Agriculture Programs


Beat the Heat

Get ready to beat the heat and sharpen your turf management skills! Explore practical strategies for irrigation, weed control, turf stress recovery, and emerging technologies through hands-on learning and expert instruction. ☀️🌱 July 15 | Crossville, TN | $95 per person. Questions? Contact Gregg Upchurch at 931-484-6743 or gupchurch@utk.edu.

Aesthetics Matter

Learn how strong branding and visual appeal can help elevate your agricultural business! Join us for an engaging lunch-and-learn focused on marketing, branding, and creating a lasting impression in today’s competitive agricultural industry.🌾✨ July 24 | 12:00–1:00 p.m. | Free. Questions? Contact Sophie Hassler at sopghelt@utk.edu.

Fall Gardeners’ Festival

Grow your gardening knowledge with a full day of hands-on learning and inspiration! Explore educational seminars and exhibits covering gardening, pollinators, pest management, fruit production, landscaping, and more! Designed for gardeners of all skill levels. 🌿🌼 August 25 | Plateau AgResearch and Education Center | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | Free | Preregister online at 2026 Fall Gardeners’ Festival Registration Questions? Contact Gregg Upchurch at 931-484-6743 or gupchurch@utk.edu.

Steak and Potatoes Field Day

Join us for a day of learning designed for producers! Explore the latest research and practical strategies for beef cattle, fruit, and vegetable production. Hear from University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture experts as they share valuable insights to help enhance your operation. 🥩🥔 August 20 | 8:00 a.m. CDT | Free. Questions? Contact Gregg Upchurch at 931-484-6743 or gupchurch@utk.edu.


UT Extension programs are open to all persons seeking information pertaining to their home, farm, and/or ranch environment. UT Extension’s goal is to provide educational programs and information that is backed by science and research.

Extension agents and specialists provide educational trainings on topics that relate to beef cattle, dairy cattle, equine, poultry, small ruminant, and swine management.

Our hope is that information provided to you improves your quality of life, environment and/or productivity. Listed below is a small sample of agricultural programs and activities currently provided by UT Extension in Cumberland County. Should you have questions, we encourage you to contact us by phone, email or by visiting the UT Extension office in Cumberland County


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