UT Institute of Agriculture

We're excited to share that UTIA has named Joy Rumble as head of the UT Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education and Communications. She will be on campus in August for the start of the Fall 2026 semester. Read more about her appointment: utianews.tennessee.edu/utia-appoints-…

Mark your calendar for the 2026 Milan No-Till Field Day on July 23! Join us for 13 in-depth tours led by UTIA experts covering today's most important topics in row crop production and conservation. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/milan-no-till-…

Two new endowed scholarships at the University of Tennessee, including one through @UT_Herbert, are opening doors for future students in agriculture and science! Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/wilson-county-…

UT welcomes Orlando J. Rojas as the UT-ORNL Governor’s Chair for Circular Biomaterials. Rojas will hold a joint appointment in @UTIAg and at @ORNL beginning in late 2026. news.utk.edu/2026/05/06/ut-…

Tennessee is losing nearly 300 acres of farmland every day. As development grows, farmers face rising costs, tough competition and hard decisions about their future. Read how this shift is impacting agriculture and what’s being done to protect it: landlifeandscience.tennessee.edu/periodical/spr…

Meet the native catalpa, UT Gardens' May Plant of the Month! With orchid-like flowers and heart-shaped leaves, this late spring-blooming beauty is one of the most unique and beloved large ornamental trees in the south. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/an-old-souther…

“FIFA made an inspired choice when it chose John to lead their World Cup research initiative.” — Paul Ashcroft, Arsenal FC Read more about Professor John Sorochan and find out why @FIFAcom chose him to help perfect the pitches for the #FIFAWorldCup 26. torchbearer.utk.edu/2025/12/deep-r…

Join us June 9 for the 19th annual Fruits of the Backyard Field Day in Spring Hill! Get expert tips on blackberries, blueberries, elderberries and more, enjoy live demos and explore research plantings. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/fruits-of-the-…

Professor John Sorochan and Research Scientist Kyley Dickson needed a way to make sure turfgrass playing fields are safe for athletes — so they invented the fLEX Device. Read more about their innovative solution. ⬇️ bit.ly/4cr4hYN

UT Extension is strengthening the senior leadership structure of the Tennessee 4-H Youth Development Program, reinforcing its commitment to expanding impact and opportunity for young people across the state. 🍀 Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/ut-extension-a…

Celebrate Tennessee’s biggest trees through art! Hosted by the National Champion Tree Program at UTIA, “Rooted in Creativity: A Champion Tree Artist Showcase” is April 24, 5–8 p.m. at the Museum of Infinite Outcomes in Knoxville. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/tennessee-cham…

UTIA researchers have earned a $650K @USDA_NIFA grant to study how cattle turn feed into energy. Their work could improve efficiency and support producers through better breeding and management. #NIFAImpacts #RealLifeSolutions Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/utia-researche…

The Milan No-Till Field Day returns July 23! 🎉 utianews.tennessee.edu/2026-milan-no-…

The Chancellor's Innovation Fund supports the entrepreneurship pipeline by providing a pathway and funding to commercialize technology that could have real-life applications. Meet the 2026 recipients. ⬇️ news.utk.edu/2026/04/07/fiv…

Mini sweet peppers are easier to grow, ripen faster and face fewer pest problems than their full-sized counterparts - a perfect choice for home gardeners! Discover top varieties, growing tips and more about the UT Gardens' April Plant of the Month: utianews.tennessee.edu/miniature-swee…

Big news! 🦗🍨 UTIA Food Science + Entomology teamed up with the Rocky Top Institute to create Davy Cricket Crunch—a new ice cream packed with protein (and crickets). 15g of protein per scoop! Try it at the UT Creamery - available April 1 only 😉 @KC4UTIA

Congratulations to the 2026 Tennessee Farmer of the Year regional winners! This competition is a new collaboration of the Tennessee Farm Bureau Federation and UT Extension to recognize the leadership, innovation and impact of producers across the state. utianews.tennessee.edu/regional-winne…

America Saves Week is almost here! Next week, April 6-10, UT Extension is encouraging Tennesseans to take a moment to check in on your finances, set goals and build better saving habits. Learn more: utianews.tennessee.edu/ut-extension-e…

Happy #NationalAgDay! At UTIA, we proudly support farmers, producers and communities through research, education and outreach that helps agriculture thrive across Tennessee.

IT's back! After a six-year hiatus, we are bringing back our wildly popular family fun event, OPEN HOUSE! utianews.tennessee.edu/annual-open-ho…