Programs

This collection is composed primarily of publications produced by the Department of Animal Science at South Dakota State University. Materials include field day programs, research reports, newsletters, promotional materials, short course guides, and proceedings from symposia and professional meetings. Subjects represented span a wide range of animal science topics, including livestock and poultry production, animal husbandry, rangeland management, feed processing, animal welfare, and carcass evaluation. Events such as the Cottonwood Research Station Field Day, Livestock Feeders' Day, Poultry and Hatcherymen’s School, and the Beef Improvement Federation Symposium are documented, as well as student- and industry-focused materials such as scholarship notices and recruitment brochures.

These records provide insight into the research, outreach, and educational initiatives of SDSU’s Department of Animal Science, reflecting the department’s role in advancing livestock and rangeland practices in South Dakota and the region. The collection illustrates the university’s historical engagement with producers, students, and the broader agricultural community through practical education, scientific research, and public service.

Programs