Bachelor of Science, 1982; University of Minnesota; Major: Animal Science

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Master of Science, 1984; University of WI – Madison; Major: Dairy Science; Thesis: Impact of Dietary Fiber Level and Physical Form on Performance of Lactating Dairy Cows; Advisor: Neal A. Jorgensen

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Doctor of Philosophy, 1987; University of WI – Madison; Major: Dairy Science; Minor: Bacteriology, Nutritional Science; Thesis: Use of Silage Additives to Improve Fermentation of High-Moisture Alfalfa Silage Stored in Bunker Silos and Utilization by Dairy Animals; Advisor: Larry D. Satter

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Nutrition Professionals, Inc; 1988 – present

Works with Herds in: WI, MN, IA, IL, SD, TX, OK, AR

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James lives in Madison, WI