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
Space biology and the out-of-this-world exploration of plant stress
A Texas A&M AgriLife plant scientist is joining the space race, of a sort, by helping to understand how plants can survive in space to support human space exploration.
Clayton Moore: Seventh generation farmer sees future in hemp
A student choosing to attend Texas A&M University when they come from generations of Aggies is probably no surprise. As a seventh-generation farmer, senior Clayton Moore’s choice of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Soil and Crop Sciences was also probably not an unexpected one.
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