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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
B. McClearn, L. Delaby, T. J. Gilliland, N. Galvin, C. Guy, M. Dineen, F. Coughlan, B. McCarthy
Summary: This study investigated the impact of cow genotype and parity on dry matter intake and production efficiencies in pasture-based systems. The Jersey x Holstein-Friesian cows showed the highest production efficiency, which decreased slightly when a third breed was introduced. Cows with higher parity levels had higher dry matter intake and milk yield, indicating a significant effect of parity on production efficiency.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
G. M. Pereira, L. B. Hansen, B. J. Heins
Summary: This study compared calves of different breeds in terms of gestation length, calf weight at birth, calving difficulty, and stillbirth. The results showed that there were differences among the different breeds in these indicators, but certain breeds could increase gestation length and calf weight without increasing calving difficulty and stillbirth.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2022)
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Biology
Yingying X. G. Wang, Liina Voutilainen, Mahdi Aminikhah, Heikki Helle, Otso Huitu, Juha Laakkonen, Andreas Linden, Jukka Niemimaa, Jussi Sane, Tarja Sironen, Olli Vapalahti, Heikki Henttonen, Eva R. Kallio
Summary: The study shows that certain predators, young bank voles, and diverse rodent communities may reduce the risk of PUUV infection in humans by negatively impacting the abundance of infected bank voles.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
K. M. Enger, N. R. Hardy, E. M. Hist, B. D. Enger
Summary: The results of the study indicate that infection status at parturition does not significantly affect colostrum antibody concentrations and quality, and that other factors at the local level of the mammary gland have a greater impact on colostrum synthesis and antibody transport into the mammary gland.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Y. Steyn, D. Gonzalez-Pena, Y. L. Bernal Rubio, N. Vukasinovic, S. K. DeNise, D. A. L. Lourenco, I Misztal
Summary: This study aimed to predict genomic breeding values for milk yield of crossbred dairy cattle under different scenarios using single-step genomic BLUP. The data set included a large number of milk yield records and genotypic information.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Ainhoa Valldecabres, Noelia Silva-del-Rio
Summary: The study found that oral calcium supplementation did not significantly affect the productive and reproductive variables in cows, but effects were observed related to previous lactation length and calving locomotion score.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2021)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
M. Haile-Mariam, M. Khansefid, M. Axford, M. E. Goddard, Jennie E. Pryce
Summary: The longevity of dairy cattle is influenced by mortality and slaughter rates on the farm. This study examined the genetic parameters and trends of mortality rates and slaughter rates in Holstein and Jersey breeds. It found that the mortality rate of cows has increased in recent years, and most dead cows leave the herd before 120 days of lactation. The study also identified genetic correlations between traits such as milk yield, calving interval, somatic cell count, and protein yield with mortality rates and slaughter rates.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2023)
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Construction & Building Technology
Claudia Ferreira, Joana Barrelas, Ana Silva, Jorge de Brito, Ilidio S. Dias, Ines Flores-Colen
Summary: This study focuses on the impact of external environmental loads on building facade claddings and proposes a methodology to support decision-making in selecting facade cladding systems and maintenance strategies. The results reveal that environmental exposure variables significantly affect maintenance requirements and costs, and that properly implemented maintenance activities can enhance the performance level of building components.
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Environmental Sciences
Hansa Y. Magee, Megan M. Maurer, April Cobos, Sangeet Adhikari, Rolf U. Halden
Summary: Although different quantification methods are extensively used in environmental chemistry, their impact on the quality and range of analytical results is understudied. This study compared four commonly used quantification methods and found that they can lead to overestimation or underestimation of results, as well as the presence of matrix effects. The study also highlighted the need to experimentally determine the most accurate alternative quantification method depending on the analyte.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
M. R. Lauber, F. Penagaricano, R. H. Fourdraine, J. S. Clay, P. M. Fricke
Summary: Based on data analysis, we characterized the prevalence of semen types and their allocation in inseminating Holstein and Jersey females in the US. It was found that beef breed sires were widely selected to produce beef crossbred calves. The use of sexed semen and beef semen in inseminations increased from 2019 to 2021, with larger dairy herds driving this increase.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2023)
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Engineering, Chemical
Eloy Pita, Pablo Pita, Mario Sanchez-Barriga, Lucas Martin, Javier Olalde
Summary: This article presents the experience and project cases of the Spanish consulting company INCREA in designing marine installations for desalination plants worldwide. It focuses on addressing the issues of brine discharge and recirculation, studying the behavior of the brine plume using software tools, and showcasing different solutions for specific problems.
DESALINATION AND WATER TREATMENT
(2022)
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Genetics & Heredity
Carina Visser, Simon Frederick Lashmar, Jason Reding, Donagh P. Berry, Este van Marle-Koster
Summary: The erosion of genetic diversity hinders the sustainability of livestock production in the South African dairy industry. This study aims to evaluate the genetic diversity and inbreeding of the Ayrshire, Holstein, and Jersey dairy cattle breeds in South Africa using single nucleotide polymorphism genotypes, pedigree records, and identified runs of homozygosity segments.
FRONTIERS IN GENETICS
(2023)
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Biophysics
Dilip Kumar Mandal, C. Bhakat, T. K. Dutta
Summary: The study assessed the impact of environmental stressors on physiological responses and milk yield in Jersey crossbred cows. Results showed that seasons significantly influenced the cows' physiological responses and thermal adaptability, with higher deviations observed during summer, monsoon, and post-monsoon. Variations in heat tolerance indices were observed, with enhanced respiration rate being a key indicator of poor thermal adaptability. Thermo-tolerant cows had higher monthly milk yield compared to poorly adapted ones.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY
(2021)
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Biophysics
Roberto Kappes, Deise Aline Knob, Angelica Leticia Scheid, Bruno Emanuel Barreta, Laiz Perazzoli, Bruna Bergamaschi Mendes, Dileta Regina Moro Alessio, Andre Thaler Neto
Summary: This study evaluated the rumination time, activity index, milk yield, milk characteristics, and physiological indicators of different breeds of cows under various temperature-humidity indexes. The results showed that higher temperature-humidity indexes resulted in decreased rumination time, increased activity index, and lower milk quality. Crossbred cows had higher milk fat and protein content.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOMETEOROLOGY
(2022)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Sang Seok Joo, Sang Jin Lee, Da Som Park, Dong Hyeon Kim, Bon-Hee Gu, Yei Ju Park, Chae Yun Rim, Myunghoo Kim, Eun Tae Kim
Summary: This study investigated the changes in metabolism and immunity of Holstein and Jersey cows under heat stress conditions. The results showed decreased blood metabolites and breed-specific variations in immune cell populations. The findings contribute to a better understanding of the relationship between metabolism and immunity in dairy cows under heat stress.
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
R. R. White, M. Brady, J. L. Capper, J. P. McNamara, K. A. Johnson
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2015)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Robin R. White, Michael Brady, Judith L. Capper, Kristen A. Johnson
AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS
(2014)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
C. C. Croney, M. Apley, J. L. Capper, J. A. Mench, S. Priest
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2012)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. L. Capper, D. J. Hayes
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2012)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
R. R. White, J. L. Capper
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2013)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Robin R. White, Judith L. Capper
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2014)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
D. O'Brien, J. L. Capper, P. C. Garnsworthy, C. Grainger, L. Shalloo
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2014)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. L. Capper
SOUTH AFRICAN JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2013)
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Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Judith L. Capper, Dale E. Bauman
ANNUAL REVIEW OF ANIMAL BIOSCIENCES, VOL 1
(2013)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Judith L. Capper, Roger A. Cady
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2020)
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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Judith L. Capper
Summary: This study investigates the impacts of globally important vaccine-preventable diseases on greenhouse gas emissions from various livestock systems, filling the knowledge gap on the effects of animal diseases on GHGe.
ONE HEALTH OUTLOOK
(2023)
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Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Judith L. Capper, Thiago B. De Carvalho, Andrew S. Hancock, Ocilon G. Sa Filho, Isaac Odeyemi, David J. Bartram
Summary: This study evaluated the impact of steroid implant use in Brazilian beef cattle on resource use, GHG emissions, and economic costs, showing reduced environmental impacts and increased economic sustainability.
TRANSLATIONAL ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
Judith L. Capper
Meeting Abstract
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
J. Capper
JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE
(2018)
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Veterinary Sciences
J. L. Capper