Animal Production Systems Group
Research of the Animal Production Systems Group focuses on unravelling the complexity of livestock systems, and exploring trade-offs and synergies of innovations regarding environmental impact, animal welfare, and economic viability, to design a more sustainable future
Chair holder
News
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The role of pasture-based ruminants in circular food systems – The case of Ireland
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Positive Animal Welfare Team use Research Award for fruitful retreat
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Cum laude PhD degree awarded to Jacinta Bus
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Polder rice in the Netherlands: will it succeed this year?
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Positive Animal Welfare Team nominated for Research Award
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Can grazing cows tackle climate change?
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Hardly any difference between animal and human welfare
Education
In our specialisation students learn to describe, analyse and explore the role of livestock in sustainable food systems.
Research themes
Latest publications
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Renovation of grasslands with grass and white clover – Effects on yield and carbon sequestration
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A critical note on meal criteria in pigs : Which behaviours do they perform during feeder visit intervals?
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Incorporating leys in arable systems as a mitigation strategy to reduce soil organic carbon losses during land-use change
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Environmental assessment of diets : overview and guidance on indicator choice
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Nutrient imbalances of smallholder dairy farming systems in Indonesia : The relevance of manure management