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The department provides a Bachelor of Science in Plant and Soil Science program that expands upon core biological and physical science fundamentals. This groundwork equips students with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills across various sectors of the plant and soil sciences field. The curriculum teaches modern approaches for cultivating agronomic, forage, horticultural, and turfgrass crops while preserving vital soil and water resources. Students also gain expertise in contemporary strategies for managing plant diseases, pests, and weeds, along with effective soil nutrition and irrigation practices.
Earning this degree enables graduates to address diverse plant and soil challenges, including fertilizer and pesticide usage, urban heat reduction through strategic landscaping, enhanced agricultural yields via plant genetics and biotech, and specialized vineyard and winery operations management.