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

Qianqian Fan | Anqing China | Class of 2019

M.S. Crop Science

Le'Waski Watkins with Hemp

Le'Waski Watkins | Horticulture and Crop & Soil Science | Tuscaloosa, AL

CAS Leadership Academy | First Generation College Student | Class of 2023

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The OSU organic agriculture team: From left, Shayan Ghajar, Nick Andrews, Lucas Nebert, Shannon Cappellazzi, Todd Anderson and Brigid Meints. Photo: Josie Noteboom

Oregon State University goes all in on organics

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Students enrolled in the Master Butcher Certificate Program at Blue Mountain Community College in Pendleton attend a training on humane animal handling in March.  Courtesy: Rebecca Thistlethwaite

OSU helps launch meat cutting programs in the Pacific Northwest

With a three-year, $650,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), OSU’s Niche Meat...

Welcome Hunter Doyle

Hunter Doyle recently began his role as assistant professor of practice (extension agronomist) in Malheur County at the end of March. He just...

2025 OSU/ARS Dryland Growers Field Day presentation

Needs of Dryland Growers Addressed at OSU/ARS Field Day

Francisco Calderon shared that CBARC is a one stop shop for most of the needs that dryland growers could have. “Everything from agronomy, soil...