UF Animal Sciences Department

New blog! 🐊

Dr. Peter Hansen has recently reached an h-Index of 100 in recognition of his scholarly work and impact on the animal sciences industry. He has served the department since 1984, and his research has greatly contributed to the advancement of reproductive sciences for dairy and beef cattle globally. Congratulations, Dr. Hansen! 🎉

Use the link below to learn more about his incredible milestone!
https://tinyurl.com/h-index-of-100

Save the Date! 🗓️

The UF/IFAS Small Ruminant Short Course will take place on September 18-19, 2026. Join us for this amazing event to learn more about advancements in the small ruminant industry!

Use the link below to stay updated on this event!
https://tinyurl.com/c7bzmr6z

New Blog Post! 🐊

Read our newest blog post about one of our outstanding Associate Professors, Dr. Diwakar Vyas. He was recently named the UF ANS Undergraduate Coordinator and has been working hard to provide students with support and guidance throughout their academic journeys. Dr. Vyas teaches both undergraduate and graduate level courses focused on animal nutrition and forage quality, and he looks forward to furthering student success in his new role.

Check out this link to learn more about his work! https://tinyurl.com/2jbw4hmb

Happy National Dairy Month! 🐄

This month, we are recognizing the industry that provides us with the milk, cheese, and other dairy products that we love! We are grateful for the hardworking farmers who care for their herds and ensure our dairy is the highest quality each day, and we can't wait to celebrate all month!

Did you know that dairy products provide Vitamin D, Vitamin A, Zinc, and Selenium, which are all important nutrients for immunity? Comment your favorite dairy fact or product below!

Our Spring 2026 Have You Herd Newsletter is LIVE! 📣

Check out this volume to see our spring event recaps, course and faculty highlights, and learn more about the department's accomplishments. We are so proud of our students, faculty, and staff, and we look forward to watching their continued success unfold!

You can read the newsletter using this link!
https://tinyurl.com/SpringHaveYouHerd

Summer is in full swing! ☀️

We hope you are taking some time to have fun and relax. Whether you're traveling, completing an internship, or enjoying time with family, we can't wait to hear about everyone's adventures!

What are your plans for the summer? Comment below what you're most excited about during break! 🐊 ☀️🏖️🌴

Our Meats Retail Store is OPEN Today! 🥩

Stop by and see us from 9 AM to 4 PM and grab some treats for the weekend! The Meats Retail Store is open every Friday, excluding holidays and official University of Florida closure days.

We can't wait to see you at 2250 Shealy Drive, Gainesville, FL 32608!

Happy National Beef Month! 🐮

This month, we are taking the time to recognize the importance of the Beef Industry! We appreciate the ranchers who work to take the utmost care of their herds while also stewarding their land and natural resources.

Did you know that beef contains many essential nutrients that we need in our diet, like protein, iron, zinc, selenium, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, phosphorus, pantothenate, magnesium, and potassium? We hope you enjoy beef products as much as we do, and we hope you celebrate this month with a lasting appreciation for the steaks, burgers, and other meals that wouldn't be complete without beef!