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UTIA researcher Mi Li has received $300,000 in @USDA_NIFA funding to develop innovative materials that can absorb, detect and break down pollutants from pesticides, fertilizers and more.
🔗 Read more: utianews.tennessee.edu/utia-…
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Wild bobwhite quail are making a comeback at the Ames AgResearch and Education Center! The ongoing habitat restoration effort with Tall Timbers is working to support quail populations and preserve Tennessee’s rich bird dog field trial heritage. utianews.tennessee.edu/wild-…
Congratulations to Jie Zhuang, UT professor of soil science, on being named a Fellow of the Soil Science Society of America! This honor is the society’s highest distinction, recognizing excellence & outstanding contributions to soil science.
Read more: utianews.tennessee.edu/2026-…
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Fall in the Foothills Experience Scheduled in Walland for October 25 utianews.tennessee.edu/fall-… @UTIAg @UTKnoxville @UTSystemNews
Fall colors are starting to show across Tennessee! 🍂 The black tupelo tree, UT Gardens’ October Plant of the Month, puts on a spectacular autumn display as its glossy green leaves turn shades of orange and deep red. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/sweet…
Happy National Farmer's Day! Today, we celebrate the farmers across Tennessee and beyond who work tirelessly to grow our food, care for our land and natural resources and keep our communities thriving. Thank you for all you do! 🧡
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The 13th annual Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade and Pet Expo returns October 25, bringing costumed pups, pet businesses, rescue groups, food trucks and more to UT Gardens, Knoxville! Event details and parade registration info at the link below ⤵️
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Land, Life & Science Fall 2026 is now online! As we celebrate National 4-H Week, we're proud to showcase the impact of Tennessee 4-H on youth across the state in this issue's cover story. Read more: landlifeandscience.tennessee…
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Saluting Tennessee’s No. 1 industry!
Big day for agriculture on Rocky Top this past weekend with Beef Day, Pick TN Products, UT Ag Day and Farm Bureau Federation.
Congratulations to Willis Jepson as the 2026 Tennessee Farmer of the Year. Fun Fact: Willis was Smokey’s handler in 1997 and 1998!
UT Extension has launched the Tennessee Extension Disaster Education Network, a new disaster preparedness and recovery website that serves as an easy-to-use information hub for individuals, farms and communities across Tennessee.
Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/ut-in…
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Today is World Rabies Day, a reminder that rabies prevention starts with reducing exposure risks and keeping animals appropriately vaccinated. Learn more about rabies prevention from @utcvm: solutions.tennessee.edu/publ…
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Shop a unique selection of plants expertly chosen for Tennessee gardens at the Fabulous Fall Plant Sale at UT Gardens, Knoxville, on Saturday, October 10, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Details:
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The Herbert College of Agriculture is now offering a fully online bachelor's degree in agricultural business, giving students the flexibility to prepare for careers in finance, sales, management and more.
Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/new-o…
We're excited to welcome José Peiretti to UTIA as our new precision agriculture Extension specialist!
Peiretti will help TN row crop producers evaluate precision technologies, generate local data and make informed decisions for their operations. utianews.tennessee.edu/utia-…
Meet Smirti Shahi, a plant sciences PhD candidate researching how precision irrigation can help Tennessee cotton producers adapt to heat, water stress and unpredictable weather.
Learn more in our latest Outstanding in Their Field student spotlight: utia.tennessee.edu/spotlight…
A new UTIA fellowship program funded by @USDA_NIFA is preparing future animal science professionals through hands-on research, Extension and professional development experiences. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/utia-…
Fall is the perfect time to plant! Join UT Gardens, Jackson, on October 1-2 for the annual Fall in the Gardens plant sale and lecture series. See the full schedule and event details: utianews.tennessee.edu/join-…
Ready to make your yard smarter and more sustainable? 🌿🐝 Join us for the fourth annual Smart Yards and Friends Festival on Saturday, September 12, at UT Gardens Knoxville! Explore native plants, beneficial insects, composting, water management and more.
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Big changes are coming to Ag Day this year! We’re moving our traditional fall event to Friday, October 2, and are expanding the event into the evening with Ag Day After Hours at UT Gardens, Knoxville. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/ag-da…
The Center for Profitable Agriculture's new Farming Where You Live webinar series will help Tennessee landowners explore ways to generate income from existing farm and forest land. The free series begins September 10. Learn more:
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