Plant Science & Technology (B.S.) | Majors & Degrees

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.

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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

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Industry Insights

Are Plant Science and Botany the Same Thing?

July 01, 2026 03:23 PM

When you hear the words “botany” and “plant science,” they might sound like the same thing. After all, their names are often used interchangeably, and they both study plants. But, when it comes to their goals, focus, and what kind of roles are in the field, the two areas of science are different.

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Associate vs Bachelor’s in Plant Science and Technology

June 24, 2026 03:33 PM

If you want to major in plant science and technology, then you’ve got options for your degree. You could get an associate degree in about two years for a solid foundation in the field and the opportunity to pursue more education later on, or get a bachelor’s degree for a more in-depth look and the opportunity to go to graduate school.

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Growing Solutions: The Real-world Impact of Plant Science

July 01, 2026 03:40 PM

What does breakfast cereal, clean air, and life-saving medicines have in common? Plant science!

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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.

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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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