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Aklilu Alemu is an Adjunct Professor at the Department of Animal and Poultry Science, University of Manitoba since 2021, and works at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Swift Current Research and Development Center. His research focuses on improving animal production efficiency while minimizing environmental impacts, particularly in beef cattle systems and forage management.
Education:
- Ph.D. in Animal Production System Analysis, University of Manitoba (2013)
- MSc in Ruminant Nutrition, University of Alberta (2008)
- BSc in Animal Production and Rangeland Management, Hawassa University (2003)
- Diploma in General Agriculture, Awassa College of Agriculture (1997)
Research Interests: Development of nutritional strategies to enhance beef cattle productivity, forage crop management, greenhouse gas mitigation in ruminants, and life cycle analysis of beef systems. He also applies systems modeling to optimize livestock production sustainability.
Awards:
- 2024 AAFC Gold Harvest Award
- 2024 AAFC Instant Award
- BCRC Beef Researcher Mentorship (2019–2020)
- International Livestock Congress Travel Fellowships
Grants & Funding: Supported by AAFC, Beef Cattle Research Council, Saskatchewan Agricultural Development Fund, and Southwest Saskatchewan Forage Cooperation Association Ltd.
His work bridges academic research with industry needs, emphasizing collaborative solutions for sustainable livestock systems.
