For decades, Alison Van Eenennaam has been at the forefront of some of the biggest advances—and biggest debates—in animal agriculture. As a professor in the UC Davis Department of Animal Science and a Cooperative Extension Specialist in Animal Genomics and Biotechnology her career has spanned the rise of genomics, genetic selection and genome editing, helping producers understand emerging technologies while serving as one of agriculture's most recognizable voices in science communication.
In a recent episode of the Hoards Dairyman Podcast, host Jenna Byrne sat down with Dr. Frank Mitloehner, professor and air quality specialist at UC Davis, to discuss the future of dairy sustainability and the evolving conversation around methane emissions.
California’s iconic rangelands support cattle, wildlife, open space, and rural communities, while covering millions of acres across the state. But according to Michael Delbar, CEO of the California Rangeland Trust (CRT), those landscapes—and the families who steward them—face increasing pressure from development, rising costs, and public misunderstanding about agriculture.
The California Rangeland Trust recognized CLEAR Center Director Dr. Frank Mitloehner, with the 2026 Conservation Impact Award during its annual Landowner Appreciation Dinner on June 2nd at the Yolo Land & Cattle Co. in Esparto, California. The event brought together ranchers, conservation partners, and agricultural leaders to celebrate the role of working lands in sustaining California’s landscapes.
In this episode of CLEAR Conversations, researcher, professor and director of the World Food Center, Ermias Kebreab discussed his research on methane reduction strategies in livestock production—work that has helped position UC Davis as a global leader in agricultural sustainability research.
For generations of students in the Animal Science Department in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences at the University of California, Davis, conversations about choosing a major, navigating college life, and deciding on a career path often began with Ed DePeters.
Frank Mitloehner, an air quality specialist, professor and director of the CLEAR Center, will be the new chair of the Department of Animal Science, which has the highest undergraduate enrollment in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences.
At a scientific meeting best known for research on pigeons, rats, primates and even octopuses, pigs also found a place in the spotlight. At least for one session of the meeting.
At the UC Davis CLEAR Center, understanding animals goes beyond observing behavior—it’s about uncovering how animals think and interact with the world around them. In a recent episode of CLEAR Conversations, host Tracy Sellers sat down with Kristina Horback to explore the growing field of animal cognition and what it means for animal welfare, livestock management, and the future of sustainable agriculture.
Once fallow tomato fields on the UC Davis campus are now home to irrigated corn fields growing silage that will help feed dairy cows. The project is part of a new initiative bolstering sustainability and research efforts in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences by bringing dormant fields back in action in support of campus research and facilities.
