Gary Smith

Gary Smith, PhD

Born and raised in Caddo County, Oklahoma, Dr. Gary Smith attended universities in California, Washington and Texas. Since 1961, he has taught and conducted research at Washington State University (WSU), Texas A&M University, and Colorado State University (CSU).

From 1916 to 1975, his research focused on beef palatability (bullocks vs. steers, carcass chilling effects on tenderness, blade tenderization, electrical stimulation of carcasses, Tenderstretch®); beef shelf life (vacuum packaging for domestic and transoceanic shipments, retail case life); and USDA Feeder Cattle Grade Standards From 1975 to 1990, his research efforts included modified atmosphere packaging of beef; transoceanic shipments of variety meats; USDA Beef Quality and Yield Grade Standards; time-on-feed and beef palatability; The Hamburger Steer®; breed types and beef palatability; beef lipids and human nutrition; National Consumer Retail beef Study; and restructured beef steaks.

From 1990 to 2015, his research focused on chemical residues in US beef; National Beef Quality Audits; International Beef Quality Audit; National Market Cow and Bull Audits; injection site lesions; Conventional, Natural, and Organic Beef; feeding Vitamin E and Beef retail case life; “Multiple-Hurdle E. coli 0157:H7 decontamination systems; implementation of HACCP programs in beef packing plants; Palatability Assurance Critical Control points; controlling Salmonella and Listeria on ready-to-eat beef; Best Practices for mitigating BSE (Mad Cow Disease) risk in packing plants; traceability systems implementation; and instrument grading of beef carcasses. Dr. Smith credits his success to colleagues and graduate students (who did the hard work) and the help of cattle feeders, packers, and retailers (who allowed them to use their facilities and products).

Dr. Smith occupied the Ken and Myra Monfort Endowed Shair in Meat Science at CSU beginning in June of 1990. Previously, he served as Professor (1969-1982) and Head (1982-1990) of the Department of Animal Science at Texas A&M where he received many awards.

Outstanding Teaching Performance Award,
Honor Professor Award
College of Agriculture Teaching Award
University Distinguished Teaching award
Deputy Chancellor’s Award for Team Research

Other awards and honors include:

International Stockmen’s Hall of Fame Induction
National Cattlemen’s Foundation Vision Award
USMEF Distinguished Service Award
AMSA R.C Pollock Award
Beefmaster Breeders United, Commitment to Excellence Award
Honored Researcher of the CSU Research Foundation
ISI Thomson Scientific’s Highly Cited Researcher
Beef Magazine’s top 40 Most Influential People in the US Beef Industry
American Hereford Association Hall of Merit Induction
Meat Industry Hall of Fame Induction
AMSA Mentor Award
Cattle Feeder’s Hall of Fame Award
College of the Sequoias, California State University-Fresno and WSU Distinguished Alumni Award
Certified Angus Beef Industry Achievement Award

Below are resources from Dr. Smith:

Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing Madison, Inc. (EFCT) Expands its Testing Capabilities to Detect and Quantify BPA

June 24th, 2025– In response to evolving regulatory expectations and growing public health concerns for Bisphenol A (BPA), Eurofins Food Chemistry Testing Madison, Inc. (EFCT) has expanded its advanced testing capabilities to detect and quantify BPA. Read our press release to learn more.

Keywords: Press Release Contaminants Infant Formula Supplements Botanicals Beverages Food

Navigating Major Retailer Requirements for Dietary Supplements: Building Consumer Trust Through Testing and Certification On-Demand Webinar

As major retailers implement stricter testing requirements and regulatory expectations, ensuring compliance and quality in dietary supplements is more critical than ever. Join us as we navigate the latest advancements in testing and compliance for dietary supplements, helping brands and suppliers maintain regulatory integrity and consumer trust in a rapidly changing market. Originally Aired on June 11, 2025.

Keywords: Webinar Supplements ID & Purity Contaminants

The Key Ingredient: Why a Pilot Plant Partner is Vital for Startup Food Companies

Bringing a new food or beverage product to life takes more than a good idea—it takes execution. And for early-stage brands, that executional gap between your kitchen and your consumer can feel massive. The problem isn’t passion or creativity. It’s infrastructure. Enter: The Pilot Plant.

Keywords: Blog Nutritional Product Development Food Beverage Supplements

Fueling Innovation: How Pilot Plants Accelerate CPG Product Development

You’ve launched before. You know the drill. But in today’s landscape—where trends evolve fast and pressure to innovate is nonstop—even the best R&D teams need an edge. Enter: the pilot plant. It’s your sandbox for rapid iteration, precise testing, and format exploration—without tying up commercial line time or internal resources.

Keywords: Blog Nutritional Product Development Food Beverage Supplements

Turning Ideas into Reality: How Pilot Plants Bring Ingredients to Life

You believe in your ingredient. You’ve seen the research, tested the science, and refined the story. But for buyers, belief isn’t enough—it needs to be experienced. That’s where a pilot plant makes all the difference. Read our blog to learn about the value of a pilot plant for ingredient suppliers.

Keywords: Blog Nutritional Product Development Food Beverages Ingredients Supplements

Understanding Protein Quality: How PDCAAS Shapes Nutritional Claims

How is protein quality determined and how is protein content assessed for food labeling? What is an Amino Acid Score? These questions are all answered in our blog about how PDCAAS shapes nutritional claims.

Keywords: Blog Nutritional Food Supplements Infant Formula

Migration Studies in Support of an FDA Food Contact Notification (FCN) On-Demand Webinar

There are many ways to sell and distribute authorized food packaging materials on the US market. One pathway for introducing new food contact substances to the U.S. market is by submitting a Food Contact Notification (FCN) to the FDA for premarket approval. Watch our webinar exploring the FDA’s authorization process for new food contact substances, focusing on migration testing and safety evaluation. Originally Aired on June 4, 2025

Keywords: Webinar Special Investigations Regulatory Food Beverages Dairy Infant Formula Meat Produce Supplements

Streamlining Product Development By Using Protein Functionality Testing On-Demand Webinar

Join us as we explore key test methods designed to evaluate a protein ingredient’s application potential—its functionality fingerprint. This webinar showcases how these tests can drive product innovation and includes real-world examples and case studies to demonstrate how this approach has brought insights to life. Originally Aired on May 29, 2025

Keywords: Webinar Food Ingredients Supplements Product Development

Bisphenol A and Related Compounds: Food Exposure and Safety Considerations

Explore the food safety concerns surrounding Bisphenol A (BPA) in packaging, its potential health risks, and emerging alternatives like BPAF, BP, BPF, and BPS.

Keywords: Blog Supplements Food Beverage Ingredients Contaminants

The Foundation of Quality: Risk Management for Dietary Supplements

Effective risk assessment is essential for ensuring dietary supplement safety, regulatory compliance, and brand integrity. Learn how to protect quality and consumer trust.

Keywords: Blog Supplements Ingredients Contaminants

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