As an agronomist I love field scouting because I get to go out in the field and investigate for bugs, diseases, and possible nutrient deficiencies and then make recommendations to the farmers. Career story

I enjoy working with plants. I get to order, care, and sell a product that enhances the beauty of our community and world. One of the great things about my job is that I don’t do the same things everyday. Career story

I oversee all aspects of the Marketing Area for the Professional Pest Control group with a heavy foucs on the developing and updating the Strategic Marketing plan for our department and products. Career story

Don't limit yourself to just being a grower or landscaper. The opportunities in this segment of our industry are endless, yet the brokerage/ distribution area itself is relatively small which enables you to really play a part in the market. Career story

I love being the liaison between the research division and the sales representatives. The position fits my personality and allows me to interact with both the customers and the researchers. Career story

I help grow my customers businesses by providing new and distinctively better plants, and by furnishing the information to assist them in growing and marketing that product. Career story

My internship was by far the most important experience at OSU.The hands on experience I received while I was going to school showed me that to be successful in this industry continuous education is needed. Career story

Without plants there wouldn't be any oxygen or food; they protect against erosion and provide animals with places to live. Plants are a major part of our recreational activities and may be an alternative source of fuel in the future. Career story

Plants are the basis for agricultural systems. Better quality crops mean better food for everyone. The people involved in agronomy are always trying to make the quality of crop better. Career story

Serving customers and their needs is crucial to the success of a retail garden center. We promote that we have horticulturists on staff and our customers know that the staff is knowledgeable about plants and how to care for their gardens. Career story