Plant Sciences Major

Description: A general program that focuses on the scientific principles that underlie the breeding, cultivation, and production of agricultural plants, and the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural plant products. Includes instruction in the plant sciences, crop cultivation and production, and agricultural and food products processing. Is Plant Sciences the right major for you?
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Plant Sciences Major

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$81,760

Median Hourly Wage

$39.31*

Total Employed Nationally

10,600


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2010 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.