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Producer Interest In A Food Hub: A Look At Attributes, Adaptations And Attitude, Jennifer Michele Muzinic
Producer Interest In A Food Hub: A Look At Attributes, Adaptations And Attitude, Jennifer Michele Muzinic
MSU Graduate Theses
Demand for locally-sourced food in the United States has spurred the introduction of a number of food hubs in recent years. The objective of this study was to examine the attitudes of agricultural producers in the Missouri Ozarks towards participation in a food hub. A survey of 218 farmers was conducted to assess how likely producers were to sell into a food hub and whether those producers would be willing to alter their supply to accommodate the needs of the proposed hub. Descriptive statistics, factor analysis and regression analysis were used to uncover which variables were most likely to contribute …
L-Carnitine And Pyruvate Inclusion In Diluents For Cold-Stored Stallion Spermatozoa, Daniel Scott Potter
L-Carnitine And Pyruvate Inclusion In Diluents For Cold-Stored Stallion Spermatozoa, Daniel Scott Potter
MSU Graduate Theses
Spermatozoa survivability is of utmost importance in delivering equine semen for artificial insemination. Semen extender supplementation may allow for increased survivability. L-carnitine (CARN) has been studied for its role in the mobilization of fatty acids. Two experiments (EX1/EX2) assessed the effects of CARN and pyruvate (P) on spermatozoa survival. Total (TM) and progressive motility (PM), velocity and direction of movement (VAP, VSL, VCL, and elongation) were assessed by CASA, membrane status (SYBR 14/PI stains) and acrosome status (FITC-PSA stain) by flow cytometer. In EX1, 4 ejaculates were collected from 2 stallions. Aliquots were diluted in skim-milk glucose extender (SKMG) or …
Management And Production Practices Of The Missouri Beef Cattle Industry, Jordan Lee Kinder
Management And Production Practices Of The Missouri Beef Cattle Industry, Jordan Lee Kinder
MSU Graduate Theses
A survey of beef cattle producers in Missouri was conducted to evaluate the management and production practices of the beef cattle industry. Production and demographic data from 112 (response rate of 5.9%) were analyzed to identify areas in need of future research and education. The web-based survey was conducted through Survey Monkey© and distributed by the Missouri Cattlemen's Association to a list of their members. Responding producers were located in 65 of the 114 counties in Missouri, with 63.3% located north of Interstate 44 and 36.7% south of Interstate 44. The majority (47.3%) of producers were between ages 31 and …