The Department of Plant Pathology and Crop Physiology is recognized nationally and internationally for applied and basic research on economically important agricultural crops. Climactic conditions in Louisiana allow cultivation of and research on semitropical crop species such as rice, sugarcane, cotton, sweet potatoes, and soybeans. Through our extension services, we conduct research and assist Louisiana farmers in the management and control of plant disease.

Our graduate program presents students the opportunity to work with Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station personnel who conduct investigations in areas of plant pathology, crop physiology and plant molecular biology. M.S. and Ph.D. graduates of the department are prepared for challenging careers in agricultural research at universities, governmental and private agencies.

We invite you to explore our web site and learn more about our department.

Please note that our site is currently under development and additional content will be added frequently.

Updates:
12/22/2010 - Download the Fall 2010 Departmental Newsletter [Adobe PDF - 1.5 mb]

11/29/2010 - Added GA Student Handbook and GSA Presentation

News:
PPCP Graduate Assistant Honored by Southern Division of the APS [more]

Two PPCP Faculty Honored by the Southern Division of the APS [more]

Ward Receives Sigma Xi Grant [more]