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The College of Agricultural Sciences, the first of the colleges established at Penn State, awarded the nation's first baccalaureate degrees in agriculture in 1861. Today, the college is broadly recognized as one of the nation's premier institutions for agricultural research and education programs. From this long tradition of excellence the college produces a wide range of useful information for the public, business, and industry.  From gardening questions and food safety to the latest recommendations on fertilizer application rates and market news - you can find it here.  We're committed to sharing results of research and disseminating information to support you in your endeavors.