February 2026

Steckel Elected Fellow by Weed Science Society of America

Feb 13, 2026 News Release

A man in a green shirt smiles for a photo in front of a row of trees

UTIA weed scientist recognized for career achievements

Farm & Food / General / Insects & Pests / AgResearch / Extension / Plant Sciences, Department of / West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center / Agricultural Education / Awards / Crop Production / Weed Management / Weeds

Sow 2 Grow Experience Helps Teens with Disabilities Learn Life Skills

Feb 13, 2026 News Release

Sow 2 Grow students show off the fruits of their labors after harvesting an array of vegetables at the UT Gardens, Knoxville.

Participants learn employment and social skills appropriate for the workplace

Landscape & Gardening / Youth & Family / State Botanical Garden of Tennessee / UT Gardens, Knoxville / Agricultural Education / Human Development / Landscape / Leadership Development / Plant Production / Residential and Consumer Horticulture