WELCOME TO ANIMAL AND FOOD SCIENCES
Our programs cover a wide range of scientific disciplines that support the safe and economical production of domestic livestock animals and quality foods, as well as the care, health, and use of companion animals. In the field of animal science, disciplines include virology, physiology, nutrition, microbiology, immunology, molecular biology, engineering, biochemistry, genomics and animal management. In food science, we cover the disciplines of food safety (microbiology), chemistry and engineering, as well as the culinary aspects of food.
Our research addresses contemporary and future scientific challenges using cutting-edge technologies. Our goal is to assist and support stakeholders in the poultry, livestock and food industries.
Where high quality programs intersect with a dynamic living/learning laboratory — a 350-acre working farm!
Our graduate programs
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UD pre-veterinary medicine students practice real-life scenarios with Healthcare Theatre: youtube.com/embed/videoseries?list=com.synechron.udel.models.functions.SubstrAfter
Latest news
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UD’s non-thesis M.S. in Animal Science prepares Kayla Pettiford for veterinary school
May 02, 2024 | Written by Molly SchaferAs a graduate of UD’s non-thesis M.S. in Animal Science, alumna Kayla Pettiford attributes her UD master's degree in preparing her for veterinary school success. Pettiford graduated with an undergraduate degree in pre-veterinary science from Delaware State University in 2021. Pettiford took her time researching master’s programs. UD's concentration in Veterinary Biosciences, Biotechnology, and One Health (VBBOH) stood out. -
Meet our new faculty: Alexander Yitbarek
April 22, 2024 | Written by Katie Peikes | Photo by Katie PeikesNew CANR faculty member Alexander Yitbarek researches the effects of various feed additives and nutrients on chickens’ health and performance. He also researches various diseases that affect chickens’ health, overall performance and welfare. -
Get ready for Ag Day
April 18, 2024 | Written by Katie Peikes | Photos by Katie Young and Monica MoriakUD’s College of Agriculture and Natural Resources gears up for annual showcase for the community.