“We continually see how targeted assistance for Tennessee’s agricultural infrastructure pays dividends for local economies” – Andy Holt
The Upper Cumberland is an agricultural hub, and two of its counties were recently selected to receive funding through the AgTrack Cost Share Fund (ACSF) in the latest grant round.
Created in 2024, the AgTrack program “has played a key role in fostering innovation and supporting agricultural and forestry businesses poised to boost economic outcomes statewide,” according to the State.
State officials say the funded projects will advance both rural and urban economic progress by supporting strategic investments in Tennessee’s agricultural sector.
“We continually see how targeted assistance for Tennessee’s agricultural infrastructure pays dividends for local economies,” Agriculture Commissioner Andy Holt said. “By backing businesses that enhance Tennessee’s production and processing capacity, AgTrack elevates agricultural competitiveness and helps create stronger links between producers, markets and consumers.”
AgTrack grants accelerate value-added and processing activities that strengthen:
- local agricultural systems
- expand processing capabilities
- and enhance market access for producers and forest landowners statewide.
Eligible applicants include agricultural, food and forestry businesses, nonprofits and local governments with Tennessee-based projects or operations.
Award recipients:
- Fentress County Government, Fentress County — agricultural education and meat processing
- 70 Acres Butchery, Overton County — meat processing
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