Muhammad Iqbal

Research Interests

My research focuses on ruminant nutrition, behaviour, and welfare, with an emphasis on methane mitigation and sustainable livestock production. I explore the impact of nutritional strategies on performance, health, and the ruminal microbiome, utilizing molecular techniques, and metagenomics and statistical analysis. My work also incorporates precision and digital livestock farming, investigating how technologies like sensors and real-time data analysis can optimize feeding practices, monitor animal health, and improve farm efficiency. My goal is to develop practical, science-based solutions that enhance animal welfare, reduce environmental footprints, and promote sustainable agricultural practices through advanced, data-driven management strategies.

Current Projects

Methane-Predict 2023-2027: Development and Validation of high throughput predictors for large capacity screening of methane emitting ruminant livestock at an individual and system level (DAFM IE-NZ Joint Call 2022).

Education

• PhD: Massey University, New Zealand
• Master of Philosophy: Guangxi University, China
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM): University of Veterinary and Animal Science, Lahore, Pakistan

Professional Membership

Pakistan veterinary Medical Council

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