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Plant Science Major

Plant Science Major

Sustainable Crop Production Careers


The opportunities for majors in Plant Science are as varied as they are limitless and the demand for graduates is steadily increasing. A specialization in Sustainable Crop Production equips you to choose sustainable seeds and crop varieties; practice water conservation and sustainable irrigation; or advise growers on adverse environmental impacts. You can work with conservation groups to help farmers improve or maintain the wildlife habitat, while at the same time producing high quality crops; conduct laboratory and field research to produce new types of crops, while still reducing insecticide usage; and go abroad as agricultural advisors or industrial representatives.

UF graduates are

Crop managers
Agronomists
Farm managers
Seed systems analysts
Cropping systems specialists
Plant breeders
Extension agents Laboratory technicians
Plant germplasm curators
Greenhouse managers
Natural resource conservationists
Sustainable food production advisors
Community organizers
Farm coop managers
Distribution coordinators
Ag internship directors
Biological science researchers
Farm crew leaders

Balance plant production with an ever-changing ecosystem and human needs.