UT TSU Extension - Bedford County

06/05/2026

🎉🐥 Don't Miss the Bedford County 4-H Chick Chain Sale 🐥🎉

Mark your calendars for Monday, July 13th, at the Bedford County Tennessee Fair and get ready for one of our most exciting events of the year!

This year, we're offering beautiful Isa Brown and Barred Rock pullets-perfect additions to add to your flock! With a record-breaking 108 pullets available (54 pens), this is our largest sale in recent years!

These birds represent months of dedication, care, and hard work by our amazing 4-H youth, who have raised them into strong, healthy young laying hens. When you bid, you're not just buying quality poultry; you are supporting the next generation of agriculture!

✨New this year: ALL proceeds from the sale will go directly to the 4-H'er, making your purchase even more meaningful! ✨

Remember to bring cash or a check to participate in the sale.

Come out, show your support, and take home some fantastic birds! We can't wait to see you there!

If you have any questions, feel free to call the Extension Office (931-684-5971) and ask for Mrs. Samantha.

06/05/2026

‼️Fair books have arrived at our office‼️

Stop by to grab one! 🎡🌽🚜

06/04/2026

While the confirmed case is not in Tennessee, awareness and vigilance remain important. Producers should monitor livestock closely for unusual wounds or signs of infestation and stay connected with trusted animal health resources.

We will continue providing updates as more information becomes available.

05/27/2026

If you have diabetes or care for someone who does, join us for "Dining with Diabetes". This is a 3 session class on Tuesdays, June 16, 23 and 30 at 10:00 am - 12:00 noon at the Bedford County Extension Office (2105 Midland Road, Shelbyville, TN). The cost is $20 for all three sessions and includes demonstration, tastings, lectures, activities and a cookbook. Call the Extension Office to sign up 931-684-5971!

05/26/2026

⏰Scholarship Alert - June 1st Deadline⏰

🏆 TCA and the Tennessee CattleWomen’s Association will award a total of four $600 scholarships to outstanding students who demonstrate good leadership skills, industry involvement, and a desire to pursue a career in the beef industry.

🚨Applications due June 1.

Requirements:
▪ A graduating high school senior or undergraduate full-time student
▪ Enrolled at a two or four-year institution in Tennessee for the entire 2025-2026 academic year
▪ Have demonstrated a commitment to a career in the beef industry through life experiences, industry involvement, 4-H & FFA involvement, and coursework.

Visit our website to learn more (tncattle.org/youth) or reach out to [email protected].

05/26/2026

🕷️ Tick Ready Tennessee Workshop Series 🕷️
Join the University of Tennessee Medical & Veterinary Entomology Team for a free, hands-on workshop on tick ID, tick-borne diseases, and prevention for people and animals. Open to producers, veterinarians, students, outdoor workers & the public. Register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/P2BWDgnXpF

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University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine

05/22/2026

📰 The Ag Update - 05/22/2026 📰
https://tiny.utk.edu/TheAgUpdate

Here are the links mentioned in the update:

PBS Memorial Day Video
https://tnlearn.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/87a8f1c1-a555-448a-9aae-78a7b9110375/memorial-day-all-about-the-holidays/

Poison Hemlock Publication
https://tiny.utk.edu/PoisonHemlock

Which Forage Species Should You Choose for Your Operation?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFWAGy7Xu68

CoCoRaHS - Precipitation Totals
https://www.cocorahs.org/ViewData/TotalPrecipSummary.aspx

U.S. Drought Monitor
https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/DmData/DataTables.aspx?county,47003

TN Department of Agriculture - Drought Resources
https://www.tn.gov/agriculture/topic/emergency-response---resources/drought-resources.html

Nitrate Toxicity in Forages - W1314
https://utia.tennessee.edu/publications/wp-content/uploads/sites/269/2025/03/W1314.pdf

Theileria Orientalis Ikeda in TN - W1150
https://utia.tennessee.edu/publications/wp-content/uploads/sites/269/2023/10/W1150.pdf

Longhorned Tick & Bovine Theileriosis TN - W1255
https://utbeef.tennessee.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/127/2026/02/W1255.pdf

Making & Using Compost in Residential Landscapes - W1391
https://utia.tennessee.edu/publications/wp-content/uploads/sites/269/2026/05/W1391.pdf

United Producers - Fayetteville | May 21st
https://www.uproducers.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Fayetteville-TN-2026-05-21-1779383046.pdf

UT Extension's Tennessee Market Highlights | May 22nd
https://tiny.utk.edu/MarketHighlights

Midsouth Regional Livestock Center - Unionville | May 18th
https://www.ams.usda.gov/mnreports/ams_2069.pdf

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UT Extension’s mission is to help Tennesseans improve their quality of life and solve problems through the application of research and evidence-based knowledge about agriculture and natural resources, family and consumer sciences, 4-H youth development, and community development. If you have or see an educational need or opportunity, please don't hesitate to reach out.

05/21/2026

Farmers Market is open from 3:30pm - 5:30pm today!

Rain or Shine, the market is on from 3:30pm - 5:30pm!

For sale today 5/21/2026:
- Jams/Jellies
- Green Beans
- Carrots
- Turnip Greens
- Onions
- Lettuce & Lettuce Mixes
- Cabbage
- Beets
- Mini Cabbage
- Baked Goods (Bagels / Banana Bread / Bread)
- Fried Pies
- Eggs
- Soaps
- Candles
( no strawberries :/ )

05/19/2026

FYI - Keep an eye out for these little guys...