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Agricultural Sciences

Grants will aid College of Ag Sciences faculty in commercializing research

When fawns perceive constant danger from many sources, they almost seem to relax

Learn about food, families and health in the Family Room at Ag Progress Days

Ag Progress Days to feature crop exhibits, wildlife displays and hay contest

Penn State Security Center announces Fall 2021 Grant Program

ATV rollovers the focus of Ag Progress Days farm-safety and health demos

'Sweet' scholarship takes Penn State food science student to Austria

Pasto Ag Museum at Ag Progress Days to explore intersection of science, history

Machinery demonstrations, exhibits are a draw for Ag Progress Days visitors

Better Kid Care marks decade of online education for child care professionals

Land-use webinar to focus on intergenerational community engagement, planning

Water resources professor receives 2021 Black Award for excellence in research

Be on the alert for sick songbirds

Fruit Research and Extension Center historical marker

New state historical marker highlights legacy of Penn State fruit research

Loss of biodiversity in streams threatens vital biological process

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.