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John Basarab is an Associate Professor in Livestock Genetics at the University of Alberta with over 30 years of experience in beef cattle production management. He received his BSc in Agriculture, majoring in Animal Science, and a PhD in Animal Genetics from the University of Alberta. His research focuses on improving feed efficiency, developing low-cost genotyping strategies, and evaluating selection indexes for replacement heifers. He has played a significant role in creating the largest genotype-phenotype databases for beef cattle in Canada and has collaborated globally for genetic marker discovery. John has co-authored more than 300 scientific and extension articles and has received several awards, including the 2010 Canadian Animal Industries Award for Extension Public Service. He has presented at over 250 seminars across various countries and has taught courses on Animal Breeding and provided guest lectures on feed efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions.
University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB, Canada
Teaching and conducting research in Livestock Genetics.
Livestock Gentec •
Overseeing beef operations and conducting related research.
Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management