Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences
“Everyone in our college has a common purpose—solving the world’s most important problems.” Gabrielle Henrichs, Plant Sciences, Class of 2022
Healthy and affordable food. Clean air and water. Reliable energy. Vibrant economies and communities.
The Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences is in the hands-on business of producing the pioneering research, cutting-edge technology, and, most of all, leaders of tomorrow to tackle these challenges head on.
AgJourneys
“My Penn State Ag journey is so much more than an education. They want you here. They want you as a classmate, as a student, as a teacher, and most of all as a friend. And when you leave, they want you to get out there and make an impact.”
Melissa Mercado, with professor and mentor Donald D. Davis, Ph.D.
$2.9+ Million in scholarships annually
75% of graduates completed an internship
200+ students study abroad annually
What's Happening in AgSci
News and Events from the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences
April 21, 2022
What does the detection of avian flu mean for Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is the latest state to report a confirmed detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza, or HPAI, in a commercial poultry flock, leading state officials, industry leaders and Penn State poultry specialists to redouble efforts to contain the virus and educate producers, backyard flock owners and the public about the disease.
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April 13, 2022
WATCH: Richard Roush shares perspective on fishing and curiosity in video series
In a video series titled “Perspective: Leaders at Penn State,” Richard Roush, dean of Penn State’s College of Agricultural Sciences, reflects on his passion for fishing as an opportunity to continue to explore and ask questions about the natural world.
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March 18, 2022
College of Ag Sciences and Ukraine partner in advancing agricultural development
Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences has had a strong and productive working relationship with agriculture and universities in Ukraine for 30 years.
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8th International Symposium on Physiological Processes in Roots of Woody Plants
College Connections: Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza in PA: What You Should Know
College Connections: Ag Progress Days Town Hall Session with Dean Roush and Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Secretary Redding
