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Hosted by Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 50 episodes
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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.
Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation hosts Root of the Matter, a leisure show with 50 episodes published.
In this episode, we sit down with Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture Andy Holt to talk about Tennessee’s recent trade mission to India and Thailand and why these trips matter for farmers and businesses back home. We d
In this episode, we sit down with former Tennessee State FFA President Weston Brown to discuss his journey through agricultural leadership, his aspirations to work in the political world, and his commitment to carrying o
In this episode, we sit down with Josh Suddath from the University of Tennessee’s Center for Planning to explore one of the biggest challenges facing the state today: how to manage rapid population growth without losing
In agriculture, strength and resilience are often worn like badges of honor—but behind that strength, many farmers carry heavy mental and emotional burdens. In this episode, we sit down with Tennessee Farm Bureau Federat
In this episode, we take a closer look at one of the biggest challenges facing farmers today: rising input costs. We sit down with Dr. Andrew Mohammad from the University of Tennessee to unpack what’s driving persistentl
Dr. Dave Lockwood has spent more than 50-years as a fruit specialist with UT Extension. Dr. Lockwood shares how his passion for horticulture turned into a lifetime of service through UT Extension, working with both comme
In this episode, we sit down with Tennessee Farm Bureau Vice President James Haskew to talk about the reality facing farmers as we head into the 2026 planting season. From rising input costs—seed, fertilizer, fuel, and c
Matthew McClanahan is an attorney, associate pastor, and a man deeply rooted in faith and family. In this episode, he shares his journey from growing up around his grandparents’ farm to pursuing law school and stepping i
In this episode, we sit down with Chuckey Doak FFA Chapter advisor Chase Murray to talk about his journey into agricultural education and the impact it’s had on his life and community. Chase shares what led him to become
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 an
The Tennessee Valley Authority has played a major role in powering communities across the region for decades—but today the mission is evolving. As Tennessee’s population grows and new technologies increase energy demand,
The cotton industry is facing serious headwinds—from shrinking acreage to volatile markets and rising input costs. In this episode, we sit down with Bradley Williams, President of the National Cotton Ginners Association,
In this episode, we sit down with Shane Profitt to talk about the journey from small-town Tennessee to the country music spotlight. Growing up in rural Maury County, Shane shares how life on backroads, blue-collar values
Agriculture is no stranger to cycles, but today’s landscape presents a unique combination of opportunity and pressure. In this episode, we sit down with Nick Patterson of Clay County, president-elect of the Tennessee Cat
First-generation cattle farmer Russ Uselton joins the show to break down the realities of today’s beef cattle market, the pressures facing modern farmers, and what it takes to build an operation from the ground up. Drawi
Joey Caldwell was recently named CEO of Tennessee Farmers Cooperative. A longtime leader within the organization, Caldwell has spent the majority of his career with TFC. As he steps into his new role, he reflects on his
U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Vaden is laser-focused on helping pull the U.S. farm economy out of the difficult stretch it has faced for several consecutive years. He joins us to discuss USDA’s latest effo
Logan Hanks and Bobby Lee Hanks are two guys from Tipton County with a strong passion for agriculture. Logan is a full-time row-crop farmer, while Bobby Lee is a veterinarian who also raises beef cattle on the side. The
As farmers look ahead to 2026, strong agricultural policy is more important than ever. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall sits down to discuss the challenges farmers face this year and how Farm Bureau
Trade has been a major topic over the past year, and as the U.S. agriculture industry continues to face challenges, trade has become more important than ever. In this episode former, USDA Under Secretary for Trade and Fo
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