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.

News

Genetic Advance for Male Birth Control

Published on October 16, 2017

The research of Dr. Chen Chen, assistant professor in the Department of Animal Science, was recently highlighted in MSU Today.

MSU Ag Tech Dairy Judging Team, All-American Dairy Show 2017

MSU Ag Tech Dairy Judging Team Wins All-American Dairy Show

Published on September 21, 2017

Ag Tech, Collegiate, and 4-H teams compete in the first show of the season.

MSU Ag Innovation Day at Lake City Research and Extension Center

Published on September 5, 2017

Dr. Jason Rowntree contributed to the 2nd annual MSU Agriculture Innovation Day. Listen to the interview about land regeneration studies and the Savory Institute’s “Land-to-Market” program.