Welcome to the Department of Horticulture. The Department's mission is to prepare our students for horticulture-related careers in science and business. This includes making new discoveries in the plant sciences; promoting the use of plants and food for improved human health and a safe environment; improving the characteristics, quality and availability of horticultural products; and strengthening the competitive position of the world's horticultural industries. Faculty members possess a diverse array of expertise - both interdisciplinary (e.g., breeding, genomics, development, physiology, metabolism, molecular biology, and sustainable production), and commodity based (e.g., fruits/pomology, vegetables, viticulture, floriculture, nursery crops, postharvest, design and landscape ecology, and marketing) - which they utilize in their research, teaching and outreach programs, at both the national and international levels.
Featured Students
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Michael's nontraditional path to horticulture allows him to use technology while working outdoors
Published on November 11, 2020
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Daniel's horticulture degree is a balance of hard science and practical knowledge
Published on October 14, 2020
Featured Alumni
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Emily is the Director of Education and Certification at the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association
Published on October 23, 2020
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Brittney continues to learn and grow her passion for horticulture
Published on August 19, 2020
Featured Faculty
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Marcus Duck teaches several classes and interacts with students outside the classroom
Published on August 10, 2020
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Dr. Brad Rowe enjoys the flexibility of working on his own research program at MSU
Published on July 6, 2020
News
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Irrigation Association names MSU horticulture student as an E3 program winner
Published on December 4, 2020
Danielle Ellsworth was chosen to be a part of the 2020 national irrigation educational program -
MSU student helps create inclusive space for her peers
Published on November 19, 2020
Nevaeh Marshall was awarded a CANR ODEI scholarship for her work in sharing Native traditions and creating welcoming environments for others. -
Michael's nontraditional path to horticulture allows him to use technology while working outdoors
Published on November 11, 2020
An advanced degree in horticulture allows Michael to blend his love of horticulture with his background in remote sensing and data analysis. -
Marcus Duck named the 2020 MSU Outstanding Academic Advisor
Published on November 4, 2020
Marcus advises and teaches undergraduate students to prepare them for their future career in horticulture. -
Emily is the Director of Education and Certification at the Michigan Nursery and Landscape Association
Published on October 23, 2020
Emily enjoys staying up-to-date on all aspects of the horticulture industry and supporting all sectors of our great Green Industry.
Featured in the News
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Fresh tree, fresh cut, fresh water - how to get the most from your real Michigan Christmas tree
Published on December 4, 2020 by WKAR
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The science of the season
Published on December 4, 2020 by MSU Today
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Vinifera grape quest in Michigan
Published on November 18, 2020 by Good Fruit Grower
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Breeding the best blueberry
Published on November 16, 2020 by MSU News
Events
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Mar 16
Give Green Day
March 16, 2021 12:00AM – 11:59PM
Spartans will come together to give to the College of Agriculture & Natural Resources.