Markus Rodehutscord

Prof. Dr. Markus Rodehutscord is the Head of the Department of Animal Nutrition at the University of Hohenheim, located in Stuttgart. He leads research focused on optimizing animal nutrition through studies on feed formulation, mineral utilization, and microbiome interactions. His work emphasizes sustainable practices in poultry, ruminant, and swine production systems.

Key research interests include phytase enzyme applications, phosphorus metabolism, and methane mitigation strategies. He collaborates on projects analyzing gut microbiota dynamics, feed additive efficacy, and genotype-nutrition interactions in high-yielding livestock strains. His team also develops computational models for feed evaluation and evaluates alternative feed resources to enhance nutritional efficiency.

Rodehutscord’s research integrates molecular biology techniques (e.g., transcriptomics, metabolomics) with traditional nutritional studies, aiming to bridge gaps between basic science and agricultural applications. He oversees the Institute of Animal Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary approaches to address global challenges in animal production.