NDSU Plant Sciences

NDSU Plant Sciences Agriculture is in our roots! NDSU Plant Sciences engages in teaching, research, and Extension in the Invest in your career by investing in Plant Sciences.

The Department of Plant Sciences at North Dakota State University is a diverse department with regional, national, and world-respected expertise. As part of the College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources, the department offers academic programs in Crop and Weed Sciences, Horticulture, Sports and Urban Turfgrass Management, and Cereal and Food Science that prepare students for care

ers in expanding job markets. Agriculture is a fascinating and complex industry with international dimensions. The Department of Plant Sciences provides students with the knowledge, skills and understanding critical for professional success in a changing world. If you have an interest in plants and an interest in making a difference, this department is for you.

The B4U mentees are ready to dive into the program for the next year!Bayer
05/28/2026

The B4U mentees are ready to dive into the program for the next year!

Bayer

05/18/2026
Congratulations to Todd West, professor in NDSU’s Department of Plant Sciences, on being named Outstanding Educator of t...
05/14/2026

Congratulations to Todd West, professor in NDSU’s Department of Plant Sciences, on being named Outstanding Educator of the Year by the National Association of Landscape Professionals!

He was recognized during the 50th National Collegiate Landscape Competition for his impact on the future of the landscape industry through education and student development. He serves as director of the NDSU Woody Plant Improvement Program and the horticulture undergraduate program.

Congratulations on this well deserved recognition!

Geraniums are red, They come in pink, too!It's day two of our sale And we'd still love to see you!NDSU Horticulture And ...
05/01/2026

Geraniums are red,
They come in pink, too!
It's day two of our sale
And we'd still love to see you!
NDSU Horticulture And Forestry Club are so excited to welcome you to our Spring Sale happening on April 30th and May 1st! We are open from 9AM-5PM today in Sheppard Arena on NDSU campus in Fargo.

The time is now! NDSU Horticulture And Forestry Club is holding their Spring Sale on April 30th and May 1st from 9AM-5PM...
04/30/2026

The time is now! NDSU Horticulture And Forestry Club is holding their Spring Sale on April 30th and May 1st from 9AM-5PM at Sheppard Arena on NDSU Campus in Fargo. We would love to welcome you to campus and help you choose plants for your spring planting in support of one of our student clubs.

Come support our NDSU Horticulture And Forestry Club today and tomorrow at their club fundraiser at Sheppard Arena.
04/30/2026

Come support our NDSU Horticulture And Forestry Club today and tomorrow at their club fundraiser at Sheppard Arena.

Students took the stage at the Annual Soybean Symposium yesterday, sharing their research through poster presentations a...
03/06/2026

Students took the stage at the Annual Soybean Symposium yesterday, sharing their research through poster presentations and a lightning-round of oral presentations. From crop science to innovative materials, these students are helping move soybean research forward across the region.

👏 Congratulations to this year’s winners:

Lightning Presentation Competition
🥇 Marcel Roy Domalanta – North Dakota State University
🥈 Komal Mahajan – South Dakota State University
Poster Competition
🥇 Faisal Ahmed – University of North Dakota
🥈 Cole Williams – North Dakota State University

Great work to all of the students who presented and shared their research.

North Dakota Soybean Council

Take a look at this year's keynote speakers for the Soybean Symposium! More details on who they are can be found here: n...
02/20/2026

Take a look at this year's keynote speakers for the Soybean Symposium!

More details on who they are can be found here: ndsu.ag/soybeansymposium

What does it take to prepare the next generation of agricultural scientists? Through a collaboration with Bayer Crop Sci...
02/17/2026

What does it take to prepare the next generation of agricultural scientists?

Through a collaboration with Bayer Crop Science, NDSU students are gaining real-world mentorship, industry insight, and leadership experience through the B4U Mentorship Program.

From one-on-one mentoring to visits at Bayer’s headquarters, this partnership is helping students see what their future in agriculture can look like.

Read more about the impact of B4U and hear directly from the students involved: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/ag-home/impact-stories/ndsu-teams-bayer-prepare-next-generation-scientists

02/09/2026

⏰ Time is winding down!

Applications for the B4U Mentor Program close February 22. Don’t miss your chance to connect, grow, and get guidance from industry professionals.

👉 Apply before it’s too late: https://bit.ly/B4UMentorProgram

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Fargo, ND
58102

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Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
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