College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources
Grow Your Passion
Explore horticulture, wildlife, livestock herds and more through exciting experiential learning experiences.
East Texas A&M has one of the top hands-on learning agricultural programs in Texas. Our primary purpose is to serve and educate our students. We will also serve the region, state and beyond with agricultural training, events and lifelong learning activities. Take the next step and “Grow Your Passion in Agriculture” at East Texas A&M.
See Yourself Succeed With a Degree in Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
Grow Your Passion for Agriculture
East Texas A&M has one of the top hands-on agricultural programs in Texas. Explore horticulture, wildlife, livestock herds, and more through exciting experiential learning and modern facilities.
Join the Family
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is a growing family with a supportive student culture, including multiple student organizations and competitive judging and show teams.
Expert Faculty
Work with professors who have ambitious research agendas solving problems on the farm, increasing nursery efficiency and improving worker safety.
Career Readiness
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources puts you front and center to potential employers by fostering positive relationships and maintaining a strong public presence throughout the agricultural industry.
Academic Degree Programs
Minors and certificates
Food Studies Minor
The interdisciplinary minor in Food Studies provides students the opportunity to exam food choices and issues from multiple perspectives. The minor uses courses from a variety of disciplines and is open to all majors.
Horticulture Minor
Plant and Soil Science Graduate Certificate
Are you passionate about the plants you grow? Do you want to enhance your understanding of the intricate processes behind how plants and crops thrive in our harsh environment? Do you wish to expand your understanding of plant nutrition and plant production? Then the Graduate Certificate in Plant and Soil Science is the one for you.
Sustainable Food Systems Graduate Certificate
Enhance your skills to help create more robust food systems that can stand the test of time. This program will have you emphasizing theories, resources and strategies relevant to establishing and maintaining sustainable food systems.
Competitive Teams
CASNR also has several competitive teams including:
- Livestock Judging Team
- Meat Judging Team
- Show Team
- Equestrian Team
- Stock Horse of Texas Team
- Horse Judging Team
- Lions Rodeo Team
TAMUC Faculty’s Cattle Research Presented at National Conference
Texas A&M University-Commerce Assistant Professor Landon Sullivan was part of a research team that had its research presented at the American Society of Animal Science Annual Meeting in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
TAMUC Hosts Livestock Judging Camp for Area Students
TAMUC recently hosted a Livestock Judging Camp for area students from August 1-3.
A&M-Commerce Hosts Statewide Agriculture Conference
TAMUC recently hosted the 2024 Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas Beef Cattle Conference on July 22.
TAMUC's Profili Captures Team Roping Championship at College National Finals Rodeo
Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo Team member Kaden Profili highlighted the Lions’ success at the 2024 College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) with a National Championship victory in the Team Roping event. Profili, a senior majoring in agricultural science and technology from Jacksonville, Texas, won the event as the team’s heeler. He was paired with James Arviso […]
Texas State Representative Dr. Gary VanDeaver Receives A&M-Commerce Legislative Award
Texas State Representative Dr. Gary VanDeaver was recently awarded the Legislative Award by the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR) at Texas A&M University-Commerce in recognition of his continuous support of the university. The award is given to distinguished alumni who have contributed significantly to A&M-Commerce through their efforts with state and federal […]
Three Lions Qualify for College National Finals Rodeo
Following another successful season, three members of the Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo Team qualified for the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) this summer. A&M-Commerce student-athletes Rylee George, Addie Weil and Kaden Profili all ranked high enough in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Southern Region standings at season’s end to earn a spot in the finals. […]
Showcasing Scholarship: Highlights from TAMUC’s Annual Research Symposium
TAMUC students present innovative research projects to the university community and industry leaders. Texas A&M University-Commerce hosted its Annual Research Symposium on April 17, 2024, at the university’s Rayburn Student Center. The symposium showcased undergraduate and graduate research projects, providing A&M-Commerce students a platform to present their work and demonstrate their intellectual pursuits and passions. […]
TAMUC Rodeo Athlete Featured on the Cowboy Channel
Texas A&M University-Commerce Rodeo team member Océane Veilleux was recently interviewed for a segment on the Cowboy Channel, a 24-hour television network dedicated to western sports and the western lifestyle that is available in 42 million homes, according to the network’s website. The Quebec native was featured in the network’s Western Sports Roundup block in […]
TAMUC Student Shines with Rodeo Pageant Victory
A Texas A&M University-Commerce student took home a pageant crown after being named Queen of the inaugural Miss Rodeo Fort Smith pageant in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Jamara Lang was chosen as the winner of the “Queen” category, which was the most senior division in the competition. The pageant included a showcase of contestants’ horsemanship skills, […]
Texas A&M-Commerce Breaks Ground on New Agricultural Multipurpose Center, Gamebird Research Center
Texas A&M University-Commerce conducted a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, March 18 to begin construction of a new Agricultural Multipurpose Education & Training Center and a gamebird research center, both located on State Highway 24 south of Commerce. The $45 million, approximately 190,000-square-foot agricultural facility will serve as a dynamic hub for agricultural research, teaching, economic […]
Giving Opportunities
We invite you to become a valued partner of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources Dean's Club. What kind of impact would you like to make on the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources?
- Lion Level-$240 per year
- Blue Level-$600 per year
- Gold Level-$1200 per year
If you are considering contributing to the Ag Excellence Fund, please contact Dr. Brent Donham. For other gift options, please contact giving.
Our Facilities
- Working farm with livestock, row crops and horticultural crops; one of only three agricultural programs in the U.S. to offer a hands-on practicum to grow your own wheat, cotton or corn crop
- 100+ head commercial cow herd
- Wildlife wetland areas
- Two modern greenhouse facilities
- Newly remodeled facilities including classrooms for animal and equine science, swine barn and rodeo barn
- Equine facility with riding and training pens and newly remodeled covered arena
Mission, Vision and Values
Mission
The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is committed to experiential and pragmatic learning with rigorous educational programs, courses and experiences enriched by quality instruction. We offer high-quality farm and ranch enterprises that create opportunities for teaching and scholarly activities. We foster positive relationships among our faculty, staff and students and maintain a strong public presence on campus, in the community and throughout the state and agricultural industry. Students are prepared to become competent professionals through the sharing and discovery of knowledge across the varied fields of agriculture.
Vision
We will be recognized as the choice for students who seek to positively impact the agricultural industry. The college will offer various programs and opportunities. Recognition of innovative teaching, scholarship, state-of-the-art resources and collaboration with industry and institutional partners will result in school enrollment exceeding 500 students and lead by 2020.
Core Values
Excellence. Innovation. Family. Integrity. Teamwork.
We are here to help Agriculture
WE ARE HERE TO HELP!
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- College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources
- 903.886.5358
- Ag/ET 136
- 2000 University Dr.
- Commerce, TX 75428