Rick Rasby

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Rick Rasby

Professor & Cow/Calf Extension Specialist Animal Science University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Contact

Address
ANSC C204d
Lincoln NE 68583-0908
Phone
402-472-6477 On-campus 2-6477
Email
rrasby1@unl.edu
Website
Website

Dr. Rick Rasby joined the Department of Animal Science as an Assistant Professor in 1986 and served as a Professor from 2000-2016, before serving as an Associate Dean of Extension and Agriculture Program Leader from 2016-2023. He returned to the department as a Professor in 2023 and serves as an Extension Cow/Calf Specialist.

Education

B.S. University of Nebraska-Lincoln
M.S. Oklahoma State University
Ph.D. Oklahoma State University

Teaching

ASCI 181: Beef Industry Scholars - Freshman Seminar
Summary: Introduction to the Nebraska and United States beef industry. Discussion of issues by invited beef industry leaders and on-site visits of industry organizations.

ASCI 481: Beef Industry Scholars - Beef Summit
Summary: Identification of a major issue confronting the Nebraska beef industry. Organize a Nebraska summit meeting to discuss and bring the identified issue to resolution.

Research

My research focuses on the interaction between nutrition and reproduction in beef cows.

Extension

My extension focus is beef cow management systems that impact performance and economics that are sustainable and responsible that lead to robust, healthy, and sustainable landscape, is profitable, and enhances quality of life.