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Root of the MatterOnline Resources for Agriculture News & Events in Tennessee Author: Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation
A podcast created by the Tennessee Farm Bureau where co-hosts Lee Maddox, Amy Beckham and Thomas Capps take turns interviewing folks on issues, events and news with the goal of getting to the root of the matter on what is defining our most important industry, agriculture. Root of the Matter is inspired by a column written by the late Melissa Burniston Bratton, but has the same goal as she had for her article sharing the important stories of farmers and those involved in agriculture. Language: en-us Genres: Business News, Home & Garden, Leisure, News Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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ROTM | Advocating for Agriculture: Why Farmers’ Voices Matter
Friday, 20 March, 2026
In this episode, we sit down with Rutherford County Farm Bureau President Trey Smith to talk about why it’s more important than ever for farmers to have a voice in the legislative process. From Tennessee Farm Bureau’s annual legislative visits to the State Capitol to the real impact of building relationships with lawmakers, Trey shares why advocacy isn’t optional—it’s essential for the future of agriculture. We also dive into some of the biggest challenges facing farmers today, including the ongoing loss of farmland and the pressures of rapid growth in rural and developing areas. As communities expand, what does that mean for the farms that feed us—and what can be done to protect them?
