Where Research, Teaching and Outreach Collide
Waterman Agricultural and Natural Resources Laboratory is home to 261 acres of agricultural land with features and facilities to support teaching, research and outreach for CFAES. All these spaces contribute to CFAES and Ohio State's mission as a land-grant university and will be a valuable resource for years to come.
Facilities
Controlled Environment Agriculture Research Complex
Our newest greenhouse supports collaboration with industry partners and our scientists with state-of-the-art spaces.
Dairy
Our newest facility goes high-tech with robotic milkers, feeders and manure clean up.
Education and Innovation Center
The next space coming to Waterman Lab will serve as a welcome center for tour visitors and learning space for students and the general public.
Kunz Brundige Franklin County Extension Building
The home for Ohio State University Extension programs, meetings and event space for Franklin County.
Multispecies Animal Learning Complex
Our newest facility supports animal agriculture and classes to develop the next generation of animal science careers.
Rothenbuhler Bee Lab
Our dedicated space for educating growers and educators on integrated pest management. A nationally recognized bee raising facility.
Turfgrass Facility
Supported by the Ohio Turfgrass Foundation, this 23-acre facility supports teaching, research and outreach programs for students and professionals.
Waterman Headquarters
The home to Waterman Operations staff, shop space for maintenance and equipment work, classrooms and lab spaces, including the Wittmeyer Conference Room.
Spaces
Agronomic and Soil Sciences
Waterman Lab offers ample space for agronomic classes and soil science.
Columbus Greenhouses
Beyond the Controlled Environment Greenhouse at Waterman Lab we support two other greenhouses and high tunnels.
Ecological Systems
Over 28 acres of woodlot, streams, and wetlands give our students and scientists ample space for teaching and research.
Horticulture and Specialty Crops
Our gardens, orchards and crop fields support student instruction, research and community outreach.
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