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 and MSU Extension, scientists are continuing to make discoveries in the areas of genomics, breeding, pest management and disease management, while reaching out to growers to convey the most recent findings.

MSU received more than $45 million from 2021-2023 for climate-related research, development and outreach activities, much of which has directly or indirectly impacted plant agriculture. Over 40% of this funding is linked to the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, MSU AgBioResearch and MSU Extension.

News

MSU researchers awarded $750K grant to develop sustainable management for potato early die complex

Published on May 1, 2023
The grant is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture
MSU researchers seeking solutions for spotted wing drosophila

Published on April 24, 2023
The invasive fruit fly spotted wing drosophila damages soft-fleshed fruits such as berries and cherries.
Multi-institutional team of weed scientists helping build genomic resources for agriculture industry, scientific community

Published on April 10, 2023
The International Weed Genomics Consortium is geared toward assembling genomes to combat weed issues in plant agriculture and develop a greater understanding of plant functions.