Available degree projects
We offer a wide range of thesis opportunities, covering both applied and fundamental topics and focusing on many different animal species.
New doctoral thesis: Feed rations in dairy production and their climate footprint
Markos Managos will defend his thesis on November 28 at 9:15 a.m. in the Loftets auditorium, Ultuna. It will also be possible to view it via Zoom.
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Feed rations in dairy production and their climate footprint
Markos Managos has studied how feed rations based on raw materials with low climate impact can reduce greenhouse gas emissions from milk production without compromising milk yield. -
Extended lactations in multiparous dairy cows
The aim of this project was to investigate the effect of extended calving intervals on fertility, milk production, and culling in the second lactation, as well as the relationship between calving intervals, milk yield in the second lactation, and cow mortality during the first month after calving. -
FAO honours global network that includes SLU's research farms
The Global Farm Platform (GFP), a network of research farms on six continents, has received prestigious technical recognition from the UN agency FAO. The farms, three of which are at SLU, contribute to more sustainable livestock production through experiments and demonstrations.
THV report series
The reports in the THV series are based on current research and provide valuable insights into our various research areas.
Swedish Centre for Animal Welfare
SCAW is a centre at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) that focuses on animal welfare issues.
SLU Götala Beef and Lamb Research Centre
SLU’s research facility for beef and lamb production is located two kilometres outside Skara.