Most research involves concentrated field work in the summer, supplemented by greenhouse and laboratory research during the fall and spring semesters. Many students interested in plant breeding and genetics elect to obtain their degree under the Plant Breeding and Plant Genetics program. Those electing this option must fulfill the requirements of that program. Weed science Research in the area of weed science is of both an applied and basic nature. Applied research is primarily directed towards control of annual and perennial weed species in row crops and forages.
Opportunities also exist for cooperative study with scientists in closely related fields.