Agriculture

Three people conducting a demonstration on how to make chocolate from cacao beans.
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Immersed in Study Abroad

In the tropical forests of Costa Rica, Skylynn Pastorello got an up-close view of insects not found in Tennessee, such as a large wasp that preys on tarantulas and bullet ants, named for the extremely strong sting they deliver.

The Last Word

Growing Communities

Derrick Stowell had no idea his passion for environmental education and therapeutic recreation would launch a world-impacting program.

Power T branded burgers
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A Full Plate

UTIA works to nourish the nation through its involvement with farmers and businesses all while completing research in animal, plant and food sciences.

The McClanahan family in front of their barn
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Family Linked to UT Since 1946

An “Everywhere You Look, UT” mural shows pride.

Ben Neale and his cattle
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The Light on the Hill

Tennessee beef producers see sales rise.

Young ag entrepreneurs with their patent
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Finding a Better Way

A class at UT Martin leads to a patent.

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Alumni Association

Welcome to the UT Family

How UT's campuses and academic program prepared five Class of 2020 graduates.

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Ancient Harvest

Want to try some sumpweed?

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Tick Disease Expert

Jessica Harmon helped find culprit behind Heartland virus

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Eat Tennessee

Before farmers’ markets became all the rage, Joe Gaines (’69, ’76) was working on a plan to make Tennessee’s small-scale producers more profitable by helping them grab a larger share of the markets.