Assoc. Prof. Dr. Michel KERE | Climate change | Innovative Solutions for Environmental Challenges Award

Dr. Michel Kere is an Associate Professor of Zootechnics at the Institute of Rural Development, Nazi BONI University, Burkina Faso. He specializes in zootechnics, reproductive biotechnology, animal breeding, climate change studies, and the development of mechanization tools for smallholder farmers. With a focus on research and innovation, Dr. Kere has contributed significantly to the advancement of livestock sector development in Burkina Faso and beyond. He plays a vital role in implementing and coordinating research projects, training students at various academic levels, and disseminating innovations to farmers. As a leader in agricultural research, he has been involved in several international collaborations and projects focused on sustainable development and climate adaptation in agriculture. His work supports sustainable agricultural practices while addressing environmental challenges in West Africa.

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Education 

Dr. Kere holds a Ph.D. in Animal Science from the prestigious National Chung Hsing University, Taichung, Taiwan (2014). Prior to that, he earned a Master’s degree in Rural Development Science and Techniques from Université Polytechnique de Bobo-Dioulasso (now Nazi BONI University), Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso (2006). His academic journey has provided him with deep knowledge in zootechnics, animal breeding, reproductive biotechnology, and agricultural sciences, laying the foundation for his research and teaching career. Dr. Kere’s advanced education has enabled him to make impactful contributions to agricultural development in West Africa, particularly in the fields of livestock productivity, climate change adaptation, and innovative farming practices. His commitment to higher education is reflected in his role as a mentor to both undergraduate and graduate students, guiding them in their research endeavors related to sustainable agricultural practices.

Experience 

Since 2014, Dr. Kere has been an Associate Professor at the Institute of Rural Development, Nazi BONI  University, where he has significantly influenced agricultural research and education. He supervises master’s and Ph.D. students, guiding research focused on improving the livestock sector in Burkina Faso. He is responsible for identifying research priorities, designing research projects, and collaborating with international institutions. Dr. Kere also serves as the Director of Experimental Stations at Nazi BONI University, overseeing research implementation and providing hands-on training for students. His leadership extends to project management, where he has contributed as a Co-Principal Investigator (Co-PI) in several international agricultural development projects. These include projects like SustainSahel, Appropriate Scale Mechanization Consortium, and Pro-RUWA, aimed at improving agricultural sustainability and rural livelihoods. His work is rooted in the practical application of scientific knowledge to solve challenges faced by smallholder farmers in West Africa.

Awards and Honors 

Dr. Kere’s exceptional contributions to agricultural science, particularly in the areas of livestock development, climate change adaptation, and rural development, have earned him recognition and respect within the academic community. Although specific awards and honors are not mentioned, his role in leading and collaborating on high-impact projects like SustainSahel and Pro-RUWA has contributed to the advancement of sustainable agricultural practices in West Africa. His research and leadership in improving agricultural productivity, mechanization for smallholder farmers, and addressing environmental challenges have garnered significant attention. Dr. Kere’s extensive publication record in international journals underscores his recognition as an expert in zootechnics and agricultural development. His ability to coordinate and collaborate in multi-national projects, and his ongoing contributions to the education and training of future researchers and farmers, reflect his strong reputation in his field, even if formal awards are not listed.

Research Focus 

Dr. Kere’s research focuses on zootechnics, emphasizing animal breeding, reproductive biotechnology, and feed and forage management for improving livestock productivity. His work integrates climate change studies, exploring the adaptation of agricultural practices to environmental shifts, especially in West Africa. He is particularly interested in developing mechanization tools that are appropriate for smallholder farmers, thereby enhancing agricultural productivity and sustainability. Dr. Kere’s involvement in the SustainSahel and Appropriate Scale Mechanization Consortium projects reflects his commitment to synergistic farming systems that combine crops, livestock, and natural resource protection. He has also investigated enteric methane emissions in grazing livestock, contributing to environmental sustainability. By focusing on local agricultural practices, he helps design solutions that support rural livelihoods, improve food security, and reduce environmental impacts. His work is centered on innovative agricultural solutions that balance productivity and environmental sustainability, with a focus on improving conditions for smallholder farmers in Burkina Faso and surrounding regions.

Publication Top Notes

• Ascorbic acid improves the developmental competence of porcine oocytes after parthenogenetic activation and somatic cell nuclear transplantation 🌱🐖
• Disbudding pain: The benefits of disbudding goat kids with dexmedetomidine hydrochloride 🐐💉
• Production of viable cloned miniature pigs by aggregation of handmade cloned embryos at the 4-cell stage 🐖🔬
• Putative porcine embryonic stem cell lines derived from aggregated four-celled cloned embryos produced by oocyte bisection cloning 🧬🦠
• Vascular endothelial growth factor A improves quality of matured porcine oocytes and developing parthenotes 🐖❤️
• Morpho-biometric evaluation of the genetic diversity of local chicken ecotypes in four regions (Centre-East, Sahel, Centre-North and South-West) of Burkina Faso 🐔🌍
• Derivation and characterization of putative embryonic stem cells from cloned rabbit embryos 🐰🧬
• Genetic diversity and population structure of local chicken ecotypes in Burkina Faso using microsatellite markers 🐔🧬
• Ultrastructural characterization of porcine growing and in vitro matured oocytes 🐖🔬
• Assessment of Water distribution Efficiency Using Solar Powered Drip Irrigation System Convenient for West Burkina Faso Small Scale Farming 💧☀️
• Household food consumption profile of maize farmers in rural areas: Burkina Faso’s Hauts-Bassins region case 🌾🍽️
• Balanites aegyptiaca (L.) Delile leaves nutritional value for local Mossi sheep in Burkina Faso 🐏🌿
• Méthodes de conservation des fourrages: qualités nutritives et performances des ovins en embouche paysanne 🌾🐑
• Characterization of Agropastoralist Production Systems and the Potential for Improving Livestock Productivity with Improved Feeding in Western Burkina Faso 🐄🌱
• Évaluation de la force et de la vitesse de travail des bœufs de trait à l’aide d’un dynamomètre numérique en début de campagne agricole au Burkina Faso 🐂🔧
• Cattle Teats’ Milk Quality and Prevalence of Mastitis by Electronic Mastitis Detector in Burkina Faso 🐄💧
• Simulation and Optimization of Available Local Feed Resources for Dairy Cattle in Burkina Faso 🐄🍽️
• Valeurs bromatologiques des fourrages ensilés en fûts plastiques et consommation volontaire chez les chèvres Djallonké au Burkina Faso 🐐🌾
• Estimating net energy requirements of male Djallonke sheep 🐑⚡
• Laying and growth performance of local chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) ecotype Konde in Burkina Faso 🐔📈