The goal of the Graduate Program in Animal Science and Pastures Production is to prepare qualified professionals to perform activities such as teaching, research and leadership in projects related to animal production. The program content is designed to improve and strengthen the conceptual basis of the students' academic education.

Research Areas:

• Animal breeding, biostatistics and molecular genetics 
• Monogastric production and aquaculture 
• Physiology of animal systems and reproduction 
• Ruminant production, forage conservation and pastures