At the conclusion of the Spring 2024 semester, two separate high-impact learning experiences took students in the Texas A&M Department of Animal Science on industry tours in the equine and beef cattle segments. These opportunities allow students to network with industry leaders and see course materials applied directly in real-world experiences. Equine Industry Tour Twenty… Read More →
Texas A&M Horse Judging Team host summer horse judging camps
The Texas A&M Horse Judging Team recently hosted horse judging camps in Texas and Virginia for aspiring young horse judgers. The Texas A&M Summer Horse Judging Camp was held at the Texas A&M Hildebrand Equine Complex, followed by the second annual Texas A&M East Coast Horse Judging Clinic in Blacksburg, Virginia. At the Texas A&M… Read More →
Texas A&M Meat Judging Team Reunion and Celebration
Join the Texas A&M Meat Judging Team for a weekend of fun Sept. 6-7! Help celebrate the success of the team and the UNDEFEATED 2024 spring season. A hotel room blocked has been reserved at Comfort Suites, 907 University Dr E, College Station, TX 77840. Call 979-268-5500 to book rooms at the discounted rate under… Read More →
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, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service horse specialists in the Texas A&M Department of Animal Science are actively strategizing ways to cater to the diverse needs of horse owners and enthusiasts, spanning various equestrian activities. The results of the American… Read More →
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Competitive teams update: May 2024
As we wrap up the spring semester of 2024, we would like to congratulate our competitive teams on a great season! The latest results from contests in late March through April include the dairy challenge, horse judging, meat animal evaluation, ranch horse, and rodeo teams. Learn more about the department’s 10 competitive teams here. Dairy… Read More →
Department of Animal Science Tailgate set for October 5
Join us as the Fightin’ Texas Aggies take on Missouri! The family-friendly Department of Animal Science Tailgate will offer food, refreshments, games and fellowship. Department of Animal Science TailgateTexas A&M vs. Missouri Saturday, October 5, 2024Tailgate Start: 8 a.m. | Kickoff: 11 a.m.Location: Kleberg Animal and Food Sciences Center474 Olsen Blvd, College Station, TX 77845… Read More →
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Competitive teams update: April 2024
The Department of Animal Science competitive teams are rounding out a successful spring contest season. Recent results from the livestock judging, wool judging and rodeo teams are below. Learn more about the department’s 10 competitive teams here. Livestock Judging Team The Aggies finished out a strong spring season with an excellent day at Houston! Team:… Read More →
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 Patricio Counties, along with Dr. Jamie Foster, from the Texas AgriLife Research Station in Beeville and Dr. Karl Harborth, assistant professor and extension livestock specialist in the Texas A&M Department of Animal Science, have teamed… Read More →
TAMU Reyette Olena earns the SHTX Legacy Horse Award
By: Chastain Spiller ’24 “Reyette changed my life and I’m forever grateful for her. She taught me how to show… she just took care of me one hundred percent.” – Anissa Cervera There is no stronger partnership than one between two individuals who need not exchange a single word to communicate, who work together seamlessly… Read More →
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Competitive teams update: March 2024
The Department of Animal Science competitive teams have continued having a successful semester. Results below include contests at San Antonio, South Plains, Houston, and more! Learn more about the department’s 10 competitive teams here. Dairy Challenge Team The Texas A&M Dairy Challenge Team recently competed at the Western Regional Dairy Challenge Contest in Richfield, Utah…. Read More →