Stefano Schiavon

Stefano Schiavon is a Full Professor at the Department of Agronomy, Food, Natural Resources and Environment (DAFNAE) at the University of Padova, Italy. His academic field is AGR/18 (Animal Science), and he is based at the Agripolis campus in Legnaro, Padova. He maintains an active research program focused on livestock production systems with particular emphasis on dairy and pig farming.

Professor Schiavon's research spans multiple areas of animal science with particular focus on nutrient digestibility, feed alternatives, rumen fermentation, and environmental impact of livestock systems. His work integrates traditional animal science approaches with modern analytical techniques including infrared spectroscopy and machine learning algorithms to analyze milk composition, predict animal health status, and assess product quality. Recent publications demonstrate his interest in sustainable alternatives to conventional feed ingredients, particularly exploring algae and spirulina as potential replacements for soybean meal in pig diets.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward interdisciplinary research that bridges animal nutrition, environmental science, and food technology. His work frequently examines the connections between farming practices, animal health and productivity, and final product quality. Notably, he has developed expertise in using milk mid-infrared spectroscopy as a versatile tool for monitoring animal welfare, predicting health biomarkers, and authenticating dairy products.

Professor Schiavon's research program addresses critical challenges in modern livestock production, particularly focusing on sustainability, resource efficiency, and product quality. His work on greenhouse gas emissions from various livestock systems demonstrates his commitment to addressing environmental concerns in animal agriculture.