Robert (Bob) L. Larson, DVM, PhD, DACT, DACVPM (Epidemiology), DACAN Professor, Production Medicine Phone: 785-532-5700 E-mail: rlarson@vet.k-state.edu

Professional Training:

• Bachelor of Science: Kansas State University
• DVM: Kansas State University
• PhD: Kansas State University

Teaching:

• Reproduction (Theriogenology) (3rd year)
• Advanced Beef Production Medicine (4th year)
• Advanced Cow-Calf Production Management (4th year)
• Advanced Feedlot Production Management (4th year)

Research:

• Dr. Larson’s research focuses on investigating ways to improve beef cattle health, production, and reproduction

Clinical:

Dr. Larson’s primary area of interest is the integration of animal health, production efficiency, and economic considerations in beef cattle production.

Selected Publications:

• B.J. White, J.D. Anderson, R.L. Larson, KC Olson, D.U. Thomson. Review of the cow-calf operation retained ownership decision. Prof Anim Sci 23:18-28, 2007.
• A.G. Chymis, H.S. James, S.P. Konduru, V.L. Pierce, R.L. Larson. Asymmetric information in cattle auctions: the problem of revaccinations. Ag Econ 36:79-88, 2007.
• S.E. Wikse, G.M. Rogers, S. Ramachandran, T.J. Engelken, W.B. Epperson, R.L. Larson, J.P. Maas, E. Richey, C. Bolin. Herd prevalence and risk factors of Leptospira infection in beef cow/calf operations in the United States: Leptospira borgpetersenii serovar Hardjo. Bov Pract 41 (1):15-22, 2007.
• R.L. Larson. Heifer development – Reproduction and nutrition. In: Olson KC, ed. Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice Bovine Nutrition. Vol 23(1), Philadelphia, PA: W.B. Saunders Company; 2007: 53-68.
• R.L. Larson and R.F. Randle. Heifer development: Nutrition, health, and reproduction. In: Current Therapy in Large Animal Theriogenology, volume 2. R.S. Younquist (Ed.) Saunders Elsevier, St. Louis. 2007:457-462.