Texas A&M Animal Science

Smoke was in the air all weekend in Aggieland 🔥

Barbecue Summer Camp brought together barbecue enthusiasts for three days of hands-on learning, expert instruction and plenty of time around the pit. Participants explored topics like meat selection, seasoning, fire management and smoking techniques while learning what goes into great Texas barbecue.

Thanks to everyone who joined us. We’ll see you at the next camp!

Help advance equine health research!

Texas A&M AgriLife researchers are inviting horse owners and equine professionals to participate in a national survey focused on equine metabolic health. Researchers hope to better understand current management practices, identify knowledge gaps and develop resources that support horse owners and the broader equine industry.

Read more about the project:
🔗 https://bit.ly/42DS6Sz

Take the survey:
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A Texas A&M Animal Science degree launched his career. Today, he’s helping future Aggies launch theirs.

Casey Bradshaw ‘95 has spent his career in the beef industry, but his connection to Texas A&M didn’t end at graduation. As chair of the College of Agriculture Development Council, the Animal Science former student is helping support scholarships that create opportunities for students across the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Read why Bradshaw calls the council one of the college’s “best-kept secrets.”
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Our faculty, Extension specialists and veterinary experts are helping lead education and outreach efforts related to New World screwworm in Texas. Through research-backed resources and producer education, we’re here to help livestock owners stay informed and prepared.

Future livestock judges, industry leaders and Aggies all in one place👏

This week, Texas A&M Animal Science faculty, staff and students helped facilitate the Livestock Judging Contest at Texas 4-H Roundup, welcoming 4-H members from across Texas to campus.

From evaluating classes to defending their decisions, participants put their livestock knowledge to work while gaining valuable experience that will benefit them far beyond the contest arena. We are always proud to play a small role in helping develop the next generation of leaders in agriculture.

Thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s event a success!

🐄 June is National Dairy Month! 🥛

We’re celebrating the people who make the dairy industry thrive. Through education, research and industry partnerships, Texas A&M Animal Science is proud to support the future of dairy.

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of animal agriculture and Texas A&M Animal Science researchers are helping lead the way!

Research from Dr. Karun Kaniyamattam, assistant professor in the Department of Animal Science, is exploring how AI and decision modeling can help producers improve efficiency, sustainability and long-term livestock management.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/4nQ4EjN