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

New director named for MSU Institute of Water Research

Published on October 8, 2024
Pouyan Nejadhashemi has been named director of the Institute of Water Research effective Oct. 15, 2024.
MSU scientists awarded two new grants over $1M each to address PFAS impacts on agriculture

Published on September 27, 2024
The grants will support a multidisciplinary approach evaluating the impact of PFAS on a Michigan farm.
MSU scientists study how to increase water-, nutrient-use efficiency in greenhouses, nurseries

Published on September 18, 2024
Tom Fernandez, a professor in the Department of Horticulture, has conducted extensive research on how to efficiently irrigate plants in greenhouses and nurseries. His newest project examines how to effectively treat water after it’s used in production.