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Guest column: State takes needed action to protect farms

BLamb@farmland.org (Brooks Lamb) — Sat, 17 May 2025 04:00:05 -0500

Tennessee’s new Farmland Preservation Fund helps farmers secure their land and legacy, supports local and regional food systems, conserves wildlife habitats and stimulates rural economies.

Opinion: Lessons from the grassroots environmental victory at Overton Park

BLamb@farmland.org (Brooks Lamb) — Tue, 2 Mar 2021 04:00:11 -0600

How did a small group of citizens persevere for so long to block an interstate route through the park? They cultivated relationships with the place, through walks in the forest and picnics by the lake. Close connections led to enduring affection.

On Earth Day, nurture affection for Overton Park and points beyond

BLamb@farmland.org (Brooks Lamb) — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 16:47:05 -0500

After taking dozens of walks through the Old Forest or spending countless afternoons on the Greensward, we start to become familiar with the park. We begin to recognize trees along the limestone loop, and we grow familiar with the forms of wildlife that call this place home. When we know the park that well, we grow to love it.