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Animal Nutritionist

 
Background
Animal nutritionists design and manage feeding programmes for animals in farms, zoos, research facilities, and pet food companies. They study what different animals need to eat to stay healthy, grow properly, and produce good quality meat, milk, or eggs. They work with vets, farmers, and food scientists to create balanced diets and solve nutrition problems.
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Publications
Journal of Animal ScienceAnimal Feed Science and Technology
Books
Animal Nutrition and MetabolismFeeds and FeedingEquine Nutrition and Physiology
Key Figures
Colin WhitakerIain KyriazakisPeter UdenTilman Steinberg
Classification
SIC Code752, 0The Standard Industry Code
Dewey Reference636.5, 641.5For looking up books in your local library
Synonyms
Livestock NutritionistFeed NutritionistEquine NutritionistPet Food Nutritionist
Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026
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