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Effects Of Hard Red Winter Wheat Particle Size In Meal Diets On Finishing Pig Growth Performance, Diet Digestibility, And Caloric Efficiency (2014), Jon A. De Jong, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth, Chad B. Paulk, Cassandra K. Jones, Charles R. Stark, Steven S. Dritz
Effects Of Hard Red Winter Wheat Particle Size In Meal Diets On Finishing Pig Growth Performance, Diet Digestibility, And Caloric Efficiency (2014), Jon A. De Jong, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth, Chad B. Paulk, Cassandra K. Jones, Charles R. Stark, Steven S. Dritz
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
A total of 288 pigs (PIC 327 × 1050; initially 96.4 lb) were used in an 83-d study to determine the effects of hard red winter wheat particle size on finishing pig growth performance, diet digestibility, and caloric efficiency. Pens of pigs were balanced by initial BW and randomly allotted to 1 of 3 treatments with 8 pigs per pen and 12 pens per treatment. The same wheat-soybean meal—based diets were used for all treatments. Diets were fed in three phases in meal form. The 3 dietary treatments were hard red winter wheat ground with a hammer mill to 730, …
Influence Of Dietary Fat Source And Feeding Duration On Pig Growth Performance, Carcass Composition, And Fat Quality (2014), Ethan W. Stephenson, Mathew A. Vaughn, Derris D. Burnett, Chad B. Paulk, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Joel M. Derouchey, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth, John M. Gonzalez
Influence Of Dietary Fat Source And Feeding Duration On Pig Growth Performance, Carcass Composition, And Fat Quality (2014), Ethan W. Stephenson, Mathew A. Vaughn, Derris D. Burnett, Chad B. Paulk, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Joel M. Derouchey, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth, John M. Gonzalez
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
A total of 160 finishing pigs (PIC 327 × 1050; initially 100.5 lb) were used in an 84-d experiment to evaluate the effects of dietary fat source and feeding duration on growth performance, carcass characteristics, and fat quality. Dietary treatments included a corn-soybean meal control diet with no added fat or a 3 × 3 factorial with main effects of fat source (4% tallow, 4% soybean oil, or a blend of 2% tallow and 2% soybean oil) and feeding duration (d 0 to 42, 42 to 84, or 0 to 84). One pig was identified in each pen on d …
Effects Of Standardized Ileal Digestible Lysine Level And Added Tribasic Copper Chloride On Growth Performance, Carcass Characteristics, And Economics In Finishing Pigs (2014), Kyle F. Coble, Steven S. Dritz, J Usry, Michael D. Tokach, Joel M. Derouchey, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth
Effects Of Standardized Ileal Digestible Lysine Level And Added Tribasic Copper Chloride On Growth Performance, Carcass Characteristics, And Economics In Finishing Pigs (2014), Kyle F. Coble, Steven S. Dritz, J Usry, Michael D. Tokach, Joel M. Derouchey, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
A total of 1,267 pigs (PIC 337 × 1050; initially 58.3 lb) were used in a 120-d study. Before initiating the trial, pigs were fed a common diet for 9 d containing 188 ppm Cu from tribasic copper chloride (TBCC). On d 0, pens of pigs were allotted to 1 of 8 dietary treatments in a randomized complete block design with 26 to 27 pigs (similar number of barrows and gilts) per pen and 6 pens per treatment. Treatments were arranged in a split-plot design. Whole-plot treatments were 2 levels of the estimated standardized ileal digestible lysine (SID Lys) requirement …
Effects Of Pelleting And Diet Type On Growth Performance, Carcass Yield, And Iodine Value Of Finishing Pigs (2014), Jeremiah E. Nemechek, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Robert D. Goodband, Joel M. Derouchey, Jason C. Woodworth
Effects Of Pelleting And Diet Type On Growth Performance, Carcass Yield, And Iodine Value Of Finishing Pigs (2014), Jeremiah E. Nemechek, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Robert D. Goodband, Joel M. Derouchey, Jason C. Woodworth
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
A total of 288 pigs (PIC 327 × 1050, initially 107.0 lb BW) were used in an 87-d trial to determine the effects of diet form and corn oil on growth performance, carcass yield, and iodine value (IV) of growing-finishing pigs. Treatments were arranged in a 2 × 3 factorial with the main effects of diet form and oil source. The 2 diet forms were meal or pellet. The 3 dietary formulations were: (1) corn-soybean meal—based control, (2) control with 30% dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS) and 19% wheat middlings, and (3) control with 3% corn oil. No diet …
Formation Of Fines During The Pelleted Feed Manufacturing Process And The Resulting Differences In Nutrient Composition Of Fines And Pellets (2014), Jon A. De Jong, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth, Steven S. Dritz, Jake A. Erceg, L Mckinney, G Smith
Formation Of Fines During The Pelleted Feed Manufacturing Process And The Resulting Differences In Nutrient Composition Of Fines And Pellets (2014), Jon A. De Jong, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth, Steven S. Dritz, Jake A. Erceg, L Mckinney, G Smith
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
A 3-wk study was conducted at a commercial feed mill in northwest Iowa to determine where the formation of fines occurs during pelleted feed manufacturing and if differences are present in nutrient composition between fines and pellets. During the study, 1,781pelleted feed samples were collected from 4 swine and 2 turkey diets. Samples were collected from 4 different locations throughout the mill to determine progression of fines formation during the manufacturing process. These locations included the pellet mill, pellet cooler, fat coater, and at load-out. Samples were taken on 7 to 10 different runs for each diet throughout the 3-wk …
Effects Of Algae-Derived Β-Glucans With Zinc On Nursery Pig Growth Performance And Immune Response Under Commercial Conditions (2014), Marcio Antonio Dornelles Goncalves, Steven S. Dritz, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth
Effects Of Algae-Derived Β-Glucans With Zinc On Nursery Pig Growth Performance And Immune Response Under Commercial Conditions (2014), Marcio Antonio Dornelles Goncalves, Steven S. Dritz, Joel M. Derouchey, Michael D. Tokach, Robert D. Goodband, Jason C. Woodworth
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
An experiment was conducted to determine the impact of increasing levels of Algamune ZPC (Algal Scientific Corporation, Plymouth, MI) on growth performance and porcine circovirus type 2 (PCV2)-specific immune response of nursery pigs housed under commercial conditions. Algamune ZPC is a polysaccharide-zinc complex feed additive composed of 35% β-1,3-glucan extracted from algae and 10% zinc. A total of 2,484 pigs (PIC 337 × 1050, initially 15.7 lb) were used in a 40-d trial. After feeding a common pelleted diet for 7 d after weaning, pigs were allotted to 1 of 6 dietary treatments in a randomized complete block design with …
Effects Of Standardized Ileal Digestible Tryptophan:Lysine Ratio On Growth Performance And Economics Of 25- To 45-Lb Nursery Pigs (2014), Marcio Antonio Dornelles Goncalves, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, K J. Touchette, Nora M. Bello, Robert D. Goodband, Joel M. Derouchey, Jason C. Woodworth
Effects Of Standardized Ileal Digestible Tryptophan:Lysine Ratio On Growth Performance And Economics Of 25- To 45-Lb Nursery Pigs (2014), Marcio Antonio Dornelles Goncalves, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, K J. Touchette, Nora M. Bello, Robert D. Goodband, Joel M. Derouchey, Jason C. Woodworth
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
The use of feed-grade tryptophan (Trp) in swine diets has become more economical recently due to the increased cost of soybean meal and the increased usage of dried distillers grains with solubles (DDGS). Therefore, the objectives of this study were to estimate the effects of the standardized ileal digestible (SID) tryptophan:lysine (Trp:Lys) ratio on growth performance and economics of 25- to 45-lb nursery pigs housed in a commercial environment. A total of 1,088 pigs (PIC 337 × 1050; initially 24.8 ± 1.2 lb BW) were used in a 21-d growth trial. Pigs were weaned at 16 d of age and …
Evaluation Of Specialty Soy Protein Sources On Nursery Pig Performance (2014), Kyle E. Jordan, Marcio Antonio Dornelles Goncalves, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Robert D. Goodband, Joel M. Derouchey, Jason C. Woodworth
Evaluation Of Specialty Soy Protein Sources On Nursery Pig Performance (2014), Kyle E. Jordan, Marcio Antonio Dornelles Goncalves, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Robert D. Goodband, Joel M. Derouchey, Jason C. Woodworth
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
A 35-d growth trial was conducted to evaluate the effects of a new soy protein source, Nutrivance (TechMix, Stewart, MN), on nursery pig growth performance. Nutrivance is a modified soy protein produced via a proprietary process combining extraction and enzymatic treatment of soybeans. Pigs (n = 1,188, PIC 337 × 1050; initially 9.8 lb BW) were weaned at 21 d of age and allotted by weight to pens with 27 pigs per pen. Pigs were fed a common diet for 15 d before the start of the study. Pens of pigs (13.5 lb BW) were then allotted to 1 of …
Comparative Effects Of Dietary Copper, Zinc, Essential Oils, And Chlortetracycline On Nursery Pig Growth Performance (2014), Julie Ann Feldpausch, Jon A. Dejong, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Jason C. Woodworth, Raghavendra G. Amachawadi, Harvey M. Scott, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband
Comparative Effects Of Dietary Copper, Zinc, Essential Oils, And Chlortetracycline On Nursery Pig Growth Performance (2014), Julie Ann Feldpausch, Jon A. Dejong, Michael D. Tokach, Steven S. Dritz, Jason C. Woodworth, Raghavendra G. Amachawadi, Harvey M. Scott, Jim L. Nelssen, Robert D. Goodband
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
A total of 350 weaned pigs (PIC 1050; initially 13.3 lb) were used in a 47-d study to compare the effects of feeding antibiotic alternatives (copper, zinc, and essential oils), alone or in combination, on nursery pig performance. Pigs were allotted to pens at weaning (d 0) and fed a common starter diet with no antimicrobial for 5 d before the start of the experiment. On d 5, pens of 5 pigs were allotted to 1 of 10 dietary treatments in a randomized complete block design with 7 replications per treatment. Dietary treatments were arranged in a 2 × 2 …
Performance And Health Effects Of Zuprevo 18% In Newly Received, Highly Stressed Beef Cattle (2014), Ethan R. Schlegel, Dale A. Blasi, William R. Hollenbeck, Brandon E. Oleen, David G. Renter, Mark F. Spire
Performance And Health Effects Of Zuprevo 18% In Newly Received, Highly Stressed Beef Cattle (2014), Ethan R. Schlegel, Dale A. Blasi, William R. Hollenbeck, Brandon E. Oleen, David G. Renter, Mark F. Spire
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
The objective of this study was to determine the health and performance effects of Zuprevo 18% (tildipirosin, 4 mg/kg body weight) during a 42-day backgrounding period when administered to high-risk transported cattle within 24 hours after arrival.
Heifer Calving Rate Is Lowly Heritable In Hereford Cattle (2014), Heather L. Bradford, Daniel W. Moser, Jennifer M. Bormann, Robert L. Weaber
Heifer Calving Rate Is Lowly Heritable In Hereford Cattle (2014), Heather L. Bradford, Daniel W. Moser, Jennifer M. Bormann, Robert L. Weaber
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Reproductive failure is consistently a top reason for culling beef cows from the herd. Culling young females is very costly to commercial producers because a young female hasn't generated enough income to pay for the cost of developing that female. One way to improve reproductive performance in the cowherd is through genetics. Although reproductive traits tend to be lowly heritable, genetic improvement can be made through selection. Beef producers traditionally have selected for increased scrotal circumference to improve female fertility. Scrotal circumference is an indicator trait and is positively correlated to female reproductive performance. Faster genetic improvement could be made …
Administration Of Prostaglandin To Beef Heifers At Time Of Artificial Insemination (2014), Sandra K. Johnson, John R. Jaeger
Administration Of Prostaglandin To Beef Heifers At Time Of Artificial Insemination (2014), Sandra K. Johnson, John R. Jaeger
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
Transportation of sperm is a critical component of reproductive success. Another factor in reproductive success are the contractions of the uterine myometrium, which influence the number of sperm that reach the oviduct. prostaglandin F2α(PG) is present in bull semen and has a variety of functions in reproduction, including stimulating myometrial contractions. Evidence of improved fertility after administration of PG at breeding has been shown in the rabbit, sow, and cow. An injection of PG at the time of insemination improved conception rates in heifers inseminated with semen with only 30% motility. The objective of the study was to determine if …
Effects Of Corn Steep Liquor Supplementation On Performance And Herbivory Patterns Of Beef Cows Grazing Native Range Infested With Sericea Lespedeza (Lespedeza Cuneata) (2014), Garrett W. Preedy, K. C. Olson, Walter H. Fick, Leigh W. Murray
Effects Of Corn Steep Liquor Supplementation On Performance And Herbivory Patterns Of Beef Cows Grazing Native Range Infested With Sericea Lespedeza (Lespedeza Cuneata) (2014), Garrett W. Preedy, K. C. Olson, Walter H. Fick, Leigh W. Murray
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Increased grazing pressure on sericea lespedeza by beef cattle, the most economically relevant herbivore in the region, may slow its spread and facilitate some measure of biological control. Unfortunately, mature plants contain high levels of condensed tannins that decrease protein digestion by beef cattle, and these compounds are potent deterrents to grazing. Supplementing corn steep liquor has been shown to alleviate the negative effects associated with ingestion of condensed tannins when beef cattle are fed prairie hay contaminated with sericea lespedeza. In addition, beef cows supplemented with corn steep liquor did not discriminate between sericea lespedeza-contaminated and sericea lespedeza-free prairie …
Encapsulation Of Flaxseed In A Dolomitic Lime Matrix: Effects On Feedlot Performance And Carcass Characteristics Of Steers Vs. Heifers (2014), G. Feltrin, Christian A. Alvarado-Gilis, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, D. Klamfoth, James S. Drouillard
Encapsulation Of Flaxseed In A Dolomitic Lime Matrix: Effects On Feedlot Performance And Carcass Characteristics Of Steers Vs. Heifers (2014), G. Feltrin, Christian A. Alvarado-Gilis, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, D. Klamfoth, James S. Drouillard
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We have investigated the potential for using hydrated lime to form protective matrices with oil-rich feeds, such as flaxseed, to increase the incorporation of omega-3 fatty acids into meat. Dolomitic lime is mixed with ground flaxseed, water is added, the mixture is blended in a high-speed turbulizer, and the resulting material is then dried to form a granular matrix. During the manufacturing process, a portion of the hydrated lime becomes recarbonated. This recarbonated matrix is ruminally stable, which prevents rumen microbes from converting polyunsaturated oils to saturated fats. Additional recarbonation occurs in the rumen due to exposure to high concentrations …
Electrostatic Spray Cabinet Evaluation To Verify Uniform Delivery Of Chemical And Biological Solutions To Pre-Chilled Meat Animal Carcasses (2014), Randall C. Phebus, Nicholas J. Sevart, Nicholas W. Baumann, Randall K. Phebus
Electrostatic Spray Cabinet Evaluation To Verify Uniform Delivery Of Chemical And Biological Solutions To Pre-Chilled Meat Animal Carcasses (2014), Randall C. Phebus, Nicholas J. Sevart, Nicholas W. Baumann, Randall K. Phebus
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Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC) are a group of bacteria that cause an estimated 265,000 illnesses, 3,600 hospitalizations, and 30 deaths annually in the United States. STEC are frequently associated with raw or undercooked meat products, prompting the beef industry to develop and apply various antimicrobial intervention technologies during processing operations. The application of chemical antimicrobials to carcasses and fabricated cuts using an electrostatic spray (ESS) system (Figure 1) offers several potential advantages for controlling disease-causing pathogens, including enhanced chemical deposition (coverage) profiles, reduced overspray wastage of foodgrade antimicrobials, and reduced water requirements. The objectives of this study were to …
Quality Classification Affects Firmness Of Ground Beef Patties From The Chuck Roll (2014), Emily C. Pownall, Robert S. Mcewan, John A. Unruh, Sally L. Stroda
Quality Classification Affects Firmness Of Ground Beef Patties From The Chuck Roll (2014), Emily C. Pownall, Robert S. Mcewan, John A. Unruh, Sally L. Stroda
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Consumers often use color as the main criteria in selecting meat products, and they associate a bright red color with freshness. Longer display life without discoloration can result in more opportunities to sell the product and greater potential for profit. Flavor, juiciness, and tenderness are also associated with consumer satisfaction. Although grinding offers an opportunity to mechanically minimize differences in tenderness, product quality can affect these sensory properties of ground beef. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of three quality classifications and their combinations on ground beef patty display color stability and sensory attributes evaluated by …
Increasing Postmortem Aging Time Decreases Color And Flavor Stability Of Top Sirloin Steaks (2014), Garret J. Dietz, Terry A. Houser, Bryce M. Gerlach, Koushik Adhikari, John M. Gonzalez, John A. Unruh
Increasing Postmortem Aging Time Decreases Color And Flavor Stability Of Top Sirloin Steaks (2014), Garret J. Dietz, Terry A. Houser, Bryce M. Gerlach, Koushik Adhikari, John M. Gonzalez, John A. Unruh
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Top sirloin butts are commonly blade-tenderized to significantly increase tenderness, but minimal data have shown the relationship between blade tenderization and color stability as well as the effect of extended postmortem aging periods past 30 days on color stability. Tenderness plays a significant role in consumer satisfaction with beef products, and blade tenderization and extended postmortem aging periods are effective ways to ensure that beef cuts are tender. Therefore, the objectives of this study were to: (1) determine color and flavor stability of beef gluteus medius during extended postmortem aging times with and without mechanical tenderization, and (2) determine the …
Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Transport Media On Shiga Toxin-Producing E. Coli Serotypes (2014), Nicholas W. Baumann, A. West, Randall K. Phebus
Evaluating The Effectiveness Of Transport Media On Shiga Toxin-Producing E. Coli Serotypes (2014), Nicholas W. Baumann, A. West, Randall K. Phebus
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One of the key issues involved in accurately testing beef and the environment for the presence of specific bacteria, particularly pathogens such as Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli (STEC), is maintaining the viability of the microorganisms when transporting samples from the field to the laboratory. This process may take up to three days when considering collection, shipping and laboratory preparation times. Allowing the target bacteria to increase or decrease in numbers during transit is undesirable, so samples must be kept chilled and the media used for transport must offer a stable but non-nutritive environment. Three commonly used non-selective transport media were …
Dry Matter Intake Decreases Shortly After Initiation Of Feeding Zilmax During The Summer (2014), Christopher D. Reinhardt, Christopher I. Vahl, Brandon E. Depenbusch
Dry Matter Intake Decreases Shortly After Initiation Of Feeding Zilmax During The Summer (2014), Christopher D. Reinhardt, Christopher I. Vahl, Brandon E. Depenbusch
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Tenderness, juiciness, and flavor play important roles in a satisfactory beef eating experience. All three factors can be affected by management decisions made by producers during the production of beef. Beef producers currently use a multitude of production programs that utilize feed additives such as Rumensin or Tylan (Elanco Animal Health, Greenfield, IN), and growth promotants such as implants and Optaflexx (Elanco Animal Health). Rumensin and Tylan are fed in combination to improve feedlot performance, whereas growth promotants improve feed efficiency, average daily gain, hot carcass weight, and yield grades of carcasses. Although the use of feed additives and growth …
Genetic Relationships Among Temperament, Immune Function, And Carcass Merit (2014), Kerri E. Bates, Robert L. Weaber, Jennifer M. Bormann, Daniel W. Moser, J. L. Salak-Johnson, C. C.L. Chase, R. K. Peel, H. Van Campen, G. H. Loneragan, J. J. Wagner
Genetic Relationships Among Temperament, Immune Function, And Carcass Merit (2014), Kerri E. Bates, Robert L. Weaber, Jennifer M. Bormann, Daniel W. Moser, J. L. Salak-Johnson, C. C.L. Chase, R. K. Peel, H. Van Campen, G. H. Loneragan, J. J. Wagner
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Cattle producers historically have selected for docile temperaments simply for management convenience because calmer animals are conducive to safe environments for their peers as well as their handlers. As many producers would acknowledge, there seems to be a relationship between temperament and health, and calmer cattle tend to frequent the working chute for treatment of disease less often. Positive correlations have been found in cattle between temperament traits (chute scores, pen scores, and chute exit velocities) and cortisol concentration in the blood, suggesting that more excitable cattle are easily stressed (Curley et al., 2006; Cooke et al., 2009). In addition, …
Wheat Straw Improved By Half-Rate Application Of Anhydrous Ammonia (2014), Justin W. Waggoner, R. Reid, Brandon E. Oleen, William R. Hollenbeck, Jody G. Holthaus, A. Sexten, J. Petersilie, Robert L. Weaber, S. Johnson, Dale A. Blasi
Wheat Straw Improved By Half-Rate Application Of Anhydrous Ammonia (2014), Justin W. Waggoner, R. Reid, Brandon E. Oleen, William R. Hollenbeck, Jody G. Holthaus, A. Sexten, J. Petersilie, Robert L. Weaber, S. Johnson, Dale A. Blasi
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Many tons of crop residues and other low-quality forages are produced in Kansas each year. Use of these forages often is limited by their low nutrient content and poor digestibility. The process of applying anhydrous ammonia to low-quality forages enhances their feeding value by increasing crude protein content and dry matter digestibility. In the summer of 2012, the persistence of drought conditions throughout Kansas reduced forage supplies and resulted in a dramatic increase in forage prices. In an effort to aid livestock producers, the K-State Beef Extension Specialist Team, in conjunction with the Livestock Production Program Focus Team, conducted wheat …
Effects Of Optaflexx Alone Or In Combination With Bovantage On The Performance And Carcass Merit Of Finishing Heifers (2014), James S. Drouillard, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, K. A. Miller
Effects Of Optaflexx Alone Or In Combination With Bovantage On The Performance And Carcass Merit Of Finishing Heifers (2014), James S. Drouillard, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, K. A. Miller
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Beta agonists, including Optaflexx (Elanco Animal Health, Greenfield, IN), are now routinely fed to finishing cattle as a means of increasing carcass weight and efficiency of carcass weight gain during the final 20 to 42 days on feed. BoVantage, a product recently introduced by Kent Nutrition Group (Muscatine, IA) for use in feedlot cattle, has been observed to improve efficiency of gain late in the finishing phase. This study was conducted to determine if the actions of BoVantage and Optaflexx are synergistic.
Aging Time Affects Color Stability And Sensory Properties Of Ground Beef Patties Adjusted To A Similar Fat Composition By Combining Subprimals From The Chuck Roll And Knuckle (2014), Brandi D. Cleveland, Robert S. Mcewan, John A. Unruh, C. M. Garner, Sally L. Stroda
Aging Time Affects Color Stability And Sensory Properties Of Ground Beef Patties Adjusted To A Similar Fat Composition By Combining Subprimals From The Chuck Roll And Knuckle (2014), Brandi D. Cleveland, Robert S. Mcewan, John A. Unruh, C. M. Garner, Sally L. Stroda
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Palatability traits of flavor, juiciness, and tenderness are associated with consumer satisfaction. Although grinding offers an opportunity to mechanically minimize differences in tenderness, muscle source and product quality may still affect the sensory properties of ground beef. The objective of this study was to determine the effects of two quality grades (Premium Choice and Select) and vacuum storage aging time (7, 21, and 42 days) before processing on ground beef patty display color from chuck roll and knuckle subprimals combined to obtain a common percentage of fat.
Subprimal Type And Quality Grade Affect Fatty Acid Composition And Cooked Firmness Of Ground Beef Patties (2014), C. M. Garner, John A. Unruh, Melvin C. Hunt, Elizabeth A.E. Boyle, Terry A. Houser, Sally L. Stroda
Subprimal Type And Quality Grade Affect Fatty Acid Composition And Cooked Firmness Of Ground Beef Patties (2014), C. M. Garner, John A. Unruh, Melvin C. Hunt, Elizabeth A.E. Boyle, Terry A. Houser, Sally L. Stroda
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Subprimals can be stored in a vacuum package for extended periods of time at low storage temperatures. The number of days that subprimals may be held before processing can be influenced by the distribution chain, accessibility, and subprimal price fluctuations. Extended vacuum storage before grinding could affect biochemical, oxidative, and microbial properties of these subprimals and influence sensory properties. Our objective was to determine the effects of two subprimal types (chuck roll and knuckle), two quality grades (Premium Choice and Select), and three vacuum-packaged storage aging times before processing (7, 21, and 42 days) on ground beef patty sensory properties.
Aging Premium Choice Chuck Rolls For Minimal Days Maximizes Color Stability And Extends Retail Display Life (2014), C. M. Garner, John A. Unruh, Melvin C. Hunt, Elizabeth A.E. Boyle, Terry A. Houser
Aging Premium Choice Chuck Rolls For Minimal Days Maximizes Color Stability And Extends Retail Display Life (2014), C. M. Garner, John A. Unruh, Melvin C. Hunt, Elizabeth A.E. Boyle, Terry A. Houser
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Subprimals can be stored in a vacuum package for extended periods of time. The number of days that subprimals may be held before processing can be influenced by the distribution chain, accessibility, and subprimal price fluctuations. Extended vacuum storage before grinding could affect biochemical, oxidative, and microbial properties of these subprimals and influence their color stability. Our objective was to determine the effects of two subprimal types (chuck roll and knuckle), two quality grades (Premium Choice and Select), and three vacuum-packaged storage aging times before processing (7, 21, and 42 days) on ground beef patty display color stability.
Aging For 35 Days Does Not Improve Tenderness Of Strip Loin Steaks From Heifers Fed Zilmax (2014), Sara M. Ebarb, Kelsey Phelps, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, James S. Drouillard, John M. Gonzalez
Aging For 35 Days Does Not Improve Tenderness Of Strip Loin Steaks From Heifers Fed Zilmax (2014), Sara M. Ebarb, Kelsey Phelps, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, James S. Drouillard, John M. Gonzalez
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As the world's population continues to expand, demand for food animal products is also increasing; therefore, efficient production is vital. Implants and beta-adrenergic agonists such as Zilmax (Merck Animal Health, Summit, NJ) improve average daily gain and feed efficiency in feedlot cattle. Use of these growth technologies also increases hot carcass weight and muscle mass. Although use of implants and Zilmax increases efficiency of beef production, these products also negatively affect meat quality characteristics such as marbling and tenderness. Some research reports conclude that wet aging meat for extended periods of time can alleviate tenderness issues caused by exogenous growth …
Comparison Of Conventional And Alltech Beef Pn Finishing Programs: Meat Water-Holding Capacity And Tenderness (2014), Kelsey Phelps, K. A. Miller, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, J. Jennings, Brandon E. Depenbusch, James S. Drouillard, John M. Gonzalez
Comparison Of Conventional And Alltech Beef Pn Finishing Programs: Meat Water-Holding Capacity And Tenderness (2014), Kelsey Phelps, K. A. Miller, Cadra L. Van Bibber-Krueger, J. Jennings, Brandon E. Depenbusch, James S. Drouillard, John M. Gonzalez
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
Tenderness, juiciness, and flavor play important roles in a satisfactory beef eating experience. All three factors can be affected by management decisions made by producers during the production of beef. Beef producers currently use a multitude of production programs that utilize feed additives such as Rumensin or Tylan (Elanco Animal Health, Greenfield, IN), and growth promotants such as implants and Optaflexx (Elanco Animal Health). Rumensin and Tylan are fed in combination to improve feedlot performance, whereas growth promotants improve feed efficiency, average daily gain, hot carcass weight, and yield grades of carcasses. Although the use of feed additives and growth …
Field Research 2014, Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station And Cooperative Extension Service
Field Research 2014, Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station And Cooperative Extension Service
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
The research program at the East Central Kansas Experiment Field is designed to keep area crop producers abreast of technological advances in agronomic agriculture. Specific objectives are to (1) identify top performing varieties and hybrids of wheat, corn, soybean, and grain sorghum; (2) establish the amount of tillage and crop residue cover needed for optimum crop production; (3) evaluate weed and disease control practices using chemical, no chemical, and combination methods; and (4) test fertilizer rates, timing, and application methods for agronomic proficiency and environmental stewardship. Contributors: E.A. Adee, Assistant Professor, Kansas River Valley Experiment Field, Topeka I. Campitti, Assistant …
2014 Agricultural Research Southeast Agricultural Research Center, Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station And Cooperative Extension Service
2014 Agricultural Research Southeast Agricultural Research Center, Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station And Cooperative Extension Service
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
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Director's Report Of Research In Kansas 2014, Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station
Director's Report Of Research In Kansas 2014, Kansas State University. Agricultural Experiment Station
Kansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Reports
This report contains the title, author, and publication information for manuscripts published by station scientists.