Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences
âEveryone in our college has a common purposeâsolving the worldâs most important problems.â Gabrielle Henrichs, Plant Sciences, Class of 2022
Healthy and affordable food. Clean air and water. Reliable energy. Vibrant economies and communities.
The Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences is in the hands-on business of producing the pioneering research, cutting-edge technology, and, most of all, leaders of tomorrow to tackle these challenges head on.
AgJourneys
âI am not here just to get a degree. Iâm here to network, discover, bump up against new ideas, and grow as a personâ.
Kaylee Smith, Agricultural and Biorenewable Systems Management
$3.9+ Million in scholarships annually
75% of graduates completed an internship
200+ students study abroad annually
What's Happening in AgSci
News and Events from the Penn State College of Agricultural Sciences
September 28, 2026
Pennsylvania fruit growers face a difficult harvest after spring freeze
For some Pennsylvania orchards, there is little produce to show for this year's harvest. Damaging April freezes wiped out much of the stateâs tree fruit, with some growers losing nearly everything and others harvesting only a fraction of a normal yield. Penn State Extension tree-fruit specialists helped growers assess damage, determine necessary management practices, and explain the freezeâs effects to officials.
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September 19, 2026
Student government leaders give voice to College of Agricultural Sciences
Students in the University Park Undergraduate Association help ensure the student voice is heard across campus. Penn State's College of Agricultural Sciences is represented by two seniors, with years of experience.
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September 17, 2026
One Health Microbiome Center announces 2026 award recipients
The One Health Microbiome Center recognized five Penn State researchers and trainees with its 2026 awards for contributions to microbiome science, leadership, community engagement, creativity, research and mentorship.
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