Department of Horticulture and Crop Science

Your future grows here. 

We sustain life and grow the future for Ohio and our world through innovative plant science. The Department of Horticulture and Crop Science is where passion for plants meets practical application. From maximizing yields in row crops to developing resilient ornamental landscapes and perfecting fruit and vegetable quality, we cover the full spectrum of plant life. Explore our degree programs, state-of-the-art facilities and field sites to discover how you can join our community of scientists, growers and doers.

News

  • several cabbages in a box, so the background is very dark

    Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dig into learning. HCS 2307: Sustainable Agriculture Practical Experience turns the classroom into a hands-on lab for sustainable farming and leadership in action.

  • Freddy holding a very lush and green planting while smiling and looking down at the plant

    The results are in...and a big congratulations are in order for Freddy Mendez Urbano for receiving the HRI Mugget Scholarship! Get to know a bit more about him & his research...

  • Students, industry professionals and faculty sitting at desks in a classroom painted red, taking notes

    The 2025 Ohio Floriculture & Nursery Conference, held on October 16th at The Ohio State University’s Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex (CEARC), brought together leading voices in the floriculture and nursery industries for a day of cutting-edge insights, research-based...