Agronomy

Agronomy is the study of soils, plants and their environment in addition to the production of food, fiber and fuel. Agronomists sustain the world’s food production using science and technology as their basis to protect the quality of the environment and conserve vital soil and water resources.

Concentrations

 

Involvement

The department supports highly successful intercollegiate crops, soils and weed science competition teams. The Wheat State Agronomy Club is highly involved at the state, regional and national levels. Kansas State University boasts a unique and well-known legacy in its undergraduate Crops Team, which is a 33-time national champion at the Fall Collegiate Contest and a 15-time national champion at the Spring NACTA Contest.

Hands On Experience

Courses incorporate hands-on learning experiences through laboratory sections, field trips, international study abroad trips, capstone courses and service learning opportunities.

 

Possible Careers
  • Crop Consultant
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Plant Breeder
  • Rangeland Manager
  • Sales Representative
  • Soil Conservationist
Interests
  • Conservation
  • Management & Sales
  • Plant Genetics
  • Soils & the Environment
  • Sustainability
  • Technology
$60,000 average starting salary
$125,000 annually awarded in department scholarships
100% placement rate

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