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Genotype effect on the palatability of the pork loin
   Introduction   The consumption of meat and meat products decreased in the last years in Hungary; however the rate of pork consumption is still important. In the year 2003 the total averag...
Author: M. HEINCINGER, J. SEENGER, CS. ÁBRAHÁM, L. RADNÓCZI
Publication date: 10/23/2009    Rating:    Views: 92

BIOMEDICAL APPLICATIONS OF GENETICALLY ENGINEERED AND CLONED ANIMALS
Biomedicine is the application of the principles of the natural sciences, especially biochemistry, molecular biology, and microbiology, to human and veterinary clinical medicine. The field of biomedicine offers...
Author: Bill Pohlmeier and Alison Van Eenennaamp, Department of Animal Science, University of Californ...
Publication date: 07/01/2009    Rating:    Views: 795

Can Genetic Selection Enhance Nutrient Efficiency?
A systems effort that incorporates all components of the farming enterprise is needed to minimize environmental risk. Engineering solutions for the handling, treatment and application of manure and systems of c...
Author: Dr Todd See, Swine Genetics Specialist - Swine News (Volume 26, Number 05), College of Agricul...
Publication date: 05/05/2009    Rating:    Views: 345

Semen Extension: A Comparison of Methods
Many boar studs currently pre-extend semen with the thought of reducing cold shock.The most important factors influencing sperm function include collection temperature, storage temperature,and the suspension me...
Author: Deborah Murray, Darwin Reicks, D.V.M.; Chris Kuster, D.V.M., M.S., Ph.D.; and Bob Morrison, D....
Publication date: 04/28/2009    Rating:    Views: 510

Using Reproductive Physiology to Troubleshoot Fertility Problems (Part 1)
Given the potential complexity of swine reproductive problems, the use of a systematic approach to addressing them is important. While a number of strategies can be used, the most effective ones are based on a ...
Author: Dr Billy Flowers, Professor Animal Science Department - North Carolina State University Extens...
Publication date: 04/06/2009    Rating:    Views: 466

Enhanced Fertility in Boars Fed Diets Supplemented with Sel-Plex® Selenium
The use of artificial insemination (AI) on U.S. swine farms continues to increase and in the future, practically all commercial swine producers will employ this technology. To remain efficient, however, swine A...
Author: Drs. Mark J. Estienne and Allen F. Harper, Tidewater AREC and Dr. James W. Knight and Ms. Susa...
Publication date: 02/12/2009    Rating:    Views: 683

Evaluating Breeds of Swine for Crossbreeding Programs
Crossbreeding is a widely accepted and recommended practice in commercial swine production. It is used to capitalize on heterosis, the superiority of crossbred individuals over the average of their purebred cou...
Author: Archie C. Clutter (Assistant Professor, Animal Science), David S. Buchanan (Professor, Animal ...
Publication date: 01/13/2009    Rating:    Views: 1462

Influence of Hot-Humid Environment on Growth Performance and Reproduction of Swine
Environmental temperatures above the zone of thermoneutrality (comfort zone) for swine are frequent in tropical and subtropical regions, and during the summer months in temperate regions. These warm environment...
Author: Robert Myer and Ray Bucklin - University of Florida, IFAS (Institute of Food and Agricultural ...
Publication date: 12/22/2008    Rating:    Views: 852

The Effect of Vitamin E Supplementation on Onset, Duration and Expression of the Oestrous Cycle in Gilts
Sixteen gilts were used to study the effect of Vitamin E supplementation on the onset of puberty, the duration and the degree of expression of the oestrous cycle in gilts. There was no variation (P>0.05) on the...
Author: S.C. AKOMAS, A.G. EZEKWE, S. N. IBE and J.A. IBEAWUCHI
Publication date: 10/17/2008    Rating:    Views: 952

Effects of Type of Sow Gestation Housing on Growth Performance and Reproduction in Gilt Offspring
An exciting and growing body of scientific evidence supports the notion that the maternal environment in which fetuses develop plays a profound role in the development of the reproductive and other physiologic ...
Author: Mark J. Estienne, Ph.D. and Allen F. Harper, Ph.D., VA Tech Tidewater AREC - Livestock Update ...
Publication date: 09/23/2008    Rating:    Views: 1176