About Us
Est. 2026
With decades of expertise in ruminant nutrition, Damien Nankervis and Grace James have joined forces to establish Leading Livestock Nutrition - where innovative strategies meet proven science to elevate livestock health and productivity.
Both driven by a passion for practical, science-based solutions, they saw an opportunity to provide livestock enterprises with clear, independent advice that truly makes a difference. From feedlot diets to staff training and performance analysis, their approach blends technical expertise with hands-on experience, helping clients achieve results they can see and measure.
Grace James
Grace is an experienced consulting nutritionist and co-founder of Leading Livestock Nutrition, recognised for her strong academic grounding and practical expertise in feedlot nutrition. She holds a Bachelor of Rural Science from UNE and a Master of Philosophy from UQ, where her research examined nutrition-based strategies to mitigate heat stress in cattle. Grace is committed to staff capability and development—particularly in bunk reading and feeding management—and works closely with clients to enhance performance while supporting robust animal health and welfare standards.
e | grace@leadinglivestock.com.au
m | 0477 425 501
Consulting Nutritionist
Damien Nankervis
Damien is an animal scientist and ruminant nutrition consultant specialising in production across grazing and intensive systems. He brings over 25 years’ experience working with clients in beef, sheep, and dairy production, as well as premix, supplement, and feed manufacturing businesses, in Australia and overseas. Damien focuses on practical, client‑driven nutrition strategies that improve animal health, welfare, and productivity. He is an Honorary Fellow and past President of the Australian Association of Ruminant Nutrition (AARN).
e | damien@leadinglivestock.com.au
m | 0429 417 737
Consulting Nutritionist