Applied Research for a More Sustainable Dairy Sector in the Tropics

Tegucigalpa, Honduras – July 1, 2025

Dr. Marielena Moncada, Associate Professor in the Dairy Cattle unit at Zamorano University, continues to lead cutting-edge research focused on sustainability, animal welfare, and production efficiency—key areas for advancing tropical livestock systems.

As part of these efforts, Dr. Moncada represented Zamorano University at the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Dairy Science Association (ADSA), recently held in Louisville, Kentucky. This prestigious scientific event is one of the most important gatherings in the global dairy science community, bringing together researchers, industry leaders, and professionals to share insights and promote innovation in dairy production.

At the conference, Dr. Moncada presented two high-impact studies with strong practical relevance for tropical dairy systems:

× Inclusion of Hermetia illucens larvae in Jersey cow diets: effects on milk yield and composition This study explores a sustainable alternative to conventional protein sources in animal feed, with the potential to reduce environmental impact and improve nutritional efficiency.

× Effects of music as a stimulus on milk production and quality in Holstein cows under tropical conditions An innovative approach to animal welfare, this research examines how sensory stimulation can positively influence milk output and quality.

These research efforts reflect Zamorano’s strong commitment to high-impact science and practical solutions for the challenges of tropical livestock farming. They also reinforce the university’s leadership in applied research and its role in advancing sustainable agriculture across Latin America.

Zamorano University, BID Lab, and Prendho Support the Regional Scaling of Startups in the Northern Triangle

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The strengthening of the organizational and operational structure of emerging agrifood businesses has taken a decisive step forward through the in-person bootcamps of the AgroHub project, an initiative led by Zamorano University and BID Lab. This acceleration program, known as Ruta AgriFoodTech, is facilitated by Prendho, the incubator of the Universidad Técnica Particular de Loja (UTPL). The event also received essential support from AGEXPORT in Guatemala and FUSADES in El Salvador as local strategic partners. The sessions took place on February 23 at AGEXPORT’s headquarters, on February 25 at FUSADES’ facilities, and concluded on February 27, 2026, at Zamorano University’s campus in Honduras, providing specialized tools to help startups achieve sustainable growth across the region.

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The Secretariat of Agriculture and Livestock of Honduras (SAG), the Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA), and Zamorano University formalized a General Cooperation Agreement aimed at strengthening innovation, productivity, and the sustainable development of Honduras’ agri-food sector.