MineralTech and Its International Symposia

Mineral nutrition plays a crucial role in the animal production chain. However, in most parts of the world, research, technology dissemination, and sharing of results in animal nutrition are still limited. Most initiatives are often confined to individual marketing strategies by companies in the animal nutrition sector.

MineralTech was created to promote and popularize the concepts and best practices of proper mineral supplementation among key stakeholders — livestock producers, technicians, companies, students, and researchers.

To achieve this, MineralTech organizes regular International Symposia, providing a platform for discussions among the world’s leading mineral nutrition experts. This ensures livestock producers have access to the latest strategies to improve productivity.

When selecting themes and speakers for its International Symposium, MineralTech prioritizes the relevance of the topic and the expertise of the presenters.

First Edition – 2018, Goiânia, GO, Brazil

Attendees: 630

Speakers from Brazil, Australia, and the United States

Topics included:

Phosphorus Complexity in the Cow Reproductive Cycle under Grazing Systems — Prof. Dr. Robert Dixon, University of Queensland, Australia

Indicators of Mineral Status in Beef Cattle — Prof. Dr. Terry Engle, Colorado State University, USA

Improving Mineral Status of Beef Calves Pre- and Post-Weaning — Prof. Dr. John Arthington, University of Florida, USA

Update on Mineral Nutrition of Dairy Cows — Prof. Dr. Bill Weiss, The Ohio State University, USA

Challenges for Proper Mineral Supplementation in Brazilian Pasture Systems — Prof. Dr. Fernando de Paula Leonel, Federal University of São João del-Rei, Brazil

Second Edition – 2023, Natal, RN, Brazil

Attendees: 600 (limited by venue capacity)

Speakers from Brazil and the United States

Topics included:

Hydroxy-Minerals in Beef Production — Dr. Jerry W. Spears, North Carolina State University, USA

Is Phosphorus in Beef Reproduction a Closed Topic? — Dr. Fernando de Paula Leonel, Federal University of São João del-Rei, Brazil

Minerals in Feedlot Diets: Strategies to Improve Performance and Carcass Quality — Dr. John Wagner, Colorado State University, USA

Strategies to Maximize Mineral Micronutrient Status in Post-Weaning Beef Calves — Dr. John Arthington, University of Florida, USA

Research Challenges for the Future of Beef Mineral Nutrition — Dr. Terry Engle, Colorado State University, USA

The Role of Minerals and Vitamins in the Immune System of Beef Cattle — Dr. Elizabeth Kegley, University of Arkansas, USA

As a result of the second edition, the book MineralTech: Advances and Challenges in Ruminant Mineral Nutrition was published.

MineralTech is committed to maintaining the scientific quality of the International Symposium. We continue working to secure new partners to financially support the project, ensuring the participation of internationally recognized speakers and the infrastructure required to host future events with excellence.

Looking ahead, we are preparing for the 3rd International MineralTech Symposium in 2026, with the aim of fostering innovative discussions that reflect the global importance of mineral nutrition in animal production. 

The 3rd MineralTech will be held on April 7th in San Antonio, Texas.

2nd Edition 2023: Natal-RN,Brazil