School of Agricultural, Forest, and Environmental Sciences

_{Research in plant physiology, genetics, plant breeding, pest management, fruit and vegetable crops, arboriculture, and floriculture are hallmarks of Clemson environmental horticulture program.}

_{Clemson's 17,500-acre Experimental Forest is a living laboratory for SAFES forestry and wildlife biology students and researchers.}

_{Clemson's programs in Soils and Sustainable Crop Systems, Agribusiness, Agricultural Mechanization and Agricultural Education make use of several cutting edge research facilities and are geared towards ensuring South Carolina's $34 billion agricultural industry plays a key role in meeting the food demands of growing global population.}

_{Clemson researchers and students are working to mitigate the harmful effects of soil-born diseases on watermelon yields through cutting-edge grafting techniques.}

_{Farmers, extension agents, and students learn about cutting-edge sustainable farming systems at Clemson's Student Organic Farm, a 15-acre working organic farm and experiential teaching center dedicated to researching profitable, practical sustainable farming techniques.}