Plant Agriculture
Michigan State University has a rich history of plant agriculture research and outreach dating back to the origin of the institution. Through MSU AgBioResearch, scientists are continuing to make discoveries in the areas of genomics, breeding, pest management and disease management.
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MSU scientist Bruno Basso to be honored for outstanding contributions to agronomic research
Published on October 12, 2026
Basso will receive the Carl Sprengel Agronomic Research Award Nov. 2 in Portland, Oregon. -
USDA awards more than $16.2M for MSU greenhouse renovations
Published on October 8, 2026
The upgrade efforts, which will help researchers advance solutions to some of agriculture's toughest challenges, will also receive matching funds from MSU that create $32.5M in new support. -
MSU scientists developing tools that help farmers improve irrigation, energy efficiency
Published on August 24, 2026
Research is showing how Michigan growers can save money, improve crops and protect valuable water resources.
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