Crop Science and Management, B.S.

Program Overview

This program combines the study of applied crop production and management, with a focus on exploring soils, weeds, plant breeding, and advanced growing techniques like biotechnology and GPS. Students will engage in hands-on learning in the on-campus greenhouses and lab, preparing them for careers in agriculture, including roles as field agronomists, growers, and agricultural consultants.

Program Outline

Careers:

• Field agronomist (crops)
• Grower
• Weed management specialist
• Agricultural consultant
• Research technician
• Crop production manager

Other:

• The program combines the study of applied crop production and management.
• Students will explore soils, weeds, plant breeding, microbes, insects, and other areas related to plant growth.
• Students will also study advanced growing techniques, like biotechnology and global positioning systems (GPS).
• Much of the education takes place in the on-campus greenhouses and in the lab.