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Academic programs in the Department of Plant Sciences span the art, science and technology of plant use in society. Undergraduate students receive preparation for careers in plant science and beyond with six concentrations: Horticulture Science and Production, Organic Production, Plant Genetics and Biotechnology, Public Horticulture, Sustainable Landscape Design and Turfgrass Science and Management. The Department of Plant Sciences also offers graduate level education and research opportunities.

💐 From the classroom to the field!Students in our Sustainable Landscape Design program traveled to Asheville, NC, this p...
10/20/2026

💐 From the classroom to the field!

Students in our Sustainable Landscape Design program traveled to Asheville, NC, this past weekend for two days of exploration, observation, and experiential learning.

The trip included visits with Living Roofs, Inc., where students explored the intersection of design, construction, and green infrastructure; a guided tour of the Biltmore Estate gardens; and time spent exploring downtown Asheville and the North Carolina Arboretum

Throughout the trip, students were encouraged to slow down, sketch, observe, and consider how landscapes are designed, constructed, experienced, and managed over time.

A special thank you to Kate Ancaya , Bill Quade , and the horticulture staff for sharing their time, expertise, and perspectives with our students!

🌱 BEACON26 Recap: Thank you to all students, employers, and everyone involved in making BEACON26 such a great event!The ...
10/20/2026

🌱 BEACON26 Recap: Thank you to all students, employers, and everyone involved in making BEACON26 such a great event!

The UT Turfgrass Program, a part of the Department of Plant Sciences, hosted BEACON26 earlier this month. This event marks the third annual BEACON event. BEACON is a two-day event that brings together students, researchers, and industry professionals from around the country.

🪻 Did you know that the UT Horticulture team in the Department of Plant Sciences offers two online certificate programs?...
10/06/2026

🪻 Did you know that the UT Horticulture team in the Department of Plant Sciences offers two online certificate programs? The Certified Lawn Care Professional course is an introductory online course that provides the education and skills needed to effectively establish and maintain turfgrasses and the Certified Landscape Professional course is an introductory online course that teaches you how to effectively establish and maintain landscapes. Both are entirely online and self-paced and cost $250.

If you are looking to further your career as a lawn care professional or landscape professional, be sure to check out our courses! For more information about the courses, as well as details about how to register click here: https://plantsciences.tennessee.edu/explore-the-certified-lawn-care-professional-and-certified-landscape-professional-online-courses/

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University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
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University of Tennessee, Knoxville

🌾 Ag Day Recap: Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday for Ag Day 2026! We loved seeing everyone and celebrating ...
10/05/2026

🌾 Ag Day Recap: Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday for Ag Day 2026! We loved seeing everyone and celebrating agriculture!

University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
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Herbert College of Agriculture
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

🥇 Award Winner: Congratulations to Sam Humphrey who placed 1st in the lightning talk competition at the 2026 NCERA-101 A...
10/01/2026

🥇 Award Winner: Congratulations to Sam Humphrey who placed 1st in the lightning talk competition at the 2026 NCERA-101 Annual Meeting/ 6th International CEA Conference in Edinburgh, Scotland on September 8th! This is an international controlled environment and greenhouse conference for academics to share their latest projects.

Sam competed with other controlled environment agriculture graduate students from across the world. The title of his presentation was "Basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Nufar') Morphology, Physiology, and Volatile Organic Compounds Throughout Four Weeks of Growth and Development".

Congratulations, Sam!

Herbert College of Agriculture
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

🌟 Research Spotlight: Congratulations to Avenlea Alford, Ty Osterhage, and Leo Bonifacio, three Plant Sciences students ...
09/29/2026

🌟 Research Spotlight: Congratulations to Avenlea Alford, Ty Osterhage, and Leo Bonifacio, three Plant Sciences students with concentrations in Sustainable Landscape Design who presented at Discovery Day last week at Hodges Library!

Discovery Day is an annual event in the fall that showcases the research and creative work of undergraduate students at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. These students each presented a poster highlighting work developed through undergraduate research projects with faculty mentor Professor Clint Wayman and supported by the Office of Undergraduate Research and Fellowships. Their projects focused on landscape strategies in nature-based early childhood education spaces through hands-on investigation, observation and research.

Congratulations to our students on their hard work and a successful Discovery Day!

Herbert College of Agriculture
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

🪴 Class Spotlight: PLSC 130 The Art and Science of Living with PlantsThe students in PLCS 130 had so much fun exploring ...
09/22/2026

🪴 Class Spotlight: PLSC 130 The Art and Science of Living with Plants

The students in PLCS 130 had so much fun exploring the Ecology and Evolutionary Biology program's collections at Hesler Biology Greenhouses. PLSC 130 alum and current undergrad teaching assistant, Cindy Salinas Avelino, captured these fantastic photos of the visit. Thank you, Cindy!

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Herbert College of Agriculture
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

🌿 Interested in learning more about the Department of Plant Sciences here at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville? Joi...
09/15/2026

🌿 Interested in learning more about the Department of Plant Sciences here at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville? Join us today at the annual Majors Fair in the Student Union Ballroom from 1:30-4:30 PM! We can't wait to meet you!

Herbert College of Agriculture
University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture

✈️ Happening Now: The UTIA International Showcase is happening now in ANRB 101 until 2 PM! Stop by to find out more abou...
09/10/2026

✈️ Happening Now: The UTIA International Showcase is happening now in ANRB 101 until 2 PM! Stop by to find out more about various study abroad programs, including a few with some of our Plant Sciences faculty!

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University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture
Herbert College of Agriculture
University of Tennessee, Knoxville

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