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Effects Of Vascular Infusion With A Solution Of Sugars, Sodium Chloride, And Phosphates Plus Vitamins C, E, Or C+E On Display Color (2001), E.J. Yancey, Melvin C. Hunt, P.B. Addis, E. Katsanidis, Michael E. Dikeman Jan 2001

Effects Of Vascular Infusion With A Solution Of Sugars, Sodium Chloride, And Phosphates Plus Vitamins C, E, Or C+E On Display Color (2001), E.J. Yancey, Melvin C. Hunt, P.B. Addis, E. Katsanidis, Michael E. Dikeman

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Three groups of 12 (n=36) grain-finished, crossbred Charolais steers were humanely slaughtered, and nine in each group were infused via the carotid artery with an aqueous solution of sugars, sodium chloride, and phosphates plus either vitamin C, E, or C plus E. Three in each group served as noninfused controls. Vascular infusion improved redness of longissimus thoracis (ribeye) muscles at 24 hours postmortem, but had little effect on display color stability for steaks. Vascular infusion with the solutions containing vitamin E improved color panel visual evaluations of ground beef at 4 days simulated retail display.

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Motivation Factors For Beef Processor-Producer Linkages (2001), J.D. Lawrence, M.L. Hayenga, Ted C. Schroeder Jan 2001

Motivation Factors For Beef Processor-Producer Linkages (2001), J.D. Lawrence, M.L. Hayenga, Ted C. Schroeder

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A survey was conducted of the 15 largest beef processors to identify the mix of procurement practices being used and to understand reasons motivating recent processorproducer linkages. Processors are shifting away from cash-market live, fed-cattle trade, which represents only 36% of cattle procured by survey respondents in 1999. Processorowned cattle feeding represents only approximately 5%, where it has been for more than a decade. Various other forms of pricing such as carcass weight, grid, and formula represented the largest portion of purchases at 49%. Processors indicated the two most important reasons they get involved in contracts and marketing agreements with …

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Evaluation Of Southwestern Kansas Native Grasses (2001), T.T. Marston, D.O. Yauk Jan 2001

Evaluation Of Southwestern Kansas Native Grasses (2001), T.T. Marston, D.O. Yauk

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Native grass samples were collected monthly for five years and analyzed for nutrient content. Crude protein and ADF content indicate that grass quality is highest in May and June, then steadily declines until October. Stocker operators may need to begin protein supplementation as early as July to sustain weight gains. Trace mineral values were erratic from year to year and month to month between and within years, indicating that trace mineral supplementation should probably be maintained throughout the grazing season.

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Timed-Insemination Of Beef Heifers Using Cosynch With Or Without Mga (2001), T.A. Wickersham, R.C. Cochran, David M. Grieger Jan 2001

Timed-Insemination Of Beef Heifers Using Cosynch With Or Without Mga (2001), T.A. Wickersham, R.C. Cochran, David M. Grieger

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Our purpose was to determine if feeding melengesterol acetate (MGA) for 1 week in combination with gonadotropin-releasing hormone (GnRH) and prostaglandin-F2" (PGF) would better synchronize heifers for timed artificial insemination. Sixty-nine yearling beef heifers received an injection of GnRH 7 days before receiving an injection of PGF. Half of the heifers were fed MGA between the GnRH and PGF injections (Cosynch+MGA), whereas the remaining heifers were not (Cosynch). All heifers were given a second GnRH injection 2 days after PGF and inseminated at that time. Pregnancy rate for the Cosynch group (43%) was greater (P<0.05) than that for the Cosynch+MGA group (15%). This experiment suggests that short-term feeding (7 days) of MGA in concert with a Cosynch protocol was detrimental to fertility in beef heifers.

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Factors Affecting Beef Demand (2001), J. Mintert, Ted C. Schroeder, T. Marsh Jan 2001

Factors Affecting Beef Demand (2001), J. Mintert, Ted C. Schroeder, T. Marsh

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We investigated factors that have affected beef demand over the last two decades. Beef demand is typically modeled as a function of beef prices, competing meat prices, prices of all other goods, and consumer expenditures. Our comprehensive model also investigated the impact on beef demand of food safety issues, health concerns, and changes in consumer lifestyle and demographics. Results from this analysis help explain changes in beef demand that occurred during the 1980s and 1990s. First, consumer concerns about food safety, as measured by increases in beef recalls, had a negative impact on beef demand over the last two decades. …

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Resynchronization Of Estrus With Progesterone And Estrogen In Previously Inseminated Beef Cows (2001), M.A. Medina-Britos, A.M. Richardson, G.C. Lamb, B.A. Hensley, T.J. Marple, Jeffrey S. Stevenson, Sandra K. Johnson Jan 2001

Resynchronization Of Estrus With Progesterone And Estrogen In Previously Inseminated Beef Cows (2001), M.A. Medina-Britos, A.M. Richardson, G.C. Lamb, B.A. Hensley, T.J. Marple, Jeffrey S. Stevenson, Sandra K. Johnson

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A study was conducted in 609 beef cows to determine whether or not estrus might be resynchronized in previously inseminated beef cows to accommodate a second artificial insemination (AI) early in the breeding season. Previously inseminated cows were treated for 7 days with progesterone (via a previously used intravaginal progesterone-releasing insert [CIDR]) beginning 13 days after AI. In addition, injections of estrogen (estradiol benzoate [EB] or estradiol cypionate [ECP]) were given at insertion and removal of the CIDR insert. Rates of return to estrus and total pregnancy rates were increased after treatments with progesterone and estrogen compared with controls. No …

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Ovulation Synchronization With Progestins Prior To A Cosynch Protocol In Beef Cows (2001), M.A. Medina-Britos, A.M. Richardson, G.C. Lamb, B.A. Hensley, T.J. Marple, Jeffrey S. Stevenson, Sandra K. Johnson Jan 2001

Ovulation Synchronization With Progestins Prior To A Cosynch Protocol In Beef Cows (2001), M.A. Medina-Britos, A.M. Richardson, G.C. Lamb, B.A. Hensley, T.J. Marple, Jeffrey S. Stevenson, Sandra K. Johnson

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A multi-location study was conducted using suckled beef cows in Minnesota and Kansas to test the benefit of adding a source of progestin to the Cosynch ovulation synchronization protocol (injections of GnRH, 7 days before and 48 hr after an injection of PGF2", with a fixed-time artificial insemination (AI) administered at the same time as the second GnRH injection). Feeding melengestrol acetate (MGA) for 14 days followed in 12 days by the Cosynch protocol was compared to the Cosynch protocol with the addition of a progesterone-impregnated insert (CIDR) placed in the vagina for 7 days concurrent with the first GnRH …

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Influence Of Low-Level Fall Supplementation With A Self-Fed, High-Protein Supplement And Level Of Winter Supplementation On Performance Of Beef Cows Grazing Tallgrass-Prairie Range (2001), T.A. Wickersham, R.C. Cochran, D.V. Dhuyvetter, C.G. Farmer, David M. Grieger Jan 2001

Influence Of Low-Level Fall Supplementation With A Self-Fed, High-Protein Supplement And Level Of Winter Supplementation On Performance Of Beef Cows Grazing Tallgrass-Prairie Range (2001), T.A. Wickersham, R.C. Cochran, D.V. Dhuyvetter, C.G. Farmer, David M. Grieger

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An experiment was conducted to determine the effect of providing a small amount of a high-protein supplement during the fall and effects of increasing subsequent level of winter supplementation on cow-calf performance. One hundred-sixty spring-calving Hereford x Angus cows grazing tallgrassprairie range were used. During the fall, cows either had access to a self-fed, highprotein supplement (30% CP) or were not supplemented. During the winter, range cubes (20% CP) were fed at a daily equivalent of 1, 2, 3, or 4 lb/head and all cows had access to the same self-fed supplement used during the fall period. Cumulative performance (as …

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Performance Of Beef Heifers Limit-Fed Growing Diets Containing Alfalfa Hay And Wet Corn Gluten Feed (2001), Sean P. Montgomery, J.J. Sindt, T.B. Farran, N.J. Pike, C.M. Coetzer, H.J. Labrune, A.M. Trater, R.D. Hunter, R.A. Stock, James S. Drouillard Jan 2001

Performance Of Beef Heifers Limit-Fed Growing Diets Containing Alfalfa Hay And Wet Corn Gluten Feed (2001), Sean P. Montgomery, J.J. Sindt, T.B. Farran, N.J. Pike, C.M. Coetzer, H.J. Labrune, A.M. Trater, R.D. Hunter, R.A. Stock, James S. Drouillard

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Three hundred thirty-nine crossbred beef heifers were used in a 99-day growing study to identify optimum combinations of alfalfa hay and wet corn gluten feed (WCGF) in limit-fed growing diets. Diets contained 10, 20, or 30% ground alfalfa hay, and 0, 40, or 68% Sweet Bran® WCGF (dry basis) in a 3 x 3 factorial arrangement of treatments. An interaction occurred (P<0.05) between level of alfalfa hay and level of WCGF for both average daily gain and feed efficiency. Increasing the levels of alfalfa hay or WCGF reduced cattle performance, with the exception of the 30% alfalfa hay and 40% WCGF diet, which supported average daily gains similar (P>0.10) to diets containing 20 or 30% alfalfa hay and no WCGF. Feed efficiencies for the 30% alfalfa hay and 40% WCGF diet were better (P<0.05) than the diet containing 30% alfalfa hay and no WCGF. Dry matter intake as measured two hours after feeding increased linearly (P<0.01) with increasing levels of alfalfa hay, and decreased linearly (P<0.01) with increasing levels of WCGF. This study suggests that including WCGF at 40% of the diet (dry basis) can effectively replace steam-flaked corn in limit-fed diets containing 20 or 30% alfalfa hay.

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Response Of Holstein Steers Fed A Soybean Hull-Based Diet To Amino Acid Supplementation When The Methionine Requirement Was Met (2001), B.D. Lambert, C.A. Löest, Evan C. Titgemeyer Jan 2001

Response Of Holstein Steers Fed A Soybean Hull-Based Diet To Amino Acid Supplementation When The Methionine Requirement Was Met (2001), B.D. Lambert, C.A. Löest, Evan C. Titgemeyer

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A study was conducted to determine the response to amino acid supplementation when the first limiting amino acid (methionine) was provided in excess. Three ruminally cannulated Holstein steer calves (281 lb) were fed 4.8 lb of a soybean hullbased diet (87% soyhulls and 8% wheat straw) daily. Methionine is the first limiting amino acid on diets of this type, and all steers were abomasally infused with 10 g/day of methionine to ensure that this requirement was met. Treatments consisted of increasing amounts (100, 250, or 400 g/day) of an amino acid mixture supplied abomasally. Calves received decreasing amounts of supplemental …

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Branched-Chain Amino Acids For Growing Cattle Limit-Fed Diets Based On Soybean Hulls (2001), C.A. Löest, B.D. Lambert, A.M. Trater, Evan C. Titgemeyer Jan 2001

Branched-Chain Amino Acids For Growing Cattle Limit-Fed Diets Based On Soybean Hulls (2001), C.A. Löest, B.D. Lambert, A.M. Trater, Evan C. Titgemeyer

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This study evaluated the effects of branched-chain amino acids on nitrogen retention and plasma branched-chain amino acid concentrations. Five ruminally cannulated Holstein steers (387 lb) were used in a 5 x 5 Latin square. Steers were limit-fed soybean hull-based diets twice daily (7.5 lb/day, as fed basis). Energy in the form of acetate (400 grams/day) was continuously infused into the rumen. Treatments were continuous abomasal infusions of 1) 115 grams/day of a mixture of 10 amino acids, 2) 10 amino acid mix with leucine removed, 3) 10 amino acid mix with isoleucine removed, 4) 10 amino acid mix with valine …

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Addition Of Urea To Finishing Cattle Diets Containing Steam-Flaked Corn And Wet Corn Gluten Feed (2001), Sean P. Montgomery, J.J. Sindt, T.B. Farran, N.J. Pike, C.M. Coetzer, H.J. Labrune, A.M. Trater, R.D. Hunter, R.A. Stock, James S. Drouillard Jan 2001

Addition Of Urea To Finishing Cattle Diets Containing Steam-Flaked Corn And Wet Corn Gluten Feed (2001), Sean P. Montgomery, J.J. Sindt, T.B. Farran, N.J. Pike, C.M. Coetzer, H.J. Labrune, A.M. Trater, R.D. Hunter, R.A. Stock, James S. Drouillard

Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports

Three hundred thirty-nine crossbred beef heifers were used in a 74-day finishing study to evaluate effects of adding 0.5% urea to finishing diets containing steam-flaked corn and 34% (dry basis) Sweet Bran® wet corn gluten feed (WCGF). Diets were fed once daily ad libitum. Urea addition tended (P<0.06) to increase finishing average daily gain, to improve (P<0.12) feed efficiency, and to increase (P<0.06) fat thickness. Heifers fed urea had a lower percentage (P<0.03) of carcasses grading USDA Choice. This study suggests that finishing diets containing a combination of steam-flaked corn and WCGF may benefit from addition of urea as a source of supplemental ruminally available nitrogen.

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Influence Of Freestall Building Orientation On Comfort Of Lactating Dairy Cattle During Summer Heat Stress (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, Michael J. Brouk Jan 2001

Influence Of Freestall Building Orientation On Comfort Of Lactating Dairy Cattle During Summer Heat Stress (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, Michael J. Brouk

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A trial was conducted during the summer of 2000 to evaluate the effect of freestall building orientation"”east-west vs. northsouth"” on respiration rates of lactating dairy cows, temperature-humidity index (THI) in the barns, barn temperature, and barn humidity. Differences between ambient and barn temperature and THI were higher in east-west vs. north-south orientated barns. Respiration rates were higher in north-south than in east-west orientated structures. The magnitude of differences between barn and ambient temperatures and THI did not fully explain differences in respiration rates between north-south and east-west orientated barns. Other factors such as solar radiation, airflow, and animal stress may …

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Impact Of Dairy Manure Addition On Soil Nutrients In Northeast And South Central Kansas (2001), T. Strahm, Joseph P. Harner, James P. Murphy, G. Mccormack Jan 2001

Impact Of Dairy Manure Addition On Soil Nutrients In Northeast And South Central Kansas (2001), T. Strahm, Joseph P. Harner, James P. Murphy, G. Mccormack

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Sixty four percent of the fields (14 of 22) in northeast and south central Kansas would be able to apply dairy manure on a nitrogen basis if the current swine manure application regulations were adopted. Due to high phosphorus levels in some fields, two of the 11 fields in northeast Kansas could not have any manure applied to them. Two other fields in northeast and four fields in south central Kansas would have to limit manure application rates to annual phosphorus required by the crops. Our results indicate minimal accumulation of nitrogen and potassium in the soil profile.; Dairy Day, …

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Extralabel Mastitis Therapy: What Does It Mean? (2001), J.R. Roberson Jan 2001

Extralabel Mastitis Therapy: What Does It Mean? (2001), J.R. Roberson

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Extra-label drug use (ELDU) is needed to provide optimal therapy for ill dairy cattle. Proper ELDU requires cooperation and compliance between the veterinarian and producer to ensure that proper drug withdrawal times are observed.; Dairy Day, 2001, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, 2001;

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Impact Of Milk Production And Important Management Factors On The Process Of Dry-Off In Lactating Dairy Cows (2001), R.T. Dingwell, K.E. Leslie, J.M. Sargeant, Y.H. Schukken Jan 2001

Impact Of Milk Production And Important Management Factors On The Process Of Dry-Off In Lactating Dairy Cows (2001), R.T. Dingwell, K.E. Leslie, J.M. Sargeant, Y.H. Schukken

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A study of 250 cows located in Canada and the United States revealed the rate of new mammary infections was 9.9% during the dry period. Average milk production on the day prior to dry-off was 13.2 ± 7.2 kg. The odds of a cow developing a new infection was three times greater if the cow was producing more than 5 kg of milk. After 6 weeks of the dry period, 25% of the teats still remained open. This research will serve as the foundation to investigate and implement management strategies prior to dry-off that might improve the overall udder health …

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Fertility After Synchronization Of Estrus In Dairy Heifers Using Gnrh, Pgf2Α, And Progesterone (Cidr) (2001), A.M. Richardson, B.A. Hensley, Jeffrey S. Stevenson Jan 2001

Fertility After Synchronization Of Estrus In Dairy Heifers Using Gnrh, Pgf2Α, And Progesterone (Cidr) (2001), A.M. Richardson, B.A. Hensley, Jeffrey S. Stevenson

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Our objective was to determine fertility of heifers after synchronization of estrus using PGF2", preceded by progesterone, GnRH, or both. Dairy heifers (n = 246) were assigned randomly to three treatments: 1) 50 :g of GnRH given 6 d before 25 mg of PGF2 (d "“1) plus a used intravaginal progesteronereleasing insert (CIDR-B; d "“7 to 0; CIDR+GnRH); 2) same as CIDR+GnRH without the GnRH (CIDR); and 3) same as CIDR+GnRH without the used CIDR (GnRH). All heifers were fitted with Heat- Watch® patches and characteristics of estrus examined before AI included duration of estrus, number of standing events, and …

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Management Of Natural Service Bulls On Large Dairies (2001), P.J. Chenoweth, John F. Smith Jan 2001

Management Of Natural Service Bulls On Large Dairies (2001), P.J. Chenoweth, John F. Smith

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Natural service (NS) bulls are widely used on large dairy farms despite the wellproven genetic progress achievable through AI. Producers may choose to use NS bulls for a variety of reasons that are discussed below. In this presentation, problems encountered with the use of NS bulls on a large dairy in Kansas are described in relation to reduced reproductive performance on that dairy. Lameness in bulls was considered to be a major contributing factor to reduced herd reproductive performance, with seminal vesiculitis also possibly playing a role. Possible contributing factors for the occurrence of these problems in the bull population …

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Evaluation Of Heat Stress In 4- And 6-Row Freestall Buildings Located In Northwest Iowa (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, Michael J. Brouk Jan 2001

Evaluation Of Heat Stress In 4- And 6-Row Freestall Buildings Located In Northwest Iowa (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, Michael J. Brouk

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A trial was conducted in the summer of 2000 to evaluate the effect of 4- and 6-row freestall barns located in northwest Iowa on barn temperature, barn humidity, and respiration rates of lactating Holstein cows. Temperature, temperature-humidity index (THI), and respiration rates were greater in 6-row than 4-row freestall barns. Respiration rates were greater in 6-row versus 4-row buildings. The magnitude of difference in the temperature and THI variables may not explain the differences detected in respiration rates. It is possible that a relationship between animal density and social interaction could increase respiration rates when animal density is increased. It …

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Bacterial Degradation Of Milk Components Is Affected By Storage Temperature And Time (2001), S. Zimmerman, I.J. Jeon, L. Mcvay, E. Ferdinand Jan 2001

Bacterial Degradation Of Milk Components Is Affected By Storage Temperature And Time (2001), S. Zimmerman, I.J. Jeon, L. Mcvay, E. Ferdinand

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Raw milk is an excellent medium for bacterial growth. The objective of this study was to evaluate the number of microbes and component degradation in raw milk. Milk fat content did not affect bacteria counts. As storage temperature or time increased, greater numbers of bacteria were present. In this study, milk protein was degraded preferentially over lactose or milk fat. As the milk storage temperature increased from 39 to 45°F, protein degradation became more pronounced. Milk fat remained relatively stable, though some degradation products were observed, especially after 4 days of storage at 39°F. Both milk fat and protein degradation …

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Drinking Water Requirements For Lactating Dairy Cows (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, S.R. Defrain, Michael J. Brouk Jan 2001

Drinking Water Requirements For Lactating Dairy Cows (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, S.R. Defrain, Michael J. Brouk

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A study to determine the amount and location of water consumption in dairy freestall barns located in northeastern Kansas was conducted during the summer of 2000. Three farms, two Holstein farms with either 2-row or 4-row freestall barns and one Jersey farm with 4-row freestall buildings, were used. Summer water usage averaged 30 to 40 gallons per Holstein cow/day and 20 to 40 gallons/cow/day for Jersey cows depending on age and stage of lactation. The farms with Holstein cows had a water usage ratio of 4 to 4.5 lb of water per lb of milk produced and Jersey cows required …

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Effect Of Fan Placement On Milk Production And Dry Matter Intake Of Lactating Dairy Cows Housed In A 4-Row Freestall Barn (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, S.E. Defrain, Michael J. Brouk Jan 2001

Effect Of Fan Placement On Milk Production And Dry Matter Intake Of Lactating Dairy Cows Housed In A 4-Row Freestall Barn (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, S.E. Defrain, Michael J. Brouk

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Heat stress reduces milk production, feed intake, and reproductive efficiency each summer in Kansas. Without heat abatement procedures, milk production may decline 20- 30% during the summer months. Research has shown that supplemental fan cooling in combination with low pressure feedline sprinklers can reduce the effects of heat stress on milk production and feed intake. One critical issue in heat stress abatement is the location of fans in a 4-row freestall barn. Research conducted during the summer of 2000 on a northeast Kansas dairy found that locating fans over both the feedline and head-to-head freestalls increased milk production 5.8 lb/cow/d …

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Performance Of Holstein Cows Fed Wet Corn Gluten Feed Or Soyhull-Steep Liquor Pellets During Early Lactation (2001), E.E. Ferdinand, Evan C. Titgemeyer, A.F. Park, J.M. Defrain Jan 2001

Performance Of Holstein Cows Fed Wet Corn Gluten Feed Or Soyhull-Steep Liquor Pellets During Early Lactation (2001), E.E. Ferdinand, Evan C. Titgemeyer, A.F. Park, J.M. Defrain

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Wet corn gluten feed and soyhull-steep liquor pellets tended to increase dry matter intake and milk yield. Combining condensed corn steep liquor with raw soybean hulls provides a convenient source of digestible fiber and rumen degradable protein.; Dairy Day, 2001, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS, 2001;

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Changes In Rumen Capacity Of Dairy Cows During The Periparturient Period (2001), A.F. Park, J.M. Defrain, Evan C. Titgemeyer, E.E. Ferdinand Jan 2001

Changes In Rumen Capacity Of Dairy Cows During The Periparturient Period (2001), A.F. Park, J.M. Defrain, Evan C. Titgemeyer, E.E. Ferdinand

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Four-ruminally fistulated, multiparous, pregnant Holstein cows were studied to characterize ruminal adaptations during the transition from gestation to lactation. Cows were fed typical far-off and close-up diets, a late lactation diet containing wet corn gluten feed (20% DM), and an alfalfa hay, corn silage based early lactation diet. Ruminal measurements were obtained 72 (late lactation), 51 (far-off dry), 23 and 9 (close-up dry) days before expected parturition and 6, 20, and 34 days postpartum. Measurements included total fill, dry matter fill, fluid fill, and water-holding capacity of the rumen. Dry matter intake and milk production data were collected daily and …

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Southwest Research-Extension Center Field Day 2001 Jan 2001

Southwest Research-Extension Center Field Day 2001

Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports

Each Field Day report consists of individual research reports on topics specific to the region, including cultural methods for most of the major crops grown in Kansas, mitigating the effects of weeds, insects, and disease associated with those crops, and irrigation. Research is conducted and reports written by staff of the K-State Research and Extension Southwest Research Extension Center.

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Effect Of Headlocks On Milk Production And Feed Intake Of Dairy Cattle (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, S.E. Defrain, Michael J. Brouk Jan 2001

Effect Of Headlocks On Milk Production And Feed Intake Of Dairy Cattle (2001), John F. Smith, Joseph P. Harner, S.E. Defrain, Michael J. Brouk

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Cows previously trained with headlocks did not increase milk production or feed intake when headlocks were removed. Twoyear- old and older cows did not differ in response to headlocks and neckrails. Prudent use of headlocks increases labor efficiency of a commercial dairy. Managing a dairy without headlocks is a challenge because cows must be sorted and worked off the milking parlor flow. In the case of large milking parlors, it may be necessary to process 50-200 cows per hour. Depending upon the treatment facilities, this number of cows may create a bottleneck in the dairy. For many routine procedures, headlocks …

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Effects Of A Direct Fed Microbial (Dmf-4) And In-Feed Antimicrobials On Pig Performance In A Commercial Finishing Facility (2001), R G. Main, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Steven S. Dritz Jan 2001

Effects Of A Direct Fed Microbial (Dmf-4) And In-Feed Antimicrobials On Pig Performance In A Commercial Finishing Facility (2001), R G. Main, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Steven S. Dritz

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A total of 1,000 barrows were used in a 98-day trial conducted in a commercial research facility to determine the influence of a direct fed microbial with and without intermittent treatments of oxytetracycline (OTC) at 400 g/ton. The direct fed microbial was compared to a negative (no feed antimicrobial) and positive control (bacitracin methylene diasalicylate (BMD) at 30 g/ton, alternated with intermittent treatments of OTC at 400 g/ton). No significant differences between the four treatments were observed for any of the growth, efficiency, or carcass parameters evaluated. These results suggest that further work in quantifying the effects of routinely utilizing …

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Evaluation Of Irradiation And Termin-8® Addition To Spray-Dried Animal Plasma, Base Mix And/Or Whole Diet On Growth Performance Of Nursery Pigs (2001), R E. Musser, W N. Cannon, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Steven S. Dritz Jan 2001

Evaluation Of Irradiation And Termin-8® Addition To Spray-Dried Animal Plasma, Base Mix And/Or Whole Diet On Growth Performance Of Nursery Pigs (2001), R E. Musser, W N. Cannon, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Steven S. Dritz

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Two studies were conducted to evaluate the effects of irradiation of spray-dried animal plasma and Termin-8 treatment to spray-dried animal plasma, base mix (specialty protein products, milk products, ground oat groats, soy flour, flow agent, vitamins, and minerals), or whole diet on nursery pig performance. Overall (d 0 to 14) in Exp. 1, pigs fed diets containing irradiated plasma had increased ADG and pigs fed Termin-8® treated plasma had increased ADG and ADFI compared to pigs fed diets with regular plasma or whole diets (containing either regular or irradiated plasma) treated with Termin-8. No differences in F/G were observed among …

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The Relationship Between Body Condition Score And Backfat In Gestating Sows (2001), M G. Young, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen, Steven S. Dritz Jan 2001

The Relationship Between Body Condition Score And Backfat In Gestating Sows (2001), M G. Young, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen, Steven S. Dritz

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Backfat and body condition score were measured on 731 sows in a commercial swine facility to assess the accuracy of feeding sows in gestation based on body condition score. Body condition score was poorly correlated (r2 = 0.19) with backfat thickness. For example, sows assessed with a body condition of 3 ranged in backfat from 0.3 to 0.9 in. (7.5 to 23 mm). This illustrates the need to find a more objective method of measuring body condition (such as ultrasound) in order to properly adjust feeding levels and thus reduce variation in backfat of sows.; Swine Day, Manhattan, KS, November …

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Rumensin®-Tylan® Combinations In Limit-Fed Growing Diets: Effects On Growing And Finishing Performance And Carcass Characteristics (2001), Sean P. Montgomery, T.B. Farran, J.J. Sindt, C.M. Coetzer, J.N. Pike, A.M. Trater, H.J. Labrune, R.D. Hunter, S.B. Laudert, James S. Drouillard Jan 2001

Rumensin®-Tylan® Combinations In Limit-Fed Growing Diets: Effects On Growing And Finishing Performance And Carcass Characteristics (2001), Sean P. Montgomery, T.B. Farran, J.J. Sindt, C.M. Coetzer, J.N. Pike, A.M. Trater, H.J. Labrune, R.D. Hunter, S.B. Laudert, James S. Drouillard

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Five hundred seventy-two crossbred beef heifers were used to compare gain and feed efficiency of cattle consuming restricted quantities of energy-dense growing diets containing varying concentrations of Rumensin® and Tylan®. Growing treatments consisted of providing Rumensin at 30 grams per ton of dry matter (R30), or 250 mg per head per day (R250). A third treatment consisted of a Rumensin/Tylan combination, providing 250 and 90 mg per head per day of Rumensin and Tylan, respectively (R250/T90). Average daily gain and feed efficiency during the growing phase were not different (P>0.90) among treatments. Heifers that received R250/T90 during the growing …

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