Equine Science, BS
Ride, care for, and work with horses as you learn how to create a successful career in the equine industry.
Agricultural Education, BS
You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of agriculture and inspire the next generation.
Natural Resources, BS
The phrase "in the field" takes a whole new meaning when nature is your science lab.
Agricultural Systems Management, BS
The agriculture industry needs talented people with a wide range of skills. We'll help you get there.
Agronomy, BS
Advances in crop production and seed science help us feed the world. As a graduate you'll be in high demand.
Golf and Turf Management, BS
From golf course to the commercial turf care industry you'll make sure the grass is always greener.
Animal Science, BS
Whether your goals lie in livestock production or veterinary school, we'll help you prepare.
Agricultural Business, BS
You might be surprised at all the options you'll have, regionally and globally, with a career in ag business.
Horticulture, BS
You'll actually want to get your hands dirty as you learn to work with plants and grow a career in this green industry.

Agriculture and Natural Resources Department

As we continue into the 21st century, there’s an increasing need to ensure the integrity of our food supply, to maintain the health of our environment, and to strengthen our agricultural economy. At the University of Minnesota Crookston you can become a leader in the areas of agriculture and natural resources as you learn to balance environmental sustainability with the use of emerging technologies to enhance production. Explore our experiential-based programs and find out where you can make a difference.

Departmental Quick Facts (PDF)

Agriculture and Natural Resources Department

University of Minnesota Crookston
100-B University Teaching and Outreach Center
2900 University Ave
Crookston, MN, 56716

1-800-UMC-MINN (862-6466)
(218) 281-8101
Fax: (218) 281-8694

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Kristina Walker

Associate Professor

Interim Division Head - Ag, Natural Sci and Tech

205Hill Hall

(218) 281-8116

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John Loegering

Professor

Department Chair

204Owen Hall

(218) 281-8132

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Leah Stroot

Executive Ofc and Admin Spec

100-BUniversity Teaching and Outreach Center

(218) 281-8101

Department Majors

Department Minors

Department Certificate & Program Options

Associated Projects and Events

Associated Projects and Events:

Agriculture and Natural Resources Activities Day

Awards and Scholarships Given to Ag & Natural Resources Students

Natural Resources Student Awards & Scholarships

Horse Donation Program

Learn more about our Horse Donation Program.

Center for Rural Education in Science and Technology (CREST)

The new Center for Rural Education in Science and Technology (CREST) is focused on enhancing, improving and impacting STEM accessibility in rural education. We provide professional development, classroom instruction, STEM competition support and on-campus educational opportunities for students and educators in grades 6-12.

Learn more about CREST

Department Faculty & Staff

Alisha Asleson Teaching Specialist aasne003@crk.umn.edu M.S.	Phil Baird Associate Professor 206 Owen Hall (218) 281-8130 pbaird@crk.umn.edu M.S.	Laura Bell Lab Services Coordinator 210-A Owen Hall (218) 281-8131 lbell@crk.umn.edu	Eric Castle Associate Professor 219-B Owen Hall (218) 281-8119 castl047@crk.umn.edu
Brenda Chaplinski Lecturer 209-A Hill Hall (218) 281-8140 mill3707@crk.umn.edu	Amanda Clary Lab Services Coordinator 100-C University Teaching and Outreach Center (218) 281-8104 clary023@crk.umn.edu	Timothy Driscoll Teaching Specialist 255 Owen Hall (218) 281-8393 tgdrisco@crk.umn.edu	Amber Edblom Lab Services Coordinator 124-A University Teaching and Outreach Center (218) 281-8105 edblo012@crk.umn.edu
Terrill Giannonatti-Bradford Instructor 123 University Teaching and Outreach Center (218) 281-8108 tbradfor@crk.umn.edu M.Ed.	Mandy Gudvangen Farm Animal Attendant 100-F University Teaching and Outreach Center (218) 281-8106 langl027@crk.umn.edu	Theresa Helgeson Lab Services Coordinator 1 Production Horticulture Facility (218) 281-8120 helg0145@crk.umn.edu	Chad Hoffart Teaching Specialist choffart@crk.umn.edu
Steven Howey Lab Services Coordinator 113 Hill Hall (218) 281-8124 howey005@crk.umn.edu	Sarah Kazmierczak Lecturer 211 Hill Hall (218) 281-8109 skazmier@crk.umn.edu	Charles Lariviere Instructor 209-B Hill Hall (218) 281-8175 clarivie@crk.umn.edu	DelRay Lecy Teaching Specialist lecyx016@umn.edu
Leslie Lekatz Assistant Professor 100-H University Teaching and Outreach Center (218) 281-8115 lalekatz@crk.umn.edu Ph.D.	John Loegering Professor, Department Chair 204 Owen Hall (218) 281-8132 jloegeri@crk.umn.edu Ph.D.	Harouna Maiga Professor 100-D University Teaching and Outreach Center (218) 281-8107 hmaiga@crk.umn.edu Ph.D.	Allison Oberg Farm Animal Attendant 7-H University Teaching and Outreach Center oberg143@crk.umn.edu
Nathan Purrington Lecturer 105 Hill Hall (218) 281-8114 purr0007@crk.umn.edu	Morgan Pyles Assistant Professor (218) 281-8103 pyles024@crk.umn.edu	Rachel Quale Teaching Specialist qual0083@crk.umn.edu	Margot Rudstrom Lecturer 207 Hill Hall (218) 281-8138 rudstrmv@crk.umn.edu
David Seyfried Senior Lecturer 221 Selvig Hall (218) 281-8370 seyfried@umn.edu Ph.D.	Matt Simmons Associate Professor 202 Owen Hall (218) 281-8141 msimmons@crk.umn.edu Ph.D.	Leah Stroot Executive Ofc and Admin Spec 100-B University Teaching and Outreach Center (218) 281-8101 stroot@crk.umn.edu	Kristina Walker Associate Professor, Interim Division Head - Ag, Natural Sci and Tech 205 Hill Hall (218) 281-8116 kswalker@crk.umn.edu Ph.D.

Upcoming Events

Department News

Professor Emeritus Feature: Jerry Knutson

February 28, 2023

UMN Crookston faculty to host research expertise showcase March 2

February 17, 2023

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