Welcome to West TN Research & Education Center
Jackson, TN

WTREC Main Bldg Known for its research on ornamentals, turf grasses, agronomic and horticultural crops, the West Tennessee Research 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.

For more information, contact Robert M. Hayes, Research Center Director, at 731/424-1643, or email wtrec@utk.edu.

Video (more)

		Cotton Sub-Irrigation "Watering plants to make them grow works in a small garden or lawn, but is not so easy when you're talking..."
		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!"
		Managing Cover Crops "An overview of a UTIA research project evaluating both the timing and products used to terminate cover crops."