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Benjamin Holman

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Senior Research Scientist
Biography

Dr Benjamin Holman shares his enthusiasm for meat quality, its nutritional enhancement, and sustainable production. He is based at the Wagga Wagga Agricultural Institute, having first joined the NSW DPI in 2014 as a part of the Centre for Red Meat and Sheep Development, Cowra.

By working closely with industry, Benjamin’s study of meat production, fabrication, and preservation has contributed tangible benefits for stakeholders throughout the meat supply chain. Benjamin has recently investigated storage and packaging solutions for the consistent and low waste supply of meat. Quantified animal nutrition and management practices for the cost-effective production of high quality meat. He has also delivered insights into the market and consumer requirements for beef and sheep meat.

Benjamin’s scientific leadership has resulted in his receipt of several prestigious national awards, honorary appointments, and invitations to speak to a variety of audiences. He actively supervises postgraduate students and welcomes collaboration within Australia and abroad.

Profiles

Featured Projects

  • Packaging solutions for extending the shelf-life of chilled lamb meat (2021-24)
  • Novel dual purpose perennial cereals for grazing – effects on meat quality (2019-22)
  • Total volatile basic nitrogen in meat products (2019-21)
  • Accelerated ageing without compromising beef quality and safety (2017-19)
  • Using a smart device-linked colorimeter to improve the objectivity of beef colour appraisal (2017-18)
  • Identifying storage thresholds in frozen and chilled red meat (2015-17)
  • Innovations in meat packaging technology: A review (2014-15)
  • Spirulina supplementation effects on lamb productivity and product quality (2011-13)

Contact

Email: benjamin.holman@dpi.nsw.gov.au

Research branch: Extensive Livestock, Production Research, Science and Research

Location: Wagga Wagga

Postal Address

Wagga Wagga Agricultural Institute
Pine Gully Road
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650