The Tennessee Department of Agriculture recognizes Governor Bill Lee and the Tennessee General Assembly for significant investments in agriculture included in the 2026–2027 state budget.
The approved budget includes recurring investments that support agricultural innovation, education and food access, including $1 million for the Representative Johnny Shaw Tennessee Agricultural Innovation and Education Initiative and $500,000 for Cul2vate.
Additional non-recurring investments include $1.5 million for the Tennessee Association of Fairs and $250,000 for Urban Roots of Tennessee to expand agricultural outreach and community engagement in rural and urban communities…