Plant Science
Study the life cycle of plants and plant species, including reproduction, growth, adaption and the development of abundant, high quality food, fiber, sustainable, and specialty crops.
develop skills for quality and sustainability
The plant science major is designed to develop the knowledge and skill needed to address the growing challenge of supplying humanity with abundant, high-quality food, fiber and specialty crops in a sustainable and environmentally sensitive way.
Plant science is the study of the life cycle of plants and plant species, including reproduction, growth and adaption to diverse environments. Plant scientists are extremely interested in ecology and the environment and work in labs, fields, forests and many other locations.
DEGREE OFFERED
Bachelor of Science in agriculture with a major in plant science. Students may select from three concentrations:
- Biotechnology
- Environmental Soil Science
- Horticulture
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
- Landscaping
- Agribusiness Sales and Services
- Education
- Agricultural Chemicals and Genetics
- Engineered Seed Sales
- Crop Consulting
- Commercial Grounds Management
- Hazardous and Other Waste Disposal
- Water Pollution Control
- Environmental Consulting
- Fruit and Vegetable Producers
- Golf Course Management
Meet the Faculty
The Agricultural Sciences Department faculty at Fort Valley State University understand what it takes to succeed.
Program Contact
Jacques Surrency, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
- (478) 825-6362
- surrencyj@fvsu.edu
- Stallworth Biotechnology Building 118