West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center

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

Home of the UT Gardens, Jackson

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)

Spring Plant Sale 5/2

Weed Tour 6/17

Summer Celebration 7/9

No-Till Field Day 7/23, 7 am, Milan RECMLN

Cotton Tour 9/2

Video (more)

		Nozzle Selection "Nozzle selection has been simplified over the years, but different types of nozzles are needed for different..."
		Crapemyrtle Bark Scale "Southerners have come to rely on the Crapemyrtle as a dependable plant..."
		Sensor Drones "Many Tennessee farmers use drones to fly over and view crops. UTIA is now working on sensors attached to..."
		Crape Myrtle Bark Scale Video Series ""