Daniel Thomson, DVM, is the new chair of the Department of Animal Science at Iowa State University. He assumes his duties April 6 after spending 15 years with Kansas State University.
Source: Iowa State University, January 7, 2020. Link. Thomson hosts the national animal health television show, “Doc Talk,” which reaches over 45 million homes weekly. His leadership positions in the industry include chairing the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Animal Welfare Committee, serving as global co-leader For McDonald’s Beef Health and Welfare Committee, sitting on the YUM! Brand Animal Welfare Council and Serving on the Tyson Fresh Meats Animal Welfare Advisory Board.