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Agricultural Sciences

Penn State researchers developing genomic resources to identify novel pathogens

Plant pathologists at Penn State head investigation into tar spot disease in Pa.

Berks professor to aid global research focused on uplifting smallholder farmers

New tool predicts changes that may make COVID variants more infectious

Two student teams awarded $25,000 for using artifical intelligence for good

Two student teams awarded $25,000 for using artificial intelligence for good

U.S. soybean, corn yields could be increased through use of machine learning

Student Farm at Penn State hosts 6th annual Harvest Festival celebration

USDA grant supports Penn State research on mushroom industry automation

Small but mighty: Microgreens go from trendy vegetables to functional food

Penn State asks visitors to watch for, help stop spread of spotted lanternfly

Department of Agricultural and Biological Engineering marks 100-year anniversary

College of Ag Sciences senior finds path in environmental academics and action

22 Penn State alumni to receive Alumni Fellow Award

Learn how to start your AI journey at the virtual 'AI for Good Expo' on Sept. 28

Webinar explores benefits of converting traditional lawns to native landscaping

About the College

The College of Agricultural Sciences has 17 undergraduate majors and awards nearly $2 million in scholarships annually. The college offers 18 graduate programs, participates in 11 intercollege graduate programs and supports seven dual-title graduate degrees. The college’s annual investment in research is nearly $100 million.

Penn State Extension provides education and problem-solving assistance in the areas of agriculture and food, natural resources, community and economic development, and youth and family.