Bernd Lehmann

Prof. Dr. Bernd Lehmann is a Professor of Agricultural Engineering (Landtechnik) at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences and Landscape Architecture (AuL). His expertise lies in optimizing agricultural production systems, technical innovations in farming practices, and collaborations with industry partners. He holds a Dr. agr. from TU Munich and has extensive experience in research and academia since 1995.

**Education and Career**:

• 1981–1988: Studied Agricultural Sciences at TU Munich with a focus on Animal Production.
• 1988–1993: Researcher at the Bavarian State Institute for Agricultural Engineering.
• 1991: Promoted to Dr. agr.
• 1993–1995: Scientific Assistant at the University of Applied Sciences Kassel-Witzenhausen.
• Since 1995: Professor for Agricultural Engineering at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences.

**Research Focus**:
Lehmann’s work emphasizes production optimization in agricultural businesses, adoption of precision farming technologies, automated livestock systems (e.g., interval feeding for piglets, milking systems), and waste management. He collaborates with industry partners on innovations like precision farming implementation and automated livestock equipment.

**Grants and Partnerships**:
Engaged in applied research funded by industry collaborations, focusing on technological advancements in agriculture.

**Labs and Teams**:
Involved in projects such as optimizing automated interval feeding systems and precision farming tools, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices.