The Department of Crop and Soil Science solves problems related to field crop agriculture, natural systems, rural and urban economies, and natural resource management.

Get a Bachelor of Science Degree in Crop and Soil Science

As an undergraduate, you'll have many chances for hands-on learning. Research opportunities for students include projects in breeding plants for food, oil and other uses, the science behind soil health, small farm operations and more, while your required internship will introduce you to the different career options available to you once you graduate. Student club activities will help you hone your leadership skills, positioning you for an exciting career in agronomy, soil science, or plant breeding.

Learn about Graduate Programs

The Department of Crop and Soil Science offers graduate work in the following areas:

Crop Science & Production

We're committed to acquiring, integrating and sharing basic and applied knowledge about field crops and cropping systems in an ever-changing world.
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Soil Science

We strive to understand the structure and function of the earth's surface. Our broad discipline includes soil biology, chemistry, physics, fertility, and pedology.
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Our Students

Faces: Yan Yan title

Yan Yan | Crop and Soil Science | Chongqing, China 

OSU Hiking Club President | CAS Ambassador | Class of 2022

First-generation female college student in the US

Top prize for Branch Experiment Station Research Poster/Presentation

for the 2020 CAS Undergraduate Research Showcase 

 

Matthew Mehlschau | Agronomy, Crop and Soil Science

Minor in Agriculture and Food Business Management 

Warrens Memorial Scholarship | Flanagan Scholarship | Jefferson, OR

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Luckiamute Valley Charter Schools fifth graders bite into quince and purple cabbage during the Oregon Crunch at Once event on Oct 17, 2024. Photo: Capital Press

One big bite to celebrate Oregon's farm to school program

The Oregon Legislature has invested $41 million in Oregon’s farm to table program since 2012, including more than $10 million in each of the...

Students gathered around a garden plot at their school. Photo: KATU

The Success of the Oregon Farm to School Program!

Michelle Markesteyn, PhD and Oregon Governor Tina Kotek share the successes of the Oregon Farm To School program and Oregon Harvest for Schools...

Dr. Brigid Meints Accepts New Position with the OSU Center for Small Farms & Community Food Systems

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Brigid Meints has accepted a new position in the Department of Crop and Soil Science as Assistant Professor...

Welcome Dr. Hana You

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Hana you has joined the Department of Crop and Soil Science as Assistant Professor (Practice) and part of...