Emer Kennedy

Dr. Emer Kennedy is Dairy Enterprise Leader with Teagasc.  She obtained her PhD from UCD where she investigated early spring grazing strategies for dairy cows. Since then Emer has gained over 15 years’ experience researching calf management, growth, health and welfare of replacement dairy heifers.  She has been principal supervisor for 19 PhD and Masters students and is an adjunct senior lecturer with UCC and UCD. Her work currently focuses on colostrum management, assessing calf management and welfare on commercial farms, and post-weaning strategies to maximise growth from pasture.