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Barley
Its one of our most lasting symbols of America - wind gently sweeping through a grain field. And soon it could be a common sight in Tennessee.  
 
Pumpkins
Gardening experts with UT AgResearch say you can use a variety of pumpkins to create an eye-catching display.  
 
Cotton Module Picker
More and more producers are using cotton module pickers to get their crops from the field to the gin.  
 
Switchgrass Forage
Experts with UT's Institute of Agriculture believe switchgrass is nutritious for farm animals, and environmentally friendly.  
 
Changing Animal Population
In Tennessee, we're seeing changes in our animal population. Some species are moving in, but others are disappearing from our lands.  
 
Wood for Biomass
Tennessee's vast forests might someday be used for biomass.  
 
Biofuel
A recent report says the U.S. could produce a billion tons of biofuel materials each year, without impacting food supplies. We are working on ways to produce biomass and alternative fuels.