Helping Eastern Tennessee Farms Bounce Back from Hurricane Helene

Limestone, Tenn. – The floodwaters may have receded, but the challenges left behind are far from over. After Hurricane Helene tore through Eastern Tennessee in September 2024, local farmers found their fields covered in thick layers of sand and silt. Crops were wiped out, pastures left unusable, and once-healthy soil damaged beyond recognition. But now, thanks to a dedicated team of experts from the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA), hope is returning to these fields—along with new, innovative solutions to restore them.

Wednesday, August 20, 2025
269 Bent Rd, Limestone, TN 37681
On-site registration at 8:30 AM | Program runs 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Lunch Provided
Pre-register: https://tiny.utk.edu/Flood

Join us for a hands-on field day featuring:

Farmland recovery presentations – Latest strategies for restoring fields,

Recovery project tours – Solutions for forage and riparian zone restoration,

Vegetable and Crop Production – Assessment and Monitoring Guidelines,

Large-scale demonstrations – Watch drone seeding, biochar manufacturing, and other planting techniques in action,

Updates from partnering agencies – Stay informed on local recovery initiatives,

Networking & trade show – Connect with local producers, sponsors, recovery groups, and vendors.

Please contact your location UT/TSU Extension office for more information.