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Animal Science

UF/IFAS Animal Science Department Extension develops programs and activities in the areas of Beef, Equine, Meat, Dairy Small Ruminant, and Youth

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RECENT & REVISED PUBLICATIONS

Acceptability of Rhizoma Peanut Forage by Horses and Its Benefits on Feeding Behavior

AN390/AN390by C. Vasco, J. Dubeux, E. Santos, C. Wickens, and L. WarrenNovember 9th, 2023Rhizoma peanut hay has been demonstrated to benefit horses’ feeding behavior with reduced inactive time, which can result in lower risk for abnormal behaviors in stabled horses. This publication is intended to provide information to Extension agents, horse owners, and equine facility managers. Written by C. Vasco, J. Dubeux, E. Santos, C. Wickens, and L. Warren, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, October 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Criando gallinas ponedoras en el patio

AN389/AN239-Spanby Mary E. Henry, Jessica M. Ryals, Alicia Halbritter y Derek L. Barber. Traducido por Jonael Bosques y Francisco RiveraOctober 4th, 2023Los recursos informativos para vender huevos o producir a gran escala también son provistos en esta publicación. Este documento es el AN239-Span, uno de una serie del Departamento de Ciencias Animales, UF/IFAS Extension. Publicación original de septiembre de 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Understanding the Basics of EPDs

AN388/AN388by Fernanda M. Rezende, Caitlin L. Bainum, Joseph H. Walter, and Timothy W. WilsonJuly 17th, 2023The purpose of this publication is to provide basic concepts and practical examples to help beef producers and their advisors make informed selection decisions using expected progeny difference (EPD) information. Written by Fernanda M. Rezende, Caitlin L. Bainum, Joseph H. Walter, and Timothy W. Wilson, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, July 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Practical Uses for Ultrasound in Managing Beef Cattle Reproduction

AN113/AN113 by Mario Binelli, Thiago Martins, John Arthington, Kalyn Waters, Vitor Mercadante, Philipe Moriel, and Angela Gonella-DiazaApril 18th, 2023This publication aims to discuss the use of ultrasound to assist with beef cattle reproduction, which includes evaluation of the pre-service status of heifers and cows, diagnosis of pregnancy, determination of fetal age and sex, and evaluation of reproductive fitness of embryo recipients. Written by Mario Binelli, Thiago Martins, John Arthington, Kalyn Waters, Vitor Mercadante, Philipe Moriel, and Angela Gonella-Diaza, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, revised April 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Converting the Beef Cow Herd to a Controlled Breeding Season

AN267/AN267 by Mario Binelli, Thiago Martins, Tim Wilson, Cindy Sanders, Mark Warren, Matt Hersom, and Curt LacyJanuary 20th, 2023This report aims to provide guidance to producers on practical aspects for moving from a system with no defined breeding season to a system with a defined season. Written by Mario Binelli, Thiago Martins, Tim Wilson, Cindy Sanders, Mark Warren, Matt Hersom, and Curt Lacy, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, revised January 2023.Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems