New Mexico State University
Entomology, Plant Pathology, and Weed Science

Welcome to Entomology, Plant Pathology, and Weed Science!

The Entomology, Plant Pathology, and Weed Science department is a multi-disciplinary group of scientists and teachers whose mission is to provide academic instruction, research and service that focuses on managing harmful organisms and conserving beneficial species in semi-arid ecosystems. The department’s integrated and applied biology approach emphasizes problem-solving in its teaching and research to address current and emerging issues in plant and animal health and protection, using tools from molecular to landscape scales. The strength of the department is the interaction of these disciplines in understanding the biology of pest organisms, their interactions, and how harmful and beneficial species impact urban, agricultural and natural resources.