Professor Dr. Thomas Overton

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Dr. Thomas R. Overton is a Professor and the Department Chair of the Animal Science Program at Cornell University, focusing on Dairy Nutrition Management. His research aims to enhance the productive efficiency and profitability of dairy farm businesses, with a major emphasis on the well-being of dairy cattle during the transition period from late pregnancy through early lactation. His work involves developing nutritional management strategies that dairy producers can utilize to improve animal welfare and profitability. Dr. Overton is actively involved in extension programs that deliver valuable knowledge to agriservice professionals, farm owners, and employees. He also provides leadership for annual short courses in dairy nutrition management and advises both undergraduate and graduate students in related fields. A significant aspect of his research is analyzing nutritional management strategies for improving dairy herd health, milk yield, and reproductive performance.

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