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Department of Horticultural Science
305 Alderman Hall
1970 Folwell Ave.
St. Paul, MN 55108
(612) 624-5300


Plant Biotechnology

Plant Biotechnology is a cutting-edge field of study with broad applications. In horticulture, plant biotechnology is studied alongside genetics and cell and molecular biology, in order to improve crops. The end goal is to produce healthy food, sustainable ornamentals and turfgrass, and bioenergy. The coursework for this program of study is based in plant biology, gene transfer, tissue culture, and biochemistry. We encourage students studying plant biotechnology to interact with faculty, through collaborative or independent research. Hands-on experience in the field is invaluable.



Possible electives for Plant Biotechnology:
  • CFAN 1501  Biotechnology, People and the Environment
  • PLPA 2001 – Introductory Plant Pathology
  • HORT 3090 – Directed Studies
  • HORT 5007 – Advanced Plant Propagation
  • HORT 5051 – Floriculture Crop Production
  • GCD 4015 – Genetics Laboratory
  • GCD 4034 – Molecular Genetics
  • AGRO 4005 – Applied Crop Physiology and Development
  • AGRO 5121 – Applied Experimental Design
  • PBIO 4516W – Plant Cell Biology: Writing Intensive


 Four-Year Plan.pdf  
Find out which courses Plant Biotechnology students take.

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