Plant scientists at Michigan State University have been evaluating plants since MSU was founded in 1855. Dr. James Beal was a pioneer in the development of hybrid corn and his student, Dr. Liberty Hyde Bailey, is considered the father of Horticulture. MSU has been a world leader in plant science research for over 150 years!
The Best Lettuce Experiment builds on that long and distinguished reputation and allows you to join this long tradition of MSU plant science research and discovery.
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Best Lettuce Experiment
Background
Plant scientists at Michigan State University have been evaluating plants since MSU was founded in 1855. Dr. James Beal was a pioneer in the development of hybrid corn and his student, Dr. Liberty Hyde Bailey, is considered the father of Horticulture. MSU has been a world leader in plant science research for over 150 years!The Best Lettuce Experiment builds on that long and distinguished reputation and allows you to join this long tradition of MSU plant science research and discovery.
Getting Started