Milun D. Petrović

Milun D. Petrović is an Associate Professor at the Faculty of Agronomy in Čačak, University of Kragujevac, Serbia. With over 25 years of academic service, he specializes in animal husbandry, particularly focusing on cattle breeding, dairy production, and meat quality analysis. His research has significantly contributed to understanding Simmental cattle physiology, metabolic status in dairy cows, and quality parameters in poultry and meat production.

Education:

• Master of Biotechnical Sciences (2000) - Faculty of Agriculture in Belgrade
• Doctor of Biotechnical Sciences (2008) - Faculty of Agriculture in Belgrade

Dr. Petrović's research primarily focuses on animal science with specialization in dairy cow physiology, cattle breeding, and meat quality analysis. His work explores the metabolic status of dairy cows during critical periods like transition to lactation, hormonal regulation in periparturient cows, and the impact of various factors on milk production in Simmental cattle. He has also conducted significant research on poultry production systems, examining egg quality parameters across different rearing systems and hen ages, as well as broiler meat quality characteristics.

Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on blood biochemistry in dairy cattle, particularly examining calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium levels across different productive stages. His work also demonstrates expertise in carcass evaluation of Simmental bulls according to EU standards, and the effects of age, feeding systems, and environmental factors on meat quality parameters. A notable trend in his research is the integration of physiological measurements with practical farming outcomes to improve livestock production efficiency.

Scientific Contributions:

• Author of 131 scientific papers and communications
• Author of 1 monograph, 1 practicum, and 4 manuals
• Participant in 8 domestic and 2 foreign research projects

Dr. Petrović has been actively involved in research projects related to livestock production systems in Serbia. His work has contributed to understanding the metabolic status of transitional dairy cows, evaluation of meat quality parameters, and assessment of factors affecting milk production in Simmental cattle. He has also contributed to the development of educational materials in his field, including practical guides and manuals for students.

His research group focuses on livestock physiology and production, with particular attention to dairy cattle metabolism during critical production periods. The team conducts regular analyses of blood parameters, milk composition, and carcass quality to establish correlations between physiological status and production outcomes.