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Tennessee crops benefit from recent rains

Tennessee received substantial rainfall during the past week, helping crops and pastures recover from dry conditions.  USDA reporters say some counties received two and a half inches of rain or more in a single day.  Several central and western Tennessee counties remain abnormally dry,... Read More.

Tennessee crops mostly ahead of average

Portions of Tennessee have received needed rain while others could soon see drought stress. Corn is rated 78% good to excellent with 84% silking and 34% in the dough stage.  Soybeans are rated 79% good to excellent with 64% blooming, and 30% setting pods. ... Read More.

Timely rain aids Tennessee crops

Timely rains in Tennessee helped in crop development and pasture recovery. Corn is rated 68% good to excellent with 71% silking and 15% in the dough stage.  Soybeans are rated 65% good to excellent with 95% of the crop emerged, 55% blooming, and 21%... Read More.