Department of
Soil and Crop Sciences
5 Degree Programs
comprehensive degrees and programs that provide students with a solid foundation in agronomy, soil science, precision agriculture, and crop management.
19 Areas of Focus in Research and Extension
soil health, crop genetics, precision agriculture, and sustainable farming practices. These focal points provide students with invaluable opportunities to engage in groundbreaking research projects and hands-on extension activities that address real-world challenges.
200+ Enrolled students
preparing to be the next generation of students by taking part in comprehensive education, hands-on research experiences, and practical training, ensuring they are equipped with the expertise and innovation necessary to excel in the dynamic fields of agriculture and environmental stewardship.
Soil and Crop Sciences News
Trio of scientists to unlock mystery, power of microbiome
A cluster hire of three microbiome scientists could help establish Texas A&M University as a leader in the rapidly advancing field that links microscopic biological community dynamics with soil, plant, animal and human health. Across agricultural, health and environmental sciences, microbiome research is viewed as a burgeoning scientific field with high potential for cross-disciplinary collaboration, and that belief resonates across the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.
Three Texas A&M AgriLife professors honored for outstanding contributions to science
Seth Murray, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Soil and Crop Sciences has been named a Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, AAAS, for exceptional contributions to his respective field of research. Each year, the AAAS Council elects members whose “efforts on behalf of the advancement of science, or its applications, are scientifically or socially distinguished” to be named Fellows.
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