UT Institute of Agriculture

University of Tennessee Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries student Emily Hockman launches a weather balloon equipped with an aerial acoustic recording system. The system was used to listen for the calls of at-risk avian species on DoD facilities.
News and Updates

Project of the Year

Dave Buehler was recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense last year for a project tracking threatened bird species using weather balloons.

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UT Vets Pull with Clydesdales

How a UT Chattanooga alumnus teamed UT with Budweiser

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Ancient Harvest

Want to try some sumpweed?

collage of images from the 30s, 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s
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Historic Timeline and Memorable Moments: 1917 – 2017

Noteworthy, events, people and moments from the past century

Alumni Association

A History of Generous Giving Means a More Prosperous Tennessee Future

For more than a century, the generosity and financial support of the ever-growing University of Tennessee family has powered the statewide system of UT campuses.

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A Climb-Free Treehouse

A children's treehouse called the “Nest” is open at the UT Gardens in Knoxville.

Tom Looney helps unveil Smokey’s Playhouse, raffled off to benefit Habitat for Humanity.
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A Doggone Good Cause

UT Knoxville and Virginia Tech participated in a "Battle of the Playhouses" to benefit Habitat for Humanity.

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All Vol Cheese: Made in Tennessee, Enjoyed Everywhere

Checkerboard Mild Cheddar, Game Day Sharp Cheddar, Smokey’s Smoked Gouda and Torchbearer Jalapeno. If you’re a fan of cheese and familiar with UT Knoxville, there’s no need to explain the iconic references.

Lone Oaks Farm's entrance road
The Last Word

Seeding Tomorrow in West Tennessee

Things grow in Hardeman County. The University of Tennessee is planting something new there in fertile ground.

food line for the wildlife buffet event
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Dining on the Wild Side

Not your ordinary culinary delights: smoked beaver, squirrel, venison, moose.

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Community-based Changes for Better Health

Heather Wallace helps Tennessee families add more movement and healthful foods into their lives.

Blake Thomas and business partner Helen Shafer in coffee shop
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Blake Thomas Finds What He’s Looking For in ‘Tiny House’

Blake Thomas wasn’t looking for fame or fortune but rather passion and purpose.

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Taking a Next Step Toward a Biobased Economy

A small stand of poplar trees harvested from an AgResearch Center is set to help scientists progress further down the path toward low-cost, high-quality renewable fuels.

Tennessee's garden team
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Tennessee’s Garden is the Best

A select team of volunteer Master Gardeners sponsored by UT Extension in Davidson County took first place in 2015.

Fresh vegetables in the produce section of the grocery
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Fresh, Safe Produce

Each year, foodborne illnesses sicken about 48 million people (one in six Americans).

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The Face of UT in Every County

Extension emphasizes helping people improve their livelihoods where they live. Follow any road in Tennessee, and you’ll find people whose lives have been impacted by UT Extension.

Captain Skyhawk mascot giving high fives to small children
Alumni Association

Alumni in Photos: Winter 2016

Alumni at work, life, and play

aerial view of Lone Oaks farm
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New 4-H Camp

The stunning 1,200 acres of woods, pastures, lakes and farmland will soon host 4-H campers and people of all ages looking for a great place to gather and learn.

CVM class of 2015 in front of The Rock, painted with Smokey, a horsehow and the state Tri-Star symbol
Alumni Association

Alumni in Photos: Fall 2015

Almuni from all UT campuses and institutes pictured all around the country

Group photo in Rwanda
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Real-life Solutions: UTIA Delivers

Featured image: On a recent visit to Rwanda, three representatives of Zamura Feeds Ltd. showed their soybeans to UTIA’s Forbes Walker (left) and Neal Eash (in yellow). Also joining the ... Read more

UT Knoxville alumni and fans in Jacksonville, Florida, for the Taxslayer Bowl.
Alumni Association

Alumni in Photos: Spring 2015

Photos of the UT alumni community.

Veterinarians provide treatment to a small dog
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Wellness of Being

To improve personal health, the UT College of Veterinary Medicine is developing a comprehensive wellness program for students and its faculty and staff who serve as role models.

U.S. District Judge Pamela Reeves
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The Four H’s and Her Honor

U. S. District Court Judge Pamela Reeves got her start through 4-H