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Louisiana Agriculture Fall, 2005, Lsu Agcenter

Louisiana Agriculture

No abstract provided.

Nebline, October 2005

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Students Prepare for Careers at UNL College of Ag and Natural Resources
CASNR’s “Ensuring Your Future Guarantee”
Check Out UNL and CASNR
Drying Gourds
Deep Watering Trees in Fall can Prevent Winter Drying Injury
Gladiola Fall Care
Storing Vegetables
Farmer Question: How Can I Reduce Energy Costs When Drying Grain?
Avoid Pasture Damage During Fall Grazing
Food Safety 101: USDA Offers Tips for College Students
One-Dish Rosemary Chicken and White Beans Recipe
Healthy Desserts Presentation, Nov. 15
Breakfast Power
How Healthy is Your Home? Be Aware of Indoor Air Pollutants
President’s Notes — Janet’s Jargon
FCE News & Events
Household …

Nebline, September 2005

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Now is a Good Time to Start a 4-H Club!
Spotlight on a New 4-H Club: Happy Hearts
4-H Kick Off, Sept. 20
Harvesting and Storing Apples
Garden Plants with Silver Foliage
Holiday Plants, Will They Bloom Again?
Swarming Midges near Capital Beach
Hands-On Termite Applicator Training, Sept. 28 & 20
Itch Mites Increasing in Oak Galls: Be Prepared for a Possible Itch Mite Outbreak
Pollution Prevention Participation
Harvest Safety Reminders
Women in Agriculture Conference Sept. 15–16
Prepare Bins Before Harvest to Maintain Grain Quality and Value
Scrap Tire Collection
Resting Pastures — the Key to More Productive Pastures
Upcoming …

Basic Show Steer Feeding And Care, Darrell Rothlisberger

All Current Publications

The junior livestock program is a unique opportunity to use live animals to help youth develop. Youth learn something about agriculture and livestock production and develop an appreciation for the livestock industry.

The Leading Object: September 2005

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Content:
Perspectives by John C. Owens
CASNR Leads All UNL Colleges In Fall Semester Enrollment Gain
NCTA Enrollment Up 23 Percent
UNL Helped Schroeder Become ‘Constant Learner’
Hibberd Represents IANR During Trade Mission to Cuba
UNL Extension Receives Conservation Award
Hurricane Katrina Sends Two to Gulf, Exchange Student to CASNR
Drought Mitigation Center Develops Web-based Tool
OEA Awarded to Computer Specialist
Koelsch Receives Engineering Award
IANR Innovation Grants Available

Distribution And Abundance Of Pest Animals In Western Australia: A Survey Of Institutional Knowledge, Andrew P. Woolnough, Garry S. Gray, Tim J. Lowe, Winifred E. Kirkpatrick, Ken Rose, Gary R. Martin

Agriculture reports

Data on the distribution and abundance of selected pest animals were obtained for the state of Western Australia. We used institutional knowledge from the Department of Agriculture (DAWA) and the Department of Conservation and Land Management (CALM) to acquire this important information.A two-part survey process was used to capture knowledge in 104 face-to-face interviews. The first part of the survey was a questionnaire designed to capture local-area information about pest animals. The second part of the survey, a mapping exercise, was designed to capture information about the distribution and abundance of specific pest animals. The key to the mapping exercise …

Agricultural Research Division News - August 2005

Agricultural Research Division: News and Annual Reports

Volume 38, Number 4. Comments from the Interim Dean, Z. B. Mayo; National Coalition for Rural Entrepreneurship; Hardin Distinguished Graduate Fellowship 2005-2006; Widaman Trust Distinguished Graduate Assistant Award 2005-2006; IANR Research Travel Grants; John and Louise Skala Fellowship 2005-2006; Al Moseman International Studies Fund 2005-2006; Shear-Miles Fellowship 2005-2006; New or Revised Projects May and June 2005; Proposals Submitted for Federal Grants May and June 2005; New Design to ARD News; Grants and Contracts Received for May and June 2005

Extended Visions, July/August 2005

Extended Visions Newsletter (ARDC)

Contents:
Introducing the August N. Christenson Research and Education Building
Extension
About the People
Ag & Natural Resources
Agro-Environmental Trail Project
Behind the Scenes - Program
Planning and Management
Building Leaders for a Stronger Future
Community Resource Development and Leadership
4-H Program
Health and Living
Horticulture Extension in Saunders County
Livestock Production
Science-Based School Enrichment
The Structure of Extension
Calendar of Events
Director's Comments
Introducing the August N. Christenson Research and Education Building
Farm Safety Topic of UNMC Tours
It’s Fair Time In Saunders County
Upcoming Training and Field Days
Crop Management Diagnostic Clinics
Solution Days
Soybean Management Field Days

Nebline, August 2005

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

4-H Food Booth at County Fair: Volunteers Have Fun, Rewarding Experience
Support 4-H by Supporting the 4-H Corner Stop
Booth Funds 4-H Council Activities
Household Hints: Energy Saving Ideas
  President’s Notes — Janet’s Jargon
Praise and Encouragement
2005 Scholarship Winner
Pack Your Street Sense When You Pack Your Bags
New Effective Mosquito Repellents Less Greasy, Odor Free
Control Mosquito Populations
Scrap Tire Collection Sept. 24 & 25
Using Natural Enemies to Control Pests
Some Beneficial Predators
Soybean Management Field Day, Aug. 12
Plant Alfalfa in August
St. Johnswort in Lancaster County
Free Soybean Cyst Nematode Sample Kits Available
Ammoniate Wheat …

The Leading Object: August 2005

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Contents:
Perspectives: John C. Owens
IANR Research Advances Smart Chicken
Plant Pathologists Honored
NCTA to Offer New Associate Degree
Messersmith’s Path Leads to Agriculture Broadcasting
State Fair Resurrects Bigger and Better 4-H Cyber Fair
Animal Science Awards Given
Dickey Takes CSREES Position
Entomologist Identifies Beetle Fossil
Lindgren Receives Society’s Award
Educators Receive Awards at Meeting
Crews Honored

College Of Agricultural Sciences And Natural Resources: 12th Annual Report August 1, 2004-July 31, 2005

College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR): Annual Reports

It is our pleasure to provide the Twelfth Annual Report for the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources (CASNR). We believe in the importance of reflecting on the accomplishments of our faculty, staff and students. The annual report offers the opportunity to review the year, and serves as an archive of accomplishments for our College. This report covers the period August 1, 2004 to July 31, 2005.

The college enjoyed another year of accomplishments and change. The students excelled, the faculty’s enthusiasm for the academic mission continued to thrive and campus programming expanded. Clearly, the most visible activity this …

Sheep Updates 2005 - Part 6, Sarah Pugh, Giles Glasson, Ed Barrett-Lennard, Hayley Norman, Matt Wilmot, Meir Altman, Kelly Pearce, Sally Phelan, David Masters, Nadine Eva, Brad Wooldridge, Stephen Gherardi, Lucy Anderton, Gonzalo Mata, P. Sanford, J Young, Tim Wiley, Richard Quinlan, Chris Oldham, Mike Hyder, Mandy Curnow, Samantha Giles, Andrew Thompson

Sheep Updates

This session covers seven papers from different authors:

PASTURES/GRAZING

1. New annual pastures - quality and quantity for fodder conservation?, Sarah Pugh and Giles Glasson, Department of Agriculture Western Australia

2. Saltland Pastures: Dispelling some Myths, Ed Barrett-Lennard^1,3, Hayley Norman^2,3, Matt Wilmat^2,3, Meir Altman,³, Kelly Pearce^2,3, Sally Phelan⁴, David Masters^2,3, ^1. Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, ² CSIRO Livestock Industries, Floreat, WA, ³. CRC for Plant-based Management of Dryland Salinity ⁴. Saltland Pastures Association

3. Pastures: Putting profit back into sandplain, Nadine Eva, Department …

Sheep Updates 2005 - Part 7, S. M. Liu, A. C. Schlink, J. R. Williams, M. E. Dowling, J. C. Greeff, Roy Butler, Keith Croker, L. G. Butler, Rob Davidson, Ken Hart, Doug Harrington, Mario D'Antuono, Julian Gardner, Geoff Duddy, R. G. Woodgate, A. Le Feuvre, A Bailey, R. B. Besier, N. Campbell, I. Carmichael, S. Love, Richard Stovold

Sheep Updates

This session covers eight papers from different authors:

POSTERS

1. Sulpher in wool and its implications for fleece weight and sheep health, SM Liu, AC Schlink, JR Williams, CSIRO Livestock Industries Wembley WA, ME Dowling,JCGreef, Department of Agriculture Western Australia.

2. Stubbles for sheep: a reality check, Roy Butler, Keith Croker, Department of Agriculture Western Australia.

3. Genetic benchmarking using artificial insemination, LC Butler, JC Greeff, Department of Agriculture Western Australia.

4. The potential lambing performances of ewes in mixed age flocks, Kieth Croker, Department of Agriculture Western Australia, Rob Davidson, WAMMCO International, formally University of Western Australia, Ken Hart, …

Sheep Updates 2005 - Part 4, Lucy Anderton, John Young, Rob Davidson, Keith Croker, Ken Hart, Tim Wiese, B. M. Thomson, I Williams, J. R. Briegel, J. C. Greeff, N. R. Adams, E. N. Bermingham, Sue Hatcher, Gordon Refshauge, Emma Kopke, Ross Kingwell, K. E. Kemper, M. L. Hebart, F. D. Brien, K. S. Jaensch, R. J. Grimson, D. H. Smith, Melanie Dowling, A. (Tony) Schlink, John Karlsson

Sheep Updates

This session covers twelve papers from different authors:

REPRODUCTION

1. Is it worth increasing investment to increase lambing percentages? Lucy Anderton Department of Agriculture Western Australia.

2. What value is a lamb? John Young, Farming Systems Analysis Service, Kojonup, WA

3. Providing twin-bearing ewes with extra energy at lambing produces heavier lambs at marking. Rob Davidson WAMMCO International,, formerly University of Western Australia; Keith Croker, Ken Hart, Department of Agriculture Western Australia, Tim Wiese, "Chuckem", Highbury, Western Australia.

GENETICS

4. Underlying biological cause of trade-off between meat and wool. Part 1. Wool and muscle glycogen, BM Thomson, I Williams, University …

Sheep Updates 2005 - Contents, Department Of Agriculture Western Australia

Sheep Updates

No abstract provided.

Sheep Updates 2005 - Part 5, Geoff Duddy, Brent Mcloud, John Sullivan, T. J. Mahar, A. Balasingam, J. H. Stanton, K. M. S. Curtis, P. R. Lamb, Eliza Dowling, Ned Crossley, Surrender Mann, Lucy Anderton, Matthew Kelly, Andrew Swan, Ian Mcfarland, Di Evans, K. Bell, D. Sackett, Robin Jacob

Sheep Updates

This session covers eleven papers from different authors; MARKET INFORMATION 1. Crystal Spring - Crystal clear and consistant, Geoff Duddy, Livestock Officer (Sheep & Wool) Yanco, NSW, Brent McLoud, (Product Development Officer) Cowra, NSW, John Sullivan, J.J Dresser and Co (Agent), Woodstock, NSW 2. An overview of Recent Developments in Dark and Medullated Fibre Testing, T.J. Mahar, A. Balasingam, AWTA Ltd 3. Opportunities and Implications for Wool Producers of the TEAM3 Prediction Equations, J.H. Stanton12 K.M.S. Curtis1 , 1Department of Agriculture Western Australia, 2 Curtin University, WA 4. Premiums and Discounts for Fibre Properties in Superfine Wool, Now and in …

Sheep Updates 2005 - Part 3, Rob Davidson, David Pethick, C. F. Engelke, B. D. Siebert, K. Gregg, A-D G. Wright, P. E. Vercoe, Robin Jacob, Russell Barnett, Joanne Sneddon, Sandra Brown, G. Rose, C. Kabore, J Dart, Stuart Adams

Sheep Updates

This session covers seven papers from different authors: CUSTOMER 1. Benefits VIAscanR to producers and WAMMCO, Rob Davidson, Supply Development Manager, David Pethick, School of Veterinary and Biomedical Studies, Murdock University. 2. Healthy fats in lamb: how WA lambs compare with others, C. F. Engelke Animal Biology, University of Western Australia, bCSIRO Livestock Industries, Western Australia B.D. Siebert, Department of Animal Science, University of Adelaide, South Australia, K. Gregg, Centre for High-Throughput Agricultural Genetic Analysis, Murdoch University, Western Australia. A-D.G. Wright CSIRO Livestock Industries, Western Australia, P.E Vercoe Animal Biology, University of Western Australia 3. Shelf life of fresh lamb …

Yearly Forage Production Of Irrigated Pastures Grazed By Cow-Calf Pairs As Affected By The Timing Of Sprinkler Irrigation Application, R. D. Wiedmeier

All Current Publications

In many desert states in the Intermountain West cow-calf operators face two major problems.

Nebline, July 2005

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Avoid Portion Distortion With MyPyramid’s Specific Guidelines
Mandevilla — Tropical Vine with Showy Flowers
Fragrance in the Garden
Garden Guide: Things to do this month
Most Leaf Galls Don’t Harm Trees
Traveling This Summer? Find Bedbugs in Hotel Rooms Before They Find You!
Household Hazardous Waste Collections, June 24 & 25
Some Insects Thrive on Rat Poison
P3 Intern Working at Extension
Pine Wilt Disease
How to Sample for Pinewood Nematode
Pine Species to Avoid Planting
Presentation on Sustainable Agriculture, July 8
Predicting the Last Irrigation for Corn, Milo and Soybeans
Irrigating Summer Turf
In Hot Weather, Raise Mower Height …

The Leading Object: July 2005

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Content:
Perspectives: John C. Owens
Leadership Plenty Helps Build Community Leaders
Faculty Award to Honor Nelson
Frickel Receives OEA
New Campus Courtyard Reflects History
Life Challenge Brings 4-H’ers Together
Former Extension Administrator Dies
Ibach Fulfilling His Goal of Serving Agriculture
Fritz, Wheeler Receive New Appointments

Evaluation And Perceived Impacts Of The North-Central Region Sare Grants, 1988-2002, Shirley K. Trout, Charles A. Francis, John E. Barbuto Jr.

Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication: Faculty Publications

Evaluation of government-funded programs is essential to identify ways in which initial funding makes an impact and programs can improve. The purpose of this study was to understand the value of the North Central Region's Sustainable Agricultural Research and Education (SARE) grants operated through the United States Department of Agriculture, from their inception through 2002. Using both quantitative and qualitative data, impacts were explored from the perspective of former grant recipients. Survey data were collected from 171 former SARE and 33 interviews conducted with grant recipients who represented three different grant "families"--researchers, producers and educators. Descriptive, comparative, and exploratory analyses …

The Leading Object: June 2005

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Content:
Perspectives: John C. Owens
Nelson leaves whirlwind for slower pace
June proclaimed Dairy Month
Raun’s discovery benefits cattle industry
Extension assists in Karzai visit
Lauritzen Gardens new NSA affiliate
Vidaver named to national biosecurity board
Lagrimini new Department Head
ARDC Building named after August Christenson

Extended Visions, May/June 2005

Extended Visions Newsletter (ARDC)

Contents:
A Closer Look at the Saunders County Extension Board and 4-H Council
ARDC Feature – Biological Systems Engineering
Bringing Engineering and Technology to Agriculture
Big Red Truths
A University of Nebraska Education is a Prize Winning Education!
Calendar of Events
Cooperative Extension Impact
Crop Management Winter Programs
Director’s Comments
Celebration of Milestones
Luetkenhaus Honored at ARDC Reception
MEAD Magnet School Update
A New Twist on Those Creepy Crawlers
Upcoming Training and Field Days
Midsummer Diagnostic Clinics
Late Season Diagnostic Clinics
Yield Monitor Training
Solution Days
Soybean Management Field Days
Why Attend Crop Management Diagnostic Clinica?

A Comparison Of Intrauterine And Cervical Artificial Insemination Rods On Farrowing Rate And Litter Size In Artificially Mated Sows, Robert Fitzgerald

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

This experiment compared the effects of two artificial insemination (AI) rods on farrowing rate and number of piglets born per litter. Three hundred eighty-nine sows were allotted into two experimental groups based on parity, body condition, and breed of sire influence of the sows. One hundred ninety-three matings were performed using the experimental intrauterine rod, and one hundred ninety-six matings were performed using the traditional cervical rod as the control. Total number of piglets born per litter was measured after each sow farrowed, and the farrowing rates were calculated at the end of the study. Farrowing rates were 68% and …

The Leading Object: May 2005

Leading Object

Content:
Perspectives by John C. Owens
UNL’s NAMA Chapter Captures Top Award
Nebraska Food Cooperative in the Works
Biochemistry Professor Honored
Raun’s Career Focused on Helping Others with Farming
Students’ Floral Designs Complement Artwork
Farming Together Workshop Helps Families
Mayo New Interim Associate Dean of ARD
Wagner Receives KUDO
Roeber Takes Post at Academic Affairs
OEA Goes to Larsen
Early Pickup on Display at Tractor Museum
ARDC, Barta Building Celebrations Planned

Agricultural Research Division News --June 2005

Agricultural Research Division: News and Annual Reports

Comments from the Dean- Darrell W. Nelson; ARD Internship Richard Ferguson; Strategic Planning in IANR; Sampson Range and Pasture Management Endowments; IANR Priority Goals 2005-2008; Anna Elliott Proposals; ARD Interdisciplinary Research Grants Program; Recognition of Junior Faculty for Excellence in Research; Layman Awards; ARD Advisory Council Election Results; Undergraduate Honors Research Program; William G. Whitmore Student Travel Endowment; David H. & Annie E. Larrick Fund 2005; ARD Web site has a “New Look” ; Revised UNL Commodity Board Guidelines; New or Revised Projects — March and April 2005; Proposals Submitted for Federal Grants —March and April 2005; Grants and Contracts …

Nebline, May 2005

NEBLINE Newsletter Archive from Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County

Successful Shade Gardening: Key is Proper Plant Choice, Care
Why So Many Weeds?
2005 All-America Roses
Flowers That Tower
Be Good to Your Worms
Winged Termites or Ants?
Thirteen-lined Ground Squirrels
What is Mange?
Soybean Rust is on the Horizon
Effect of Increasing Energy Prices on Farming Costs
Pioneer Farm Award Nominations Due May 1
Buying High-Quality Trees
Conserving Water in the Landscape
NEP Partners with LPS to Teach Nutrition in Teen Parenting Classes
Cocoa-Berry Yogurt Tarts Recipe
Enjoy Beef Nutrition during May, National Beef Month
Mexican Beef Salad Recipe
Fruit Slush Recipe
Spicy Ranch Dressing Recipe
President’s Notes — …

Nlis National Livestock Identification System. Frequently Asked Questions, Department Of Agriculture, Western Australia

Animal production and livestock published reports

Replaces Miscellaneous Publication 29/2004

Which was issued in December 2004

Traceability is fast becoming the most prominent issue between global livestock trading partners. In the future, international markets will demand assurances that individual animals can be adequately traced for the whole of that animal's life , through multiple transactions, and ultimately to its property of birth.

In Australia, the National Livestock identification System or NLIS is the national system for lifetime traceability of livestock. NLIS will enable rapid trace back through all movements made by that animal to the property of that animal's birth in the event of a disease …

Permeability Of Corn, Soybeans, And Soft Red And White Winter Wheat As Affected By Bulk Density, Michael D. Montross, Samuel G. Mcneill

Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Faculty Publications

Darcy’s law is a function of viscosity, permeability, and velocity and can be used to predict the airflow resistance in granular materials at low air velocities. Permeability also governs the magnitude of natural convection currents during periods of non-aerated grain storage. The permeability of corn, soybeans, soft white winter wheat, and soft red winter wheat were measured as a function of bulk density and moisture content. Air was passed through a column of grain and the flow rate and pressure drop measured. Bulk density and kernel density were also measured to determine the porosity of grain in the test column. …

Crop Yield Response To Precision Deep Tillage, Larry G. Wells, Timothy S. Stombaugh, Scott A. Shearer

Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering Faculty Publications

Experimental precision deep tillage was applied at three sites in central Kentucky with relatively well-drained silt loam soils in no-till crop production. Fields were divided into 0.4 ha (1 ac) grid cells using DGPS mapping. Assessment of soil compaction by machinery traffic was made using multiple soil cone penetrometer measurements and expressed as cone index (CI). Corn, wheat, and soybean yields were depressed in grid cells with CI_avg ≥ 1.5 MPa (218 psi) prior to application of tillage treatments at sites 1 and 3, whereas at site 2, where most of the highest average CI values ranged from 1.44 …