AgResearch

UT Institute of Agriculture Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Staff

Aug 04, 2026 News Release

Mi Li receives the T.J. Whatley Distinguished Young Scientist Award

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UT Institute of Agriculture Recognizes Outstanding Faculty and Staff

Aug 04, 2026 News Release

Headshots of Amy Fulcher, Hao Gan, and Le Chen.

Amy Fulcher, Hao Gan and Le Chen receive grantsmanship awards

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Outdoor Enthusiast Expo Bringing People Under One Tent for Second Year

Jul 28, 2026 News Release

A grassy field with pop-up tents.

Free event celebrates various outdoor activities and encourages conservation

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Steak and Potatoes Field Day Scheduled for August 20

Jul 24, 2026 News Release

Troy Rowan giving a presentation to a crowd.

Annual Event Will Highlight Beef and Produce Production

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Tennessee Canola Acres Increased in 2026

Jul 16, 2026 News Release

Field of yellow blooming canola

Winter crop offers access to new markets

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UT, Partners Win up to $160M for NSF Regional Innovation Engine to Drive Rural Economic Development

Jul 14, 2026 Highlight

A smiling individual in a lab coat stands in a laboratory setting, wearing a green shirt and a white coat with a "T" pin, surrounded by scientific equipment.

Director of the Center for Renewable Carbon co-leader of BRIDGES

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2026 Milan No-Till Field Day Will Highlight Weed Control Solutions

Jul 06, 2026 News Release

Row crop field infested with palmer amaranth

Herbicide-resistant weeds challenge row crop production

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Plateau AgResearch Center Changes Leadership

Jul 01, 2026 News Release

Dereck Corbin standing in a field wearing a blue shirt and a gray hat.

Long-time Director Walt Hitch announces retirement; Dereck Corbin appointed interim director

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Bringing UT’s Turfgrass Expertise to FIFA World Cup 26

Jun 11, 2026 Highlight

A soccer ball sits on research turf grass.

UT takes leading role on soccer’s biggest stage

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Explore Traditional Skills, Antique Tractors at the 2026 Milan No-Till Field Day

Jun 08, 2026 News Release

A wooden cabin with a brick fireplace

The community is invited to this free, fun and educational event

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