West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center

Finding real life solutions at the West TN AgResearch & Education Center.

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We facilitate the research of agricultural scientists...

...who create Real. Life. Solutions.

A meeting place for scientists and the public.

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Welcome to the West TN AgResearch and Education Center
Jackson, TN

Known for its research on ornamentals, turf grasses, agronomic and horticultural crops, the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center, established in 1907, is the oldest research center in the U.T. system.

University scientists from:

as well as USDA-ARS researchers, along with a capable support staff conduct over 100 investigations annually to evaluate new cultivars, test and develop technology for more efficient crop production and a safer and aesthetically pleasing environment.

Events (more)

Cotton Tour 9/6, 8:00 - 1:00 pm

Fall Gardeners' Festival 8/29, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Crossville PREC

Heritage Festival 10/14, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Grand Junction RECAMES

Fall Folklore Jamboree 10/21, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Milan AgRsch

Video (more)

		Managing 8-inch Palmer Pigweed "Weed control programs for late-season palmer amaranth in corn"
		Bottle Art at UT Gardens Jackson "More than 6,000 bottles were used to create this stunning garden display!"
		Bee Research "Researchers at the UT Institute of Agriculture are exploring reasons behind the decline of the honeybee..."
		Forest Research "UT's Institute of Agriculture has research projects statewide to help landowners better manage their timber."