Institute News

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2026 Milan No-Till Field Day Scheduled for July 23
April 7, 2026
Biennial event returns with presentations, field tours and more

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State Officials Break Ground on State-of-the-Art Facility To Train Water Professionals, First Responders
April 20, 2026
The WET Center will provide comprehensive, practical water education
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University of Tennessee Research Team Examines Consumer Preferences for Tennessee Wines
April 20, 2026
Study examines wine origin and quality attributes
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UT Extension Announces Enhanced Senior Leadership Structure for Tennessee 4-H
April 17, 2026
New structure will position Tennessee 4-H to continue immense, positive impact on state’s youth
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A Cure for Lu and a Unique Partnership
April 15, 2026
Veterinary and human neurologists work together to remove chimp’s spinal tumor
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Tennessee Champion Trees Inspire Artist Showcase by UT Students
April 15, 2026
The “Rooted in Creativity: A Champion Tree Artist Showcase” is set for April 24
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TSUAg and UTIA Collaborate to Enhance Tennessee Agriculture and Forestry
April 9, 2026
Joint research efforts offer potential support for Tennessee producers and industry

UTIA IN THE NEWS

Five University of Tennessee Faculty Teams Receive Chancellor’s Innovation Fund Awards
EurekAlert!; UT Knoxville; SCIENMAG
Five teams led by faculty at UT Knoxville each received $50,000 as part of the Chancellor’s Innovation Fund Awards. Now in its third year, this initiative helps turn UT research into real-world products by providing funding to develop, test, and prepare innovations for the market.

A Behind-the-Scenes Look at How FIFA Is Transforming Stadium Turf for the World Cup
FOX Weather
With less than 100 days until the FIFA World Cup, John Sorochan, distinguished professor of Turfgrass Science, shares insight on turfgrass preparations and how natural grass will impact gameplay across the fields.