Our Research

The West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center is known for its research on agronomic crops, with an emphasis on corn, cotton, soybeans, and wheat.

UT scientists, along with the USDA Agricultural Research Service researchers, conduct more than one hundred investigations annually to evaluate new cultivars, test and develop technology for more efficient crop production, and ensure sustainable agriculture in a safe, aesthetically pleasing environment. Ornamental horticulture and lawn and landscaping management are featured in the UT Gardens, Jackson, and arboretum.

To learn more about research at the West Tennessee AgResearch and Education Center, click on selected commodities pictured below.