The 2026 ASAS-CSAS Annual Meeting will be held at the Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center.

Meeting Website

The official meeting website is now available and includes the full scientific program, session details, speaker information, sponsors and exhibitors, award winners, special events, and important attendee resources. Explore everything happening at the meeting and start planning your experience today.

Pre-conference symposia and opening session will be on Sunday, July 19 along with the opening reception. Scientific and poster sessions will begin on Monday, July 20.

Symposia

2026 Symposia List

Pre-Symposium At-A-Glance

Kick off the meeting with focused, high-impact professional development designed to strengthen your skills, expand your expertise, and grow your network.

✍️ Writing Workshop

Hosted by the American Society of Animal Science

An interactive workshop led by current and former journal editors covering:

Manuscript preparation
Journal selection strategies
Navigating peer review
Becoming an effective reviewer

Designed for graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and early-career faculty.

Limited to 40 participants.

🧬 Genomics for Animal Sciences – Summer Workshop

Participants select one of three specialized tracks:

Track 1: Introductory Genetics/Genomics (Foundations)
Core concepts, terminology, genomic data types, and essential workflows.

Dr. Fiona McCarthy – University of Arizona
Dr. Yanghua “Sunny” He, University of Hawaii at Manoa
Dr. Wellison Diniz – Auburn University

Track 2: Advanced Functional Genomic applications of livestock regulatory elements
Gene regulation, and multi-omics integration.

Dr. James Koltes – Iowa State University
Dr. Byeonghwi Lim, Iowa State University

Track 3: Advanced Quantitative Genomics (GWAS and Genomic Prediction)
GWAS, genomic prediction, and applications in breeding and complex traits.

Dr. Nanye Long - Michigan State University
Dr Molly McCue- University of Minnesota
Dr. Wen Huang - Michigan State University
Dr. Nicole Tate - University of Minnesota
Dr. Hayden Hamsher - University of Minnesota

🧮 ASAS–NANP Symposium

Mathematical Modeling in Nutrition

Sponsored by the National Animal Nutrition Program

Exploring data-driven modeling approaches transforming modern animal nutrition and precision decision-making.

Speakers:

Bill Wisotsky – SAS
Haipeng Yu – University of Florida
Ziteng Xu – Texas A&M University
Joao Reboucas Dorea – University of Wisconsin–Madison
Reid – Celium Group

NETWORKING EVENTS FOR 2026

Opening Reception

Posters & Coffee | Monday & Tuesday mornings

Afternoon Break with Posters, Exhibits, and Snacks — Monday and Tuesday

Wednesday Morning – Coffee with Exhibitors

✨ New for 2026! ✨

Join us in Madison for the first-ever ASAS/CSAS Gala Dinner! A fun, social evening to connect with colleagues and celebrate our community.
🎟 Add your ticket during registration — space is limited!

Lace up your shoes and join us for a5K Fun Run/Walk! Participants of all fitness levels are welcome to run, jog, or walk the course. Registration includes a commemorative T-shirt, and prizes will be awarded to top finishers and select participants. It’s a fun and active way to connect with fellow attendees! 🏃‍♀️👟

FUN RUN/WALK ROUTES-

1 Mile Walk- https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6739183813

5K Fun Run/Walk-https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6739136927

We will begin at the Monona Terrace on the Olin Terrace (outdoor walkway that connects at street level) at 6:30 AM.

ASAS Awards Ceremony and Celebration

ASAS Business Meeting

CSAS AGM

CSAS Awards Banquet

Student Activities:

Student Breakfast & Learn

Student Mixer