
The King of Country Ham
By following a gut feeling and fueling it with hard work and passion, one UT Knoxville alumnus has successfully been curing, smoking and aging hams since 1973.

Ah-Ha Moments
A CIS resource consultant had a light bulb turn on, or maybe off, when he realized the amount of energy efficient opportunities that could be implemented in food industry operations.

Middle of Somewhere
It’s more than a restaurant start-up story. It’s a passion for a hometown and a desire to see it revitalized.

Digging In
A community that grows produce together, stays together. At least this is how it is going for the residents of Frayser through implementing a community garden with the help of UTHSC.

Going Nuts
What do you think of when you hear food allergy? Peanuts. One UT Martin alumna is working to combat the common allergy.

Born of a Ritual
Tennessee and Kentucky may not always go hand in hand, but for a glass of bourbon that tastes like sweet warm caramel and goes down like a breath-taking sunset, we will let it slide.

Full Circle at the Food Truck
UT Knoxville undergrads participate in the real-world experience provided by the Culinary Institute of Knoxville.

Tennessee Agriculture
From the rolling mountains in the East to the fertile delta in the West, Tennessee contributes to the feeding of the world.

Staying Connected
CIS Partners with UT Tickle College of Engineering, Chattanooga Company to improve internet access.

Advancing The Nation
UT Knoxville has risen as a leader in advanced manufacturing research with efforts focused on national security and economic development.

To Be the Best They Can Be
UTHSC Center on Developmental Disabilities helps children thrive.

Enriching the Lifeblood
UT Southern mentorship program pairs established businesses with start-ups.










