With 22 majors, 19 minors, and 27 graduate programs, the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences is one of the largest and most innovative colleges at WSU.
Leaders in Discovery
In 2016, CAHNRS secured research funding exceeding $83 million, which accounts for more than 40% of all WSU research funding.
Support for Students
CAHNRS awards roughly $700,000 in scholarships annually. And to enhance experiences and opportunities, students can participate in 40 different clubs and organizations.
Real-World Impacts
CAHNRS Cougs extend science to serve individuals, families, and communities at home and around the world. Our impacts enhance quality of life, improve ecological and economic systems, and advance agricultural science.

Plant Sciences Building
The Plant Sciences Building continues WSU’s land-grant legacy by training the next generation of researchers and industry professionals.
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CAHNRS News

Journeys of change: CAHNRS scholars reflect on Black History Month, inspirations
Scholars reflect on their personal, historic inspirations as they make their mark

Food safety researcher elected to National Academy of Engineering
WSU Regents Professor and Distinguished Chair of Food Engineering Juming Tang earns “highest achievement an engineer can get in the United States.”

New leader to expand WSU’s decision system for fruit, potato growers
David Crowder expands his role as interim director, helping growers plan for success.

Gardening with Native Plants book inspires perennial passions
From sourdough to home-improvement projects, the coronavirus pandemic has inspired a renaissance in creativity.

Feb. 17: Nutritionist shares feeding habits of vital ocean predators in Halver Lecture
Speaker blends enthusiasm for research, role in keeping important animals fed and healthy

Eyes in the sky help make streamside ecosystems more sustainable
WSU researchers are using satellites and drones to help local conservationists monitor areas near rivers and streams to help improve agricultural sustainability.
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The WSU Bees are getting ready to get back to work for the spring. Here’s how they survive the cold winters.