Plant Physiologist Career

*A job as a Plant Physiologist falls under the broader career category of Soil and Plant Scientists. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Soil and Plant Scientists : Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.

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