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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 careers 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.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Jayanta Roy on his new position as a Research Assistant Professor in Dry Bean Genom...
10/12/2026

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Jayanta Roy on his new position as a Research Assistant Professor in Dry Bean Genomics.

Dr. Roy will lead legume genomics research supporting NDSU’s breeding programs through genomic resource development, gene discovery, bioinformatics and genomics-assisted crop improvement.

Dr. Roy earned his Ph.D. in Plant Sciences at NDSU before joining the Dry Bean Genomics Program as a postdoctoral researcher. His work has included identifying disease-resistance genes, improving common bean reference genomes, developing molecular markers for important crop traits and advancing seed quality.

For more than 36 years, NDSU University Distinguished Professor of Plant Sciences Elias Elias has been working to improv...
10/01/2026

For more than 36 years, NDSU University Distinguished Professor of Plant Sciences Elias Elias has been working to improve one of North Dakota’s most important crops: durum wheat.

His research in durum wheat breeding focuses on developing varieties that meet the needs of farmers, manufacturers and consumers. That includes improving yield and protein, enhancing pasta quality, increasing disease resistance and developing varieties with lower cadmium uptake.

That work spans research fields across North Dakota, helping ensure new varieties perform across different growing environments. Today, Elias’ varieties are grown on about 90% of North Dakota’s durum acreage, contributing to the state’s strong reputation for high-quality durum wheat.

But for Elias, research success extends beyond the varieties developed. It also means preparing the next generation of agricultural researchers.

“Without the students, you cannot do it all by yourself,” Elias said. “The students play a critical role.”

From advancing crop genetics to mentoring students who go on to careers across industry and academia, Elias’ work demonstrates how agricultural research can create impact from the research field to the marketplace.

Read the whole story: https://www.ndsu.edu/story/innovating-solutions-farmers-manufacturers-and-consumers

We declare the NDSU Interactive Campus Arboretum officially live! This initiative is a living laboratory dedicated to ad...
09/30/2026

We declare the NDSU Interactive Campus Arboretum officially live! This initiative is a living laboratory dedicated to advancing plant knowledge, education, research, conservation, and community engagement.

North Dakota State University
NDSU Extension - Lawns, Gardens & Trees
NDSU Woody Plant Improvement Program

Learn more on the webpage: https://www.ndsu.edu/campus-arboretum

We'll see you in a few days as you join us for the interactive arboretum ribbon-cutting ceremony!📅 September 30⏰ 9 a.m.📍...
09/28/2026

We'll see you in a few days as you join us for the interactive arboretum ribbon-cutting ceremony!

📅 September 30
⏰ 9 a.m.
📍 NDSU Main Gates, southeast corner of campus

More details: ndsu.ag/NDSU-arb-26

09/24/2026

We couldn’t leave you hanging on Hunter’s research project… Watch and listen to get an update!

Congratulations to Prashanth Deva Yenika and Rita Bhandari from Dr. Zhikai Liang’s lab for winning the first and second ...
09/21/2026

Congratulations to Prashanth Deva Yenika and Rita Bhandari from Dr. Zhikai Liang’s lab for winning the first and second place awards in the poster competition at the 3rd Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Conference!

This event gives attendees a chance to learn from leading experts shaping the future of controlled environment agriculture, specialty crops, and agricultural technology.

We’ll see you this weekend! Join us Saturday, Sept. 12, for Branch Out: The NDSU Arboretum Experience and explore more t...
09/10/2026

We’ll see you this weekend! Join us Saturday, Sept. 12, for Branch Out: The NDSU Arboretum Experience and explore more than 5,000 trees and shrubs at the NDSU Research Arboretum.

🌱 Guided walks at 1:30 & 3:15 p.m.
📍 Amenia, ND

Come explore, learn and find inspiration for your own landscape!

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

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

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