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Raised on a small dairy farm near Binghamton, Brian Aukema’s path to Cornell was paved by 4-H and a seventh-grade spark that never dimmed. Today, as the New York State 4-H Livestock and Companion Animal Specialist, Aukema builds hands-on...

The inaugural New York State 4-H Livestock Bowl took place on Saturday, April 25, at Cornell University. The event marked an exciting new opportunity for youth across the state to showcase their knowledge and skills in livestock science. To...

Cornell PRO-LIVESTOCK and the Department of Animal Science hit the ground running in 2026 with two separate undergraduate experiential learning events spotlighting the livestock production industry. In January, a group of 11 Cornell...

The New York State 4-H Livestock Ambassador Program recently offered an immersive, multi-day educational experience for youth participants, providing hands-on exposure to New York’s diverse livestock industries. The program began with a visit to...

Brian Aukema ’98 joined the Department of Animal Science in fall 2023 as the New York state 4-H livestock and companion animal specialist. We sat down with him for a chat about his interests, goals and background. What is the focus of your new...