The Department of Crop and Soil Science solves problems related to field crop agriculture, natural systems, rural and urban economies, and natural resource management.
Get a Bachelor of Science Degree in Crop and Soil Science
As an undergraduate, you'll have many chances for hands-on learning. Research opportunities for students include projects in breeding plants for food, oil and other uses, the science behind soil health, small farm operations and more, while your required internship will introduce you to the different career options available to you once you graduate. Student club activities will help you hone your leadership skills, positioning you for an exciting career in agronomy, soil science, or plant breeding.
Learn about Graduate Programs
The Department of Crop and Soil Science offers graduate work in the following areas:
Crop Science & Production
We're committed to acquiring, integrating and sharing basic and applied knowledge about field crops and cropping systems in an ever-changing world.
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Soil Science
We strive to understand the structure and function of the earth's surface. Our broad discipline includes soil biology, chemistry, physics, fertility, and pedology.
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Our Students
Angel Hammon | Agricultural Sciences | Class of 2021 | Susanville, California
Gates Millennium Scholar | Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation
STEM Leaders | International Agriculture Club
First Generation College Student
Eric Giovanni Soto | Crop & Soil Science with Agronomy option
The Dalles Oregon | First-generation college student
Men's Soccer Club Goalkeeper | Class of 2022
MANRRS Chapter President and Community Representative Officer
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OSU Extension collaborates with Oregon IPM Center to answer pest management questions
As an agronomist with the Oregon State University Extension Service, Gordon Jones gets many questions on a variety of topics, including field...
OSU leads the way in developing disease-resistant and sustainable potato varieties
Oregon's potato industry is a significant part of the state's agriculture, with over 43,000 acres dedicated to potato farming. The state's...
OSU research boosts Oregon wheat production
Approximately 740,000 acres of winter wheat and other wheat varieties are planted in Oregon, making it one of the top crops in the state. The...
Welcome Dr. Nan Xu
Dr. Nan Xu earned her Ph.D. in Soil and Water Sciences from the University of Florida, where she specialized in sustainable crop production...