Reducing synthetic inputs in horticultural production systems and developing new production systems are important for farm profitability and environmental health. The Department of Horticultural Science actively conducts research to reduce pesticide use in the production of fruits and vegetables and on environmentally friendly cropping systems.

Albert (Bud) Markhart  - Cover crop and low soil temperatures in organic production systems.

Carl Rosen - Compost processes and product quality.

Emily Hoover - IPM in fruit crops.

Vince Fritz - Production systems for fruits and vegetables. 

Mary Meyer - Low input landscapes using ornamental grasses.