Lallemand Animal Nutrition names Dr. Ignacio R. Ipharraguerre as Research & Development Director

Renowned animal nutrition scientist joins global leader in microbial solutions to accelerate research and innovation

TOULOUSE, FRANCE, April 23, 2026 — Lallemand Animal Nutrition announced today the appointment of Dr. Ignacio R. Ipharraguerre as director of research and development for animal solutions, effective immediately. In his new role, he will oversee the business unit’s global research and development initiatives, guiding scientific teams and driving innovation across its portfolio of products and technologies.

Dr. Ipharraguerre brings more than 25 years of combined academic and industry experience in animal nutrition science and innovation management to the role. He is the author or co-author of more than 180 publications, including 78 peer-reviewed journal articles, and holds six patents in the field of animal nutrition.

“Bringing a scientist of Dr. Ipharraguerre’s caliber to Lallemand Animal Nutrition is both a privilege and an exciting milestone as we look ahead to our next five-year strategic plan,” said Mathieu Castex, general manager and president, Lallemand Animal Nutrition. “His leadership will be instrumental in strengthening our research and development vision and accelerating the development of cutting-edge products and technologies that support our mission to deliver value-added solutions for animal welfare and performance.”

Dr. Ipharraguerre brings a distinguished record of scientific achievement and industry leadership to the role. He joins Lallemand Animal Nutrition from the University of Kiel’s Institute of Human Nutrition and Food Science in Germany, where he serves as senior scientist leading research on the effects of dietary interventions on the enterohepatic system, with a particular focus on the resulting immunometabolic implications for the host. He also holds a sustaining courtesy assistant professor position in the Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Florida.

Dr. Ipharraguerre earned a bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, in 1996, before completing his master’s degree (2001) and Ph.D. (2004) in animal sciences at the University of Illinois, United States of America where he specialized in the nutritional physiology of dairy cows.

About Lallemand Animal Nutrition

We are Lallemand Animal Nutrition—a global leader in the science of fermentation—and a primary producer of yeast and bacteria. Our passion is harnessing microorganisms to improve performance and maintain animal health, optimize forage management, and the animal microbial environment. We remain unwavering in our commitment to helping our industry partners and farmers sustainably feed a growing global population through improved animal performance—and supporting the health and well-being of aquaculture, livestock and companion animals.

We provide a very broad range of innovative microbial products, services and solutions for customers around the world. We deliver tailor-made services according to your specific needs and offer expert technical support to ensure the optimal application and efficacy of our solutions.

Leveraging the natural power of yeast and bacteria, we develop, produce and market highly technical products including probiotics, silage inoculants, and microbial derivatives. Using sound science, proven results and knowledge from experience, we apply the right strains for the right applications.

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