Tag: Animal Sciences Department

AN214 The Economics of Sexed Semen in Dairy Heifers and Cows

AN214, a 13-page fact sheet by Albert De Vries, summarizes the recent literature on sexed semen
use in dairy heifers and cows and evaluates the economics of the use of sexed semen in heifers and cows. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, March 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN214

AN213 Dairy Business Analysis Project: 2007 Financial Summary

AN213, a 19-page illustrated report by A. De Vries, R. Giesy, M. Sowerby, and L. Ely, summarizes the financial performance of 21 dairy farms that participated in a 2007 survey. It is intended for general use by dairy farmers, the allied industry, government, and educational professionals. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, March 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN213

AN210 Feedstuff Considerations for Feeding Bulls

AN210, a 3-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Todd Thrift, assists beef cattle producers in feedstuff selection, addressing the whole cottonseed and gossypol issue, and organic vs. inorganic mineral program. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN210

AN212 Cull Whole Peanuts as a Feed Supplement for Beef Cows

AN212, a 3-page illustrated fact sheet by Bob Myer and Gary Hill, presents the results of a two-year study conducted at NFREC in Marianna, Florida to evaluate raw whole cull peanuts as a potential protein and energy supplement feed for beef cows. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, January 2009.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN212

AN187 The Impact of Water Quality on Beef Cattle Health and Performance

AN187, a 4-page illustrated fact sheet by Megan N. Brew, Jeffrey Carter, and Mary K. Maddox, discusses common contaminants of drinking water and how to evaluate drinking water management practices. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences,
November 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN187

AN211 Nutritional Management of Bulls

AN211, a 6-page fact sheet by Matt Hersom and Todd Thrift, defines several nutritional time frames in the lifespan of a bull to ensure appropriate nutritional management for long-term reproductive success of the beef cow herd. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, October 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN211

AN206 The Effects of Chilling Temperature of Bone-in Fully-Cooked Hams on Microbial Growth and Shelf Life

AN206, a 4-page fact sheet by C. Chad Carr and Larry Eubanks, reports the results of a study to determine the effect of not meeting the USDA’s suggested standard for chilling on the microbial growth and retail acceptability of bone-in, fully-cooked hams. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, October 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN206

AN208 What is the Economic Impact of Infertility in Beef Cattle?

AN208, a 3-page fact sheet by G. Cliff Lamb, Carl Dahlen, and Mary Maddox, describes the problem of infertility, how cattle producers can calculate the impact on their own operations, factors that contribute to infertility, and total cost to Florida beef producers. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, August 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN208

AN-204/AN204 Custom and Retail Exempt Meat Processing

AN204, a 4-page fact sheet by Chad Carr, Larry Eubanks, and Ryan Dijkhuis, explains the exemptions for custom and retail exempt meat processors, and also covers Florida Sunshine Law
specific to meat processors. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, September 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN204

AN203/AN203 USDA Inspected Livestock Slaughter Facilities in Florida

AN203, a 3-page ilustrated fact sheet by Chad Carr, Larry Eubanks, and Ryan Dijkhuis, provides a comprehensive list of USDA inspected meat animal slaughter facilities in Florida. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, July 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN203

AN207/AN207 Country of Origin Labeling (COOL)

AN207, a 3-page fact sheet by Chad Carr and Larry Eubanks, describes the COOL labeling regulations for agricultural commodities, including the interim final rule released by AMS on July 28,2008. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, August 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN207

AN131/AN131 Early Weaning: a Management Alternative for Florida Beef Cattle Producers

Revised! AN-131, a 9-page illustrated fact sheet by John Arthington, describes this management practice involving the permanent separation of the cow and calf when the calf is 70 to 90 days of age. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, May 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN131

AN201/AN201 Corn Gluten Feed for Beef Cattle

AN-201, a 4-page fact sheet by Bob Myer and Matt Hersom, provides beef cattle producers with basic information about this co-product of wet-corn milling industry that is readily available in the southeastern USA — utilization, considerations for use, and feeding guidelines. Includes references and a table of typical nutrient composition of corn gluten feed (CGF). Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, April 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN201

AN202/AN202 The Effects of Freezing on the Processing Characteristics and Palatability Attributes of Fresh Pork Legs

AN202, a 5-page report by B. G. Sapp, D. D. Johnson, L. E. Eubanks, and J. H. Brendemuhl, presents the results of a study to ascertain if de-boning and vacuum packaging of fresh hams for frozen storage had any effect on the processing qualities and oxidative rancidity of the cured ham as compared to the traditional method of freezing and storing of fresh bone-in hams. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, May 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN202

AN086/AN086 Essential Trace Minerals for Grazing Cattle in Florida

Revised! AN086, an 8-page fact sheet by John D. Arthington, reviews trace minerals that are recognized as deficient in Florida grazing cattle and that are important considerations in supplementation programs, supplementation, and analysis of herd trace mineral status. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, May 2008.

AN196/AN196: Dairy Business Analysis Project: 2006 Financial Summary

AN196, a 13-page illustrated report by A. De Vries, R. Giesy, L. Ely, M. Sowerby, B. Broaddus, and C. Vann, summarizes the financial performance of 22 dairy farms that participated in a 2006 survey. It is intended for general use by dairy farmers, the allied industry, government, and educational professionals. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, March 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN196

AN197/AN197 Adding Value to Livestock with Niche Meat Marketing Programs

AN197, a 6-page report by Chad Carr, Larry Eubanks, and Ryan Dijkhuis, discusses opportunities to add value to meat animals through existing specialty meat marketing programs. and addresses potential challenges to developing a niche meat marketing program. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Sciences, April 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN197

AN199/AN199 The Use of Tanniferous Plants to Control Infestations of Haemonchus contortus Parasites in Meat Goats

AN199, a 6-page fact sheet bu Tyrell Kahan, Sally Williams, Ray Mobley, Ikechukwu Ezenwa, and Eric Peterson, describes the use of tanniferous plants to control internal
parasites in meat goats. Includes references. Published by the UF Department of Animal Science, March 2008.
http://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/AN199