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Plant Science & Technology (B.S.)

Department of Agriculture & Food Science
The Plant Science and Technology program is designed to help students prepare for careers in the plant-based agricultural sector of the economy. The program integrates science and technology for horticultural crop production.

Plant Science & Technology Introduction

As a Plant Science and Technology major, you'll complete core courses and then select from five focus areas to customize your degree for your career. Use your 26 elective credits for courses in agribusiness, biology, business, chemistry, or data science.

You will use quantitative reasoning to measure, analyze, and find solutions for plant- and technology-based problems. You'll also learn to communicate plant science and technology ideas through written, visual, and oral formats to various audiences. This includes demonstrating the application of technology in plant systems and understanding the core principles.

Plant & Soil Science
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Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in Plant Science & Technology, start with one of the following major-specific courses
Introduction to Agriculture Technology
April 24, 2026 02:05 PM
AGTEC 110
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Introduction to Plant Science
October 09, 2025 03:31 PM
APS 122
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Power and Control Systems
April 24, 2026 02:09 PM
AGTEC 250
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Agriculture Leadership and Management
April 03, 2026 09:43 AM
APS 250
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Irrigation and Water Management
April 24, 2026 02:07 PM
APS 300
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Soil Science
April 03, 2026 09:42 AM
AGRON 301
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Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition
April 24, 2026 02:08 PM
AGRON 321
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Crop Science
April 24, 2026 02:09 PM
AGRON 435
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Career Possibilities for Plant Science & Technology

Graduates with a degree in Plant Science & Technology have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

Career Options

Data Source: Industry and occupation employment and wage estimates are modeled using data from Lightcast, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other public sources. Figures are estimates and actual outcomes may vary by employer, experience, and location.

Dive Deeper Into Plant Science & Technology

Explore helpful articles about this major, including career paths, skills, and opportunities. Get the insight you need to make an informed decision about your future at BYU-Idaho.

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AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

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AI in Agriculture
You will master the use of artificial intelligence, drones, and machine learning as strategic tools to enhance agricultural productivity and drive site-specific management decisions. This cutting-edge training ensures you graduate as a tech-forward leader capable of integrating autonomous systems and data analytics into modern farming operations.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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Next Steps With BYU-Idaho

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