Events At Our Center

In addition to Field Days at other Centers, a variety of events take place throughout the year at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center. Below is a schedule of bigger events, and we invite you to participate! More details are included as additional information becomes available.

A family poses for a picture while holding plants at the Spring Plant Sale

2025 Liquidation Plant Sale

Tuesday, May 13

9 a.m. – 1 p.m.


Come on back and shop our remaining plants at the 2025 Liquidation Plant Sale, hosted by UT Gardens, Jackson!

We still have thousands of annuals, perennials, trees, conifers, shrubs, vegetables, herbs, succulents, and more, many at a discounted price. The sale is free to attend, and will take place in the main parking lot behind the building. The Madison County Master Gardeners sale sold out and will not be taking place.

Below you will find the updated list with remaining plants as well as some new additions. Pay close attention to the color rubric for information on which selections are discounted!

PLANT SALE LIST

2025 Cotton Scout School

Wednesday, May 21

8:30 a.m.

Join UTIA researchers and Extension specialists for both classroom lectures and hands-on trainings on the latest cotton production and field scouting techniques. Topics will include cotton development, identification, weed control, disease and insect management, and more.

Pesticide points in categories 1, 4, 10, and 12 will be offered, as well as a complimentary BBQ lunch. There is no cost to attend, and preregistration is not required.