Cattle and Sheep Research and Education
The Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences, University of Melbourne has a commitment to the sustainability of livestock industries in Australia through research, as well as capacity building of veterinarians. Management and production of ruminant species is also one of our research strengths.
As well as directly benefiting farming communities, insights from our research are integrated in to the curriculum for the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree.
Contact Us
If you would like more information about our research and teaching activities, please contact:
Prof Andrew Fisher
Professor of Cattle and Sheep Production Medicine
Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences
University of Melbourne
P: +61 3 8344 7352
M: +61 (0)4 0790 5995
E: adfisher@unimelb.edu.au
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Sheep Mastitis
We are studying this disease across a wide geographic range to evaluate the bacteria responsible and investigate potential therapeutics or preventive strategies.
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Dairy Cattle Medicine and Production
We aim to undertake high quality research on topics of importance to the dairy industry, develop novel and innovative methods to address limitations on production.
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Beef and Dairy Cattle Welfare
We have a particular focus on production animal management and transport. Research interests include welfare aspects of flexible feeding systems of dairy cows.
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4D Farms - Multimedia Education
We have a particular focus on production animal management and transport. Research interests include welfare aspects of flexible feeding systems of dairy cows.
Ruminant Health Research and Education Trust
You can support Ruminant Health Research and Education
Veterinary science on the front line can only be fully effective when supported by the best research, training and clinical services available. We invite you to join with us in securing the future of ruminant health in Australia by contributing to the Ruminant Health Research and Education Trust.
The Trust funds will enable the University's researchers to quickly address emerging and topical animal health problems, providing quicker information and strategies for producers and their veterinarians in dealing with emerging problems. New disease conditions and variations of existing problems arise frequently, such as the recent problems with Theileriosis in Victorian cattle.
Students and veterinary teachers will benefit through Trust funds being used to provide increased opportunities to learn ruminant medicine, including access to innovations in teaching and veterinary equipment, such as the latest in ultrasound scanning.
Ruminant livestock such as cattle, sheep and goats will benefit from the Trust-funded activities resulting in improved animal health and welfare.
For a confidential discussion on how you can help us achieve our goals please contact:
Prof Andrew Fisher
Professor of Cattle and Sheep Production Medicine
Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences
University of Melbourne
P: +61 3 8344 7352
M: +61 (0)4 0790 5995
E: adfisher@unimelb.edu.au
Mr Peter Moran
Advancement Manager
Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences
University of Melbourne
P: +61 3 8001 2420
M: +61 (0)435 655 565
E: pgmoran@unimelb.edu.au