Plant Science and Technology Major

Learn through hands-on experiences

Work directly with faculty and staff at facilities such as on-campus greenhouses, one of the CALS-operated Agricultural Research Stations, or the Wisconsin Crop Innovation Center. Build on what you learn in class, gain real-world experience, and receive individualized support.

Get involved. Find your people.

Explore some of the plant and technology related organizations at UW–Madison:

Study abroad and gain a global perspective

Complement what you are learning in your classes with a study abroad experience. Plant science and technology is home to the UW Tropical Horticulture study abroad program that travels to Costa Rica where you can explore the way people and plants interact to serve human needs for food, health, and wellbeing.

You can also choose from one of UW–Madison’s many semester, summer, and short-term study abroad programs.

Get involved with research

Join a faculty lab and explore plant science and technology through a hands-on perspective. Step out into the field, develop your skills, and learn first-hand from staff, graduate students, and faculty.

Study plant breeding and genetics, monitor plant performance with remote sensing, grow crops in hydroponic systems, and so much more.