Meat Science

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November 13, 2025

Regents approve Meat Science and Technology Center construction

Advanced complex at Texas A&M-RELLIS to bolster meat research, teaching, extension

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October 15, 2025

Texas Barbecue: A class that became a community

Inside the Friday afternoon class where Texas A&M freshmen learn brisket, mentorship and belonging

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September 8, 2025

Texas A&M meat science program adds three team members

Jerrad Legako, Ph.D., is a new associate professor and holder of the Gary ’68 and Kay Smith Endowed Chair in Meat Science Excellence; Michael Chao, Ph.D., is a new associate professor; and Sage Boleman is the new manager of the Rosenthal Meat Science and Technology Center.

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August 28, 2025

Closing time at the pit: Ray Riley retires after 46 years

Leaving behind a legacy of meat science excellence, lasting education and barbecue tradition

Texas A&M meat judging team
July 28, 2025

Meat judging team crowned international champions

Texas A&M Department of Animal Science team wins global title at Australian competition

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July 25, 2025

Miller wraps up pioneering career in meat science

Trailblazer’s 37-year career advanced sensory science, research and mentorship

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July 17, 2025

Cross retires after influential meat science and food safety career

Texas A&M AgriLife leader contributes to major research and administrative impacts over 58-year career

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June 23, 2025

Smith retires after four decades of influence on meat science

Regents Professor reached students, faculty and global collaborators throughout his career

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May 21, 2025

Rosenthal family pledges $5 million to new meat science center

State-of-the-art facility to elevate meat science research, education and outreach at Texas A&M

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August 9, 2024

Texas Beef Quality Assurance training set for Aug. 27 in Corsicana

Course focuses on beef quality and food safety

July 1, 2024

Texas Sheep and Goat Expo set for Aug. 16-17 in San Angelo

‘Hardcore Carnivore’ Jess Pryles is guest speaker

June 25, 2024

Beef Grades 101: Select, Choice or Prime?

Texas A&M meat science expert provides tips to, picking out perfect steak.

June 10, 2024

Can you smell how meat tastes?

Meat scientists explore the science behind cooking aromas and share their flavorful secrets

A man stands in the smoke behind a barbecue pit
May 24, 2024

Troubadour Festival: Best of Texas barbecue scene descends upon Aggieland

Country music and Texas barbecue fill Aggie Park at all-day festival.

May 13, 2024

Top barbecue tips from the ‘Three Brisketeers’

Texas A&M AgriLife experts share four tidbits every barbecue lover should know

March 27, 2024

Texas A&M Meat Judging Team finishes spring season undefeated

Team members eager to learn more while preparing for fall contests

February 21, 2024

An unexpected path leads to new passion in meat science

Diverse coursework and time spent on meat judging team impacts trajectory of Department of Animal Science student

February 16, 2024

Go Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences

Students share impact of scholarships and education at Brazos County Go Texan Scholarship and Donor Reception

September 5, 2023

Connections made as animal science students lead to impactful careers

Department of Animal Science graduates Gatlan ’11 and Rachel ’12 Gray value their student experiences and networks

July 20, 2023

Eating tendencies of Brahman steers can affect meat tenderness

Journal report indicates economic and biological efficiencies affected by feed intake