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Dickson County Family Celebrates 100 Years in the Farming Business
In an era so difficult for the American farmer that it’s impressive just to see a family make a living‚ it’s exhilarating to see one thrive for more than 100 years.
Agri-Tourism Takes Root on Dickson County as Farmers Branch Out
When Dickson County farmer Steve Shafer told his wife he wanted to turn their Three Creeks Farm into a tourist destination‚ she was skeptical.
Agriculture Remains Deeply Rooted in Dickson County
Tennessee Farm Bureau agent Mike Henry says Dickson County used to have hun dreds of full-time farmers who managed five to 10 acres of land.
Dickson County Fair Ranks Among the State’s Top 10
Dickson County residents think they have a pretty great county fair – and the rest of Tennessee agrees.
Randy Simpkins Is Named Farmer of the Year
You could say Randy Simpkins has farming in his blood. The Dickson County native lives and works on the same land his mother and father farmed – land that’s been in his family close to 100 years.
Gray Boys Wheat Thrashing Honors Area’s Agriculture
Every July, folks come out to see an old-time thrashing – wheat thrashing that is.
Chamber Sponsors Area Farmers Market
Fresh corn, ripe tomatoes, colorful peppers and juicy cantaloupes are just a few of the produce items sold at the Dickson County Farmers Market.
Dickson County’s Annual Fair Wins Statewide Award
Dickson County certainly knows how to honor its agricultural heritage. In fact, the Dickson County Fair will celebrate its 85th anniversary in 2008.
Kenny Gibbs Knows How to Grow Success
Kenny Gibbs received a vote of confidence from the Dickson County Chamber of Commerce’s agricultural committee last year: The group named him its 2007 Agricultural Leader of the Year. And he earned it.
Agricultural Roots Run Deep in Dickson County
Take a drive through the rolling hills of Dickson County, and you’re sure to see plenty of cattle grazing and crops popping up from fertile soil.
Larkins Family Farm Wins Agricultural Leader Award
And the winner is: The Leslie D. Larkins family farm, which dates back to the early days when Tennessee became a state.
