Department of Horticulture and Crop Science

The Department of Horticulture and Crop Science faculty & staff are committed to providing an excellent educational experience for you. We offer in depth learning experiences, scientific discovery, research opportunities, and respected academics for both undergraduates & graduate students - If you're interested in Sustainable Agriculture, Agroecology, Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Biosciences, Turfgrass Science or Professional Golf Management we have the program, cutting edge research & extension teams perfect for you. Come grow with us!

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Adventures at the Tri-Societies Meeting

The 2022 Tri-Societies meeting was an action + knowledge packed adventure for the many HCS students, visiting scholars, staff & faculty who attended the meeting this fall! Check out some of our highlights...
Growing New Farmers: Bringing Controlled Environment Agriculture to Schools

Bringing CEA into elementary, middle & high school students’ classrooms is no small task – but we’re always up for a challenge. Learn how this innovative program is being executed by OSU extension with help from a few familiar faces.
HCS Alumni Spotlight: Sami Funderburgh, CCA

Sami's a double alumna of HCS she received her BS (2012) in Agronomy & her MS (2015) in Weed Science. Today, Sami works in Ag Research at Buckeye Ag Testing. Find out what an average day in her career is like...