Professor and student inspect tomato plant in a lab setting

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.

Degree Programs

Our undergraduate and graduate programs offer the latest in advanced scientific technology and research with focuses on applied biotechnology, entomology and plant pathology.
Degrees available:
B.S.
Degrees available:
Minor | M.S. | M.Ag. | Ph.D.
Degrees available:
Minor | M.S. | M.Ag. | Ph.D.
Bee Center
See how our Bee Center is bringing together world-class research, collaborative extension and student engagement to meet the urgent need to protect bees and other insect pollinators.
Photo of Funchess Hall
Campus Experience
Farewell to Funchess

The Auburn University College of Agriculture will host Farewell to Funchess from 3-5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 25.

Neha Potnis on stage receiving her Syngenta Award
Research and Innovation
Potnis receives national Syngenta Award 

Endowed Associate Professor Neha Potnis recently received the Syngenta Award from the American Phytopathological Society, recognizing her outstanding contributions to plant pathology research.

Research and Innovation
Auburn researcher identifies emerging mosquito challenges

Auburn research centers on how mosquito populations develop resistance

Contact Us
Department of Entomology & Plant Pathology
334-844-5006
enpp@auburn.edu