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

MSU potato field day attracts industry professionals to discuss management techniques

Published on August 21, 2023
Field day held at MSU AgBioResearch’s Montcalm Research Center
MSU team to use $611K USDA grant to explore heavy metals in crops

Published on August 17, 2023
Intended to serve as a resource for growers, food industries and policymakers, the project has three overarching objectives aimed at uncovering the circumstances that lead to heavy metal uptake and what can be done to mitigate it.
MSU soil scientist recognized for outstanding environmental quality research

Published on August 3, 2023
Professor Hui Li will be honored Oct. 30 at the American Society of Agronomy's annual meeting.