Andrew N Thompson

Andrew N Thompson is an Associate Professor at Murdoch University's Centre for Animal Production and Health within the Food Futures Institute. His research focuses on applied sheep production, including reproduction, methane emissions, nutrition, and sensor technologies. He leads a team recognized for innovation in climate-resilient livestock systems.

Thompson has secured over $30.8M in grants through 50+ projects, collaborating with institutions and industry partners. His prior work includes the National Lifetimewool Project, delivering the Lifetime Ewe Management program to 5,000+ producers. He has held leadership roles in Sheep Industry CRC and Australian Wool Innovation.

His awards include Murdoch University's Excellence in Research Award (2019), Victoria's Animal Production Sciences Achievement Award (2006), and Churchill Fellowship (2004). He emphasizes industry engagement, delivering 100+ invited talks to stakeholders.

Key research areas include optimizing lamb survival through mob management, nutritional supplementation, and proximity sensor technologies. His work bridges genetics, environment, and economic outcomes in sustainable livestock systems.