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Losses From Top Spoilage In Horizontal Silos In Western Kansas, J.T. Dickerson, G. Ashbell, K.K. Bolsen, B.E. Brent, L. Pfaff, Y. Niwa Jan 1992

Losses From Top Spoilage In Horizontal Silos In Western Kansas, J.T. Dickerson, G. Ashbell, K.K. Bolsen, B.E. Brent, L. Pfaff, Y. Niwa

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The top 3 ft. of silage from each of 30 horizontal silos in western Kansas was sampled at three locations across the width of the silo for 2 consecutive years (1990 and 1991). Ninety-five percent of the silages were either corn or forage sorghum, and only 22 percent of the silos were sealed with polyethylene sheeting. Losses of organic matter (OM) from spoilage were estimated by using ash content as an internal marker. Sealing silos dramatically reduced the estimated spoilage losses in the top 3 ft. All silages had greater estimated spoilage losses in the top 18 in. in 1991 …

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Influence Of Level Of Supplemental Alfalfa Hay On The Performance Of Beef Cows Grazing Winter Bluestem Range, E.S. Vanzant, R.C. Cochran Jan 1992

Influence Of Level Of Supplemental Alfalfa Hay On The Performance Of Beef Cows Grazing Winter Bluestem Range, E.S. Vanzant, R.C. Cochran

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One hundred thirteen pregnant Hereford x Angus cows were used to study the effect of increasing levels of supplemental alfalfa hay on performance when grazing winter bluestem range. Although no differences were observed in reproductive performance, increasing the amount supplemental alfalfa from approximately .5% up to 1.0% of body weight resulted in increased weight gain and reduced condition loss in cows and increased weaning weight in calves. However, time spent grazing was significantly decreased in those groups receiving larger amounts of supplemental alfalfa.

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Influence Of Limited Creep Feeding On Pre- And Post-Weaning Performance Of Spring Born Calves, F.K. Brazle, Gerry L. Kuhl, C.E. Binns, K.O. Zoellner, L.R. Corah, R.R. Schalles Jan 1992

Influence Of Limited Creep Feeding On Pre- And Post-Weaning Performance Of Spring Born Calves, F.K. Brazle, Gerry L. Kuhl, C.E. Binns, K.O. Zoellner, L.R. Corah, R.R. Schalles

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Spring-born suckling beef calves were offered salt-limited creep feeds containing either high protein, high energy, or energy plus Bovatec® from August 15 to October 15 in a 3- year study. Creep feeding improved (P<.01) daily gain over controls, but no differences were attributable to creep composition. Daily creep feed consumption was somewhat less for the protein fed group, resulting in improved feed conversion compared to the energy-based supplement, with the energy plus Bovatec creep feed intermediate in efficiency. Creep feeding improved 53-day postweaning gains (P<.01). Overall, limited creep feeding boosted both pre- and postweaning performance, with no difference in gain among the three types of creep rations studied.

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Effect Of Long-Acting Penicillin And Levamisole® On Gain And Health Of Stressed Calves, F.K. Brazle Jan 1992

Effect Of Long-Acting Penicillin And Levamisole® On Gain And Health Of Stressed Calves, F.K. Brazle

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Two studies were conducted to determine the effect of long-acting penicillin and/or levamisole injected at arrival or levamisole injected on day 1 and/or day 7 on the health and gain of newly received, highly stressed, light weight calves. Levamisole injected at arrival reduced (P<.05) sickness of newly arrived calves during the first 5 days. However, it did not reduce overall sickness during the receiving period. Long-acting penicillin injected at arrival did not reduce sickness, but did improve (P<.05) gain of calves during the growing period. The combination of levamisole and long-acting penicillin or the combination of levamisole on day 1 and day 7 did not reduce morbidity in these highly stressed calves.

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Evaluation Of Inoculant-Treated Corn Silages, K.K. Bolsen, D.G. Tiemann, R.N. Sonon, R.A. Hart, B. Dalke, J.T. Dickerson, C. Lin Jan 1992

Evaluation Of Inoculant-Treated Corn Silages, K.K. Bolsen, D.G. Tiemann, R.N. Sonon, R.A. Hart, B. Dalke, J.T. Dickerson, C. Lin

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Whole-plant corn silages treated with either Pioneer 1174® or Biotal® inoculants were preserved more efficiently than control silages. They had slightly higher dry matter (DM) recoveries; more lactic acid; higher lactic to acetic acid ratios; and less acetic acid, ethanol, and ammonia-nitrogen. Laboratory silo results showed that both inoculated silages produced lactic acid faster than control silages during the first 7 days and had more desirable fermentation profiles at the end of 90 days. Applying 5 or 10 times the recommended rate of Biotal inoculant had only a small and nonsignificant effect on rate and efficiency of fermentation. Yearling steers …

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Evaluation Of 20 Corn Hybrids For Silage Agronomic Characteristics, R.N. Sonon, B.S. Dalke, R. Suazo, L. Pfaff, K.K. Bolsen Jan 1992

Evaluation Of 20 Corn Hybrids For Silage Agronomic Characteristics, R.N. Sonon, B.S. Dalke, R. Suazo, L. Pfaff, K.K. Bolsen

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Twenty corn hybrids were grown under irrigation and harvested at 90 % of the kernel milk line. Hybrid had a significant effect on plant height, whole-plant dry matter (DM) and DM yield, grain yield, stover yield, and plant part proportions. The highest whole-plant DM (45.9%) was for Cargill 7997, whereas the lowest was for Cargill 4327 (30.1%). Cargill 8427 and Pioneer 3245 had the highest wholeplant DM and grain yields, whereas Cargill 4327 was lowest. Grain yield and the percentage of grain in the whole-plant DM increased as the plant height increased.

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Effects Of Biomate® Inoculant And Dextrose On The Fermentation Of Alfalfa Silages, C. Lin, K.K. Bolsen, J.E. Bradford, B.E. Brent, A.M. Feyerherm, W.R. Aimutis Jan 1992

Effects Of Biomate® Inoculant And Dextrose On The Fermentation Of Alfalfa Silages, C. Lin, K.K. Bolsen, J.E. Bradford, B.E. Brent, A.M. Feyerherm, W.R. Aimutis

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This study documented once again that ensiling alfalfa is difficult and unpredictable. Adding 2% dextrose or Biomate® inoculant alone or in combination had little influence on the ensiling process but did improve fermentation efficiency somewhat. The pre-ensiling characteristics (i.e., dry matter (DM) and water soluble carbohydrate (WSC) values, buffering capacity, and epiphytic microflora) at the different cuttings and stages of maturity undoubtedly influenced the effectiveness of the two additives. Apparently, alfalfa often has too little WSC and too much buffering capacity to produce adequately preserved silage, especially when ensiled at a low DM content (less than 30 to 34%).

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Evaluation Of Roasted Soybeans For Dairy Calves (1992), P.V. Reddy, J.L Morrill, L.S. Bates Jan 1992

Evaluation Of Roasted Soybeans For Dairy Calves (1992), P.V. Reddy, J.L Morrill, L.S. Bates

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Diets containing soybeans roasted at different temperatures were fed to calves to investigate effects on growth and feed consumption. A growth trial was conducted using 84 Holstein calves from birth to 8 wk of age. The diets were formulated to contain 18% CP using soybeans roasted at 270 degrees F, 295 degrees F, or 325 degrees F. The overall feed consumption was greater for calves fed the diet containing beans roasted at either 270 or 295 degrees F than those fed the diet containing 325 degrees F beans. A similar trend was observed in weekly feed consumption. Gains were higher …

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Ovarian Follicular Waves And Secretion Of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone After Administration Of Gnrh At Estrus (1992), J.R. Pursley, Jeffrey S. Stevenson Jan 1992

Ovarian Follicular Waves And Secretion Of Follicle-Stimulating Hormone After Administration Of Gnrh At Estrus (1992), J.R. Pursley, Jeffrey S. Stevenson

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An experiment was conducted to examine the effects of GnRH on the secretion of FSH, LH, estradiol, and progesterone in serum and changes in ovarian structures. Dairy cows were assigned randomly to receive either 100 μg of GnRH or saline 12 hr after estrus (day 0) was detected. Blood was collected daily to assess changes in serum estradiol and progesterone and every 12 min for 8 hr on days 8 and 15 after estrus to assess concentrations of FSH and LH. Diameter and number of follicles were determined daily by real-time ultrasonography. Two patterns of follicular development were observed. The …

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Administering A Gnrh Agonist (Receptal) After Insemination Fails To Improve Pregnancy Rates At First Service (1992), I. Rettmer, R.E. Stewart, Jeffrey S. Stevenson Jan 1992

Administering A Gnrh Agonist (Receptal) After Insemination Fails To Improve Pregnancy Rates At First Service (1992), I. Rettmer, R.E. Stewart, Jeffrey S. Stevenson

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Two experiments were performed to determine the influence of administering a highly potent agonist of gonadotropin-releasing hormone (Receptal) on various reproductive characteristics in dairy cows. In Experiment 1, lactating Holstein cows were treated with either saline (n = 51) or 8 μg of receptal (n = 50) on d 11 to 14 after estrus (d 0) and first service. Peak concentrations of LH, FSH, and progesterone, but not estradiol-17b, in blood serum were increased during 6 to 12 h after injection of Receptal. Pregnancy rates were unaffected by treatment. Concentrations of progesterone in blood serum were increased in nonpregnant and …

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Waste Management: Regulations And Problems In Kansas (1992), Joseph P. Harner, James P. Murphy Jan 1992

Waste Management: Regulations And Problems In Kansas (1992), Joseph P. Harner, James P. Murphy

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The dairy industry is receiving greater pressure to reduce its potential pollution to the environment. As the demand grows for cleaner streams, dairy operations will need to reduce and control the nutrient and sediment loading of the runoff leaving the farm vicinity. Existing dairy operations will need to evaluate the impact of manure storage and management on the environment. Costs of controlling the runoff must be weighed against new lot construction in an alternate location. Future dairy facilities will need to address current regulations and be designed for compliance with future and more stringent regulations.; Dairy Day, 1992, Kansas State …

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Induction Of Estrus In Thyroidectomized-Ovariectomized, Nonlactating, Holstein Cows (1992), R.E. Stewart, M.O. Mee, I. Rettmer, Jeffrey S. Stevenson Jan 1992

Induction Of Estrus In Thyroidectomized-Ovariectomized, Nonlactating, Holstein Cows (1992), R.E. Stewart, M.O. Mee, I. Rettmer, Jeffrey S. Stevenson

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Low thyroid activity (hypothyroidism) has been reported to decrease sexual behavior associated with reproduction in several species. Using estradiol benzoate (EB) and progesterone (P ), we attempted to induce 4 estrus in hypothyroid cows. Thyroid glands (thyroidectomy) and ovaries (ovariectomy) were removed surgically from nonlactating and nonpregnant Holstein cows that were culled from the Kansas State University dairy herd. Eight cows were thyroidectomized and ovariectomized (THYOVEX) and another four cows were ovariectomized only (OVEX). Starting 9 hr after injection of EB, cows were continuously observed for estrus for 36 hr. Frequencies of mounting activity and standing behavior were recorded for …

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Southwest Research-Extension Center Field Day 1992 Jan 1992

Southwest Research-Extension Center Field Day 1992

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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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Endotoxin, Ammonia, And Total And Respirable Dust In Swine Confinement Buildings: The Effect Of Recirculated Air And Respiratory Protective Masks (1992), J A. Pickrell, A J. Heber, James P. Murphy, M M. May, D Nolan, F W. Oehme, D Schoneweis, J R. Gillespie, Steven C. Henry Jan 1992

Endotoxin, Ammonia, And Total And Respirable Dust In Swine Confinement Buildings: The Effect Of Recirculated Air And Respiratory Protective Masks (1992), J A. Pickrell, A J. Heber, James P. Murphy, M M. May, D Nolan, F W. Oehme, D Schoneweis, J R. Gillespie, Steven C. Henry

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Caretakers and pigs in dusty environments with particles and toxic gases may sustain health consequences. We studied concentrations of ammonia, endotoxin, and total and respirable dust particles in four mechanically ventilated swine nurseries and two grower facilities using an ammonia sampler, filter, and British cyclone. In two of the nursery facilities, we determined the protection offered by respiratory masks that were mounted on glass funnels with filters or British cyclones and sampled for dust. In response to the increasing summer ventilation, large, nonrespirable particle concentrations in swine building atmospheres were reduced more completely by ventilation air movement than smaller respirable …

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Ksu Swine Enterprise Record Summary (1992), Michael R. Langemeier, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach Jan 1992

Ksu Swine Enterprise Record Summary (1992), Michael R. Langemeier, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach

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Approximately 35 swine operations are enrolled in the 1992 Kansas Swine Enterprise Record Program. This program evaluates physical and economic performance and is part of a cooperative record-keeping project with extension personnel and swine producers in Kansas, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Records are summarized every 6 months, and the corresponding data are pooled to form state and regional averages. This paper summarizes the data for 22 farrow-to-finish operations in Kansas that kept records during the first 6 months of 1992. Profit per cwt. of pork produced for these 22 producers averaged $1.13. Profits varied substantially between producers. Producers in the …

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Effects Of The Interrelationship Of Porcine Somatotropin Administration And Dietary Phosphorus On Growth Performance In Developing Gilts (1992), T L. Weeden, J A. Hansen, K G. Friesen, B T. Richert, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband Jan 1992

Effects Of The Interrelationship Of Porcine Somatotropin Administration And Dietary Phosphorus On Growth Performance In Developing Gilts (1992), T L. Weeden, J A. Hansen, K G. Friesen, B T. Richert, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband

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Seventy-two gilts (initial weight = 127 lb) were used to determine effects of the interrelationship of porcine somatotropin (pST) administration and dietary phosphorus (P) on growth performance of finishing gilts (127 to 235 lb) and for a 35 d postfinishing phase following withdrawal of pST administration. Gilts were injected daily with placebo (control) or 4 mg pST and fed .4, .6, or .8% P in the fmishing phase. Administration of pST increased average daily gain (ADG), improved feed efficiency (FIG), and decreased average daily feed intake (ADFI) during the finishing phase. Increasing dietary P resulted in increased ADG from d …

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Effects Of The Interrelationship Of Porcine Somatotropin Administration And Dietary Phosphorus On Bone Properties In Developing Gilts (1992), T L. Weeden, J A. Hansen, K G. Friesen, B T. Richert, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband Jan 1992

Effects Of The Interrelationship Of Porcine Somatotropin Administration And Dietary Phosphorus On Bone Properties In Developing Gilts (1992), T L. Weeden, J A. Hansen, K G. Friesen, B T. Richert, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband

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Seventy-two gilts (initial weight = 127 lb) were used to determine effects of the interrelationship of porcine somatotropin (pST) administration and dietary phosphorus (P) on bone mechanical properties and mineralization in finishing gilts (127 to 235 lb) and for a 35-d postfinishing phase following withdrawal of pST administration. Gilts were injected daily with placebo (control) or 4 mg pST and fed .4, .6, or .8% P in the finishing phase. When each block weight averaged 235 lb, half of the gilts were slaughtered and the first rib, femur, and third and fourth metacarpals were collected. Stress; modulus of elasticity; and …

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Sustained Effects Of Porcine Somatotropin Administered During The Growing Period On Growth And Carcass Characteristics Of Finishing Pigs (1992), G E. Fitzner, Donald H. Kropf, Robert H. Hines Jan 1992

Sustained Effects Of Porcine Somatotropin Administered During The Growing Period On Growth And Carcass Characteristics Of Finishing Pigs (1992), G E. Fitzner, Donald H. Kropf, Robert H. Hines

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Forty six barrows were fed a common diet after completing a 35 d growth trial in which 50% received 5 mg/d of pST and the other 50% a placebo injection. At the conclusion of the growing trial (130 lb), the pST-injected pigs were leaner (22%) and yielded carcasses with larger longissimus muscle area (21 %). However, pigs fed to a slaughter weight of 225 lb yielded carcasses that were not different from control pigs in length, longissimus muscle area, or belly weights. Pigs administered pST during the growing phase continued to have 10% less backfat, which resulted in a 1.6% …

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The Effects Of Diets Formulated On An Ideal Protein Basis On Growth Performance And Carcass Characteristics Of Finishing Gilts Housed In A Hot Diurnal Environment (1992), J Lopez, G W. Jesse, D Spiers, B A. Becker, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen, Michael D. Tokach Jan 1992

The Effects Of Diets Formulated On An Ideal Protein Basis On Growth Performance And Carcass Characteristics Of Finishing Gilts Housed In A Hot Diurnal Environment (1992), J Lopez, G W. Jesse, D Spiers, B A. Becker, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen, Michael D. Tokach

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Forty-eight finishing gilts (initial weight = 155 ± 2 lb) were randomly assigned to one of eight experimental treatments in a 2 x 2 x 2 factorial arrangement with main effects including dietary lysine (.60 vs 1.00%), source of amino acid fortification (intact protein vs synthetic amino acids formulated on an ideal protein basis) and environmental temperature (thermoneutral (TN): 68°F vs hot, diurnal (HS): 82 to 95 °F). The ideal protein diets were formulated by using corn and soybean meal to meet the 5th limiting amino acid with additions of synthetic lysine, threonine, tryptophan, methionine, or isoleucine to meet the …

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Influence Of Protein Source Fed To The Early-Weaned Pig During Phase I (D 0 - 9) On The Responses To Various Protein Sources Fed During Phase Ii (D 9 - 28) (1992), L J. Kats, J A. Hansen, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband Jan 1992

Influence Of Protein Source Fed To The Early-Weaned Pig During Phase I (D 0 - 9) On The Responses To Various Protein Sources Fed During Phase Ii (D 9 - 28) (1992), L J. Kats, J A. Hansen, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband

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A total of 468 weanling pigs (initially 13.2 lb and 21 d of age) was used in a 28 d growth assay to determine the influence of protein source fed during phase I (d 0 to 9) on the response to various protein sources fed during phase II (d 9 to 28). Phase I diets contained 20% dried whey, 10% lactose, and either 10.3% spray-dried porcine plasma or 15.2% moist-extruded soy protein concentrate and formulated to contain 1.5% lysine. On d 9, pigs were switched to diets containing 10% dried whey and either 3.9% spraydried porcine plasma, 2.5% spray-dried blood …

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Extruded Corn, Sorghum, Wheat, And Barley For Finishing Pigs (1992), B T. Richert, Terry L. Gugle, Robert H. Hines, Joe D. Hancock Jan 1992

Extruded Corn, Sorghum, Wheat, And Barley For Finishing Pigs (1992), B T. Richert, Terry L. Gugle, Robert H. Hines, Joe D. Hancock

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Eighty barrows (113.7 lb average initial weight) were used to determine the effects of extruding corn, sorghum, wheat, and barley on growth performance, carcass merit, nutrient digestibility, and changes in stomach morphology of finishing pigs. Treatments were grain source (com, sorghum, wheat, and barley) and processing procedure (grinding vs extrusion) arranged as a 4 x 2 factorial. Grinding was in a Jacobson hammermill and extrusion was in an Insta-Pro extruder. Pigs fed com had improved average daily gain (ADG), feed/gain (F/G), DM digestibility, and N digestibility compared to the other grain sources. Diets with barley supported the poorest growth performance …

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Optimum Level Of Spray-Dried Blood Meal In Phase Ii Diet (1992), L J. Kats, Jim L. Nelssen, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband Jan 1992

Optimum Level Of Spray-Dried Blood Meal In Phase Ii Diet (1992), L J. Kats, Jim L. Nelssen, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband

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A total of 744 pigs (initially 12.8 lb and 22 d of age) was used in a 28 d trial to determine the effects of increasing levels of blood meal in the phase II (d 7 to 28) diet. Pigs were allotted by sex and weight and placed in pens containing 13 to 14 pigs each. A common phase I diet was fed for the first 7 days postweaning. The phase I diet contained 37.5% dried whey and 7.5% porcine plasma and was formulated to contain 1.5% lysine. After the phase I period, pigs were assigned to one of six …

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Ksu Lean Value Marketing Program (1992), G L. Keeler, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Steven S. Dritz Jan 1992

Ksu Lean Value Marketing Program (1992), G L. Keeler, Michael D. Tokach, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Steven S. Dritz

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The KSU Lean Value Marketing Program was developed to assist producers in understanding the quality of their market hogs by marketing on a wholesale cut basis. The program also allowed analysis of the current marketing practices of the producer in relation to sort loss. Producers lost an average of $1.08 (0 to $4.95) per head from sort loss by not marketing pigs in the proper weight range. Wholesale cuts for the 34 farms indicated that percent loins, hams, and spareribs represented the greatest portion of carcass value, whereas percent pork fat and bellies most accurately predicted the farms with low …

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Influence Of Weaning Weight And Growth During The First Week Postweaning On Subsequent Pig Performance (1992), L J. Kats, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen Jan 1992

Influence Of Weaning Weight And Growth During The First Week Postweaning On Subsequent Pig Performance (1992), L J. Kats, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen

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A total of 1,350 pigs was used in three growth trials to determine the influence of weaning weight and average daily gain during the first week postweaning on subsequent growth performance. Average initial weight and age were 13.7 lb and 21 d, respectively. Pigs were weighed on d 0, 7, 28, and 56 postweaning in all three trials. Pigs were also weighed at market in trial 1. Weaning weight influenced postweaning growth performance such that each additional pound at weaning translated into approximately 2 lb by d 56 postweaning and 4 lb at market. These results indicate the importance of …

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The Influence Of Genotype, Sex, And Dietary Lysine On Subprimal Cut Distribution Of 230 And 280 Lb. Finishing Pigs (1992), B L. Dunn, K G. Friesen, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach, John A. Unruh Jan 1992

The Influence Of Genotype, Sex, And Dietary Lysine On Subprimal Cut Distribution Of 230 And 280 Lb. Finishing Pigs (1992), B L. Dunn, K G. Friesen, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach, John A. Unruh

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One hundred sixteen pigs were used to determine effects of the interrelationship among genotype, sex, and dietary lysine on subprimal cut distribution of pigs fed to 230 and 280 lb. In a 2 X 2 X 2 factorial arrangement, barrows and gilts, previously characterized as having either high or medium lean-gain potential, were fed one of two dietary lysine regimens. One pig per pen was slaughtered when the mean weight of pigs in a pen reached 230 lb and the remaining two pigs were fed until the mean weight reached 280 lb. When fed to either 230 or 280 lb, …

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Reduction Of Corn Particle Size In Lactation Diets Improves Sow And Litter Performance (1992), K J. Wondra, G A. Kennedy, Robert H. Hines, Joe D. Hancock, Keith C. Behnke Jan 1992

Reduction Of Corn Particle Size In Lactation Diets Improves Sow And Litter Performance (1992), K J. Wondra, G A. Kennedy, Robert H. Hines, Joe D. Hancock, Keith C. Behnke

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One hundred primiparous sows were used to determine the effects of corn particle size in lactation diets on sow and litter performance. Sows were fed com-soybean mealbased diet with the com ground to 1,200, 900, 600, or 400 JLm. Particle size of corn had no influence on sow weight or backfat loss, or piglet survivability. However, feed intake and digestibilities of DM, N, and GE were increased (6, 5, 7, and 7%, respectively) as particle size was reduced from 1,200 to 400 JLm. The combination of increased feed intake and improved digestibilities resulted in increased intake of digestible nutrients. DE …

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Effects Of The Interrelationship Between Dietary Lysine And Litter Size On Sow And Litter Performance (1992), J L. Laurin, R D. Anderson, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach Jan 1992

Effects Of The Interrelationship Between Dietary Lysine And Litter Size On Sow And Litter Performance (1992), J L. Laurin, R D. Anderson, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband, Michael D. Tokach

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One hundred and forty-three lactating primiparous sows were used in a study to determine the influence of four different litter sizes on the dietary lysine requirement as measured by sow and litter performance. At farrowing, sows were randomly assigned to one of three corn soybean meal diets (.67, .94, or 1.22 % lysine) and one of four litter sizes (8, 9, 10, or 11 pigs). Sows were fed 7.7, 9.9, and 12.1 IbId of their respective diet for the first, second, and third week of lactation. This provided an average daily lysine intake of 30.1, 42.2, or 54.8 gld throughout …

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The Effect Of Dietary Threonine On Growing Pig Growth Performance (1992), K G. Friesen, B T. Richert, J L. Laurin, T L. Weeden, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband Jan 1992

The Effect Of Dietary Threonine On Growing Pig Growth Performance (1992), K G. Friesen, B T. Richert, J L. Laurin, T L. Weeden, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband

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Sixty pigs (initially 68.57 lb BW) were used in a 28-d growth trial to determine the effect of increased dietary threonine on growth performance for the grower pig. The basal diet was formulated with corn and peanut meal to contain 1.00% dietary lysine and .40% dietary threonine. Sucrose was replaced by synthetic threonine to give dietary threonine levels of .50, .60, .70, and .80%. Two pigs were housed per pen for a total of six pens per treatment (12 pigs per treatment). Pig weights and feeder weights were recorded weekly to determine ADG, ADFI, and feed efficiency. On d 14 …

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Comparison Of Oral Iron And Injectable Iron For The Prevention Of Iron Deficiency Anemia In Baby Pigs (1992), K B. Beeman, D A. Schoneweis Jan 1992

Comparison Of Oral Iron And Injectable Iron For The Prevention Of Iron Deficiency Anemia In Baby Pigs (1992), K B. Beeman, D A. Schoneweis

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One of two oral iron compounds or an injectable iron (100 mg iron per treatment) were administered to pigs on d 1 and 15 postfarrowing, and they were compared with untreated littermates. There was no significant difference between the pigs receiving the oral iron and the negative controls in serum iron or total iron binding capacity. Pigs that received iron by injection had higher serum iron and packed cell volume and a lower total iron binding capacity compared with pigs given oral iron or untreated controls.; Swine Day, Manhattan, KS, November 19, 1992

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Influence Of High Levels Of Zinc Oxide In Starter Diets On Pig Performance (1992), Lisa M. Tokach, Steven C. Henry, T A. Marstelller, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen Jan 1992

Influence Of High Levels Of Zinc Oxide In Starter Diets On Pig Performance (1992), Lisa M. Tokach, Steven C. Henry, T A. Marstelller, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jim L. Nelssen

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Two trials were conducted to determine the influence of high levels of zinc oxide on starter pig performance. Two dietary treatments (110 or 3,110 ppm zinc) were used in each trial. In trial 1, 180 pigs (17 d of age and 10.9 lb) were blocked by weight and allotted to 20 pens for a total of eight or nine pigs/pen and 10 pens/treatment. In trial 2, 168 pigs (21 d of age and 12.8 lb) were blocked by weight and sex and allotted to six pens for a total of 28 pigs/pen and three pens/treatment. Experimental diets were fed for …

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