Crop Science

Crop science is that the study of the world's major food, feed, turf, and fiber crops and their environment. Crop Science is a broad discipline encompassing breeding, genetics, production, and many other.The program at WSU emphasizes developing and applying new technology to make sure a secure and abundant food supply and a sustainable agro-ecosystem.A minor in crop science may be a perfect addition to majors in agriculture and plant sciences, but it are often added to almost any major. Receive top-quality classroom, field, and laboratory experiences required for well-paying careers in industry, government, and farming.Pursue researches in such areas as an organic crop production systems, plant breeding, biotechnology, groundwater contamination prevention, and turf and golf links management.Study under professors who are among the nation’s most efficient and artistic within the field.Develop skills which will help solve environmental and food problems or create enjoyable living conditions. Employment is out there in government and commercial agencies like the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service, Natural Resource Conservation Service, and Cooperative Extension; the Environmental Protection Agency; the Washington State Department of Ecology, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Natural Resources; and in food processing companies, insurance agencies, and commercial concerns handling farm products, fertilizers, and agricultural chemicals and seeds.