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Benton Glaze is a Professor and Extension Specialist in Beef within the Department of Animal, Veterinary and Food Sciences at the University of Idaho, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. He is based at the Twin Falls Research and Extension Center and serves as a key resource for beef producers, veterinarians, and allied industries in Idaho and the Western U.S.
Education:
- Ph.D., Kansas State University
- M.S., University of Missouri-Columbia
- B.S., Tarleton State University
His research and extension work centers on beef cattle genetics, reproduction, quality assurance, and management. He develops and delivers science-based practices to improve herd productivity and sustainability. His outreach includes training programs on animal identification and health management.
The recent publications reflect a strong focus on reproductive technologies (e.g., CIDR protocols, sexed semen), beef and dairy cow quality defects in auction markets, and animal health product handling. These works bridge applied research with practical extension impact in beef production systems.
Scientific Awards:
- Western Section of American Society of Animal Science Extension Award (2008)
Benton Glaze is actively engaged in extension advising, providing technical guidance to producers and educators. He teaches AVS 330: Genetics of Livestock Improvement and AVS 474: Beef Cattle Science, integrating research into curriculum. While specific grants are not listed, his work is supported through extension funding and collaborative research. He contributes to improving beef production systems through applied science and outreach.
His work is centered at the Twin Falls Research and Extension Center, where he conducts field research and demonstration projects in collaboration with producers and industry partners. This facility enables direct translation of research findings into practical management recommendations for the regional beef industry.
