Our faculty represent the disciplines of agronomy, horticulture, entomology, plant pathology, and soil science. The Plant and Soil Science program integrates classroom and field experiencesand incorporates relevant environmental, social, and economic issues into the curriculum. It is flexible, allowing you to pursue your interest in plant production, landscape design, and environmental issues related to plants and soils, while preparing for career opportunities and graduate studies. Faculty help students develop individualized courses of study to match their interests and career goals. This holistic approach seeks to develop in students an understanding of the complex nature of managing agroecosystems that are environmentally sound, economically viable, and socially responsible.
Science is integrated with small business management.
A goal of this concentration is to develop a knowledge base and skills to critically analyze and address issues related to sustainable agriculture. The design of landscapes to serve both human and ecosystem functions is important to sustaining environmental health and the quality of human life. Students selecting this option are prepared for a professional career as a landscape designer or for graduate studies in landscape architecture. This concentration emphasizes the theory and techniques of landscape design and their application to private, commercial, or public design problems. This concentration provides students with the knowledge and skills needed for challenging careers in this industry and in the production of fruits and vegetables.