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Justin Waggoner serves as Professor and Beef Systems Specialist at Kansas State University's Southwest Research-Extension Center in Garden City, Kansas, supporting beef producers across all industry sectors with evidence-based nutritional and management strategies to enhance profitability.
His educational foundation includes:
- Bachelor of Science in Animal Science, Kansas State University (2000)
- Master of Science in Animal Science, Kansas State University (2001)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Ruminant Nutrition, New Mexico State University (2007)
Dr. Waggoner's research centers on optimizing cattle health and performance through precision nutrition and management practices, with particular expertise in feedlot systems. His work directly addresses economic impacts of morbidity and stress in feedlot operations, translating scientific findings into practical solutions for Kansas beef producers. As a native Kansan raised on a central Kansas farm, he maintains deep industry connections while advancing ruminant nutrition science through ongoing field research and extension outreach.
His monthly Focus on Feedlots reports provide critical industry updates, reflecting his commitment to bridging academic research with real-world cattle production challenges in Southwest Kansas.
