Commercial horticulture encompasses the production and management of ornamental plants and turfgrass, as well as fruits and vegetables for profit. Extension programs in this area focus on challenges facing these segments of the industry in marketing, integrated pest management, sustainable cultural practices, environmental and human health risks, invasive species, regulations, and profitability.
CHA Landscape Short Course
Expand content upThis program will offer green industry professionals the opportunity to learn the latest research-based information from various experts across the state to advance their management practices.
Certified Lawn Care Professional Certificate
Expand content upThis online course provides a strong foundation of turfgrass knowledge for novice turfgrass professionals or those who want to start a career in the field.
Certified Landscape Professional Program
Expand content upThis course will provide the education and skills needed to effectively establish and maintain beautiful and functional landscapes.
UTHort Pros
Expand content upOn this page, you’ll find resources, events, and training opportunities for those in the professional horticulture services industry (groundskeepers, landscapers, etc).
Certified Community & Sports Turf Manager Program
Expand content upDesigned for those managing turf in:
School grounds, Community Sports Fields and Recreational Turf, Cemeteries and Memorial Sites, Municipal/County Parks, and Related Green Spaces.
UT Turfgrass Mobile Weed Manual
Expand content upCheck out this resource via the website or download the app for iPhone and Android.
Pesticide Safety and Education Program
Expand content upPesticide Safety and Education Program (PSEP) in Tennessee is a statewide educational program with an overall goal to protect the environment and the public health from improper use of pesticides.
Master Nursery Manager
Expand content upThe Tennessee Master Nursery Producer program, both regular and advanced, is a professional development program for nursery crops producers.
For more resources and publications related to horticulture, check out UThort.com
