Past Events

Validation of Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry Scanners for Determination of Body Composition in Laying Hen Pullets

Unlocking the Potential of Fat in Milk Replacer for Calves

Genetic Selection for Low Boar Taint as a Welfare Friendly Alternative to Surgical Castration

Saccharomyces cerevisiae supplementation in Canadian Finishing Feedlot Diets

Good afternoon CGIL, We are happy to invite you to the last seminar of the semester. This week we have Fiona Guinan, a Ph.D. student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, presenting for us on Friday, December 15th, 2023. The seminar will begin at 1:30 PM EDT/EST on the virtual platform Microsoft Teams. The presentation title is: "Genetic analysis of lactation consistency in U.S. Holsteins using temporal variation in daily milk weights".

Interested in becoming an Arrell Scholar?  The Arrell Food Institute is hosting a virtual info session on Wednesday, December 13th at 11:00 am to provide more information on this unique and prestigious scholarship program that provides annual graduate funding of $50,000 for up to four years and provides scholars with tailored leadership development programming.

Good afternoon CGIL, This week we are happy to have Dr. Ricardo Ventura, assistant professor at the University of Sao Paulo, presenting for us on Friday, December 8th, 2023. The seminar will begin at 1:30 PM EDT/EST on the virtual platform Microsoft Teams. The presentation title is: "Is feature extraction crucial in determining marbling scores in beef cattle through the application of machine learning methods?".

Dear Department of Animal Biosciences, On behalf of the Animal Biosciences Social Committee, come celebrate the holidays at the Animal Biosciences Holiday Party on December 6th!  Enjoy great food and drinks in a festive atmosphere with your colleagues, friends, and family.  You may also participate in the (optional) Secret Santa Gift Exchange (see below)!