Dr. Fahrul Irawan | Animal Nutrition | Best Researcher Award

Lecturer at Hasanuddin University, Indonesia.

Dr. Fahrul Irawan is a dedicated animal scientist specializing in ruminant nutrition, cattle reproduction and sustainable livestock production. He earned his doctorate from the University of New England, Australia, with research focusing on the use and management of Leucaena leucocephala in cattle systems. His professional journey encompasses several international research collaborations aimed at improving cattle productivity in tropical and subtropical regions. With expertise in forage-based feeding, plant toxicity mitigation, and reproductive health, Dr. Irawan is committed to advancing animal agriculture through evidence-based innovation.

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Educational Details

• Ph.D. in Animal Science, 2023
  The University of New England, Australia
  Thesis: Utilisation of Leucaena leucocephala foliage, toxicity risk and management in ruminant breeding production systems

• M.Sc. in Animal Science, 2013
  The University of Mataram, Indonesia
  Thesis: The effect of quality diet on prepubertal growth and development of female Bali cattle

• B.Sc. in Animal Science, 2010
  The University of Mataram, Indonesia
  Thesis: Dry matter and organic digestibility of rice straw fermented with calcium, urea, Bacillus Sp., and their combination

Professional Experience

Dr. Fahrul Irawan has extensive research experience in the field of animal science, particularly focusing on cattle nutrition, plant toxicity management, reproductive performance, and sustainable livestock systems. His research career includes collaborative projects with leading international and national organizations, such as ACIAR, CSIRO, and the University of New England. Between 2014 and 2020, he contributed to a series of important studies, including improving smallholder cattle fattening systems in Indonesia and northern Australia, investigating the reproductive physiology of Bali cattle under different systems, and examining the impact of Leucaena leucocephala toxicity in cattle production. His work bridges fundamental research with practical solutions for ruminant production systems.

Research Interest

• Ruminant nutrition and plant toxicity management

• Reproductive physiology of cattle and small ruminants

• Sustainable cattle fattening and breeding systems

• Forage-based feeding strategies using tree legumes

• Animal production in low-input farming systems

Author Metrics

• Total Publications: 3

• Peer-reviewed Journal Articles:

  1. The Role of Leucaena in Cattle Fattening and Breeding Production Systems in Eastern Indonesia, Tropical Grassland – Forages Tropicales, 2022.

  2. Antibacterial Activity of Fresh Palm Fruit (Veitchia merrillii) Against Propionibacterium acnes Bacteria, Asian Journal of Biology, 2023.

• Conference Proceedings:

  1. Age and Liveweight of First Oestrus Detection of Bali Heifers Fed Concentrate or Roughage Based Diets, ISRP/ISNH International Seminar, Canberra, 2014.

• Research Funding Sources:

  • Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR)

  • Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO)

  • University of New England (Internal Research Grant)

  • Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (PDP Kemendikbud Ristek), Indonesia

• Research Focus Areas:

  • Ruminant nutrition and plant toxicity management

  • Cattle reproductive performance

  • Sustainable livestock production systems

  • Antibacterial activities of tropical plants

• Research Collaborations:

  • Australia–Indonesia research partnerships (ACIAR projects)

  • University of New England, Australia

  • CSIRO, Australia

Top Noted Publication

1. Title: Improving the reproductive performance of cows and performance of fattening cattle in low input systems of Indonesia and northern Australia
Authors: D. Mayberry, F. Cowley, R. Cramb, D. Poppi, S. Quigley, K. McCosker, et al.
Published by: ACIAR
Year: 2016
Citations: 8

2. Title: Utilisation of Leucaena leucocephala foliage, toxicity risk and management in ruminant breeding production systems
Authors: F. Irawan, F. Cowley, R. Hegarty, M. Halliday
Institution: University of New England
Year: 2023
Citations: 2

3. Title: The role of leucaena in cattle fattening and breeding production systems in eastern Indonesia
Authors: F. Irawan, M.J. Halliday, R.S. Hegarty, F.C. Cowley
Journal: Tropical Grasslands-Forrajes Tropicales, Volume 10, Issue 3, Pages 222–236
Year: 2022
Citations: 2

4. Title: The effects and toxicological mechanisms of leucaena toxicity on ruminant reproduction: a review
Authors: F. Irawan, M.J. Halliday, R.S. Hegarty, F.C. Cowley
Journal: Toxicon
Article ID: 108367
Year: 2025
Citations: (not available yet)

5. Title: Tingkat Pemanfaatan Lamtoro Sebagai Pakan Ternak Sapi oleh Petani di Pulau Lombok
Authors: F. Irawan, H. Basri, J.A. Syamsu
Journal: Jurnal Ilmiah Peternakan Halu Oleo, Volume 6, Issue 4, Pages 298–303
Year: 2024
Citations: (not available yet)

6. Title: Antibacterial Activity of Fresh Palm Fruit (Veitichia merillii) against Propionibacterium acnes Bacteria
Authors: A.S. Andini, A. Juniawan, F. Irawan
Journal: Asian Journal of Biology, Volume 19, Issue 1, Pages 1–6
Year: 2023
Citations: (not available yet)

Conclusion

Dr. Fahrul Irawan is a highly promising and impactful researcher in the fields of animal nutrition and sustainable livestock production. His academic training, research focus on tropical ruminant systems, success in securing international collaborations, and practical relevance of his studies make him a strong candidate for the Best Researcher Award.

While his publication volume and citation count are still growing (due to the recentness of his Ph.D.), his research trajectory is impressive and well-aligned with global needs for sustainable agriculture. His work directly improves smallholder cattle production systems, an area of immense socio-economic importance.