Welcome to the Department of Plant Protection website at the College of Food and Agriculture Sciences, King Saud University. Our department is a fundamental component of the University's educational, research, and community service initiatives.

Our Department aims for excellence in its three main programs: plant pathology, entomology, and pesticides through its academic programs and innovative research. We work on developing sustainable solutions to guarantee secure and environmentally friendly agricultural production.

The department boasts distinguished faculty members and associates who specialize in these fields. They are actively engaged in teaching and supervising undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs and contributing to practical research that addresses the needs and goals of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The department's goals align with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, emphasizing the promotion of innovation and scientific research to achieve sustainable development, ensure food security, and support the national economy by investing in human and research potential in the plant protection field.

Our department is distinguished by its dedication to academic and research quality, and its ongoing initiatives to enhance collaboration with both governmental and private sectors to promote innovation and deliver effective solutions to agricultural concerns. We are also proud to offer a distinguished educational and research environment that enhances scientific understanding in these specialized fields.

I invite you to visit our website to gain further insight into our academic programs, faculty members, research activities, and available services. We underscore our commitment to enhancing scientific and community collaborations to benefit our society and nation.

May Allah guide us all towards goodness and success, and may our efforts be fruitful in serving this generous nation.

Dr. Abdullah bin Fahd Al-Hashel

Head of the Department of Plant Protection

King Saud University