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AC Dunkin Memorial Lecture

The AC Dunkin Memorial Lecture, in memory of the late Anthony (Tony) Dunkin and what he strived for, traditionally opens the APSA conference. The Lecture is delivered to inspire, encourage thought, and to give members of the pig science community the opportunity to think about their contribution to pork production and the overall contribution of pork production to the global community.

Tony Dunkin arrived in Australia from Britain via New Zealand in late 1968, to design and run the ‘state of the art’ Mt Derrimut Pig Research and Training Centre in Victoria. He was an integral member of the small group of scientists who pioneered the concept of using research to benefit the Australian pork industry. Tony was responsible for fostering many young scientists, who today are recognised as legends in their own right by the international pig science network.

Jones IR and Griggs KM (1993) A review – how does science contribute to the pig industry – a producer’s perspective. Manipulating Pig Production IV, p 1-9.

Campbell RG (1995) Future directions and research needs of the Australian pig industry. Manipulating Pig Production V, p 1-6.

Reeds PJ, Burrin DG, Davis TA, Stoll B, Wykes LJ, Wray-Cohen D, Jahoor F, Dudley MA, Florotto ML and Gannon NJ (1997) Growth, development and nutrient metabolism in piglets and infants. Manipulating Pig Production VI, p 1-32.

Close WH (1999) Pig research and development: What needs to be done? Who should pay and who should do the work? Manipulating Pig Production VII, p 1-12.

Lindsay D (2001) Productive research environments in the rural industries – can we do better? Manipulating Pig Production VIII, p 1-8.

Kanis E and de Greef KH (2003) A review – concerns about pork production in Western Europe – efforts to get the lights on green. Manipulating Pig Production IX, p 1-18.

Dunshea FR (2005) Coping strategies for the modern scientist. Manipulating Pig Production X, p 1-9.

Williams IH (2007) The history of APSA, its achievements and contribution to science and its possible future directions. Manipulating Pig Production XI, p 1-9.

Pattison P, Luxford BG and van Barneveld RJ (2009) Pig production in Australia in 2025: New Directions and Challenges. Manipulating Pig Production XII, p 1-12.

Keniry JS (2011) Was the Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) for an Internationally Competitive Australian Pork Industry Worth the Investment. Manipulating Pig Production XIII, p 3-8.

Hemsworth PH (2013) The role of science in improving animal welfare. Manipulating Pig Production XIV, p 3-16.

Bee G, Chevillon P and Bonneau M (2015) Entire male pig production in Europe. Manipulating Pig Production XV, Animal Production Science 55, 1347-1359.

King RH (2017) Seasonal infertility in pigs: what have we achieved and where are we up to? Manipulating Pig Production XVI, Animal Production Science 57, 2325-2330.

Boyd RD, Zier-Rush CE, Moeser AJ, Culbertson M, Stewart KR, Rosero DS and Patience JF (2019) Review: innovation through research in the North American pork industry. Manipulating Pig Production XVI, Animal 13, 2951-2966.

2021 (no paper) Dr Mark Stafford Smith, CSIRO Honorary Fellow – Pork’s role in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

2023 (no paper) Professor Frédéric Leroy, Vrije Universiteit Brussel – Animal source foods in the human diet: recalibrating the conversation.