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Ag Year Preview
Spring is almost here, and it’s just about time for Tennessee farmers to plant their 2012 crops. All indications are - things are looking good for producers, following what was a good year in 2011.  
 
Pumpkin Display
A beautiful pumpkin - the perfect symbol of all things autumn. Now you can see literally thousands of pumpkins – and gourds and squash – in a unique and amazing display.  
 
Southern Partnership for Integrated Biomass Supply Systems
The Southern Partnership for Integrated Biomass Supply Systems  
 
The Story of Cotton
A look at the history, production and uses of cotton.  
 
Weed Research
A climate that's good for a variety of crops means many types of weeds also thrive. UT AgResearch works to help farmers battle this yearly problem that can greatly affect their yields.  
 
Cotton Gin
We know it as the fabric of our lives. Cotton is everywhere - found in clothing, upholstery and even food and money. But we need a way to get cotton from the field to the manufacturing plant.  
 
Turtle Research
University of Tennessee Turtle research in West Tennessee  
 
Cotton's Comeback?
Cotton remains a staple in southern agriculture, but in recent years the number of acres in Tennessee has dropped by a significant amount. But is 2010 the year of cotton's comeback?  
 
Weather Station
There's a saying in Tennessee - if you don't like the weather, just wait a few minutes, it's about to change! Experts with UT AgResearch centers collect weather data and study climate patterns.  
 
Barley
Its one of our most lasting symbols of America - wind gently sweeping through a grain field. And soon it could be a common sight in Tennessee.  
 
Wall Gardening
You obviously need dirt to grow something, but you can also use .... a wall.