Crop and Soil Sciences

From the 1890s through today, WSU wheat breeders have kept Washington wheat competitive and adapted to our unique challenges.

The New Grains Northwest program is researching underutilized grains like buckwheat and millet while growing new farm-to-school markets.

Mentorship changed Miguel Rosas’ life, putting him on a path to help feed the world through science.

Meet scientists and learn about current research at one of the nation’s driest growing regions.

Experts drew from a century of knowledge for a new year-round guide meant to boost the health and productivity of the region’s pastureland.

New wheat varieties emerging from CAHNRS add a growing stream of stable support for breeding advances.

WSU scientists share free guides monthly that help Pacific Northwest agriculture and home growers. The latest online publications offer irrigation tips and evaluation for pear growers, review past production at WSU’s Wilke Farm as well as buckwheat west of the Cascades, and share scientifically sound approaches to home-garden companion plants. Buckwheat Production West of the […]

New two-year WSU study will identify grass breeds that can stand up to tough punishment.

Graduates can connect with Native knowledge holders and western science mentors to support Tribes and understand keystone ecosystems.

Lynne Carpenter-Boggs will take on a new role as chair of WSU’s Department of Crop and Soil Sciences.