Expertise

Embracing the animal microbiome

The Wageningen University & Research 2024 Dies Natalis entitled ‘From globe to gut’ on March 8, addressed the key role microbiomes play in societal challenges. For example human and animal health, sustainable food production and environmental pollution. Our research has shown the importance of the animal microbiome in (gut) health and welfare, as well as the relationship of the microbiome and host genetics in methane production of dairy cattle.