Equine Science Program's Legacy of Hands-On Learning Continues...Online

March 28, 2020

Penn State's Equine Science Showcase and Quarter Horse Sale has been transitioned to an online auction.

Penn State Quarter Horse Sale Goes Online

March 25, 2020

Penn State's annual quarter horse sale will take place online, with bidding open from April 27, 2020 to May 2, 2020.

Feed supplement for dairy cows cuts their methane emission by about a quarter

March 2, 2020

A recently published study by Department of Animal Science researcher Dr. Alex Hristov shows promise in reducing methane production in cows.

Joy Pate, Ph.D., Honored by Society for the Study of Reproduction

February 21, 2020

Pate, Professor of Reproductive Physiology in the Department of Animal Science, will receive the Society's 2020 Trainee Mentoring Award at its annual meeting.

Holstein steers given hormone implants grow as well as beef steers

February 21, 2020

Penn State researchers offer study results as good news for dairy farmers struggling to keep their operations financially viable.

Animal, Veterinary, and Biomedical Sciences Building Project

November 18, 2019

The new Animal, Veterinary, and Biomedical Sciences Building will replace the 52-year-old Henning Building and co-locate the departments of Animal Science and Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences. The 105,000 square foot new construction will feature an array of unique spaces and facilities for students, faculty, and staff.

Dr. Terry Etherton Recognized by Northeast ASAS/ADSA

November 10, 2019

Etherton received Distinguished Service Award for his many outstanding contributions to the broad field of animal and dairy science.

Penn State Animal Science Students Visit Nation's Capital

October 31, 2019

Student met with Congressional leaders and discussed issues affecting agriculture and the beef industry.

Henning Building, built in 1967, has been taken down as the first step in new construction project on Ag Hill

October 17, 2019

William L. Henning Building has been completely razed as a first step in the construction of the new Animal, Veterinary and Biomedical Sciences Building, expected to be completed in late 2021. To view site preparation, click on the webcam link.

State Dairy Judging Team Concludes Successful Fall

October 9, 2019

Team places first in oral reasons in three contests; was first at the All-American Dairy Show, second at the World Dairy Expo and third at Eastern States Exposition.

New animal science class offers insight into Irish equine industry

September 10, 2019

Students with an interest in horses will have an opportunity to learn about the Irish equine industry and travel there during spring break to visit horse farms and facilities.

Berkey Creamery partners with Meats Lab to promote Penn State-grown products

September 6, 2019

An expanded partnership now has the Creamery carrying salami, beef jerky and three flavors of meat snack sticks.

Penn State Equine Program Acquires Valuable Stallion

August 11, 2019

Anthony and Christina Curiale, Hidden Lake Farm, Logan Township, NJ, donated Quarter Horse stallion One N Only (Uno) to the Department of Animal Science.

Ganda Joins Penn State's Animal Science Department

July 15, 2019

Ganda is Assistant Professor of Food Animal Microbiome; her appointment is 75 percent research and 25 percent teaching.

Penn State Students Excel at ADSA-SAD Annual Meetings

June 28, 2019

Club members won first place in the Quiz Bowl; the club placed second in the Outstanding Chapter competition.

Penn State Students Study Swiss Animal Agriculture Practices

June 26, 2019

Fourteen students studied animal agriculture in Switzerland through course work and visits within the country.

Elkin Honored by Poultry Science Association

June 24, 2019

Dr. Robert G. Elkin, Professor of Avian Nutritional Biochemistry, has been named a PSA Fellow, the highest recognition bestowed by PSA.

Annual Penn State Quarter Horse sale shatters records, draws large crowd

May 30, 2019

Horse named PSU Summertime Rockn shatters previous record, selling for $19,000

Penn State Poultry Judging Team Places Third in Nation

April 17, 2019

The team also placed second in the Breed Selection Division and fifth in the Market Products Division. Karissa Lombardo was high individual in the Breed Selection Division and eighteenth overall.

Student workers receive hands-on experience with deer at Penn State center

April 10, 2019

Penn State's Deer Research Center introduces students to industry regulations and inspections while working in a captive wildlife facility.

Penn State Prime: The Meat Lab is a Friday destination for many foodies, even as it trains the next generation of industry leaders

April 8, 2019

The Penn State Meats Laboratory offers fresh, specialty meat products as well as practical experience to students.

Penn State Wins Overall at 2019 NESA Competition

March 23, 2019

Eight teams with students from the Block and Bridle and Dairy Science Club competed and took first, second, third, fifth, seventh and tenth overall.

Little I Livestock Expo offers unparalleled showing experience for students

March 21, 2019

Little I and Dairy Expo will be held on April 6 at the Snider Ag Arena at University Park.

Garrison Named Penn State Animal Science Distinguished Alumnus

March 12, 2019

He will be honored during the Little I/Dairy Expo Weekend, April 5 and 6 at University Park.

Department of Animal Science Faculty Member Named Distinguished Professor

February 14, 2019

Alexander N. Hristov, Ph.D., P.A.S. recognized for his accomplishments in research, teaching and service.

Tara Felix Receives National Recognition

January 30, 2019

Felix is a recipient of the 2018 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture Teaching Award of Merit.

College of Ag Sciences senior gets a 'kick' out of Penn State Horse Barn living

January 30, 2019

Move Forward Smartly with Manure Application

January 29, 2019

Weather challenges have influenced application; high-risk winter applications require special considerations.

Livestock producers, consumers may be affected by cell-cultured meat regulations

January 29, 2019

U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Agriculture will share oversight of the cellular-based meat industry

Annual, biological rhythms govern milk production in dairy cows

January 7, 2019