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Welcome to October!
Cool mornings usher in fall veggies, hayrides, and the cornucopia decorations of autumn. Be sure to share your fun adventures with us on social media.
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The Next Generation of Ag
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This month we are hearing from several students at the UT Institute of Agriculture about their experiences pursuing degrees and future careers in the broad realm of agriculture. Hear about bat research in the jungles of Belize, and how one student is working to make sure our food is safe from pathogens. Whether they are studying equine reproduction in Florida or teaching fishing to 4-H campers, these students are representing UT well as the next generation of ag leaders. Listen now.
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Agriculture making headlines
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Start by choosing the right container, and bigger is better. You want plenty of potting soil between the interior pot wall and your actual plant roots. This provides a layer of insulation for those tender roots when they’re above ground, exposed to the cold ambient air. You also want a pot that has drainage holes to allow water to escape so that your plants don’t become waterlogged. Learn more about how to overwinter your outdoor plants »
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, Agriculture Commissioner Jai Templeton is announcing the appointment of Heather Slayton as Assistant State Forester for the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) Division of Forestry.
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