Department of Animal Science

The Department of Animal Science at Michigan State University offers education and research for the safe, nutritious and economical production of animal food and fiber, and of animals for recreational purposes, without compromising the environment or jeopardizing the health and well being of farm animals and farm communities. The department provides educational leadership through high-quality courses, research and extension/outreach programs to enhance human capital and ensure that Michigan producers and communities benefit from these.

We have a strong tradition of training outstanding students in animal science and related fields, and welcome prospective students who are interested in our programs and want to contribute to our mission. Graduates of our department have advanced to rewarding careers in universities, government agencies, the livestock industry, veterinary medicine and biomedicine.

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News

Michigan 4-H and MSU dairy judging teams complete successful year at North American International Livestock Exposition

Published on November 28, 2018

Three teams representing Michigan closed their seasons with strong showings at the 2018 North American International Livestock Exposition dairy cattle judging contest in Louisville, Kentucky, on Nov. 4.

Michigan 4-H members and MSU students compete at World Dairy Expo, Ag Tech Team earns invitation to Europe

Published on November 2, 2018

Two teams and one individual representing Michigan competed at the National Dairy Cattle Judging Contest at the World Dairy Expo in Madison, Wisconsin, on October 1.

13th Annual Animal Science Graduate Research Forum

Published on October 19, 2018

The 2018 Animal Science Graduate Research Forum included seven posters and 16 oral presentations.

Pursley Recipient of NAAB 2018 Research Award

Published on October 15, 2018

Dr. Richard Pursley has been named the 2018 National Association of Animal Breeders Research Award recipient.