Animal and Range Sciences Faculty

South Dakota State University
Department of Animal and Range Sciences


Robert C. Thaler, Ph.D.
Professor, Swine Extension and Nutrition

106 Animal Science Complex
South Dakota State University
Box 2170
Brookings, SD  57007
Phone: (605) 688-5011 or 5849
FAX: (605) 688-6170
E-Mail: Robert.Thaler@sdstate.edu  

Education
Doctor of Philosophy, Kansas State University: 1988
Master of Science, South Dakota State University: 1984
Bachelor of Science, South Dakota State University: 1982

Research
Technical expertise in alternate feedstuffs in growing and finishing pig nutrition.

Teaching
Swine Production, Senior Seminar

Extension
Develop and carry out extension programs in swine production and management. Present research findings and extension information through group presentations, demonstrations, news releases, bulletins and journals to producer and scientific groups. Develop innovative methods of communication with clientele.

Selected Organizations/Appointments
American Society of Animal Science
Midwestern Section, American Society of Animal Science - Chair, Nonruminant Nutrition Committee; Coordinator, Nonruminant Nutrition Symposium
Council for Agricultural Science and Technology
North Central Regional Extension Swine Task Force

 


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