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UT TSU Extension - Polk County Providing educational programs to farmers, families and 4-H club members

UT Extension provides a gateway to the University of Tennessee as the outreach unit of the Institute of Agriculture. With an office in every county, UT Extension delivers educational programs and research-based information to citizens throughout the state of Tennessee. Working with farmers, families, youth, and communities, Extension helps improve people's lives by addressing problems and issues at the local, state, and national levels.

National Farmers Day! Thank You, Polk County Farmers!
10/12/2026

National Farmers Day! Thank You, Polk County Farmers!

Happy National Farmer's Day! Today, we celebrate the farmers across Tennessee and beyond who work tirelessly to grow our food, care for our land and natural resources and keep our communities thriving. Thank you for all you do! 🧡

Join us on Oct 13th for the first homeschool meeting of the year!Any questions? Let us know at 423-338-4503 or bcapps4@u...
10/06/2026

Join us on Oct 13th for the first homeschool meeting of the year!
Any questions? Let us know at 423-338-4503 or [email protected]

10/05/2026

It’s National 4H week!

10/05/2026

Just one of the many great prizes for participating in Move Around the Region.

Thank you Raftone!

10/02/2026

Fall is a great time to soil test!

TAEP signups starts Thursday Oct. 1st
10/01/2026

TAEP signups starts Thursday Oct. 1st

The application window for the Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program (TAEP) opens soon.

Producers may apply online only from Oct. 1-7.

TAEP helps Tennessee farmers improve their operations, strengthen the state’s agricultural economy and support a reliable local food supply.

Updates for the 2026-27 program year include:

• Reduced minimum requirements for certain sectors
• A new Livestock Fencing program for livestock producers
• A name change from Livestock Solutions to Farming Solutions

Learn more about the program and apply at tn.gov/TAEP.

The 2026 Poultry Show and Sale was held on Sept 12. We had 15 4H members show off their hard work for raising their chic...
09/22/2026

The 2026 Poultry Show and Sale was held on Sept 12. We had 15 4H members show off their hard work for raising their chickens. This year breed was the Barred Rock.

Our winners for each division

Explorers: Isabella Sloan

Junior Division: Elizabeth Sloan

Junior High Division: Wyatt Wettekin

Reserve Champion: Isabella Sloan

Grand champion: Wyatt Wettekins

Congratulations to these 4Hers!

The 2026 Move Around the Region is back with more exciting prizes and giveaways.Thanks to Polk County Chamber of Commerc...
09/14/2026

The 2026 Move Around the Region is back with more exciting prizes and giveaways.

Thanks to Polk County Chamber of Commerce, RaftOne and Tennessee Overhill for their support.

Details below.

Please contact me if you have additional questions.

New TAEP info!
09/14/2026

New TAEP info!

Great W**d control advice tonight at 7:30!
09/14/2026

Great W**d control advice tonight at 7:30!

Interested in learning more about pasture w**d control?
Join Dr. Wright-Smith on Zoom for the Quarterly Pasture W**d Control Webinar on Monday, September 14th at 7:30 PM ET/6:30 PM CT!

Dr. Wright-Smith will provide timely information and recommendations for the upcoming season!

Use the zoom link provided below to join us!
https://tennessee.zoom.us/j/87058665077
We hope to see you there!

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6042 Highway 411
Benton, TN
37307

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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