Lee Johnston

Lee Johnston is a Professor in the Department of Animal Science at the University of Minnesota, with extensive contributions to swine nutrition and management research. His work focuses on energy and protein nutrition of sows, feed evaluation, and sustainable pork production systems using renewable energy.

His research interests include:

• Swine nutrition, particularly of sows and newly weaned pigs
• Feedstuff evaluation and dietary impacts on pig performance
• Reproductive management in swine
• Integration of renewable energy in pork production
• Manure and carcass management in cold climates

While no full article list is available in the source text, his research output centers on applied animal science, agricultural engineering, and sustainable livestock systems, often in collaboration with industry and extension partners.

Award highlights:

• Distinguished Alumnus, Penn State Department of Animal Science (2014)
• Pork Industry Master, National Hog Farmer (2014)
• National Pork Board Innovation Awards in Science (2008) and Outreach (2004, 2002)
• Outstanding Graduate Faculty Award (2008, 2003)

Dr. Johnston has played a significant role in graduate education and outreach, contributing to programs such as the SowBridge Program, PQAPlus, Minnesota Nutrition Conference, and training initiatives for pork producers and industry professionals. He has led hands-on workshops on ventilation and reproductive management, enhancing producer expertise nationally.

He is actively involved in international collaborations and extension efforts aimed at improving agricultural literacy, modernizing pork production training, and promoting alternative production systems.