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Effects Of Mixed Strains Optimized From Sourdoughs On Quality Of Steamed Bread With Tartary Buckwheat Bran, Wang Xueting, Du Muying, Liao Yuting, He Rui, Li Yuzhu, Zsolt Zalán

Food and Machinery

The study was aimed to research the effect of mixed strains optimized from sourdoughs on the quality of steamed bread with tartary buckwheat bran, through sensory quality, texture profile analysis and SPME-GC-MS analysis. The Angel Yeast and Hungary yeast considered as control groups. The results showed that: the order of sensory evaluation was mixed strains (82.2±2.3) > Hungary yeast (80.9±1.3) > Angel yeast (77.1±1.4); the hardness, chewiness, cohesiveness, gumminess and resilience of fermented steamed bread with mixed strains was the best one; on the springiness, the steamed bread fermented with Hungary yeast was the best one. In flavor compounds, Angel yeast, Hungary …

The Effects Of Operating Parameters Of Cigarette Making Machine On Cigarette Yield, Yao Ermin, Shao Ning, Li Xiao, Jiang Xuebing, Zhang Mingya, Xu Xiufeng

Food and Machinery

The effects of cigarette machine operating parameters were studied on the yield of different grades of cigarettes. The effects of operating parameters, such as the amount of running silk, yarn feeding and yarn supply and the volume of ticking, on the yield of cigarettes A, B and C were studied by uniform design method. The results were as follows. ① The polynomial models of the running parameters and yield of different grades cigarettes were established. for A grades, it was Y_A=27.500+0.704X₂+1.72E-03X^2.08₁-2.110E-03X₁X₃; for B grades, it was Y_B= …

Research Progress On Transport Vibration Damage And Effects Of Fruits On Its Postharvest Physiology Characteristics And Quality, Jiang Bao

Food and Machinery

In our country, truck transport vibration is the important reason which leads to mechanical damage and quality decreased of fruits during storage and transportation. This paper was on the basis of the analysis of the vehicle vibration in the process of truck transportation, and influencing factors, focused on the latest process in effects of transport vibration on postharvest physiology properties and quality of fruits, providing a basis and reference for the reduced transport vibration damage of fruits.

Research Status And Progress Of Fatty Acid Analysis Methods In Beans, Xie Yanhua, Xie Jing, Li Pao, Chen Miaofen, Jiang Liwen, Chen Lili

Food and Machinery

In this paper, the methods of fatty acid extraction and methyl esterification of beans (the main products are soy food) were reviewed. A variety of physiological functions of fatty acids are described. Moreover the differences of diverse detection methods of fatty acids were analyzed. We hope to provide testing methods for the change of fatty acids in bean product processing, and providing the basis for the development of potential function's in oil and fat products.

Research Progress On Physiological Activities And Its Mechanismof Beta-Cryptoxanthin, Sheng Ran, Sun Zhigao, Huang Qiaojuan, Hao Jingmei, Fang Ming, Yu Fengsheng

Food and Machinery

The beta-cryptoxanthin is composed of multiple prenyl units, belonging to the oxidation of carotenoid. It widely exists in persimmon, citrus and other plants, and also can be produced by microbial fermentation..Based on beta-cryptoxanthin, the mechanism of its absorption and physiological activities was reviewed, in order to provide reference for improving research and clinic application of beta-cryptoxanthin.

U.S. Drought Monitor, December 27, 2016, Brad Rippey

United States Agricultural Commodities in Drought Archive

Drought map of U.S. for December 27, 2016 (12/27/16) plus: U.S. crop areas experiencing drought (map), Approximate percentage of crop located in drought, by state (bar graph), Percent of crop area located in drought, past 52 weeks (line graph) for: Corn, Soybeans, Hay, Cattle, Winter wheat.

Can Sub-Saharan Africa Feed Itself?, Martin K. Van Ittersum, Lenny G. J. Van Bussel, Joost Wolf, Patricio Grassini, Justin Van Wart, Nicolas Guilpart, Lieven Claessens, Hugo De Groot, Keith Wiebe, Daniel Mason-D'Croz, Haishun Yang, Hendrik Boogard, Pepijn A. J. Van Oort, Marloes P. Van Loon, Kazuki Saito, Ochieng Adimo, Samuel Adjei-Nsiah, Alhassane Agali, Abdullahi Bala, Regis Chikowo, Kayuki Kaizzi, Mamoutou Kouressy, Joachim H. J. R. Makoi, Korodjouma Ouattara, Kindie Tesfaye, Kenneth G. Cassman

Department of Agronomy and Horticulture: Faculty Publications

Although global food demand is expected to increase 60% by 2050 compared with 2005/2007, the rise will be much greater in sub- Saharan Africa (SSA). Indeed, SSA is the region at greatest food security risk because by 2050 its population will increase 2.5-fold and demand for cereals approximately triple, whereas current levels of cereal consumption already depend on substantial imports. At issue is whether SSA can meet this vast increase in cereal demand without greater reliance on cereal imports or major expansion of agricultural area and associated biodiversity loss and greenhouse gas emissions. Recent studies indicate that the global increase …

Guide To The Kevin And Carla Chambers Collection, Linfield College Archives

Linfield Archives Finding Aids

This collection is comprised of materials advertising wine events occurring in Oregon’s wine country, more specifically in Yamhill County. There are other promotional materials as well.

Guide To The Barney Watson Collection, Linfield College Archives

Linfield Archives Finding Aids

This collection contains materials regarding the wine industry and Oregon State University’s enology program. All materials focus around Barney Watson, an active member in the wine industry and former professor of enology at Oregon State.

Why We Still Need To Worry About Bees, Meaghan Lee Callaghan

Capstones

American honey bees, and other native bee species, are still in decline, though the specter of colony collapse disorder may be fading behind us. Colony decline, the loss of bees overwinter experienced across the country at a quarter to third lost per hive (sometimes more), is now expected. Losses can include those from colony collapse disorder. The author discusses the different causes for colony decline and speaks to bee health scientists and local beekeepers. Read more at: http://www.meaghanleecallaghan.com/capstone/index.html

Getting Road Expansion On The Right Track: A Framework For Smart Infrastructure Planning In The Mekong, Andrew Balmford, Huafeng Chen, Ben Phalan, Mingcheng Wang, Christine S. O'Connell, Cath Tayleur, Jianchu Xu

Biology, Chemistry, and Environmental Sciences Faculty Articles and Research

The current unprecedented expansion of infrastructure promises to enhance human wellbeing but risks causing substantial harm to natural ecosystems and the benefits they provide for people. A framework for systematically and proactively identifying the likely benefits and costs of such developments is badly needed. Here, we develop and test at the subregional scale a recently proposed global scheme for comparing the potential gains from new roads for food production with their likely impact on biodiversity and ecosystem services. Working in the Greater Mekong—an exceptionally biodiverse subregion undergoing rapid development—we combined maps of isolation from urban centres, yield gaps, and the …

Department For Agriculture And Food – Northern Beef Futures: Valuing Security Of Supply, Department Of Agriculture And Food Wa

Animal production and livestock published reports

The DAFWA-NBF project is committed to identifying growth and value creation opportunities for the WA Beef industry and have engaged PwC to estimate the value of increased security of supply.

A joint PwC/NBF team have developed a WA beef value chain model to better understand the industry’s potential and establish the potential value associated with changes in the security of supply.

Results indicate that, over a five to twelve year timeframe, the WA Beef industry might have the potential to grow cattle disposals, double revenue to $1.2B and increase profit by $0.5B.

A diversified market which includes Japan and China …

Oregon Wine Board Meeting Minutes December 9, 2016, Oregon Wine Board

Oregon Wine Board Documents

These meeting minutes list individuals in attendance at the December 9, 2016 Oregon Wine Board (OWB) meeting, held at the OSU Foundation Portland Center in Portland, Oregon. The Board went into Executive Session prior to calling the meeting to order. The finance, research, and marketing committees, and the Oregon Wine Standing Committee on Research (OWSCR), all provided reports. As part of the research committee's report, the Board discussed a research project proposal from AFRI (the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative, administered by the United States Department of Agriculture). The Board also discussed nominations for the 2017 industry awards and elected …

Mapping The Impact Of Intensive Rotational Grazing On Soil Fertility Over Time On Greenbrier Farms In Pickens County, South Carolina, Emily Kirby

Earth and Environmental Sciences Presentations

Intensive rotational grazing (IRG) is a management technique that involves a more intentional management approach which includes increased paddock numbers, shorter grazing periods, larger livestock presence per acre, and longer periods of rest on pastures. Potential advantages of this management technique include improved forage quality, greater yield, decreased erosion, stable production during adverse growing condition, and improved soil fertility. This study collects and analyzes data to understand the impact of rotational grazing on soil fertility as measured by SOC (soil organic carbon) and SON (soil organic nitrogen) on Greenbrier Farms in Easley, South Carolina. This study analyzes the transition from …

Game Theory Analysis Of Intra-District Water Transfers; Case Study Of The Berrenda Mesa Water District, Harry Riordan Ferdon

Master's Theses

California state officials have continued to warn and encourage preparedness for the growing threats of water scarcity. This puts pressure on water suppliers to develop technological and managerial solutions to alleviate the problems associated with scarcity. A recent popular management strategy for distributing water is encouraging water transfers. While there has been analyses on water transfers between large districts and agencies, little analysis has been completed for smaller scale trades, i.e. between individuals in the same water district. This analysis models an agricultural water district, based on the Berrenda Mesa Water District (BMWD). In the model, the growers in the …

Investigating The Practices And Needs Of Agricultural Researchers At The University Of Nebraska-Lincoln, Leslie M. Delserone, Andrea L. Dinkelman

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Libraries: Faculty Publications

University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Libraries was one of 19 libraries participating in a national study, initiated by Ithaka S+R, of the research practices and needs of agricultural researchers. Two UNL Libraries faculty members participated in this study by interviewing 11 UNL agricultural scholars during the summer of 2016. The ethnographic research approach revealed four core themes explored in this UNL-specific report: interdisciplinarity and collaborations; scientific communication practices; scientific research data; and challenges and opportunities. Illustrated by the sample of faculty comments presented here, the themes have direct implications for the UNL Libraries, while in other cases these point to concerns …

Residual Effects Of Nitrogen Fertilization On Soil Nitrogen Pools And Corn Growth, Meghan E. Moser

Open Access Theses

Given the dynamic nature of soil nitrogen (N), inorganic N fertilization to corn (Zea mays L.) has potential to alter N pool balance by creating an accumulation or depletion of soil N. Current corn N recommendations in the common corn-soybean rotation of Indiana strive to find the best N rate that maximizes producer profit. Increasing our understanding of soil N will inform producers if they should adjust fertilizer rates for corn to influence maintenance of organic N and Carbon. Our objective was to determine residual N effects from fertilized corn in a corn-soybean rotation by measuring (1) soil N …

Photovoltaic Cooking In The Developing World, Tyler Watkins, Christopher O'Day, Omar Arriaga

Mechanical Engineering

The challenge of clean cooking is faced by hundreds of millions of people worldwide. We present a cooking technology consisting of a solar panel directly connected to an electric heater in a well-insulated chamber. Assuming continued decrease in solar panel prices, we anticipate that in a few decades Solar Electric Cooking technologies will be the most common cooking technology for the poor. Appropriate use of insulation reduces the power demand making low-power Insulated Solar Electric Cooking systems already cost competitive.

Farm Work Injuries Among A Cohort Of Children In Kentucky, Usa, Steven R. Browning, Susan C. Westneat, Deborah B. Reed

Epidemiology and Environmental Health Faculty Publications

Children residing on farms with livestock may be at an increased risk for work-related injuries, compared to children who work on other commodity farms. This study characterizes children's work tasks on Kentucky farms and assesses whether children who work on beef cattle farms are at an increased risk for farm work injuries. The results of a cohort study of children aged 5-18 years (N=999 at baseline) working on family farms in Kentucky, followed for two consecutive years after an initial enumeration five years previously, found that 70% of the children were involved in animal-related chores. Across all age groups, children …

Design And Plan Of A Modified Hydroponic Shipping Container For Research, John A. Houtman

Open Access Theses

As the world’s population continues to increase, food production will need to increase in order to meet the predicted rise in food demand. However, with increased pressure on cropland available from environmental effects and urbanization, new innovative methods of crop production need to be researched in order to increase agricultural production with limited land. This research focuses on the design of a single form of urban agriculture that is considered Zfarming and has the potential to produce quality urban agricultural produce through ground-based measures. This project produced detailed step-by-step analysis of the design process, develop variability within the modified hydroponic …