Tennessee Agriculture being changed Statewide by Women
July 26, 2019
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture says women are increasingly changing the face of agriculture, not just in Tennessee, but across the nation.
From 2012 to 2017, the United States Census of Agriculture reported a 1.7% decline in male farmers and a 27% increase of female farmers nationwide.
Rebecca Paschal of Cellar 53 Winery. A majority of the wines produced use Tennessee grown fruit with the majority being grown on the eight acres of grape and blackberry vineyards.
Adjustments Set for August 3rd Handheld Duck Blind Drawings
July 23, 2019
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) wants to remind waterfowl hunters of adjustments that have been made for the August 3rd, 2019 handheld duck blind drawings to be conducted at 10 locations.
On-site registrations for individuals will be conducted in the traditional format from 7:00am-10:00am. There will be a two-stage drawing.
TWRA Handheld Duck Blind Drawings set for August 3rd.
2019-20 Tennessee Hunting and Trapping Guide Now Available
July 19, 2019
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) says the 2019-20 Tennessee Hunting and Trapping Guide has arrived. The guide is available at all TWRA offices and will be distributed at license vendors throughout the state.
The guide is also available online. Users may access the new interactive, mobile-friendly, eregulations site, www.eregulations.com/tennessee/hunting/ or download the full PDF document as in years past. Both options are available on the agency website at www.tnwildlife.org
Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission makes adjustments to Duck Blind Drawings
June 22, 2019
Cookeville, TN – At the June meeting of the Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission adjustments were made for the August handheld duck bling drawings and an update on a fisheries research cooperative effort was given among the agenda items.
At the TFWC’s May meeting, the commission requested Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency staff review the handheld duck blind drawing process for consistency and ways to reduce the likelihood of buying/selling of blind sites.
Update of Fisheries Cooperative given at June TFWC Meeting.
TWRA 2019 WMA Big Game Quota Hunt Applications being excepted June 19th – July 24th
June 16, 2019
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has announced the application period for the 2019 Wildlife Management Area (WMA) Big Game Quota hunts, the Cherokee Party Dog hunts, the regular and youth elk hunts, and WMA youth hunts will run from June 19th through July 24th.
Applications must be submitted before midnight (CDT) July 24th. The WMA hunting instruction sheet lists locations and dates for each of the quota hunts along with drawing rules and regulations. The current instruction sheet is available at www.tn.gov/twra/hunting/quota-hunts. Applications may be submitted online at www.GoOutdoorsTennessee.com, at any TWRA license agent, or TWRA regional office. Mailed applications will not be processed into the drawing system.
TWRA 2019 WMA Big Game Quota Hunt Applications Period is June 19th – July 24th.
TWRA announces 2019 Tennessee Free Fish Day set for Saturday, June 8th
June 3, 2019
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) says that this Saturday, June 8th, is the 2019 Tennessee Free Fishing Day. On Saturday, anyone may fish free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters.
The TWRA provides the annual free day in hopes of increasing interest in fishing. The day allows anyone the opportunity to try this great outdoor sport, especially children to celebrate fishing as a wholesome and healthy recreational option.
Fishing
Tennessee Department of Agriculture says Farmers Markets create Communities within Communities
May 27, 2019
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Department of Agriculture reports Tennessee’s farmers markets are providing more than just a place to find fresh food. They are furnishing an environment that allows the community to flourish.
This year, many farmers markets are hosting special events for families and communities to enjoy, while fostering personal connections to those who produce nutritious food across the state.
Tennessee Farmer’s Market
TWRA announces 2019 Spring Squirrel Season begins May 11th
May 7, 2019
Nashville, TN – The Tennessee Wildlife and Resources Agency (TWRA) states that the Tennessee 2019 spring hunting season for gray, fox and red squirrels opens Saturday, May 11th and will continue through Sunday, June 9th.
The daily bag limit is 10, the same for the fall/winter squirrel season, which is held from late August to the end of February.
2019 Tennessee Spring Squirrel Season starts May 11th
TWRA reports Native Tennessean License allows all born in Tennessee to enjoy Resident Prices for Select Licenses
April 14, 2019
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA)
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) say nonresidents of Tennessee, who were born in the Volunteer State, have the opportunity to apply for Native Tennessean annual licenses. The Native Tennessean licenses allow regular hunting/fishing/trapping licenses to be purchased at the same cost as residents and enjoy all the outstanding hunting and fishing the state has to offer.
A variety of licenses are available, which includes the Resident Sportsman License for all ages. A complete list of the licenses can be viewed on the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Website at www.tnwildlife.org
Tennessee Department of Agriculture says Local Farms are Creating Unforgettable Memories this Easter
April 9, 2019
Tennessee Department of Agriculture
Nashville, TN – Tennessee Department of Agriculture says with spring in the air and warmer weather within reach, farms across the state are offering exciting activities for the upcoming holiday. From riding ponies to getting pictures with the Easter Bunny, you can spend a whole day of family fun making memories that last a lifetime.
Enjoy Easter at a Tennessee Farm.
