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Equine Extension

Texas A&M University is home to one of the finest equine science programs in the nation and provides valuable resources through equine extension. With a long history of teaching, research, outreach and service, Texas A&M has been a vital contributor to the equine industry for generations. The Department of Animal Science has been instrumental in providing the equine industry with knowledge and care that has advanced not only equine sciences, but also the welfare of countless horses and Texas A&M graduates the industry’s future leaders. These advancements are made possible through cross-collaboration within the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. Please explore this website to see what our world-class equine programs offer and contact us with any questions.

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Publications

The Department of Animal Science takes pride in its robust offering of resources that address the diverse needs of livestock producers, enthusiasts, and industry stakeholders.

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Faculty and Specialists

The Texas AgriLife Extension equine specialists are composed of faculty helping Texans learn about equine management through teaching research-based technologies.

Meet the Equine Extension Team
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Events and Programs

Equine extension events and programs offered throughout the state and nation provide producers resources to make sound economical and sustainable decisions for their operations.

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VSCP: Implementing a Veterinary Science Program – May 2025
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Texas A&M AgriLife VSCP Information Sessions – Spring 2025
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Texas A&M Summer Horsemanship School Program
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Extension News

Department of Animal Science Horse Beginnings Camp introduces youth to equine industry

By Cameron Powers, Junior Animal Science Student Two successful Horse Beginnings Camps were held June 14-15 and June 21-22 by…

American Horse Council’s National Economic Impact Study survey results available

By Kay Ledbetter, Texas A&M AgriLife Marketing and CommunicationsPublished April 17, 2024, on AgriLife Today Armed with fresh, long-awaited data,…

South Texas Beef and Forage Field Day scheduled for May 8

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension County Agents from Atascosa, Bee, Goliad, Jim Wells, Karnes, Live Oak, McMullen, Nueces, Refugio, and San…

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