Plant Agriculture
Michigan State University has a rich history of plant agriculture research and outreach dating back to the origin of the institution. Through MSU AgBioResearch, scientists are continuing to make discoveries in the areas of genomics, breeding, pest management and disease management.
News
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        MSU AgBioResearch complements university’s One Team, One Health approachPublished on October 15, 2025 
 Michigan State University AgBioResearch partners with MSU colleges to advance research that promotes the interconnectedness of human, plant, animal and environmental health.
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        MSU AgBioResearch helps propel potato industryPublished on August 27, 2025 
 The Michigan potato industry is seeing significant returns from investment in Michigan State University research.
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        Leadership transition announced for Project GREEENPublished on June 23, 2025 
 Cornelius Barry will be the next coordinator of Project GREEEN, effective July 1, 2025.
Programs
Contact
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        George SmithDirector of AgBioResearch, Senior Associate Dean for Research 
 smithge7@msu.edu
 
