, farmers are now focused on winter preparations.

The week ending in Oct. 6 brought Tennessee dry and warm weather. Hurricane Helene brought positive and negative effects, easing drought for some and flooding crops for others. Tennessee corn farmers continue to harvest, working an avg. of 4.8 days. #TennesseeCorn