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 researchers receive $750K grant to study soil health amid changing rainfall patterns
Published on July 11, 2023
The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture. -
James Averill named MSU AgBioResearch assistant director
Published on June 7, 2023
The Michigan agriculture leader begins his new role July 1. -
New $1.95M USDA grant to support training of diverse agriculture professionals in soil organic carbon assessment
Published on June 1, 2023
The grant is funded through USDA's Natural Resources Conservation Service.
Programs
Contact
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George Smith
Director of AgBioResearch, Senior Associate Dean for Research
smithge7@msu.edu