Plant Science Plant Science Plant science is a diverse major offered by the departments of Agronomy, Entomology and Nematology and Plant Pathology.
Various specializations are available.
Students are encouraged to select the appropriate specialization to prepare for specific career objectives. Potential careers for plant science majors are many, including various aspects of production agriculture, agribusiness sales and marketing, private consulting in crop production and plant protection, environmental policy and regulation, international agriculture, and field or laboratory technical support, as well as preparation for graduate school. This specialization will provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the scientific fundamentals and applied principles associated with production and improvement of agronomic crops. Field and forage crops provide the major food and fiber requirements for the world's population and are becoming increasingly important in soil conservation and sustainability, energy production and environmental issues. There are four different options offered under this specialization, the choice of which is dependent on the career choice of the individual student.