Harley Naumann

Dr. Harley Naumann serves as Associate Teaching Professor and Extension State Forage & Grazing Specialist at the University of Missouri's College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources. With a PhD in Agronomy from Texas A&M University, his research focuses on developing resilient forage-livestock systems that optimize grazing efficiency and reduce stored forage dependence.

His work integrates perennial and annual warm/cool-season forages to extend grazing seasons, particularly investigating legumes like sunn hemp in tall fescue systems. Recent studies examine nitrogen dynamics, tannin effects on rumen fermentation, and sustainable strategies for both small and large ruminant production.

Dr. Naumann's extensive publication record demonstrates consistent focus on forage nutritive value, grazing system optimization, and climate-adaptive approaches. His research shows increasing emphasis on sustainable livestock production, greenhouse gas mitigation, and bioenergy applications in recent years.