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Application Of Healthy Grains And Its Products In Dairy Processing, Zan Xuemei, Liu Ming, Meng Ning, Liu Yanxiang, Tan Bin, Liu Yixiang, Ni Hui

Food and Machinery

This paper summarizes the processing technology and characteristics of healthy cereals and their products, introduces the application progress of healthy cereals and their products in dairy processing field, and further discusses the problems and development direction in the development of healthy cereals and dairy products in China.

Effects Of Malondialdehyde Oxidation On Structure And Functional Properties Of Seeds-Watermelon Seed Protein, Gao Jin, Manonose Tariroupenyu, Li Zhihao, Wang Ping, Yu Xiongwei, Li Shugang

Food and Machinery

This study used seeds-watermelon seed protein as research object, and the effects of lipid per oxidation product, Malondialdehyde (MDA) on its structure and gelling properties were investigated by means of circular dichroism spectroscopy and texture analyzer etc. The results showed that the surface hydrophobicity of seeds-watermelon seed protein decreased from 10 229 to 2 459, and the β-sheet content in the secondary structure increased, and the irregular curl content decreased; the oxidation of MDA made the gelling strength of seeds-watermelon seed protein gradually deteriorate, the water-holding capacity first decreased and then increased, and the oil-holding trend was opposite; when the …

Analysis Of Children's Food Packaging Image And Color Preferences Based On Cognitive Psychology, Huang Lu

Food and Machinery

The rules of the development of modern children's cognitive psychology were expounded and the development characteristics of cognitive psychology and artistic performance of children aged 3~12 years were analyzed combined with the actual research results. After obtaining the children's preference for food packaging in terms of image and color, some suggestions on how packaging design could satisfy children's purchasing emotional and psychological needs were given, from both image and color according to children's physical and mental development characteristics.

Effects Of Bio-Preservation Liquid Combined With Vacuum Packaging On The Preservation Of Mackerel, Ouyang Rui, Wang Zhihui, Li Lipeng, Su Yuhang, Xiang Leiwen, Shi Yuande

Food and Machinery

Taking the volatile base nitrogen as the index, and the addition amount of tea polyphenol, chitosan and nisin as the single factor, the optimal formula of the composite biological preservation liquid was determined by the response surface method optimization, and the effect of vacuum packaging compound bio-preservation liquid on the mackerel was studied, simultaneously. The results showed that the compound preservative prepared by 0.22 g/L tea polyphenol, 5.00 g/L chitosan and 0.35 g/L nisin had the best effect on fresh-keeping of mackerel at -4 ℃. Compared with control groups of the composite biological preservation liquid and the distilled water control …

Effects Of Three Kinds Of Preservatives And Their Complexation On The Refrigerated Quality Of Rainbow Trout, Shen Qiuxia, Li Mingyuan, Zhu Keyong, Qian Yang, Xu Tongtong, Wu Lichuan, Yuan Yang

Food and Machinery

To research the effects of tea polyphenol, chitosan and lemon juice on the quality of refrigerated rainbow trout fillets stored at 4 ℃, the fresh-keeping effects were listed as follows: sensory, total volatile basic nitrogen (TVB-N) value and total viable counts. The ratio of the three preservatives was optimized by single factor and response surface methodology. The results showed that the three preservatives inhibited the sensory evaluation, TVB-N value and total viable counts of the fillets compared with the control group during storage. The fresh-keeping effects were as follows: chitosan>tea polyphenol>lemon juice. There was a significant interaction between …

Optimization Of Different Extraction Processes Of Sour Jujube Juice And Study On Its Antioxidant Activity, Shi Liqi, Zhang Yanqing, Qi Wuqin, Wang Qing, Xie Junbo

Food and Machinery

The effect of three different methods, including ultrasonic extraction，enzymatic extraction and ultrasound-assisted enzymatic extraction, and the extraction of sour jujube juice was optimized. Moreover, the total phenol, total sugar content and antioxidant activity of the extracts were compared. The response surface method was used to optimize the extraction process, and the antioxidant activity of jujube juice was evaluated by ABTS scavenging, DPPH scavenging and hydroxyl radical scavenging test. The results demonstrated that under the control of the optimal conditions, the extraction rates of ultrasonic method, enzymatic method and ultrasonic-assisted enzymatic hydrolysis were 67.37%, 69.47% and 74.49%. The optimal ultrasonic-assisted enzymatic …

Further Thoughts On The Brazilian Grain Market, Its Competitiveness And Its Challenges, Fabio Mattos

Cornhusker Economics

In previous articles in this space (on 6/20/2018 and 6/19/2019), I talked about recent developments and challenges for Brazilian grain markets. We discussed that one of the main obstacles for Brazilian competitiveness is the country’s logistics system. In those articles, we focused more on transportation and how higher marketing costs are explained by the poor infrastructure in Brazil and the modes of transportation used to haul grain to export ports. Today we will talk a bit more about this point, and then address another dimension of the logistics challenge in Brazil.

As previously discussed, the major agricultural area in Brazil …

Spring Black Rot-Resistant Cabbage Cultivar Evaluation, Chris Smigell, John Strang, John Snyder

Midwest Vegetable Trial Reports

Fourteen green fresh-market cabbage cultivars were evaluated at the University of Kentucky horticultural farm in Lexington in a replicated trial to evaluate their performance in Central Kentucky. Cultivars were listed in seed catalogs as having black rot (Xanthomonas campestris) resistance or tolerance. Cultivars were grown on bare soil following University of Kentucky recommendations to commercial cabbage growers. Plants were not inoculated with X. campestris, and Badge SC bactericide was applied once early in the season. ‘Lucky Ball’ was the top-performing early-season cultivar, being consistently tender, sweet to slightly sweet, and having little to no sulfur aftertaste. Its …

Trouble At Old River: An Economic Evaluation Of An Avulsion On United States Soybean Trade, Patrice Maria Lazard

LSU Master's Theses

The Mississippi River is an essential asset to agricultural trade given that its existence contributes to a cost-efficient transportation system. Barge travel allows large amounts of soybeans and other bulk commodities to be transported at low costs. Currently, barge costs are the lowest relative to those of other modes. Although there has been increasing competition for soybean shares from other countries in the global market, low transportation costs of soybeans, grain, and other oilseed crops allow the United States to retain its competitive advantage in the world soybean market. The Mississippi River’s urgency to change course and possibly eliminate barge …

Old Order Mennonites In New York: Cultural And Agricultural Growth, Judson Reid

Journal of Amish and Plain Anabaptist Studies

New York is experiencing dramatic population growth among horse-and-buggy driving populations. Farming is recognized as essential to the maintenance of these cultures. Nationally, these groups, particularly in larger settlements, struggle to stay active in farming. However, Old Order Mennonites run contrary to trends within the plain sects as well as agriculture at large. With over 570 households, a central New York settlement of Groffdale Conference Mennonites grew by 2,700% over the last three decades. They have one of the highest percentages of their population in agriculture, operating 99% of the dairy farms in the area, yet with a herd size …

Major Challenges Of Us Goat Producers And Way Forward, Tom Boyer

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

Abstract

Three limiting resources to feed the world in the future are arable land, water, and Ag talent. Obviously, goat production is in this mix, because we need to use appropriate technology to improve goat production. Also, goat production is influenced by imports, markets, and a fragmented industry. Although imports may be good to fill in shortfalls in production, they may harm the industry due to their relatively lower prices compared to domestically produced goat meat. The markets are unstructured and generally lack accurate price discovery, which ultimately, makes pricing difficult. Furthermore, there have been the challenges of a fragmented …

Extension Goat Industry: The Source For Science Based Knowledge, David Kiesling

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

Abstract

The eXtension Website provides research-based information in ten resource areas: Community, Disaster Issues, Energy, Environment, Family, Farm, Health and Nutrition, Lawn and Garden, Pest Management, and Youth. Under each resource area are Communities of Practice (CoP). The Goat Industry Website (http://www.extension.org/goat) is a specific community of practice on the eXtension site that provides scientifically-based information for goat producers, extension educators and consumers. Currently, this site contains announcements, a glossary of terms, a meat goat management tool and instructional videos. Additionally, there is information on breeds, economics and business planning, facilities, fiber production, genetics, health, marketing, management, milk products, nutrition, …

Preface

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

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Best Management Practices For Internal Parasite Control In Small Ruminants, Susan Schoenian, Enrique Nelson

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

Abstract

Internal parasites represent a significant obstacle to a profitable and sustainable US goat industry. In some states, internal parasites are a year-round problem, while in others, they are a more seasonal challenge. Traditionally, parasite control methods relied heavily on antiparasitic drugs called anthelmintics or dewormers. Continued use and misuse of these drugs have resulted in increasingly resistant worm populations, necessitating more holistic or integrated methods of parasite control. A combination of practices will usually be necessary to achieve a satisfactory level of control. This paper discusses best management practices for controlling internal parasites in small ruminants, including pasture and …

Table Of Contents

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

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Reproductive Technologies Used To Make Goats More Efficient, Seyedmehdi Mobini

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

Abstract

With the introduction of Boer and Kiko breeds for meat goat production in the United States, more emphasis is being placed on the reproductive management to increase the number of offspring born and weaned and the frequency with which they are produced. It is also desirable to produce out of season kids to take advantage of a market premium for milk and meat. Reproductive manipulations, commercial Artificial Insemination (AI) programs using fresh or frozen semen, and Embryo Transfer (ET) have been developed and are in use most commonly in goats for reproductive efficiency.

Keywords: Meat Goats, Reproductive Technology, Reproductive …

Comparison Of Unused Water And Year-Old Used Water For Production Of Channel Catfish In The Biofloc Technology System, Bartholomew W. Green, Kevin K. Schrader, Steven D. Rawles, Carl D. Webster, Matthew E. Mcentire

United States Department of Agriculture-Agricultural Research Service / University of Nebraska-Lincoln: Faculty Publications

Since excreted feed nitrogen is bio-transformed efficiently in a fully functional mixotrophic biofloc technology production system, re-using this biofloc water over multiple production cycles should be beneficial. The present study, conducted in an outdoor biofloc technology production system, evaluated impacts on fish production characteristics and mineral status, common microbial off-flavors, and water quality dynamics for channel catfish (Ictalurus punctatus) reared in one-year-old waters with low or high total suspended solids used previously for two consecutive catfish biofloc studies or in unused (new) water. Total suspended solids were maintained at 300 to 400 mg/L in the unused and low …

Current Situation And Future Prospects Of The Us Goat Industry, Steve Hart, Roger Merkel, Terry Gipson

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

Abstract

The current demand for goat meat in the US outstrips domestic supply. There is great potential for industry growth in the meat and dairy sectors. Whereas fiber prices have improved, loss of animals and market resources, labor costs for shearing, and lack of animal genetic resources prevent growth in the short term. As producers age, there is opportunity for new producers to enter the marketplace. Significant challenges exist, like access to local markets and abattoirs, dewormer resistant parasites, and feed costs. Establishing goat feedlots can increase meat supply and industry commercialization. Technologies used for cattle will be expanded for …

History Of The U.S. Goat Industry, Terry A. Gipson

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

Abstract

Goats were first domesticated in the Fertile Crescent and then spread throughout the world. Goats were brought to North America into the southwestern U.S. in the 17^th century by early Spanish explorers and clergy. These goats are the ancestors of the Spanish goat of Texas and the Lamancha breed of California. English and other European settlers also brought their goats as they moved into the eastern U.S in the 18^th century. Angora goats were first imported in the U.S. in the mid-19^th century and the earliest importation of officially recognized dairy goat breeds occurred in the …

Goat Mortality Composting, Roger Merkel

Professional Agricultural Workers Journal

One lawful method to dispose of animal carcasses is composting. Mortality composting is a “green” method that provides the producer with valuable soil amendments. Composting sites should be away from water sources and public areas. Some states require a facility and/or permit for carcass composting so producers should contact their State Veterinarian. Animal composting generates little to no odor and generates temperatures high enough to kill pathogens. Mortality composting is an aerobic process and requires a proper C:N ratio achieved by using a high carbon source to envelop the carcass, moisture content of roughly 50%, and available oxygen. Common composting …