Jerry Shurson

Jerry Shurson is a Professor in the Department of Animal Science at the University of Minnesota, affiliated with the College of Veterinary Medicine. His work bridges academic research, teaching, and industry outreach, focusing on swine nutrition, feed safety, and sustainable animal production systems.

• Ph.D., Michigan State University, 1986
• M.S., Michigan State University, 1983
• B.S., University of Minnesota, 1981

His research spans a broad range of topics in swine nutrition and feed systems, including biosecurity of feed supply chains, mitigation of African Swine Fever virus in feeds, nutritional value of DDGS and other co-products, phosphorus and fiber utilization, organic trace minerals, and manure and odor management. He is deeply engaged in systems biology approaches to improve animal health and sustainability.

The publications and outreach materials reflect a strong emphasis on applied research with direct industry relevance, particularly in feed safety, alternative feed ingredients, and environmental impact reduction. His work integrates nutrition, microbiology, and environmental science to develop practical solutions for modern swine production.

Honors and Awards:

• Team Achievement Award, Animal Systems Biology Team, Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, 2017
• AFIA Nonruminant Nutrition Research Award, 2014
• Award of Excellence - U.S. Ethanol Industry, 2012
• Outstanding Teacher Award, 1999
• Outstanding Extension Specialist Award, 1995

Dr. Shurson has led significant outreach and extension efforts, particularly in DDGS market development, feed safety, and biosecurity. He has secured research funding and collaborative grants related to biofuels co-products, African Swine Fever mitigation, and life cycle assessment of feed ingredients. His advisory role likely includes graduate students and research staff, though no specific names are listed. He is actively involved in the Integrated Animal Systems Biology initiative and industry partnerships.

Dr. Shurson leads and collaborates with the Animal Systems Biology Team and is central to the University of Minnesota’s efforts in biofuels co-products research and swine extension programming. His lab and team focus on translational research that connects laboratory findings with on-farm applications, particularly in feed formulation, pathogen mitigation, and environmental sustainability.