Dr. Kim Mullenix is an Extension Specialist and Associate Professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Auburn University. Kim received her B.S. in Animal Sciences in 2008 and M.S. in Ruminant Nutrition in 2010, both from Auburn University. She received her Ph.D. in Agronomy in 2013 from the University of Florida. The focus of her Extension and research programs is the development of systems management recommendations for cattle producers through the use of improved forage management and supplementation strategies. Dr. Mullenix has developed innovative curriculum, programming, and decision tools related to forage management for use across the Southeast. She has authored or co-authored 38 manuscripts, over 125 Extension and popular press articles, delivered over 150 in-state workshops, and developed an online beef cattle short course and iBook. She serves as a board member for the American Forage and Grassland Council and is the 2023-2024 President for ASAS Southern Section.