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Agricultural Sciences

Grant aimed at developing corn cultivars that grow deeper, stronger roots

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New study examines importance and unique characteristics of U.S. female farmers

Penn State announces 16 Fulbright Student semi-finalists for 2021-22 award year

Poison Prevention Program goes virtual in 2021 under the watchful eye of Mr. YUK

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Adverse childhood and combat experiences may drive veterans' suicidal thoughts

Lake turbidity mitigates impact of warming on walleyes in upper Midwest lakes

Girl getting finger prick test for malaria

Lethal house lures help reduce incidence of malaria in children

Twenty student teams selected to compete in the 2021 Nittany AI Challenge

Study finds short window for donating convalescent plasma to COVID-19 patients

Alliance provides platform for faculty, graduate students to solve global issues

Passion for poultry leads to excellent outcomes for animal science senior

Smell-check cards help call attention to common COVID-19 symptom

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Pennsylvanians are experiencing hunger at highest levels since onset of pandemic

College of Ag Sciences doctoral student chosen as Next Generation Global Leader

Unique study of isolated bobcat population confirms accuracy of extinction model

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.