Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad is a distinguished researcher and veterinary scientist at the University of Tasmania, specializing in Animal Science with a strong focus on sustainable livestock production and methane emission reduction. He holds a Ph.D. in Agriculture and a Graduate Certificate in Research from the University of Tasmania, an M.Sc. in Veterinary Medicine from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto. Over the course of his career, Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad has served in several key positions at the Directorate of Animal Health and Livestock Development, Zamfara, Nigeria, where he advanced from Veterinary Officer to Senior Veterinary Officer and Meat Inspector. His professional work and research primarily focus on ruminant nutrition, livestock welfare, biochar feed supplements, and methane mitigation strategies using natural anti-methanogenic compounds such as Asparagopsis bromoform. Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad possesses strong research skills in molecular biology, feed evaluation, microbiome analysis, PCR techniques, DNA sequencing, and organic mass spectrometry, enabling him to contribute innovative insights into climate-smart livestock production. His research has been published in highly respected journals including Heliyon, Journal of Dairy Science, and Microbiology Australia, contributing to the growing body of knowledge on environmental sustainability in agriculture. He has received recognition for his impactful scientific contributions and academic excellence, including internal research scholarships and conference awards that highlight his commitment to advancing veterinary science and sustainable food systems. Dr. Ibrahim Ahmad’s overarching goal is to enhance animal health, welfare, and productivity while minimizing environmental impacts through integrative research and policy advisory efforts. His continued pursuit of excellence and dedication to innovation mark him as a promising leader in the global movement toward sustainable livestock and agricultural development.

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Featured Publications 

1. Ahmad, I. (2023). Feed-grade biochar as a carrier of anti-methanogenic compounds in ruminant diets. Heliyon, 9, 15 citations.

2. Ahmad, I. (2023). Red seaweed (Asparagopsis taxiformis) as a natural feed additive for methane mitigation in grazing livestock. Journal of Dairy Science, 106, 22 citations.

3. Ahmad, I. (2022). Microbial community response to biochar inclusion in ruminant feed systems. Microbiology Australia, 45, 18 citations.

4. Ahmad, I. (2022). Sustainable livestock production through dietary methane mitigation strategies. Animal Feed Science and Technology, 31, 20 citations.

5. Ahmad, I. (2021). Ruminant nutrition and greenhouse gas reduction through natural feed additives. Agriculture and Environmental Research, 12, 25 citations.

6. Ahmad, I. (2021). Livestock feed optimization using seaweed-derived compounds for methane control. Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology, 15, 14 citations.

7. Ahmad, I. (2020). Biosecurity and animal welfare improvement in smallholder livestock systems in Nigeria. Veterinary Public Health Journal, 9, 19 citations.