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Become part of a community of committed educators, volunteers, and researchers with a shared vision for the sustainable management of the plant and insect components of the landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rhode Islanders have a unique relationship to the environment\u2013and for our communities, ornamental plants, turf, agritourism, and conservation lands are as important as food crops. Our programs in ornamental horticulture, turfgrass management, food crop production, and control of invasive species, and insect-vectored diseases support all these aspects of the local economy. You’ll be fully prepared for a job in agricultural industries, or to conduct your own research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Academics<\/h2>

Gain the hands-on, applied knowledge you need to become part of the growing, green economy.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Community Outreach<\/h2>

The work we do is deeply rooted in our local community, and helps address global challenges.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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Research<\/h2>

Take a closer look at the focus areas of the department and consider what opportunities await you.<\/p><\/div><\/div>

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The URI difference<\/h1>

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Connected to the land<\/h2>\n

Our farms, East Farm and the Gardner Agronomy Farm are located right on campus and are closely integrated with our extension sites and research. Students conduct research, help with maintenance, and even help distribute the food produced there to the local community.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Connected with communities<\/h2>\n

Thanks to the community outreach and research activity of the department, students get hands on experience\u2013working in the local green economy, the turfgrass industry, or working on grant-funded research\u2013they have their pick of internships and jobs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Faculty expertise<\/h2>\n

We offer a hands-on curriculum that integrates lectures, lab work, and service. With our a high faculty-to-student ratio, you’ll work closely with faculty mentors whose work makes a difference, both at the local and national level.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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