Academics
Why Grain Science?
Our students are in high demand throughout the industry and receive some of the best starting salaries earned by K-State graduates. Students majoring in bakery science, feed science, or milling science receive technical training that prepares them for successful careers working in the bakery, animal food, milling, and bio-based product industries.
Bakery Science and Management
Students learn about the commercial baking industry and related areas with courses in bakery and cereal science, milling, flour and dough testing, and a solid foundation in chemistry, math, microbiology and food safety. Options include cereal chemistry and production management.
Feed and Pet Food Science
Students learn about feed manufacturing technology including ingredient selection and use, processing, automation, finished product production, and grain and materials handling. Options are available in feed production or biofuels production to prepare students for management and operation positions. Pre-vet requirements also may be met in this program.
Food Science
Bring the science of food to life! Learn the fundamental properties of raw food materials important to designing and processing safe, wholesome, and attractive food products. Our undergraduate program is nationally approved by the Institute of Food Technologists.
Milling Science and Management
Students study the complete operation of grain, flour milling and processing operations from receiving to packaging while gaining a thorough background of scientific and technical knowledge of the cereal grain processing industries and value-added grain products. Options include operations, business management and cereal chemistry.
