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That’s a lot of milk! We are happy to announce that the WSU Dairy received a Gold Medal Dam certificate from the Holstein Association USA for Chinook Cumulus Caylene, whose […]

The Department of Animal Sciences is pleased to welcome visiting scientist Dr. Tom Maxwell. He is currently co-teaching Sheep Production Systems while collaborating on various research and Extension projects, and […]

LAST OPPORTUNITY TO GET YOUR PRIME RIB FOR THE HOLIDAYS!!  Stop by the meat lab (East side of Lewis Alumni Center, 2155 Wilson Rd.) this Friday, December 9th, or next […]

Do you have a German Shepherd? If you have a German Shepherd, you are invited to participate in a study looking into anxiety and possible genetic connections. Participation in this […]

We are pleased to welcome new faculty member Dr. John Unruh. John brings a wealth of experience in animal, meat, and food science. He earned his Ph.D. in animal sciences […]

WSU Animal Sciences is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Blake Foraker to our team. We are excited to add Dr. Foraker’s expertise in meat science to the breadth […]

Amelia Johnson graduated from the Carson College of Business with a BA in Finance. She is currently working toward an MBA with a concentration in marketing and a projected graduation date of December 2023.

WSU Premium Beef has a half of grass-fed beef available!

Genomic selection is the use of DNA variants to predict the future performance of an animal and their offspring. This tool is typically used to increase the rate of genetic progress, but it can also be used to reduce financial risk and increase profitability.

The entire Animal Sciences department would like to congratulate our graduating Class of 2022. We are so proud of you for persevering through the past several years and wish you […]