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Department of
Animal Science
9 Degree Programs
The Department of Animal Science offers dynamic and challenging undergraduate and graduate programs that cover a broad variety of fields including animal behavior, animal biotechnology, beef cattle, dairy science, equine science, food science and technology, meat science, physiology of reproduction, sheep and goats, and swine.
15+ Research Focus Areas
The mission of the Department of Animal Science is to improve lives through discovery, integration, dissemination and application of science-based knowledge of animals and animal products. Today, the Department of Animal Science at Texas A&M University has achieved national and international prominence as the largest and most complex department of animal science in the nation.
100+ High-Impact Learning Experiences
Students pursuing a degree in Animal Science at Texas A&M University have multiple opportunities to take part in high-impact learning experiences. With 10 nationally recognized competitive teams, department-led education abroad programs, industry tours, student research, and local, state, national, and international internships, every student has the chance to participate.
Mission
Enrich lives through discovery, communication and application of science-based knowledge in sustainable animal agriculture
Vision
The global leader in advancing sustainable animal agriculture through science-based innovation, education and outreach
Coming Soon: The Future of Meat Science at Texas A&M
A new era of innovation, hands-on learning and global impact is on the horizon. The Meat Science and Technology Center at Texas A&M-RELLIS will be a state-of-the-art facility designed to elevate research, teaching and industry collaboration in meat science.
Thanks to a $5 million lead gift from the Rosenthal family, this visionary project is already underway.
Coming Soon: The Future of Meat Science at Texas A&M
A new era of innovation, hands-on learning and global impact is on the horizon. The Meat Science and Technology Center at Texas A&M-RELLIS will be a state-of-the-art facility designed to elevate research, teaching and industry collaboration in meat science.
Thanks to a $5 million lead gift from the Rosenthal family, this visionary project is already underway.
Animal Science News
Cross retires after influential meat science and food safety career
Over his career, Russell Cross, Ph.D., senior professor in the Department of Animal Science at the Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, implemented changes within the food system that continue to influence education, farm practices, meat inspection and grading, meat industry procedures and consumer safety. Now, after 37 years of service at Texas A&M University, 13 years at the U.S. Department of Agriculture and eight years in the private sector, Cross is retiring.
Animal science faculty, students honored at national conference
Faculty and students from the Department of Animal Science earned top national honors during the 78th annual Reciprocal Meat Conference, RMC, hosted by the American Meat Science Association, AMSA, June 23-25 in Columbus, Ohio. The Reciprocal Meat Conference is the premier gathering of meat science professionals, featuring research presentations, professional development and networking opportunities. The Department of Animal Science was well represented by both faculty and students.
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