ASA and IGFA Masterclass in Ruminant Nutrition

The Agricultural Science Association (ASA) and Irish Grain and Feed Association (IGFA) welcome Dr. ir. Wilfried M. van Straalen, PhD, senior researcher and consultant ruminants with the Schothorst Feed Research B.V., Lelystad, The Netherlands.

Wilfried will give presentations on the morning of Wednesday the 28^th of January at UCD’s research farm, Lyon Estate. The topics he will cover include:

• Short introduction SFR and Advanced Feed Package for feed mills.
• Advances in ruminant nutrition and physiology using the E-dairy model
• Impact of nutrition on milk production and composition
• Practical rations evaluation using SFR RUMINIX (some diets from Ireland)

The afternoon will be followed by a visit to the dairy and calf facilities in Lyons and cover the dairy herd system, calf rearing and research plus nitrogen and methane mitigation work.

Introduction to Schothorst Feed Research (SFR)

SFR is an independent research company in the nutrition of farm animals (poultry, pigs and dairy cattle). Core activities are raw material evaluation by determining nutrient values, degradation and digestion coefficients.

SFR is the sparring partner for nutritionists and advisors worldwide. We stand for knowledge transfer for everyone, courses, webinars, and theme days.

Our consultants help to:

• Properly deploying and using the SFR database
• Formulation of feeds in local practical conditions
• Advising on nutritional solutions for your customers' issues

In addition, we provide educational services and training for everyone in the sector. Thanks to intensive cooperation within a broad network of companies and experts, we can anticipate current questions and wishes in the field of animal nutrition, economy, environment, product quality, welfare, animal health, reproduction, etc. in our research and advice.

Wilfried will be available to speak to individuals or companies during his stay in Dublin. To make an appointment email: Wvstraalen@schothorst.nl

Event Agenda:

9.00am	Registration and Networking	Tea/Coffee and Pastries
10.00am - 1.00pm	Dr Wilfried M. van Straalen presentations
1.00pm - 2.00pm	Lunch	Tea/Coffee, Soup and sandwiches
2.00pm - 3.30pm	Tour of Lyons Farm