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June 9, 2026

Texas A&M Regent John Bellinger to lead fight against New World screwworm

U.S. Department of Agriculture selects Texas cattleman, food industry entrepreneur to drive response

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June 5, 2026

Lauren O’Connor recognized as emerging leader in nutrition sciences

Evidence Center scientist awarded by national institute

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June 1, 2026

Amy Swinford named interim head of Institute for Infectious Animal Diseases

Former Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory director to ensure continuity of research priorities

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June 1, 2026

Former Texas A&M student wants to share the College’s ‘best-kept secret’

Casey Bradshaw ’95 chairs agriculture development council that matches scholarships for students in need

Nithya Rajan standing in a cotton field.
May 28, 2026

Nithya Rajan’s journey from the field to the forefront of crop science

Texas A&M AgriLife agronomist partners with producers to study nitrogen efficiency and crop systems

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May 28, 2026

June 16 webinar to focus on role of bacteria in pond management and health

AgriLife Extension program to explore bacteria types found in ponds and their functions

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May 27, 2026

How a coffee farm in El Salvador shaped an Aggie broadcasting legend

Fernando Palomo ’95 grew up dreaming of Aggieland; an agricultural economics degree gave him more than he bargained for

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May 26, 2026

Savay Sexton ’27 earns Peer Mentor of the Year award

Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences student follows in her peer mentor’s footsteps

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May 20, 2026

Volleman’s Family Farm: A legacy of loyalty

Three generations, one Texas dairy and a commitment to customers that has never wavered

Robert Chapkin sits beside a microscope in a laboratory
May 18, 2026

Research reveals diet combination that triggers colorectal cancer cell death

AgriLife Research links fiber and healthy fats to possible cancer-fighting effect, ferroptosis

Texas A&M food scientist Suresh Pillai in maroon polo shirt gives a tour of facilities.
May 14, 2026

Modernizing space food for long-duration missions

Texas A&M scientist explores electron beam technology for safer, higher quality space food systems

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May 13, 2026

Jeff Nunley ’88 ’91: Relationships founded in respect   

Former agricultural economics student advocates for farmers in Austin and Washington, D.C. 

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May 11, 2026

What is ghrelin? Rethinking the body’s ‘hunger hormone’

How an AgriLife Research scientist uncovered ghrelin’s unexpected roles in aging and brain health

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May 8, 2026

AgriLife Extension remembers pesticide safety educator Don Renchie

Renchie dedicated more than 32 years to advancing pest management educational programs across Texas

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May 6, 2026

An Aggie ring 40 years in the making

Mike Shipley ’26 finishes what he started and honors the woman who never let him forget he should

Jeff Goodwin wears a grey cowboy hat while standing outdoors in front of tall grasses.
May 6, 2026

Jeff Goodwin appointed chair-elect of U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef

Role to amplify Texas A&M AgriLife Research impact on beef industry’s ecological, economic resilience

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May 5, 2026

Zeledón selected to lead Texas A&M AgriLife center at Corpus Christi

Brings more than 20 years of private industry experience in research and crop development

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May 1, 2026

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences honors outstanding alumni

Six former students recognized for exceptional contributions in science, service and innovation

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April 30, 2026

Four staff members honored with President’s Meritorious Service Awards

College of Agriculture and Life Sciences employees recognized for excellence, leadership and service

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April 30, 2026

The anatomy courses one future doctor wishes she’d had

Nutrition graduate teaches courses made for medical school, health careers