Build a sustainable tomorrow with plant systems
Majors & Degrees
Industries that provide food, renewable fuels, medicine and other materials are—quite literally—rooted in plant studies. As populations grow, the world needs scientists and professionals who understand relationships and interactions between plants and the environment. With that knowledge, you can discover innovative and sustainable plant systems that maximize production, conserve resources, and minimize environmental damage.
B.S in Sustainable Plant Systems
Through partnership between The School of Plant Sciences, The Department of Environmental Science, and The Department of Biosystems Engineering, the interdisciplinary Sustainable Plant Systems major prepares students to advance the science of modern sustainable agriculture and crop production. Faculty mentors will teach you to apply technological innovation to developing and improving crop management practices in the field and greenhouse production, as well as in urban landscapes. You’ll do this alongside industry partners through hands-on learning that outfits you with expertise and connections.
Students in this major have the opportunity to select one of four areas of emphasis for their sustainable plant systems degree:
- Agronomy
- Controlled Environment Agriculture
- Urban Horticulture
- Fresh Produce Safety (Yuma only).
The program is right for you if:
- You're interested in agricultural research, production, consulting, sales or management
- You want to research, test and analyze soil, microorganisms and plant systems
- You see yourself working in field or greenhouse settings applying science and new technology to precisely manage soil and field crop production in ways that increase plant grown and yields with less water and chemical inputs
- You’re interested in developing and improving new crop plant hybrids for the public and private sectors
- You have a passion for working in collaborative teams within industries related to sustainable agriculture and the environment
- You’re interested in advancing legislation that promotes agribusiness and sustainable plant systems
- You want to educate the next generation about sustainable plant systems
- You want to run your own business.