The Co-op Feeds Podcast
If you like to follow all things related to animal agriculture, then this is the podcast for you. Tune in for expert news with our special guest and coverage of hot topics in the industry with our Feed Bin segment.
Feeding Traditions is a monthly podcast hosted by Mary Jane Arnette with Co-op Feeds, celebrating the hardworking farm producers who are the backbone of Tennessee agriculture and loyal customers of our local Co-ops. Each episode features the raw, authentic stories of co-op members—producers who not only feed our fellow Tennesseans but also strengthen their communities through values, grit, and a deep-rooted love for the land.
These are the voices keeping rural traditions alive, be sure to tune in!
The Co-op Feeds Podcast
The Feed Bin- Season 2, Episode 5: Farmland Loss Numbers Research with Charley Martinez from UTIA
Join John Houston and special guest Charley Martinez, Assistant Professor in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics at UTIA, on the June edition of the Feed Bin. They'll explore the critical issue of agricultural, farm, and forest land loss, shedding light on ongoing research efforts. Curious about the extent of farmland lost? Visit https://farmmanagement.tennessee.edu/land-loss/ to learn more about the farmland loss in your area. From 2017 to 2022, there has been a loss of nearly half a million acres of land. Martinez provides an update on the numbers that UTIA is gathering and discusses what it means for the future of agriculture in Tennessee.