The Center for Animal Health and Food Safety plays a key role in protecting people from animal diseases and food-borne illnesses through education, outreach, and research that connects local and global experts.
25 partner countries
collaborating with CAHFS on projects, research, and trainings
350 alumni
implemented to address grand challenges in veterinary public health
100 training programs
implemented to address grand challenges in veterinary public health
Our Story
Learn more about our history and goals of protecting and enhancing food safety, food security, and economic growth by promoting sustainable animal health production practices
Mitigating the risk of animal diseases
Our work centers around preventing the risk associated with endemic, emerging, and foreign diseases that affect the health of animals, humans, and the environment.
Service unit for veterinary public health
We bridge University of Minnesota faculty and researchers with national and international experts to conduct research, education, and outreach for our community.
OIE collaborating center for capacity building
Through education and training, we provide support and solidarity to countries to help build skills and resources around the topics of animal health and disease control.
Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine Residency
Our flagship training program develops the next generation of veterinary public health professionals with specialized, vigorous training and hands-on practice.
Our Reach
CAHFS partners with various local and global organizations on research projects and training programs. Organizations have been based in the U.S., Mexico, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Senegal, Uganda, Spain, France, Kosovo, Thailand, and New Zealand.
Capacity Building
Exchanging expertise to safely feed the world
We strengthen the capacity of veterinary services at state, national, and international levels through education and training.
Science-Based Solutions
Facilitating science-driven decision making
We transform data into information and information into decisions that promote food safety and animal health.
Preparedness and Awareness
Mitigating the impact of food and animal diseases
We develop infrastructure to prevent and mitigate disease impact, and to protect animal, human, and environmental health.