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

Penn State scientists among leaders in carbon cycle assessment

December 20, 2018

Researchers develop first carbon budget for North American coastal waters

American Lamb Goes to College

December 3, 2018

Penn State students enjoyed lamb entrees in dining halls.

Raising awareness of beef and dairy industries is goal of Collegiate Cattlewomen

November 26, 2018

Members become more educated stewards of animal agriculture through community service, public awareness events and fundraisers.

Penn State Animal Science Students Participate in Dairy Challenge

November 16, 2018

Six students joined 119 students in innovative, three-day educational competition, working in mixed-university teams.

North American Dairy Challenge Honors Larry Muller with Founders Award

November 15, 2018

Award was presented posthumously at the Dairy Cattle Nutrition Conference held in Pennsylvania.

Penn State Poultry Judging Team Places Second at National Collegiate Contest

November 15, 2018

Team Member Katie Sondericker tied for first place individual overall; team also placed first in Breed Selection and Carcass Quality Division and fourth in Egg Production and Quality Division.

Penn State Animal Science Students Meet with Congressional Leaders

November 6, 2018

As part of their Advanced Beef Production Class, students traveled to Washington, D.C. and learned more about issues facing the beef industry and how to effectively communicate with elected representatives.

Rodney Hissong to be Honored as Penn State’s Dairy Science 2018 Distinguished Alumnus

October 17, 2018

Franklin County dairyman, a 1998 graduate, will be recognized at a ceremony on November 2.

Swiss Students Get Overview of Pennsylvania Agriculture

October 16, 2018

Twenty students from Switzerland visited Penn State's University Park Campus and operations throughout the Commonwealth.

Department of Animal Science Prospective Student Open House to be held October 19

September 19, 2018

High school seniors are invited to learn more about the Department of Animal Science and meet faculty and students.