The Founding College of OSU
Since 1868, we have served as the engine of science that drives innovation, supports industry, and offers education and opportunity for ANYONE to grow into their fullest potential.
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College of Agricultural Sciences
As the founding College of Oregon State University, for more than 150 years we have lived out our land-grant mission in education, research, and outreach. With renowned faculty working across interdisciplinary sciences, we partner with leading industries and organizations across the state and around the world to provide our students with hands-on opportunities to make a difference. The research we lead impacts the health of our critical natural resources and ecosystems, innovates better understanding of food systems and access to food, improves the resilience and competitiveness of our agricultural communities, and advances entrepreneurial ideas that change the way we grow and develop food to meet the needs of a growing and diverse population. We invite you to learn more about our mission, our work, and our people—in Oregon and around the world.
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Beaver Classic Summer Sales
Enhance your garden with our top-quality selection of tomato (Cherry, Sauce/Paste, Slicers), pepper, and onion plants available every Friday between 11 AM-6 PM at the Oak Creek Center for Urban Horticulture. Plus, don't miss out on our exclusive ice cream, available only at the Beaver Classic Food Truck at the Corvallis Farmers Market.
Beaver Classic is a brand of student made products by the College of Agricultural Sciences. All proceeds directly support experiential learning and product development opportunities for our students.
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Living Out Our Land Grant Mission
Dr. S. Patricia Stock Named Department Head of Horticulture
Stock joins OSU with an extensive background in horticulture, entomology, and agricultural leadership, making her a valuable addition to our academic community. Stock has acted in many leadership roles, both in academia and extramurally, most recently serving as Dean of the College of Agriculture at California State University Chico.
Jackie Thorsness named Chief Operating Officer of OSU College of Agricultural Sciences
With over six years of service to CAS, Thorsness brings a wealth of experience, currently serving as the college’s Financial Officer. She holds a bachelor's degree in communications and a master's degree in business administration, and her career spans various roles within the Oregon University System and OSU.
2022 Annual Report
For more than 150 years, we have stood at the crossroads of conservation and production, innovating new ways to advance the future of agriculture and natural resources.
We partner with industries and communities each day to help the economy and all people thrive.
2022 marked a number of significant milestones, including a new dean, Dr. Staci Simonich. It also marked our highest-ever year of research expenditures and marked the public launch of Oregon State University’s capital campaign.
As we lean into these accomplishments and opportunities, we recognize that now more than ever we remain steadfastly committed to make tomorrow better for everyone.
Top Story
Research explores ways to mitigate the environmental toxicity of ubiquitous silver nanoparticles
Scientists led by Marilyn Rampersad Mackiewicz and Stacey L. Harper assessed how spherical and triangular-shaped silver nanoparticles with five...
Why decimated kelp forests affect gray whales, too
There is supposed to be kelp growing on the ocean floor, close to the Oregon coast. But many a ...
June gardening guide: What to prune, plant, pick and monitor in Oregon
Timely advice on garden chores, fertilizing, pest control, and more from OSU Extension.
Extension Field Day Highlights Use of Canines to Detect Voles
A group of more than 40 attended Oregon State University Extension's Voles, Dogs and Raptors Field Day in April. “Voles are a concern because...
Faces of AgSci
"Communication is a major aspect of my studies and my career, and having the chance to work on these skills is extremely important to me."
- Deborah Miller, Agricultural Sciences Major
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We Are Out There
With 14 branch experiment stations and extension services in all 36 counties, the College of Agricultural Sciences is embedded in communities not just in Oregon, but across the nation and the world.
