Who will develop the science, technology and business to cultivate plants for human and environmental health? Spartans in the Department of Horticulture Will.

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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.

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  • Sep 10

    OCAB First Tuesday: Featuring Dr. Shandrea Stallworth

    September 10, 2024 12:00PM – 1:00PM Brody Hall Dining Commons/ Zoom

    The September ODEI First Tuesday event features Dr. Shandrea Stallworth, Senior Agronomist at Nestle Purina North America.

  • Sep 14

    CANR Tailgate

    September 14, 2024 10:30AM – 3:30PM

    Join fellow alumni and CANR leadership at a tailgate prior to the MSU v. Prairie View A&M football game.

  • Sep 17

    2024 OCAB Welcome Reception Brunch

    September 17, 2024 12:00PM – 2:00PM MSU Horticulture Gardens

    At the beginning of each fall semester, the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion holds a welcome event. It's a chance to meet the staff, as well as connect with others in the college.

  • Sep 24

    Agriculture and Food industry Career Fair 2024

    September 24, 2024 3:00PM – 6:00PM

    MSU to host Agriculture and Food industry Career Fair Sept. 24, 2024

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