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Dr. Andrew Greer serves as a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department in the Department of Agricultural Sciences at Lincoln University, New Zealand. With over two decades of academic service at the institution, he has progressed from Teaching Fellow (2001-2006) to Lecturer (2008-2012) and currently holds his senior position since 2019. His academic credentials include a PhD and BAgrSc(Hons), both from Lincoln University.
Greer's research program focuses on improving livestock production through investigations in parasitology, epidemiology, nutrition, immunology, and metabolism. His primary expertise lies in sheep parasitology, though he also works extensively with cattle health and production systems. He employs cutting-edge research techniques to develop practical solutions for real-world agricultural challenges, emphasizing the functional application of scientific findings. His work aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), and 15 (Life on Land).
Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on precision livestock farming technologies, particularly using accelerometers and other sensors to detect sickness behavior in grazing animals. His research increasingly integrates parasite control strategies with nutritional approaches, exploring how dietary diversity affects animal health, welfare, and production. Recent work shows growing interest in targeted selective treatment methods to combat anthelmintic resistance while maintaining productivity.
- Co-Editor In Chief for Veterinary Parasitology
- Associate Editor for Animal Production Science
- Editorial board member for Parasite Immunology
- Past-President of the New Zealand Society of Animal Production
- Director for DEEResearch NZ
- Technical advisory group member for Wormwise NZ
Greer has supervised numerous postgraduate research projects focused on livestock health and production, with completed theses covering topics such as behavioral traits for disease identification, targeted supplementation for parasite control, and dietary phytochemical diversity. His teaching portfolio includes advanced courses in animal science, livestock production, and agroecology. He maintains collaborative links with researchers across New Zealand institutions and European partners, reflecting his international research engagement.