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A DECISION SUPPORT AID FOR BEEF CATTLE INVESTMENT USING EXPERT SYSTEMS [PDF]
The beef cattle investment decision provides an excellent opportunity to increase the economic efficiency of beef cattle production. The investment questions that face beef cattle producers are of interest to beef cattle producers, educators, and ...
Falconer, Lawrence L. +2 more
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Economic Footprint of Alberta's Irrigation Districts: An Economic Impact Analysis
Irrigation and Drainage, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Irrigation development can be an effective economic force for agricultural production, regional development and urban and rural community development. This study estimated the societal economic footprint of the Irrigation Districts on the economy in Alberta, Canada, via a variety of economic impact analysis models.
Surendra N. Kulshreshtha +2 more
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External Parasites on Beef Cattle
EDIS, 2006 Arthropod pests limit production in the beef cattle industry by affecting animals in many ways. External parasites are the most serious threat since they feed on body tissues such as blood, skin and hair. The wounds and skin irritation produced by these parasites often result in discomfort and irritation for the animal.
Phillip E. Kaufman +2 more
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Economic Impacts of Restricted Animal Movements in Mexico Due to Increased Mexican Regional Bovine Health Criteria [PDF]
Tuberculosis restrictions on animal movement have important implications for Mexican producers and consumers as well as the U.S. beef cattle industry. The restrictions cause decreased Mexican cattle exports, increased domestic fed beef production, and ...
Cunningham, Megan E., Peel, Derrell S.
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Journal of Environmental Quality, EarlyView.Abstract Per‐ and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in biosolid‐amended soils can transfer and accumulate in crops, cattle, and people. Bioaccumulation factors (BAFs) are often applied to estimate the transfer of contaminants from soil to crops. However, they can vary widely and introduce uncertainty to exposure and risk estimates. We, therefore, aimed
Ankita Bhattacharya +10 more
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AnimalsCastration is a common management practice among livestock producers, and animal welfare concerns exist following this procedure. The study’s aim was to compare the behavior, performance, and blood parameters between calves castrated with a lidocaine ...
Madeline R. Mancke +3 more
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Asian-Australasian Journal of Animal Sciences, 2018 Intramuscular fat (IMF) content in skeletal muscle including the longissimus dorsi muscle (LM), also known as marbling fat, is one of the most important factors determining beef quality in several countries including Korea, Japan, Australia, and the ...
S. Park +10 more
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U.S. BEEF AND CATTLE IMPORTS AND EXPORTS: DATA ISSUES AND IMPACTS ON CATTLE PRICES [PDF]
U.S. participation in trade liberalization agreements with Canada and Mexico through the Canada–U.S. Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) and the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has generated intense debates in agricultural sectors about the benefits ...
Brester, Gary W., Marsh, John M.
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Acidification of Biogas Residues Stimulates Manganese Uptake in Wheat
Journal of Plant Nutrition and Soil Science, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Background Efficient application of organic fertilizers contributes to resource‐efficient agriculture. Acidification of liquid manure effectively reduces ammonia (NH3) emissions. However, the effect of acidification on other plant nutrients, such as Mn, often a yield‐limiting nutrient in cereal production, is not well understood.
Jens Torsten Mackens +4 more
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Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems, 2019 Selection of finishing beef cattle for slaughter and evaluation of performance is currently achieved through visual assessment and/or by weighing through a crush.
G. Miller +5 more
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