Animal and Range Sciences Faculty |
South
Dakota State University |
| Robert C. Thaler, Ph.D. Professor, Swine Extension and Nutrition 106 Animal Science Complex |
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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