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.

Just two days away!Join us on Sept. 10 at 4:30 p.m. for the Fruit, Vegetable & Woody Plant Field Day at the NDSU Horticu...
09/08/2026

Just two days away!

Join us on Sept. 10 at 4:30 p.m. for the Fruit, Vegetable & Woody Plant Field Day at the NDSU Horticulture Research Farm and Arboretum.

Register by Sept. 8 to reserve a boxed dinner.

Learn more & register: ndsu.ag/fruitveg-FD-26

Join us for a Fruit, Vegetable & Woody Plant Field Day on Sept. 10 at the NDSU Horticulture Research Farm and Arboretum ...
09/02/2026

Join us for a Fruit, Vegetable & Woody Plant Field Day on Sept. 10 at the NDSU Horticulture Research Farm and Arboretum near Amenia and Absaraka.

Starting at 4:30 p.m., explore the latest horticulture research at NDSU and learn about projects that could have applications for your own garden, orchard or farm.

🍇 Grapes
🧅 High tunnel onions & leeks
🍎 Apples
🌱 Raspberries
🌿 Hydromulches in horticulture
🌳 Woody plant breeding

Register by Sept. 8 to reserve a boxed dinner! Learn more, register and find driving directions at ndsu.ag/fruitveg-FD-26

Branch Out: The NDSU Arboretum Experience! Whether you're a homeowner, plant enthusiast, or simply looking for a peacefu...
08/27/2026

Branch Out: The NDSU Arboretum Experience! Whether you're a homeowner, plant enthusiast, or simply looking for a peaceful afternoon outdoors, there's plenty to explore.

Discover the beauty, diversity, and science behind the trees and shrubs of the NDSU Dale E. Herman Research Arboretum on Saturday, Sept. 12!

đź“… Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
đź“Ť NDSU Research Arboretum, Amenia, ND
đź•ś Guided walks at 1:30 and 3:15 p.m.
đź’˛ Free - no registration required!

Learn more: https://www.ndsu.edu/agriculture/plant-sciences/events/branch-out-field-day

We enjoyed showing our new students their space for the next few years! Good luck to them and the rest of our students a...
08/25/2026

We enjoyed showing our new students their space for the next few years! Good luck to them and the rest of our students as the new school year begins!

08/18/2026

NDSU’s B4U mentor group recently toured the Bayer Glyndon station, getting an inside look at the equipment, crop-protection and breeding trials, and the many career opportunities within the agriculture industry.

The team also shared their career journeys, from how they got where they are today to what they enjoy about their work and the skills that helped them get there.

Experiences like these give students a chance to connect what they’re learning at NDSU with real-world careers and see where their own paths could lead.

“Having worked in Bolley this summer, I’ve already seen one of the facility’s greatest strengths: it naturally brings pe...
08/13/2026

“Having worked in Bolley this summer, I’ve already seen one of the facility’s greatest strengths: it naturally brings people together,” said Cameron Matthews, a Ph.D. candidate in plant sciences and graduate research fellow in the barley breeding program.

This week, NDSU celebrated the opening of the Bolley Agricultural Laboratory, marking a major milestone for agricultural research and education.

The new facility brings together researchers, students and faculty working across plant pathology, plant breeding, w**d science, agronomy, soil science and horticulture, creating more opportunities to collaborate, share ideas and develop solutions for the challenges facing agriculture.

The ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together university leaders, faculty, staff, students, elected officials, donors, community members and members of the Bolley family to celebrate the facility and its future impact.

Read more about the new Bolley Agricultural Laboratory and its role in the future of agriculture: https://www.ndsu.edu/news/2026-08-10-ndsu-opens-bolley-agricultural-laboratory

NDSU graduate student Hunter Gallagher recently reached a major milestone in her master's research project, successfully...
08/04/2026

NDSU graduate student Hunter Gallagher recently reached a major milestone in her master's research project, successfully harvesting cabbage from a study exploring how intercropping onions and cabbage can naturally reduce insect pests.

By evaluating four different onion cultivars, Hunter is researching whether onions can help deter cabbage pests while maintaining cabbage quality and yield, advancing sustainable crop production practices.

A big thank you to Dr. Harlene Hatterman-Valenti, Collin Auwater, and the members of Dr. Prischmann-Voldseth's lab for helping make harvest a success!

Plants, local foods, outdoor spaces oh my! It was a refreshing afternoon from the heat to be outside to enjoy the demons...
07/23/2026

Plants, local foods, outdoor spaces oh my! It was a refreshing afternoon from the heat to be outside to enjoy the demonstration gardens. Thank you to everyone who joined us and supported this event!

"My time at NDSU has been completely transformative for my growth as a researcher and professional." Ana Fuents Rostran ...
07/16/2026

"My time at NDSU has been completely transformative for my growth as a researcher and professional."

Ana Fuents Rostran came to NDSU from Guatemala looking for a supportive community and found so much more.

Through hands-on research, leadership opportunities, conference presentations and industry partnerships, she's building the skills and connections to make an impact in agriculture.

At NDSU, graduate students don't just earn a degree, they gain real-world experience, grow their network and prepare for what's next. Read more about Ana's experience here: https://www.ndsu.edu/story/discover-support-network-behind-graduate-student-success-ndsu

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