Patrick D Keyser
Specialization: Native Grasslands Management
Serving Tennesseans - and those throughout the surrounding region - through development of improved practices for native grasslands that provide economic and natural resources benefits.
As Director for the Center for Native Grasslands, I lead research focused on management of native grass-based production systems including forages and biofuels, management of grasslands, and restoration of grassland communities.
I provide educational information to producers, landowners, agency personnel, and industry, all with a focus on native grasslands and associated natural resources.
- Current research activities focus on: development of an integrated forage production model that incorporates cool-season annuals into native warm-season grasses to extend grazing seasons; evaluating use of native forbs and legumes in native grass pastures to improve wildlife habitat, soil health, and pollinator habitat; and evaluation of improved establishment strategies for native grass forages, and use of native grass pastures by grassland birds.
2431 Joe Johnson Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
- EdS, Forestry, Clemson University, 2001
- Masters, No/Unknown Field of Study, Louisiana St U Cen Office, 1984
- Bachelors, No/Unknown Field of Study, Virginia Polytech Inst & St Un, 1982
- Agriculture and Natural Resources
Patrick D Keyser
2431 Joe Johnson Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996
- EdS, Forestry, Clemson University, 2001
- Masters, No/Unknown Field of Study, Louisiana St U Cen Office, 1984
- Bachelors, No/Unknown Field of Study, Virginia Polytech Inst & St Un, 1982
- Agriculture and Natural Resources
Serving Tennesseans - and those throughout the surrounding region - through development of improved practices for native grasslands that provide economic and natural resources benefits.
As Director for the Center for Native Grasslands, I lead research focused on management of native grass-based production systems including forages and biofuels, management of grasslands, and restoration of grassland communities.
I provide educational information to producers, landowners, agency personnel, and industry, all with a focus on native grasslands and associated natural resources.
- Current research activities focus on: development of an integrated forage production model that incorporates cool-season annuals into native warm-season grasses to extend grazing seasons; evaluating use of native forbs and legumes in native grass pastures to improve wildlife habitat, soil health, and pollinator habitat; and evaluation of improved establishment strategies for native grass forages, and use of native grass pastures by grassland birds.