Plant protection research studies insect, disease, and weed pests that threaten our food supply and the environment.

Historically, most plant breeding was conducted in an academic setting. Over time, much of this activity moved into the biotechnology and seed industries.

Bailey is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences, and a transfer student to the University of Illinois from a community college.

Kayla is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences, and a member of the Crop Sciences Student Ambassador Program. Read more about Kayla in the Q&A below.

Sally is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences, and a member of the Crop Sciences Student Ambassador Program. Read more about Sally in the Q&A below.

Maisy is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences, and a member of the Crop Sciences Student Ambassador Program. Read more about Maisy in the Q&A below.

Austin is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences, and a member of the Crop Sciences Student Ambassador Program. Read more about Austin in the Q&A below.

Andrew is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences, and a member of the Crop Sciences Student Ambassador Program. Read more about Andrew in the Q&A below.

Amy is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences and a member of the Crop Sciences Student Ambassador Program. Read more about Amy in the Q&A below.

Marie is a student in the Department of Crop Sciences, and a member of the Crop Sciences Student Ambassador Program. Read more about Marie in the Q&A below.