Farmers and nursery operators in Coffee County and across the state will benefit from a new state law that takes effect July 1.

Under legislation adopted by the Tennessee General Assembly and signed by Governor Lee this year, qualified farmers and nursery operators may obtain a sales tax exemption for any trailer used to transport farm products, nursery stock, equipment, supplies, and other agriculture products. A sales tax exemption is already in place for livestock trailers.

The qualified farmer, nursery operator, or timber harvester must present a valid exemption certificate to the county clerk or dealer in order to claim this exemption.