The study of pests and disease
In the Department of Entomology and Plant Pathology, we are discovering safer and healthier ways to protect our food, health, resources and homes from a variety of threats, such as pests and disease. We do this while also protecting our natural ecosystems, which insects, bacteria and microorganisms are essential to maintaining.
Meet Nick Mueller, a graduate from Auburn's undergraduate program in applied biotechnology.
Explore Professor and Extension specialist Xing Ping Hu's work in effective IPM (integrated pest management) among public housing authorities.
Learn how you can harness the power of science and nature to create strong, healthier, more sustainable agricultural products.
Degree Programs
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Minor | M.S. | M.Ag. | Ph.D.
Minor | M.S. | M.Ag. | Ph.D.
Six Auburn University researchers are being honored for breakthroughs and leadership spanning aerospace, agriculture, advanced manufacturing, water quality and human-computer interaction in Business Alabama's Women in Tech 2026 list.
Senior ag comm major Claire Hamilton takes a look at five hands-on majors in the Auburn University College of Agriculture.
Auburn researchers are looking for answers to protect the treasured tree and provide management strategies.
