Member Benefits
The Australian Association of Ruminant Nutrition (AARN) is the national professional association providing education, training, professional development, mentoring, networking opportunities and representation to industry bodies for ruminant nutritionists in Australia. Members are bound by the AARN Member Code of Conduct to maintain high standards and ethical behaviour.
Member Discounts
Discounted registration for Members to attend Conferences and webinars.
Online Access
Access conference recordings and presentations, plus an extensive further learning resource library.
Mentor Program
Join the Program as a Mentor or Mentee, to share and learn from past experience.
Membership by Examination
Increase your knowledge and gain recognition from your peers by completing the self guided Further Learning Program.
Career
Advertise a role, or let members know you are looking for a role in ruminant nutrition.
Have Your Say
Full Members are eligible to Vote at the AGM and shape the future of the AARN by sitting on the Committee.
Full Membership
$300
- Access to past conference recordings
- Learning Resources
- Advertise or seek job opportunities
- Mentor Program
- Member discounts for conferences & webinars
- Voting rights at the Annual General Meeting
- Eligibility to become a Member by Examination through the Further Learning Program
- Join the Executive Committee
Associate Membership
$300
- Access to past conference recordings
- Learning Resources
- Advertise or seek job opportunities
- Mentor Program
- Member discounts for conferences & webinars
Online Library Subscription
$200
- Access to past conference recordings
- Learning Resources
- Advertise or seek job opportunities
Online Library Subscription Student
$50
- Access to past conference recordings
- Learning Resources
- Advertise or seek job opportunities
CLASSES OF MEMBERSHIP AND ELIGIBILITY
Full Membership
Limited to individuals who can demonstrate through qualification and/or experience, competency in the field of ruminant nutrition, specifically by either:
- Holding a tertiary qualification in agricultural science or equivalent and has a minimum two years experience in the ruminant nutrition sector subsequent to gaining such qualification,
or
- Having achieved professional status and a position of professional responsibility through the combination of post-secondary education and a minimum of five years of practical experience in ruminant nutrition.
Full Membership applications require uploads of a signed nomination form by 2 current Members and a recent CV.
Associate Membership
Available to any individual with an interest in the areas of ruminant nutrition who is not eligible for Full Membership.
Online Library Subscription
Available to any individual in Australia or overseas.
Student rate is available to those who can demonstrate enrolment in a relevant full-time tertiary course.
Apply Today
We will get back to you as soon as your application has been reviewed by the Committee.