Selected projects
Research projects
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Improved detection of mastitis in dairy cows
The main objective of the project is to develop improved prediction methods of mastitis in dairy cows. This will be achieved by combining state-of-the-art mathematical / statistical methods with access to large amounts of online data. -
Free Walk – an innovative way to keep dairy cows
In this European project, we study animal health and welfare, milk quality, environmental impacts etc. in farms that use compost pack bedding and “cow gardens” in their barns for dairy cows. -
Streptococcus suis : An emerging zoonotic infection with serious impact on pig and public health
The aim of this project is to investigate the presence and characteristics of the bacterium Streptococcus suis in Swedish pig herds. -
Good animal welfare: gains for animals, farmers and society
Can good animal husbandry and high levels of animal welfare be profitable, and for whom? The aim of this project is to assess costs and benefits associated with good animal welfare within beef production, both at farm and societal level.
Research groups
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Ruminant management
Our research on management of ruminants primarily covers dairy cows. Research projects often include animal welfare, animal health, the efficiency of production systems and possibilities to adjust grazing, housing and technology to the biology of the animals. -
Idisslarnutrition
We research and teach about ruminant feeding and nutrition both nationally and globally. Our research aims to develop knowledge on how different feeding strategies, feed ingredients, and feed additives affect the animals, production, and environmental impact. -
Aquaculture
Our main focus are feed protein from circular systems, not competing with our food supply, as microbes and insects. Their effects on fish production, nutrition and metabolism are in focus in addition to growth, gut function and gut microbiota.