Kalyn Waters

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Forage-Based Heifer Development Program for North Florida

Jose Dubeux, Nicolas DiLorenzo, Kalyn Waters, and Jane C. Griffin

Management of Postpartum Anestrus in Beef Cows

Kalyn Bischoff, Vitor R. G. Mercadante, and G. Cliff Lamb

Normal Agricultural Practices in Florida for Dove Hunting

K. Waters and M. Wallau

This publication is intended to define what are considered normal agricultural practices in the state of Florida for hunters to reference for dove field management, dove hunting, and baiting of dove fields. The document outlines what are considered normal agricultural practices as they pertain to fields in which doves will be hunted in the state of Florida. Written by K. Waters and M. Wallau, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, September 2025.

Estrus Synchronization Protocols for Natural Service

Daniella Heredia, Angela Gonella-Diaza, and Kalyn Waters

This publication is intended for producers interested in improving the reproductive efficiency and performance of their cows. This publication explains the process of estrus synchronization and the protocols that can be used for natural service synchronization. Written by Daniella Heredia, Angela Gonella-Diaza, and Kalyn Waters, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, February 2025.

Dove Fields in Florida (2025)

Brandon McDonald, Mark Mauldin, Kalyn Waters, Andrew Fanning, Jon Creamer, Marcus Lashley, and Carolina Baruzzi

Mourning doves are the most hunted and widely distributed game bird in North America, with millions harvested each year. Both year-round resident birds and seasonal migrants can be found throughout Florida and hunted in the state during the fall dove season. Mourning doves are managed federally by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and in Florida by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. This publication is intended for landowners and land managers who are interested in using dove fields, or food plots, for dove hunting. Information on what is legal when hunting doves on dove fields can be found at the end of the publication.

Practical Uses for Ultrasound in Managing Beef Cattle Reproduction

Mario Binelli, Thiago Martins, John Arthington, Kalyn Waters, Vitor Mercadante, Philipe Moriel, and Angela Gonella-Diaza

This 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.

Protocolos de sincronización de celo para servicio natural

Daniella C. Heredia, Angela Gonella-Diaza y Kalyn M. Waters

Las operaciones de cría de ganado dependen de la eficiencia reproductiva. Existen diferentes tecnologías reproductivas que pueden ayudar a incrementar la productividad de las operaciones de cría. El uso de tecnologías para manejo reproductivo permitirá a los productores concentrar la concepción al inicio de la temporada de monta. Como consecuencia, los partos se concentrarán al inicio de la temporada de parición y se producirá un grupo más homogéneo de terneros. Esta publicación está dirigida a productores que estén interesados en mejorar la eficiencia reproductiva y el desempeño de sus vacas. Aquí se explica el proceso de sincronización del celo y los protocolos que se pueden utilizar para el servicio natural en los Estados Unidos. Tenga en cuenta que, si usted se encuentra radicado en otro país, es posible que los protocolos de sincronización y las hormonas disponibles en su región no sean los mismos que se describen en esta publicación.

Pregnancy Diagnosis on Beef Cattle Today

Maria Camila Lopez Duarte, Kalyn Waters, Nick Simmons, and Angela Gonella

This publication is directed to beef producers, farmworkers, and Extension agents with the purpose of providing information regarding current pregnancy diagnosis methods for beef cattle. Written by Maria Camila Lopez Duarte, Kalyn Waters, Nick Simmons, and Angela Gonella and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences, May 2024.

Sustainable Nitrogen in Livestock Systems: Forage Legumes vs. N Fertilizers

Kevin Roger Trumpp, Kalyn Waters, José Dubeux, and Cleber Henrique Lopes de Souza

Nitrogen (N) is a key element in promoting plant and livestock growth and production. The two major ways to add N in pastures are fertilizer and integrating N-fixing forage legumes. The purpose of this publication is to compare these two options for cattle producers, farmers, Extension agents, and policymakers. Written by Kevin Roger Trumpp, Kalyn Waters, José Dubeux, and Cleber Henrique Lopes de Souza, and published by the UF/IFAS Department of Agronomy, February 2025.

Diagnóstico de preñez en ganado de carne

Maria Camila Lopez Duarte, Kalyn Waters, Nick Simmons y Angela Gonella

Este documento está dirigido a productores de ganado de carne, trabajadores del campo y agentes de Extensión con el propósito de brindar información sobre los métodos de detección y diagnóstico de preñez disponibles en la actualidad. Este documento es AN394-Span, una publicación del Department of Animal Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension. Fecha original de la publicación: enero 2025.

Pre-Breeding Considerations for the Development of Replacement Beef Heifers

Pedro L. P. Fontes, Nicky Oosthuizen, Carla D. Sanford, and G. Cliff Lamb