Animal Sciences
Behind the Research: Patricia Jaynes
Monday, July 15th, 2019
About the feature Many people are involved in the remarkable range of programs, services and facilities that undergird research in the College of Agriculture. Collectively they’re integral to the college fulfilling its research mission. “Behind the Research” explores their individual roles. Each academic year, we profile six people whose work supports the College of Agriculture’s…
Read MoreBacteria get sick, too: Purdue joins international team developing alternatives to antibiotics for global livestock production
Monday, June 24th, 2019 • University News Story
To slow down the worldwide development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, Purdue University professors Paul Ebner, animal sciences, and Nicole Widmar, agricultural economics, have partnered with professors Zafar Hayat and Shafiq ur Rehman from the Unive…
Read MoreBacteria get sick, too: Purdue joins international team developing alternatives to antibiotics for global livestock production
Monday, June 24th, 2019 • University News Story
To slow down the worldwide development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, Purdue University professors Paul Ebner, animal sciences, and Nicole Widmar, agricultural economics, have partnered with professors Zafar Hayat and Shafiq ur Rehman from the Unive…
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Wide-open spaces fuel cowboy dreams
Wednesday, May 29th, 2019
by Carley Myers At the Solid Rock Red Angus ranch in Limon, Colorado, Jared Forgey marveled at the sight of 1,200 head of cattle stretching out as far as he could see. Ahead of him were 22,000 acres of ranchland — a world away from the small farm where he grew up. “I was in…
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Ag Class of 2019: Samantha Morris
Wednesday, May 8th, 2019
Every Purdue student has a story. Each individual brings distinctive experiences, perspectives and skills to the University, and each takes away something different. Commencement is the shared milestone in that process. We’re celebrating the collective achievements of the Class of 2019 by telling the unique stories of some of its outstanding members. Today, meet Samantha…
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What can you be when you grow up?
Wednesday, April 10th, 2019
By Chad Campbell Thanks to the collaborative efforts of the National FFA Organization and the Purdue University Department of Animal Sciences, students across the nation will soon have a new answer to consider to the age-old question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” The recently released “Careers with Animals” series provides…
Read MorePurdue researcher part of effort to improve swine health
Monday, January 28th, 2019 • University News Story
A Purdue University researcher is part of a project that is looking for ways to improve swine herd health and survivability to increase animal well-being and pork producers’ profits.
Read MoreGoat and sheep webinar to provide producers with valuable breeding information
Tuesday, January 15th, 2019 • University News Story
Purdue Extension and Kentucky Extension will present the 2019 Sheep and Goat Webinar on Feb. 13 to offer expert advice to help producers manage their breeding programs.
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10 Most Read Stories of 2018
Wednesday, December 19th, 2018
Purdue celebrates dedication of new animal sciences complex In March, Purdue formally dedicated its new 123,000 square-foot animal sciences complex, boosting the university’s commitment to Indiana’s vital food animal production industry. “These wonderful state-of-the art classrooms, laboratories, and interactive spaces bring together students, faculty, and staff in ways that will foster collaboration, spark new ideas,…
Read MorePurdue Extension honors educators, specialists at annual Professional Development Conference
Monday, December 10th, 2018 • University News Story
More than 350 Purdue Extension educators and extension specialists gathered at the Purdue Memorial Union for the annual Professional Development Conference, an event that recognizes individuals for outstanding service and offers educational and collabo…
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