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ANIMAL BEHAVIOR AND WELL-BEING
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

1 - Physiological and performance recovery after fourteen hours of feed restriction or transportation in Holstein bulls fed high concentrate diets
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingSonia Marti, PhD – IRTA-Ruminant Production; Elena Garcia – IRTA-Ruminant Production; Christine Gerard – ADM-Recherche&Application Ruminants; Joan Grau – ADM- Technical director Setna; Nicolas Cirier – ADM-Wisium-Ruminant marker development; Maria Soledad Gómez – ADM-R&D Setna; Lucía Pisoni, DVM – IRTA-Ruminant Production; Maria Devant, Dr – IRTA-Ruminant Production
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

2 - Evaluating the effects of a dietary strategy to mitigate the impact of in utero heat stress on biomarkers of post-absorptive metabolism and stress in pigs following weaning and transport
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingJacob M. Maskal – Purdue University; Alan W. Duttlinger – Purdue University; kouassi R. Kpodo – Purdue University; Betty R. McConn, PhD – Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Christopher Byrd – North Dakota State University; Brian T. Richert – Purdue University; Donald C. Lay, Jr., PhD – USDA-ARS Livestock Behavior Research Unit; Jeremy Marchant-Forde – USDA-ARS; Matthew Lucy – University of Missouri; Tim Safranski – University of Missouri; Shelbi Perry – University of Missouri; Jay S. Johnson, PhD – USDA-ARS Livestock Behavior Research Unit
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

3 - Changes in growth performance, feeding behaviors, and posture behaviors of growing pigs subjected to low-intensity heat stress
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingLauren E. Anderson, MS – North Carolina State University; Jonathan P. Holt, PhD – North Carolina State University; Eric van Heugten – North Carolina State University; Daniel H. Poole – North Carolina State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

4 - Examining x, y, and z vibration patterns of commercial pig transport trailers from the farm to the abattoir
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingJohn M. Gonzalez – University of Georgia; Ben Davis – University of Georgia; Benjamin Morris – University of Georgia; Edwin Brokesh – Kansas State University; Daniel Flippo – Kansas State University; Terry Houser – Iowa State University; Francisco Najar-Villarreal – Kansas State University; Kari Turner – University of Gerogia; Jamison Williams – University of Georgia
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

5 - Effect of rest stop on welfare indicators of conditioned and non-conditioned ranch-direct or auction-market-sourced beef cattle, transported by road
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingDaniela M. Meléndez, Msc, PhD – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Sonia Marti, PhD – IRTA-Ruminant Production; Timothy Schwinghamer – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Derek B. Haley – University of Guelph; Wiolene M. Nordi, PhD – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Karen S. Schwartzkopf-Genswein, n/a – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

6 - Evaluating the recognition of a large rotated object in domestic horses (equus caballus)
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingMegan E. Corgan – Colorado State University; Temple Grandin, Ph.D. – Colorado State University; Sarah Matlock – Colorado State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

7 - Mixing aggression and floor type during gestation have implications for sow reproductive performance
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingMartyna E. Lagoda – Teagasc; Laura A. Boyle – Teagasc; Joanna Marchewka – Institute of Genetics and Animal Breeding, Polish Academy of Sciences; Julia A. Calderón Díaz – Teagasc
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

8 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Use of electronic feed intake systems to assess feed bunk displacement events as an indicator of aggressive feeding behavior in beef cattle
Location: Animal Behavior and Well-BeingKeara O'Reilly, MSc – Texas A&M University; Jocelyn R. Johnson – ST Genetics; Lauren Wottlin – Texas A&M University; Gordon E. Carstens – Texas A&M University
ANIMAL BREEDING AND GENETICS I
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

9 - A comparison of different genomic prediction methods in the Canadian Landrace swine population
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsSiavash Salek Ardestani – Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture, Dalhousie University, Truro, NS, B2N 5E3, Canada; Mohsen Jafarikia – Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement; Brian Sullivan – Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement; Mehdi Sargolzaei – University of Guelph; Younes Miar, PhD – Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture, Dalhousie University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

10 - Can single-step genome-wide association analysis (ssGWAA) account for population structure?
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsEnrico Mancin, Sr. – Università di Padova
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

13 - Genetic selection using pooled semen
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsIthalo Coelho de Sousa, MA – Iowa State University; Rohan Fernando – Iowa State University; Jack C. Dekkers, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Moysés Nascimento – Universidade Federal de Viçosa; Richard J. Leach – Smithfield Premium Genetics; Nick V. Serão – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

16 - Opportunities and challenges from deep-phenotyping of dairy cattle
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsJohn B. Cole, MS, PhD – Animal Genomics and Improvement Laboratory, ARS, USDA; Sophie A. E. Eaglen – National Association of Animal Breeders; Christian Maltecca – Department of Animal Science, North Carolina State University; Han A. Mulder, PhD MSc – Wageningen University and Research Animal Breeding and Genomics; Jennie Pryce – Agriculture Victoria
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

21 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Using Deep Neural Networks to determine birth weight data quality for genetic evaluations in beef cattle
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsAndre Ribeiro – University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Bruce L. Golden, Ph.D. – Theta Solutions, LLC; Matthew L. Spangler – University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

22 - Accuracy of indirect predictions for large datasets based on prediction error covariance of SNP effects from single-step GBLUP
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsAndre Garcia – University of Georgia; Ignacio Aguilar – Instituto Nacional de Investigación Agropecuaria; Andres Legarra – UMR GenPhySE, INRA; Stephen P. Miller – Angus Genetics Inc.; Shogo Tsuruta – University of Georgia; Ignacy Misztal – University of Georgia; Daniela Lourenco, PhD – University of Georgia
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

31 - Changes in genomic predictions when new data is included
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsJorge Hidalgo, MSc – University of Georgia; Daniela Lourenco, PhD – University of Georgia; Shogo Tsuruta – University of Georgia; Stephen P. Miller – Angus Genetics Inc.; Andre Garcia – University of Georgia; Yutaka Masuda – The University of Georgia; Ignacy Misztal – University of Georgia
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

32 - Cross validation of best linear unbiased predictions of breeding values using an efficient leave-one-out strategy
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsJian Cheng – Iowa State University; Rohan Fernando – Iowa State University; Jack C. Dekkers, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

38 - Using pooled data for single-step genomic prediction: Impact of within-pool variance and size
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsJohnna L. Baller – University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Stephen D. Kachman – University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Larry A. Kuehn, PhD – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; Matthew L. Spangler – University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

39 - Impact of inclusion rates of crossbred phenotypes and genotypes in nucleus selection programs
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsGarrett See – University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Benny E. Mote – University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Matthew L. Spangler – University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

45 - A permutation test for validation of genomic estimated breeding values
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsZahra Karimi – Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement; Brian Sullivan – Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement; Mohsen Jafarikia – Canadian Centre for Swine Improvement
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

47 - Distortion of Mendelian segregation across Angus cattle genome reveal novel lethal haplotype affecting reproduction
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsSamir Id Lahoucine – University of Guelph; Joaquim Casellas, n/a – Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona; Duc Lu – Angus Genetics Inc.; Mehdi Sargolzaei – University of Guelph; Stephen P. Miller – Angus Genetics Inc.; Angela Canovas – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Bioscience, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
ANIMAL BREEDING AND GENETICS II
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

11 - Genome-wide association study using repeated measures model for stillbirth in Holstein dairy cattle
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsPablo Augusto S. Fonseca – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Bioscience, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario; Samir Id Lahoucine – University of Guelph; Flavio Schenkel, BSc., MSc., PhD. – University of Guelph; Angela Canovas – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Bioscience, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

14 - Genome-wide association study of frozen sperm quality in cocks
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsNatalia Dementieva, n/a – Russian Research Institute of farm Animal Genetics and Breeding; Andrey Kudinov – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Marina Pozovnikova – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Elena Nikitkina, PhD – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Nikolay Pleshanov – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Julia Silyukova – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Anna Krutikova, PhD – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Kirill Plemyashov, Prof – Saint-Petersburg State University of Veterinary Medicine
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

17 - Investigating pig survival in different productive stages using genomic models
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsNatalia Leite – Univerity of Georgia; Daniela Lourenco, PhD – University of Georgia; Egbert Knol – Topigs Norsvin Research Center B.V.; Marcos Lopes – Topigs Norsvin; Fabyano Silva, n/a – Federal University of Viçosa
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

18 - Predicting monthly total sperm production of dairy bulls using additive and fixed age-based training windows
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsAllison Quick – University of Wisconsin- Madison; James Meronek – ABS Global, Inc; Kent Weigel – University of Wisconsin- Madison
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

23 - Current progress in the Agricultural Research Service Beef Grand Challenge: A large-scale genetics by environment by management evaluation project.
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsLarry A. Kuehn, PhD – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; Shanon L. Casperson – USDA, ARS, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Center; Justin D. Derner – USDA, ARS, Rangeland Resources and Systems Research Unit; Stacey A. Gunter, PhD, PAS, ACAN – USDA, ARS, Southern Plains Range Research Station; El Hamidi Hay – USDA, ARS, Fort Keogh Livestock and Range Research Laboratory; Corey A. Moffet – USDA, ARS, Southern Plains Range Research Station; James P. Neel, PhD – USDA, ARS, Grazinglands Research Laboratory; Matthew J. Picklo – USDA, ARS, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Center; Mark K. Petersen – USDA, ARS, Fort Keogh Livestock and Range Research Laboratory; James N. Roemmich – USDA, ARS, Grand Forks Human Nutrition Center; Kenneth E. Turner – USDA, ARS, Grazinglands Research Laboratory; Richard C. Waterman – USDA, ARS, Fort Keogh Livestock and Range Research Laboratory; Tommy L. Wheeler – USDA, ARS, U.S. Meat Animal Research Center; Mark V. Boggess – USDA, ARS, U.S. Meat Animal Research Center
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

28 - Genomic prediction for marbling score in Hanwoo cattle using sequence data
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsSungbong Jang – University of Georgia; Andre Garcia – University of Georgia; Seunghwan Lee – Chungnam National University; Shogo Tsuruta – University of Georgia; Daniela Lourenco, PhD – University of Georgia
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

29 - Conditional GWAS using sequence-based genotypes for susceptibility to Mycobacterium avium subsp paratuberculosis infection in Canadian Holstein.
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsNathalie Bissonnette, PhD – Agriculture and AgriFood Canada; Andrew Marete – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Dave kelton – Guelph University; Flavio Schenkel, BSc., MSc., PhD. – University of Guelph; Eveline M. Ibeagha-Awemu, PhD – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Gilles Fecteau – Université de Montréal; Filippo Miglior – Guelph University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

30 - Inbreeding in American Angus cattle before and after the implementation of genomic selection.
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsEmmanuel A. Lozada-Soto, MS – North Carolina State University; Francesco Tiezzi, PhD – North Carolina State University; Duc Lu – Angus Genetics Inc.; Stephen P. Miller – Angus Genetics Inc.; John B. Cole, MS, PhD – Animal Genomics and Improvement Laboratory, ARS, USDA; Christian Maltecca – Department of Animal Science, North Carolina State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

33 - Genetic parameters for reproductive traits in purebred and crossbred swine
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsLuke M. Kramer – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Ania Wolc – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Hadi Esfandyari – Iowa State University; Dinesh Thekkoot – Genesus; Chunyan Zhang – Genesus; Graham Plastow – Livestock Gentec, University of Alberta; Bob Kemp – Genesus; Jack C. Dekkers, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

34 - Search for the association of polymorphisms in inhibin alpha and prolactin genes with sperm quality in Russian Holstein bulls.
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsElena Nikitkina, PhD – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Anna Krutikova, PhD – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Artem Musidray, PhD – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry; Polina Anipchenko – Russian Research Institute of Farm Animal Genetics and Breeding — Branch of the L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

40 - PRLR and PCCA variants associated with hair length in Brangus heifers
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsKaitlyn M. Sarlo Davila – University of Florida; Alyssa Howell – University of Florida; Andrea Nunez – University of Florida; Arseia Orelien – University of Florida; Victoria Roe – University of Florida; David Rodriguez – University of Florida; Eduardo Rodriguez – University of Florida; Serdal Dikmen – Bursa Uludağ University; Raluca G. Mateescu, MS, PhD – University of Florida
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

48 - Genetic study of horn fly abundance in beef cattle
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsAshley Ling – University of Georgia, Department of Animal and Dairy Science; Taylor Krause – University of Georgia; Bradley Heins – University of Georgia; Nancy Hinkle – University of Georgia; Dean Pringle – University of Georgia; Samuel E. Aggrey, n/a – University of Georgia; Romdhane Rekaya, n/a – University of Georgia
ANIMAL BREEDING AND GENETICS III
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

12 - Genetic and phenotypic parameters for Aleutian disease tests and their correlations with growth and pelt quality traits in American mink
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsGuoyu Hu – Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture, Dalhousie University; Duy Ngoc Do, n/a – Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture, Dalhousie University; Janine Gray, n/a – Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture; Karim Karimi – Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture, Dalhousie University; Younes Miar, PhD – Department of Animal Science and Aquaculture, Dalhousie University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

15 - Host genetics of antibody response to PRRS vaccination and infection in growing pigs
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsMegan Neveau – Iowa State University; Leticia P. Sanglard, MS – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Jack C. Dekkers, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Erin Little – Pipestone Applied Research; Scott A. Dee – Pipestone Applied Research; Dan B. Hanson – Pipestone Applied Research; Pramod Mathur – Topigs Norsvin Research Center B.V.; Egbert Knol – Topigs Norsvin Research Center B.V.; John Eggert – Topigs Norsvin USA; Jenelle Dunkelberger – Topigs Norsvin USA; Nick V. Serão – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

19 - Mature size and other trait differences in cows selected for calving ease and growth
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsGary L. Bennett, PhD – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; John W. Keele, Ph.D. – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; R. Mark Thallman, Ph.D. – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; Warren M. Snelling, Ph.D. – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; Harvey C. Freetly, PhD – USDA, ARS, U.S. Meat Animal Research Center; Larry A. Kuehn, PhD – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

25 - Determining stability of genomic predictivity in future generations in commercial pig populations
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsMary Kate Hollifield – University of Georgia; Daniela Lourenco, PhD – University of Georgia; Jeremy Howard – Smithfield Premium Genetics; Yijian Huang – Smithfield Premium Genetics; Ignacy Misztal – University of Georgia
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

26 - Evaluation of sire versus dam effect on age at first calving in Brahman heifers
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsAudrey L. Earnhardt – Texas A&M University; Don A. Neuendorff, M.S. – Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Overton; Charles R. Long, Ph.D. – Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Overton; Thomas H. Welsh, Jr., Ph.D. – Texas A&M University; Texas A&M AgriLife Research, College Station; Ron D. Randel – Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Overton
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

27 - Genomic relationship between antibody response to porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus vaccination and reproductive performance in commercial sows
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsLeticia P. Sanglard, MS – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Rohan Fernando – Iowa State University; Kent A. Gray – Smithfield Premium Genetic; Daniel C. Linhares – Iowa State University; Jack C. Dekkers, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Megan C. Niederwerder – Kansas State University; Nick V. Serão – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

37 - Genetic parameter estimates for days on feed, age at slaughter, and carcass traits in a multi-breed beef cattle population
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsLindsay R. Upperman, MS – University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Larry A. Kuehn, PhD – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; Matthew L. Spangler – University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

41 - Estimating the heritability of meat quality traits in turkeys
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsRyley J. Vanderhout, BSc. – University of Guelph; Michelle Yahiro, BSc. – University of Guelph; Benjamin Wood, BVSc., PhD, MACVSc., MAHM – The University of Queensland; Shai Barbut, BSc., MSc., PhD. – University of Guelph; Jeff S. Mohr – Hybrid Turkeys; Christine F. Baes, BSc., MSc., PhD. – University of Guelph
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

42 - Genetic differentiation of Russian goats and wild relatives based on microsatellite loci
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsMarina I. Selionova, Laboratory Supervisor – Russian State Agrarian University - Moscow Timiryazev Agricultural Academy; Magomet M. Aibazov, Laboratory Supervisor – All-Russian Research Institute for Sheep and Goat Breeding – branch of the North Caucasus Federal Agricultural Research Center; Tatyana V. Mamontova, Senior researcher – All-Russian Research Institute for Sheep and Goat Breeding – branch of the North Caucasus Federal Agricultural Research Center; Sergey N. Petrov, Senior Resercher – Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry named after Academy Member L.K. Ernst; Veronica R. Kharzinova, Senior Resercher – Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry named after Academy Member L.K. Ernst; Dotsev V. Arsen, Senior Resercher – Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry named after Academy Member L.K. Ernst; Natalia A. Zinovieva – L.K. Ernst Federal Science Center for Animal Husbandry
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

44 - Inbreeding levels of the Line 1 and Line 4 Hereford cattle populations
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsJordan K. Hieber, PhD – Department of Animal and Range Sciences, Montana State University; Julia M. Dafoe – Montana State University; Cory T. Parsons, M.S. PAS – Montana State University; Don C. Anderson – Department of Animal and Range Sciences, Montana State University; Darrin L. Boss – Montana State University; Jane A. Boles – Department of Animal and Range Sciences, Montana State University; Jennifer M. Thomson – Montana State University
ANIMAL BREEDING AND GENETICS IV
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

20 - Vaginal microbiome composition is associated with sow longevity
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsJosé Braccini Neto – Iowa State University; Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul; Leticia P. Sanglard, MS – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Stephan Schmitz-Esser – Iowa State University; Kent A. Gray – Smithfield Premium Genetic; Daniel C. Linhares – Iowa State University; Carl J. Yeoman, PhD – Montana State University; Jack C. Dekkers, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University; Megan C. Niederwerder – Kansas State University; Nick V. Serão – Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

24 - Structural variants affecting mRNAs isoforms splice sites associated with marbling in Nellore cattle
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsMalane M. Muniz, PhD – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, Canada.; Larissa Fernanda Simielli Fonseca – São Paulo State University (Unesp), School of Agricultural and Veterinarian Sciences, Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil; Angela Canovas – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Bioscience, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Danielly Beraldo Dos Santos Silva – São Paulo State University (Unesp), School of Agricultural and Veterinarian Sciences, Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil.; Jesus Aparecido Ferro – São Paulo State University (Unesp), School of Agricultural and Veterinarian Sciences, Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil. National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq), Brazil; Artur Loyola Chardulo – São Paulo State University (Unesp), College of Veterinary and Animal Science, Botucatu, SP, Brazil. National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq), Brazil; Fernando baldi – São Paulo State University (Unesp), School of Agricultural and Veterinarian Sciences, Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil. National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq), Brazil; Lucia Galvao de albuquerque – São Paulo State University (Unesp), School of Agricultural and Veterinarian Sciences, Jaboticabal, SP, Brazil. National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq), Brazil
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

35 - Vaginal pH changes due to the use of a controlled internal drug release (CIDR) and its effects on fertility of beef cows.
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsNicholas W. Dias, Masters – Animal and Poultry Sciences, Virginia Tech; Claire L. Timlin – Animal and Poultry Sciences, Virginia Tech; Stefania Pancini – Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Department of Animal and Poultry Sciences; Nicholas W. Dias, Masters – Animal and Poultry Sciences, Virginia Tech; Zackary Seekford – Virginia Tech; Juan Gómez – University of São Paulo; Vitor R. G. Mercadante – Virginia Tech - Animal and Poultry
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

43 - Feed efficiency and behavior are associated with gut microbiome in three breeds of pigs.
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsFrancesco Tiezzi, PhD – North Carolina State University; Matteo Bergamaschi – North Carolina State University; Jeremy Howard – Smithfield Premium Genetics; Christian Maltecca – Department of Animal Science, North Carolina State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

46 - Endometrial transcriptome profiles associated with bovine preimplantation pregnancy outcome and parity
Location: Animal Breeding and GeneticsHannah Sweett – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Bioscience, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Murilo R. Carvalho – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Jose Felipe W. Spricigo – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Elvis Ticiani – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Eduardo S. Ribeiro – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Laura Favetta – Department of Biomedical Sciences, Ontario Veterinary College, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Pablo Augusto S. Fonseca – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Bioscience, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario; Stephen J. LeBlanc – Department of Population Medicine, Ontario Veterinary College, Guelph, Ontario, Canada; Angela Canovas – Centre for Genetic Improvement of Livestock, Department of Animal Bioscience, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario, Canada
ANIMAL HEALTH I
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

49 - Hematological and physiological changes observed in commercial stocker operation during early management
Location: Animal HealthMst Afroza Akter – The university of Tennessee; Marc Caldwell – The University of Tennessee; Gina Pighetti – The University of Tennessee; Liesel G. Schneider, PhD – The University of Tennessee
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

53 - Risk factors for facial lesions in piglets and teat injuries in sows – a review
Location: Animal HealthJen-Yun Chou – World Animal Protection International; Sarah H. Ison, MSc, PhD – World Animal Protection; Jeremy Marchant-Forde – USDA-ARS; Elena Nalon – Eurogroup for Animals; Thuy Huynh T. T. – Department of Animal Health; Cameron Harsh – World Animal Protection USA; Heleen van de Weerd – Cerebrus Associates Ltd.; Laura A. Boyle – Teagasc; Kate Blaszak – World Animal Protection International
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

55 - Novel nanofibrous mats for effective delivery of sodium metabisulfite (SMBS) to the intestinal tract of pigs
Location: Animal HealthChangning Yu – Department of Biosystems Engineering, University of Manitoba; Peng Lu, PhD – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Shangxi Liu – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Joshua Gong, Ph.D. – Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food of Canada; Chengbo Yang – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Song Liu – Department of Biosystems Engineering, University of Manitoba
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

56 - Effects of mycotoxins and selected feed additives on viability and tight junction integrity of IPEC-J2 cells
Location: Animal HealthHang Lu – BioMatrix international Inc.; Nathan Horn – BioMatrix International Inc.; Kola Ajuwon – Purdue university
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

59 - Autolized yeast reduces microbiological contamination of the carcass in steers finished in a feedlot
Location: Animal HealthDailis Delazeri – NUPRAN - Centro de Ciências Agrárias e Ambientais da Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste; Heloísa Bertagnon – NUPRAN - Centro de Ciências Agrárias e Ambientais da Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste; Melina A. Bonato, PhD – ICC Industrial Com. Exp. Imp. SA; Liliana L. Borges – ICC Industrial Com. Exp. Imp. SA
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

59 - Neutrophils and respiratory health of feedlot catlle supplemented with autolized yeast
Location: Animal HealthGabriela Garbosa – NUPRAN - Centro de Ciências Agrárias e Ambientais da Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste; Heloísa Bertagnon – NUPRAN - Centro de Ciências Agrárias e Ambientais da Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste; Melina A. Bonato, PhD – ICC Industrial Com. Exp. Imp. SA; Liliana L. Borges – ICC Industrial Com. Exp. Imp. SA
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

60 - Occurrence of Mycotoxins in 2019 US Corn-based Feed Ingredients
Location: Animal HealthErin F. Schwandt, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Paige N. Gott, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Erika G. Hendel, VMD, Ph.D. – BIOMIN America Inc; Shelby M. Ramirez, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; G. Raj Murugesan, DVM, Ph.D., MBA – BIOMIN America Inc; Ursula Hofstetter – BIOMIN Holding GmbH
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

67 - Occurrence of Mycotoxins in Forage-Based Feeds from US and Canada
Location: Animal HealthPaige N. Gott, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Erin F. Schwandt, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Shelby M. Ramirez, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Erika G. Hendel, VMD, Ph.D. – BIOMIN America Inc; G. Raj Murugesan, DVM, Ph.D., MBA – BIOMIN America Inc; Ursula Hofstetter – BIOMIN Holding GmbH
ANIMAL HEALTH II
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

51 - A novel approach for development, standardization, and safety testing of enriched alum-precipitated vaccine against hemorrhagic septicemia in different breeds of cattle
Location: Animal HealthMuhammad Zahid Farooq, PhD – Huazhong Agricultural University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

54 - Evaluating the effectiveness of Lactobacillus zeae against enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli F4 infection in a porcine intestinal epithelial cell model
Location: Animal HealthYanhong Chen, MA – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Shangxi Liu – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Changning Yu – Department of Biosystems Engineering, University of Manitoba; Song Liu – Department of Biosystems Engineering, University of Manitoba; Joshua Gong, Ph.D. – Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food of Canada; Karmin O – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Chengbo Yang – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

57 - President Oral Presentation Pick: The exploration of blood microRNA profiling in feedlot cattle with different lameness phenotypes
Location: Animal HealthWentao Li – University of Alberta; Eóin O'Hara – University of Alberta; Huizeng Sun – Zhejiang University; Karen S. Schwartzkopf-Genswein, n/a – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Leluo L. Guan – University of Alberta
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

62 - Evaluating detoxification efficacy of deoxynivalenol by encapsulated sodium metabisulfite (SMBS) using an in vitro intestinal epithelial cell IPEC-J2 model
Location: Animal HealthPeng Lu, PhD – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Changning Yu – Department of Biosystems Engineering, University of Manitoba; Shangxi Liu – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Joshua Gong, Ph.D. – Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food of Canada; Song Liu – Department of Biosystems Engineering, University of Manitoba; Chengbo Yang – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

63 - DNA methylome wide profile associates differentially methylated loci and regions with cow’s ileal lymph node response to Mycobacterium avium subsp. paratuberculosis
Location: Animal HealthEveline M. Ibeagha-Awemu, PhD – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Suraj Bhattarai, n/a – University of Vermont; Pier-Luc Dedemaine, n/a – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Mengqi Wang, n/a – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Stephanie D. McKay, n/a – University of Vermont; xin Zhao, n/a – McGill University; Nathalie Bissonnette, PhD – Agriculture and AgriFood Canada
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

64 - Immunological, physiological, and behavioral responses to an experimentally-induced respiratory disease challenge in growing steers
Location: Animal HealthLauren Wottlin – Texas A&M University; Gordon E. Carstens – Texas A&M University; William E. Pinchak, n/a – Texas A&M Agrilife; Kevin Washburn – Texas A&M University; Sarah Lawhon – Texas A&M University; Sanjay Reddy – Texas A&M; John Hanks – Maxim Integrated; Ian Chen – Maxim Integrated
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

65 - Exploring molecular mechanisms behind Lactobacillus protection offered to Caenorhabditis elegans: the role of neurotransmitters
Location: Animal HealthLinyan Li, PhD – Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Xiaozhen Liu – Engineering Research Center of Health Food Design & Nutrition Regulation, School of Chemical Engineering and Energy Technology, Dongguan University of Technology; Leming Jiang – Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Hai Yu – Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Shaoping Nie – State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Nanchang University; Mingyong Xie – State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Nanchang University; Joshua Gong, Ph.D. – Guelph Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food of Canada
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

66 - Intra-articular lipopolysaccharide challenge has no long-term effects on inflammation and cartilage metabolism
Location: Animal HealthAmanda N. Bradbery – Texas A&M University; Jessica L. Leatherwood – Texas A&M University; Brittany L. Silvers – Texas A&M University; Mattea L. Much, M.S. – Texas A&M University; Rafael E. Martinez, MS – Texas A&M University; Carolyn E. Arnold – Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital
BEEF SPECIES
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

68 - Assessing the Performance of Multiple Grass-fed Beef Production Systems in California
Location: Beef SpeciesSarah C. Klopatek, M.S. – UC Davis; Toni Duarte – UC Davis; Crystal Yang – UC Davis; James W. Oltjen, PhD, PAS – University of California Davis
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

69 - A new frame score system for Nelore cattle
Location: Beef SpeciesRoberto D. Sainz, PhD – University of California Davis; Nayanny Guimarães – Universidade Federal de Goias; Cláudio U. Magnabosco, General supervisor of Embrapa Savannah at the Animal Performance Centre – Embrapa Cerrados; Fernando Lopes – Cobb-Vantress
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

70 - Cows housed in muddy environmental conditions during late gestation have lesser body weight and body condition score compared with cows housed on wood chips
Location: Beef SpeciesKirsten Nickles – The Ohio State University; Alejandro E. Relling – The Ohio State University; Alvaro Garcia-Guerra – The Ohio State University; Francis L. Fluharty – University of Georgia; Anthony J. Parker – The Ohio State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

71 - The relationships of late gestational uterine artery blood flow with calf and placental size
Location: Beef SpeciesColby A. Redifer – Division of Animal Sciences, University of Missouri; Allison M. Meyer, PhD – Division of Animal Sciences, University of Missouri
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

72 - Estimating the supply and movement of feed for beef production in Alberta, Canada
Location: Beef SpeciesGenet Mengistu, PhD – University of Manitoba; Marcos Cordeiro – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Getahun Legesse – University of Manitoba; Sarah Pogue – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Amanda Taylor – University of Manitoba; Kim Ominski – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Karen Beauchemin – Lethbridge Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; E.J. McGeough, PhD – University of Manitoba; Tim A. McAllister – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge Research Centre, Lethbridge
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

73 - Nutritional impact of excluding red meat from the Canadian diet
Location: Beef SpeciesKebebe E. Gunte – University of Manitoba; Robin R. White – Virginia Tech; Harold Aukema – University of Manitoba; Tim A. McAllister – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge Research Centre, Lethbridge; Natalie Riediger – University of Manitoba; Getahun Legesse – University of Manitoba; E.J. McGeough, PhD – University of Manitoba; Karin Wittenberg – University of Manitoba; Naser Ibrahim – University of Manitoba; Kim Ominski – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

74 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Phenotypic plasticity of heat tolerance in beef cattle
Location: Beef SpeciesRaluca G. Mateescu, MS, PhD – University of Florida; Kaitlyn M. Sarlo Davila – University of Florida; Serdal Dikmen – Bursa Uludağ University; Andrea Nunez – University of Florida; Eduardo Rodriguez – University of Florida; Pascal Oltenacu – University of Florida
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

75 - Effects of endophyte-infected tall fescue on performance of genotyped pregnant beef cows and heifers supplemented with rumen-protected niacin
Location: Beef SpeciesGastón F. Alfaro, MSc – Auburn University, Animal Science Department; Russell Muntifering, PhD – Auburn University, Animal Science Department; Soren P. Rodning, PhD – Auburn University, Animal Science Department; Julie Gard Schnuelle, PhD – Auburn University, College of Veterinary Medicine; Robert Cole, PhD – Auburn University, College of Veterinary Medicine; Simon Taylor – Auburn University, College of Veterinary Medicine; Eugene Blythe, PhD – Auburn University, College of Agriculture; Wilmer Pacheco, PhD – Auburn University, Poultry Science Department; Sonia J. Moisá, PhD – Auburn University, Animal Science Department
COMPANION ANIMALS
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

76 - Investigating the effects of increased soluble fiber and incremental exercise on the voluntary physical activity and behaviour of sled dogs
Location: Companion AnimalsEve Robinson – University of Guelph; James Templeman – University of Guelph; Emma Thornton – University of Guelph; Candace Croney – Purdue University; Lee Niel – University of Guelph; Anna-Kate Shoveller, PhD – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

77 - Chemical composition, texture and color analyses, and true metabolizabile energy of green banana flour in retorted diets for domestic cats
Location: Companion AnimalsClare Hsu – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Fei He – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Heather Mangian – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Brittany White – Simmons Pet Food, Inc; Leah Lambrakis – Simmons Pet Food, Inc; Maria R.C. de Godoy – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

78 - The effects of guar gum and other select gums and gelling carbohydrates on appearance, texture, and heating characteristics of wet pet foods
Location: Companion AnimalsAmanda N. Dainton – Department of Grain Science and Industry, Kansas State University; Charles G. Aldrich, PhD – Kansas State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

79 - Clinical health markers in dogs fed raw meat based or commercial extruded kibble diets
Location: Companion AnimalsKris M. Hiney, PhD – Oklahoma State University; Lara Sypniewski, DVM, DABVP, CVA, CCRP – Oklahoma State University; Adel Pezeshki, PhD – Oklahoma State University; Dianne McFarlane, DVM, PhD, MS, Dip ACVIM – Oklahoma State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

80 - Effects of miscanthus fiber on nutrient digestibility and fecal metabolites of adult dogs
Location: Companion AnimalsShannon E. Finet – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Fei He – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Heather Mangian – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Maria R.C. de Godoy – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

81 - The impact of feeding treats containing cannabidiol (CBD) on the canine fear response to a noise-induced fear response test
Location: Companion AnimalsElizabeth M. Morris, MS – University of Kentucky; Susanna E. Kitts-Morgan, PhD – Lincoln Memorial University; Dawn M. Spangler, DVM – Lincoln Memorial University; Kyle R. McLeod, PhD – University of Kentucky; Joao Costa, PhD – University of Kentucky; David L. Harmon, PhD – University of Kentucky
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

82 - The impact of feeding treats containing cannabidiol (CBD) on the daily activity level of dogs
Location: Companion AnimalsElizabeth M. Morris, MS – University of Kentucky; Susanna E. Kitts-Morgan, PhD – Lincoln Memorial University; Dawn M. Spangler, DVM – Lincoln Memorial University; Kyle R. McLeod, PhD – University of Kentucky; David L. Harmon, PhD – University of Kentucky
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

83 - The acute effects of feeding a grain-free diet with or without methionine, taurine or methyl donor/acceptor supplementation on plasma and whole blood amino acid concentrations in dogs
Location: Companion AnimalsSydney Banton, BScH – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Julia G. Pezzali, DVM, MSc – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Renan Antunes Donadelli, PhD – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Marica Bakovic, PhD – Department of Human Health and Nutritional Sciences, University of Guelph; Katharine M. Wood, PhD – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Adronie Verbrugghe, DVM, PhD – Department of Clinical Studies, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph; Anna-Kate Shoveller, PhD – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

84 - Effects of incremental conditioning and supplemental dietary tryptophan on pre, mid, and post-exercise heart rate and respiratory rate in sled dogs
Location: Companion AnimalsEmma Thornton – University of Guelph; James Templeman – University of Guelph; Michael Bower – EMKA Technologies; John Cant – University of Guelph; Graham Holloway – University of Guelph; Anna-Kate Shoveller, PhD – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

85 - Impacts of dietary profile on starch content and gelatinization in canine diets
Location: Companion AnimalsAlyssa Valach – Southern Illinois University; George Moore – Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine; Erin B. Perry, MS, PhD – Southern Illinois University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

86 - Apparent Total Tract Nutrient Digestibility of Human-Grade Dog Foods and Their Effects on Stool Characteristics, Serum Metabolites, and Hematology of Dogs
Location: Companion AnimalsSungho Do – University of illinois urbana-champagin; Maria R.C. de Godoy – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Kelly S. Swanson – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

87 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Oral Microbiota Populations of Adult Dogs Consuming Dental Chews Demonstrated to Reduce Dental Plaque and Calculus
Location: Companion AnimalsPatrícia M. Oba, PhD – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Meredith Carroll – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Celeste Alexander – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Lynn Lye – Chewy.Com; Amy Somrak – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Stephanie Keating – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Adrianna Sage – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Kelly S. Swanson – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

88 - Effects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation product on microbiota populations of dogs subjected to travel stress
Location: Companion AnimalsPatrícia M. Oba, PhD – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Meredith Carroll – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Tammi Epp – Diamond V Mills; Christine Warzecha – Diamond V Mills; Jessica L. Varney – Four Rivers Kennel; Jason W. Fowler – Four Rivers Kennel; Craig N. Coon, PhD – Four Rivers Kennel, LLC; Kelly S. Swanson – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

89 - Effects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae fermentation product on fecal microbiota populations of dogs subjected to exercise challenge
Location: Companion AnimalsPatrícia M. Oba, PhD – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Meredith Carroll – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Tammi Epp – Diamond V Mills; Christine Warzecha – Diamond V Mills; Jessica L. Varney – Four Rivers Kennel; Jason W. Fowler – Four Rivers Kennel; Craig N. Coon, PhD – Four Rivers Kennel, LLC; Kelly S. Swanson – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
EXTENSION EDUCATION
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

90 - Effectiveness of an Educational Program on Beef Bull Selection that Incorporates Classroom Instruction and a Mock Auction
Location: Extension EducationDarrh Bullock – University of Kentucky; Katherine VanValin, n/a – University of Kentucky; Jeffery Lehmkuhler – University of Kentucky; Leslie Anderson – University of Kentucky; Benjamin Crites, MS – University of Kentucky; Kevin Laurent – University of Kentucky; Matthew L. Spangler – University of Nebraska-Lincoln; Robert Weaber – Kansas State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

91 - Addressing urgency in grassroots organizations - If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door of leadership
Location: Extension EducationDonald R. Mulvaney – Auburn University
FORAGES AND PASTURES
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

92 - Brix as an Indicator of Energy Value in Alfalfa and Orchardgrass Herbage
Location: Forages and PasturesKathy J. Soder, PhD – USDA-ARS; Eric D. Billman, PhD – USDA-ARS; Jeff Horst – Agri-King, Inc.; Kristi Balk – Agri-King, Inc.; Aimee Hafla – Agri-King, Inc.
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

93 - Evaluation of the intake and digestibility of ensiled residual material from edamame soybean processing with and without the use of an inoculant
Location: Forages and PasturesEllen M. Herring – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science; Elizabeth B. Kegley – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science; Ken Coffey – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science; Shane Gadberry – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science; Jeremy G. Powell – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science; Michael C. Pruden – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

94 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Grazing diverse combinations of tanniferous and non-tanniferous legumes: Implications for beef cattle performance and environmental impact
Location: Forages and PasturesSebastian Lagrange – Utah State University; Karen Beauchemin – Lethbridge Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Jennifer MacAdam – Department of Plant, Soil & Climate, College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, Utah State University; Juan J. Villalba – Department of Wildland Resources, Quinney College of Natural Resources, Utah State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

95 - Multi-Specie cover crop bale grazing effect after annual forage grazing on yearling steer grazing and feedlot performance, muscling, carcass measurements and carcass value
Location: Forages and PasturesSongul Senturklu – Çanakkale Onsekiz Mart University, BMYO, Turkey; Douglas Landblom, MS – NDSU Dickinson Research Extension Center; Steve Paisley – University of Wyoming
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

96 - Cover Crop Grazing and Backgrounding on Carcass Quality
Location: Forages and PasturesCathryn N. Macaluso – Michigan State University; Richard A. Ehrhardt – Michigan State University; Kim Cassida – Michigan State University; Jeannine P. Schweihofer – Michigan State University; Erin Recktenwald – Michigan State University; Barbara Makela – Laboratory Aide
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

97 - Effects of alkalization treatment on chemical composition and in vitro ruminal fermentation of anaerobically stored rice stover
Location: Forages and PasturesYulin Ma – china agriculture university; Xu Chen – china agriculture university; jianxin Xiao – china agriculture university; Shuai Liu – china agriculture university; jingjun Wang – china agriculture university; Zhijun Cao – china agriculture university
GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

98 - Comparing the effectiveness of anabolic implants in Santa Gertrudis sired steers versus Angus steers
Location: Growth and DevelopmentCaleb C. Reichhardt – Utah State University; Tevan J. Brady – Utah State University; Reganne K. Briggs, n/a – Utah State University; Laura A. Smith – Utah State University; Brett Bowman – Utah State University; Matthew D. Garcia, PhD – Utah State University; Aaron Thomas – Utah State University; Kara J. Thornton, PhD – Utah State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

99 - Effects of feeding 60% dried corn distillers grains plus solubles or the equivalent sulfur as calcium sulfate on trace mineral concentrations in serum and seminal plasma
Location: Growth and DevelopmentCierrah J. Kassetas – North Dakota State University; Joel Caton – North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch – Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University; Sheri T. Dorsam – North Dakota State University; Kacie L. McCarthy – University of Nebraska-Linocln; Matthew S. Crouse, PhD – USDA, ARS, U.S. Meat Animal Research Center; Kevin K. Sedivec – Interim Director Central Grasslands Research Extension Center; Bryan W. Neville, PhD – Carrington Research Extension Center; Carl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

100 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Prematurity Blunts Protein Synthesis in Skeletal Muscle of Neonatal Pigs Independently of Birth Weight
Location: Growth and DevelopmentMarko Rudar, PhD – USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center, Baylor College of Medicine; Jane Naberhuis – USDA/ARS; Agus Suryawan – USDA/ARS; Hanh Nguyen – USDA/ARS; Marta Fiorotto – USDA/ARS; Teresa A. Davis, PhD – USDA/ARS
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

101 - Evaluation of Growth Curve Functions for predicted weight in small holder crossbred dairy cattle in Tanzania
Location: Growth and DevelopmentChinyere Ekine – International Livestock Research Institute; Raphael Mrode – International Livestock Research Institute; Edwin Oyieng – International Livestock Research Institute; Daniel Komwihangilo – Tanzania Livestock Research Institute; Gilbert Msuta – Tanzania Livestock Research Institute; Lyatuu Eliamoni – Tanzania Livestock Research Institute; Julie Ojango – International Livestock Research Institute; Okeyo Mwai – International Livestock Research Institute
HORSE SPECIES I
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

107 - Skeletal muscle mitochondrial parameters correlate with sales price in weanling racing-bred Thoroughbred horses
Location: Horse SpeciesChloey P. Guy – Texas A&M University; Christine M. Latham – Texas A&M University; Randi N. Owen – Texas A&M University; Ashley L. Fowler – University of Kentucky; Sarah H. White-Springer, PhD – Texas A&M University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

108 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Select skeletal muscle mitochondrial measures in Thoroughbred weanlings are related to race earnings and sire
Location: Horse SpeciesChloey P. Guy – Texas A&M University; Christine M. Latham – Texas A&M University; Randi N. Owen – Texas A&M University; Ashley L. Fowler – University of Kentucky; Sarah H. White-Springer, PhD – Texas A&M University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

112 - Effect of an Oral Joint Supplement on Gait Kinematics and Biomarkers of Cartilage Metabolism and Inflammation in Mature Riding Horses
Location: Horse SpeciesMattea L. Much, M.S. – Texas A&M University; Jessica L. Leatherwood – Texas A&M University; Rafael E. Martinez, MS – Texas A&M University; Brittany L. Silvers – Texas A&M University; Casey Basta – Author; Lydia Gray – Author
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

113 - Effects of aquatic conditioning in young horses. I. Markers of inflammation and cartilage metabolism
Location: Horse SpeciesBrittany L. Silvers – Texas A&M University; Jessica L. Leatherwood – Texas A&M University; Brian D. Nielsen, PhD – Michigan State University; Carolyn E. Arnold – Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital; Brandon Dominguez – Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital; Kati Glass – Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital; Chelsie Huseman – Texas A&M University; Amanda N. Bradbery – Texas A&M University; Mattea L. Much, M.S. – Texas A&M University; Rafael E. Martinez, MS – Texas A&M University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

114 - Effects of aquatic conditioning in young horses. II. Bone metabolism
Location: Horse SpeciesBrittany L. Silvers – Texas A&M University; Jessica L. Leatherwood – Texas A&M University; Brian D. Nielsen, PhD – Michigan State University; Carolyn E. Arnold – Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital; Brandon Dominguez – Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital; Kati Glass – Texas A&M Large Animal Hospital; Chelsie Huseman – Texas A&M University; Amanda N. Bradbery – Texas A&M University; Mattea L. Much, M.S. – Texas A&M University; Rafael E. Martinez, MS – Texas A&M University
HORSE SPECIES II
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

102 - Detecting coprophagy in foals and its relationship with foal gut health
Location: Horse SpeciesMorgan B. Pyles, MS – University of Kentucky; Susan Hayes – University of Kentucky; Andrea Crum – University of Kentucky; Miranda Kunes – University of Kentucky; Elizabeth Radomski – University of Kentucky; Michael Flythe – USDA Agricultural Research Service, Forage-Animal Production Research Unit; Laurie Lawrence – University of Kentucky
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

103 - Equine enterocytes actively oxidize L-glutamine but do not synthesize L-citrulline and L-arginine from L-glutamine or L-proline in vitro
Location: Horse SpeciesRafael E. Martinez, MS – Texas A&M University; Jessica L. Leatherwood – Texas A&M University; Amanda N. Bradbery – Texas A&M University; Mattea L. Much, M.S. – Texas A&M University; Brittany L. Silvers – Texas A&M University; Erin A. Posey – Texas A&M University; Gayan I. Nawaratna – Texas A&M University; Guoyao Wu – Texas A&M University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

104 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Sensory analysis of horse treats: a comparison between horses and humans
Location: Horse SpeciesJesse Francis, PhD – Southern Illinois University; Katherine Thompson-Witrick – University of Florida; Erin B. Perry, MS, PhD – Southern Illinois University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

105 - Chromium propionate improves insulin sensitivity in horses following oral concentrate consumption
Location: Horse SpeciesJerry W. Spears, BS, MS, PhD – North Carolina State University; Paul Siciliano – North Carolina State University; Shannon Pratt-Phillips – North Carolina State University; Karen Lloyd – North Carolina State University; Ellen Goertzen – North Carolina State University; Kristi Krafka – Kemin AgriFoods; Jill Hyda – Kemin AgriFoods; Whitney Rounds – Kemin AgriFoods
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

106 - The effects of Total Equine™ grain with Ascophyllum nodosum seaweed extract and chelated minerals on forage intake and cecal digestibility in mature Quarter horse mares under performance conditions.
Location: Horse SpeciesJamie A. Boyd, n/a – Sul Ross State University; Kaylee A. Smith – Sul Ross State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

109 - Phytate supplementation has minimal impact on mineral digestibility in horses
Location: Horse SpeciesKaty Brinkley-Bissinger – University of Florida; Laura M. Cersosimo – University of Florida; Kathleen E. Sullivan – Disney's Animal Kingdom; Shannon E. Livingston – Disney's Animal Kingdom; Jill M. Bobel – University of Florida; Eduardo V. Valdes – Disney's Animal Kingdom; Lori K. Warren, n/a – University of Florida
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

110 - Fecal pH, dry matter and volatile fatty acids of horses grazing legume-grass mixed pastures
Location: Horse SpeciesAna Caroline Cerqueira de Melo Vasco – University of Florida; Katy Brinkley-Bissinger – University of Florida; Victória Rizzato Paschoal – University of Florida; Jill M. Bobel – University of Florida; Lori K. Warren, n/a – University of Florida; Carissa Wickens – Universify of Florida
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

111 - Grazing behavior of horses managed on legume-grass mixed pastures
Location: Horse SpeciesAna Caroline Cerqueira de Melo Vasco – University of Florida; Ana Margarita Arias-Esquivel, Msc student – University of Florida; Emma Seals – University of Florida; Fabiane Quevedo da Rosa – Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul; Marcelo Wallau – University of Florida; Lori K. Warren, n/a – University of Florida; Carissa Wickens – Universify of Florida
NONRUMINANT NUTRITION I
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

118 - Functional amino acid supplementation, regardless of dietary protein content, improves growth performance, acute-phase response, and bacterial shedding in Salmonella-challenged pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionLucas Rodrigues, MSc, DVM – Prairie Swine Centre, Inc., University of Saskatchewan; Michael O. Wellington, n/a – Prairie Swine Centre, Inc.; Jack E. Krone, n/a – Prairie Swine Centre, Inc.; Caroline González-Vega, n/a – Evonik Nutrition & Care GmbH; John K. Htoo, n/a – Evonik Nutrition & Care GmbH; Andrew G. Van Kessel, n/a – University of Saskatchewan; Daniel A. Columbus, PhD – Prairie Swine Centre, Inc.
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

119 - Effect of DON on the porcine acquired immune response and potential remediation by a novel modified HSCAS binder
Location: Nonruminant NutritionZhang Lei – Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; Rui Ma – Huazhong Agricultural University; Meng-Xiang Zhu – Huazhong Agricultural University; Niel Alexander Karrow – Guelph University; Lv-hui Sun, n/a – Huazhong Agricultural University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

121 - Effects of DON on the porcine growth performance and intestinal microbiota and potential remediation by a novel modified HSCAS adsorbent
Location: Nonruminant NutritionJia-Cheng Yang – Huazhong Agricultural University; Zhang Lei – Department of Animal Nutrition and Feed Science, College of Animal Science and Technology, Huazhong Agricultural University, Wuhan 430070, China; Shuai Liu – china agriculture university; Xiao-Han Chu – Huazhong Agricultural University; Ni-Ya Zhang – Huazhong Agricultural University; Lv-hui Sun, n/a – Huazhong Agricultural University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

125 - Mint oils: in vitro anti-inflammatory effects tested in porcine alveolar macrophages
Location: Nonruminant NutritionLauren L. Kovanda – University of California, Davis; Monika Hejna – University of Milan, University of California Davis; Luciana Rossi – University of Milan; Yanhong Liu – University of California, Davis
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

128 - Growth performance, blood urea nitrogen and gut morphology of nursery pigs fed a novel, plant-based protein
Location: Nonruminant NutritionJonathan P. Holt, PhD – North Carolina State University; Ylva Sundstrom – Menon Renewable Products, Inc.; Sara Hash – Menon Renewable Products, Inc.
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

129 - Effects of a multi-strain Bacillus subtilis-based direct-fed microbial on growth performance, nutrient digestibility, and colonic pH in diets fed to weanling pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionJaron R. Lewton – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University; Adrienne Woodward – United Animal Health; Ronny Moser – United Animal Health; Kyan M. Thelen – Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University; Adam J. Moeser, DVM, MS PhD – Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University; Nathalie Trottier – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University; Robert Tempelman – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University; Dale W. Rozeboom – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

131 - The effect of increasing phytase dose to 1000 FTU/kg on phosphorous and calcium digestibility in pigs fed diets without inorganic P
Location: Nonruminant NutritionCarly M. Rundle, M.S. – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Barthold Hillen – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Yueming Dersjant-Li, PhD – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Anne-Marie Debicki-Garnier – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Hans H. Stein – University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

135 - Production of a fifty percent functional protein concentrate from the dry grind ethanol process and use of the product in diets for Atlantic salmon.
Location: Nonruminant NutritionPeter E.V Williams, BSc(Hons), MSc,PhD – Fluid Quip Technologies
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

138 - Effects of Diet Complexity and L-Threonine Supplementation on Immune Response and Intestinal Barrier Function in Nursery Pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionBonjin Koo – University of Manitoba; Janghan Choi – University of Manitoba; Chengbo Yang – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Charles Martin Nyachoti – University of Manitoba
NONRUMINANT NUTRITION II
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

115 - Functionality of a novel consensus bacterial 6-phytase variant on ileal phytate degradation in weaned piglets fed diets without inorganic phosphate
Location: Nonruminant NutritionRachael Hardy, n/a – DuPont; Yueming Dersjant-Li, PhD – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Trine Christensen – DuPont; Deepak Velayudhan – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Janet C. Remus, n/a – DuPont Animal Nutrition
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

116 - Meta-analysis of 3 trials: the effect a novel consensus bacterial 6-phytase variant on phosphorus digestibility and retention in piglets fed inorganic phosphate free diets
Location: Nonruminant NutritionDeepak Velayudhan – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Rachael Hardy, n/a – DuPont; Leon Marchal – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Yueming Dersjant-Li, PhD – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

122 - Nutrient digestibility of heat pretreated or multienzyme treated corn whole stillage for pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionKevin Jerez-Bogota – Graduate assistant; Tofuko A. Woyengo – Assistant professor
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

123 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Identification of correlated metabolomic and microbiomic responses that connect dietary energy level with pig growth
Location: Nonruminant NutritionYun Xie – University of Minnesota; Yajian Song – University of Minnesota; Pedro E. Urriola – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota; Laia Blavi – University of Illinois; Hans H. Stein – University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign; Victor G. Perez – Dupont; Wenting Li – Dupont- Nutrition&Biosciences; Chi Chen – University of Minnesota
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

130 - Effects of a multi-strain Bacillus subtilis-based direct-fed microbial on immunity markers, intestinal morphology, and microbial communities in diets fed to weanling pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionJaron R. Lewton – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University; Adrienne Woodward – United Animal Health; Ronny Moser – United Animal Health; Kyan M. Thelen – Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University; Adam J. Moeser, DVM, MS PhD – Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Michigan State University; Nathalie Trottier – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University; Robert Tempelman – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University; Dale W. Rozeboom – Department of Animal Science, Michigan State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

133 - Effects of methionine source and zinc level on growth performance of nursery pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionHenrique S. Cemin – Hubbard Feeds; Luke A. Swalla – Hubbard Feeds; Sharlie A. Hansen – Hubbard Feeds; Jamie L. Pietig – Hubbard Feeds; Stewart T. Galloway – Hubbard Feeds; Ernie L. Hansen – Hubbard Feeds
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

139 - Digestibility of phosphorus in heat-treated dry extruded-expelled soybean meal and solvent-extracted and expeller-extracted canola meal fed to growing pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionJinyoung Lee, MSc – University of Manitoba; Charles Martin Nyachoti – University of Manitoba
NONRUMINANT NUTRITION III
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

117 - Functionality of a novel consensus bacterial 6-phytase variant in enhancing phosphorus digestibility in gestating and lactating sows
Location: Nonruminant NutritionDeepak Velayudhan – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Xandra Benthem de Grave – Schothorst Feed Research B.V; Katie Waller – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Leon Marchal – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences; Yueming Dersjant-Li, PhD – DuPont Nutrition and Biosciences
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

124 - Butyric acid and derivatives: In vitro effects on barrier integrity of porcine intestinal epithelial cells quantified by transepithelial electrical resistance
Location: Nonruminant NutritionLauren L. Kovanda – University of California, Davis; Monika Hejna – University of Milan, University of California Davis; Yanhong Liu – University of California, Davis
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

126 - Effect of Biolex™ Feed Additive on Nursery and Wean-To-Finish Pig Performance
Location: Nonruminant NutritionJared Harshman – Oklahoma State University; Scott D. Carter, PhD – Oklahoma State Univeristy; Pornpim Aparachita – Oklahoma State Univeristy; Taw J. Scaff – Oklahoma state University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

127 - Effect of feed sweetener and feed flavor on growth performance of weanling pigs
Location: Nonruminant NutritionCharmaine D. Espinosa – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Xixi Chen – DDC Nutrition LLC; Yan Lei – DadHank (Chengdu) Biotech Corp.; Jirong Lv – DadHank (Chengdu) Biotech Corp.; Hans H. Stein – University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

132 - Performance response of the grow-finish pig (38 to 142 kg) fed different levels of tryptophan:lysine in diets containing 40% dry distiller grains with solubles
Location: Nonruminant NutritionDavid A. Clizer – South Dakota State University; Paul Cline – Christensen Farms; Brent Frederick – Christensen Farms; Ryan S. Samuel, PhD – South Dakota State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

134 - Effects of Aspergillus oryzae prebiotic on in vitro digestibility and fermentability of fibrous ingredients and diets
Location: Nonruminant NutritionJinlong Zhu – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota; Jae-Cheol Jang, PhD – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota; Gerald C. Shurson – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota; Lynsey Whitacre – BioZyme Inc.; Ignacio R. Ipharraguerre – University of Kiel; Pedro E. Urriola – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

137 - Dietary Supplementations of Ethanolamine and Serine Enhance Docosahexaenoic Acid Deposition in Eggs of Laying Hens
Location: Nonruminant NutritionAndrew D. Magnuson – Cornell; Xingen Lei – Cornell
PHYSIOLOGY AND ENDOCRINOLOGY I
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

140 - Effect of hCG on the last day of the 5-d CIDR-Synch and/or on day 5 of the estrous cycle on luteal dynamics in recipient Holstein heifers
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyMarcelo Siqueira El Azzi – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Everardo Anta Galvan – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Teresita Valdes Arciniega – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Iago Leão – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Rodrigo Sala – ST Genetics; Meliton Fosada – ST Genetics; José de Souza – Universidade Federal de Lavras; Joao Paulo N. Martins, DVM, MS, PhD – University of Wisconsin-Madison
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

141 - Effect of induction of an ipsilateral vs. contralateral accessory corpus luteum (CL) on pregnancy per AI and pregnancy loss in lactating dairy cows
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyPedro L. J. Monteiro, Jr. – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Caio A. Gamarra, n/a – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Rodrigo S. Genari, n/a – Univertsity of Wisconsin-Madison; Alexandre B. Prata, n/a – University of São Paulo; Rafael V. Barletta, n/a – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Peregrino Duran, n/a – Philippine Carabao Center; Julian C. Ochoa, n/a – University of São Paulo; Aurea M. O. Canavessi, n/a – University of São Paulo; Roberto Sartori, n/a – University of São Paulo; Milo C. Wiltbank – UW- Madison
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

142 - Evaluation of estrus detection patches as a tool to classify postpartum beef cows as estrous cycling or anestrous prior to the start of the breeding season
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyEmily G. Smith – University of Missouri - Columbia; Rachael C. Bonacker – University of Missouri - Columbia; Carson M. Andersen – University of Missouri - Columbia; Jordan M. Thomas, n/a – University of Missouri - Columbia
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

147 - Presynchronization and delayed fixed-time artificial insemination increases pregnancy rates with sex-sorted semen in replacement beef heifers
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyNicky Oosthuizen – Texas A&M University; Pedro Fontes – University of Georgia; Ramiro Filho – Texas A&M University; Carl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University; David M. Grieger, n/a – Kansas State University; John B. Hall, PhD – University of Idaho; Scott Lake – University of Wyoming; Charles Looney – University of Arkansas; Vitor R. G. Mercadante – Virginia Tech - Animal and Poultry; Bryan W. Neville, PhD – Carrington Research Extension Center; George Perry – South Dakota State University; Jeremy G. Powell – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science; Ligia Prezotto – Montana State University; George Seidel, Jr. – Colorado State University; Ryon Walker – Nobel Research Institute; Rodolfo C. Cardoso, DVM, PhD – Department of Animal Science, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX; Ky G. Pohler, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX; Graham Cliff. Lamb – Texas A&M University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

148 - Effects of managing mature beef bulls on divergent planes of nutrition on body composition and concentrations of hormones and metabolites
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyCarl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University; Sarah R. Underdahl – North Dakota State University; Matthew S. Crouse – North Dakota State University; Kacie L. McCarthy – University of Nebraska-Linocln; Cierrah J. Kassetas – North Dakota State University; Friederike Baumgaertner – North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch – Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University; Sheri T. Dorsam – North Dakota State University; Kevin K. Sedivec – Interim Director Central Grasslands Research Extension Center; Alison K. Ward – North Dakota State University; Joel Caton – North Dakota State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

149 - Effects of managing mature beef bulls on divergent planes of nutrition on motility and kinematic properties of fresh and frozen-thawed sperm
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyCarl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University; Sarah R. Underdahl – North Dakota State University; Matthew S. Crouse – North Dakota State University; Kacie L. McCarthy – University of Nebraska-Linocln; Cierrah J. Kassetas – North Dakota State University; Friederike Baumgaertner – North Dakota State University; Sheri T. Dorsam – North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch – Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University; Kevin K. Sedivec – Interim Director Central Grasslands Research Extension Center; Alison K. Ward – North Dakota State University; Joel Caton – North Dakota State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

150 - Effects of managing mature beef bulls on divergent planes of nutrition on novel measures of bull fertility
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyCarl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University; Cierrah J. Kassetas – North Dakota State University; Tom Geary, n/a – USDA- ARS Fort Keogh; Abby Zezeski – USDA-ARS Fort Keogh LARRL; Sarah R. Underdahl – North Dakota State University; Matthew S. Crouse – North Dakota State University; Kacie L. McCarthy – University of Nebraska-Linocln; Friederike Baumgaertner – North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch – Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University; Sheri T. Dorsam – North Dakota State University; Kevin K. Sedivec – Interim Director Central Grasslands Research Extension Center; Alison K. Ward – North Dakota State University; Joel Caton – North Dakota State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

156 - Injectable trace mineral supplementation on grazing beef cows: effect on overall mineral status and fertility
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyStefania Pancini – Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University - Department of Animal and Poultry Sciences; John Currin, Dr. – Large animal Clinical Sciences, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine; Jamie L. Stewart – Large animal Clinical Sciences, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine; Sherrie Clark – Large animal Clinical Sciences, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine; Tracey Redifer, n/a – Large animal Clinical Sciences, Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine; Nicholas W. Dias, Masters – Animal and Poultry Sciences, Virginia Tech; Claire L. Timlin – Animal and Poultry Sciences, Virginia Tech; Alvaro Sales – Animal and Poultry Sciences, Virginia Tech; Vitor R. G. Mercadante – Virginia Tech - Animal and Poultry
PHYSIOLOGY AND ENDOCRINOLOGY II
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

144 - Proof of concept for bilateral twin pregnancies in Trio allele carriers
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyGuilherme Madureira – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Victor Gomez-León – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Gustavo Fernandes Grillo – University of Wisconsin-Madison; João Paulo Nascimento Andrade – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Beth Lett – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Sadrollah Molaei Moghbeli – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Milo C. Wiltbank – UW- Madison; Brian W. Kirkpatrick, PhD – University of Wisconsin-Madison
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

145 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Prenatal stress increases skeletal muscle mitochondrial volume density and function in yearling Brahman calves
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyChloey P. Guy – Texas A&M University; Catherine L. Wellman, MBIOT – Texas A&M University; David G. Riley, PhD – Texas A&M University; Charles R. Long, Ph.D. – Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Overton; Ron D. Randel – Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Overton; Thomas H. Welsh, Jr., Ph.D. – Texas A&M University; Texas A&M AgriLife Research, College Station; Sarah H. White-Springer, PhD – Texas A&M University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

146 - Prematurity Blunts the Protein Synthetic Response of Skeletal Muscle to Insulin and Amino Acids
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyTeresa A. Davis, PhD – USDA/ARS; Marko Rudar, PhD – USDA/ARS Children's Nutrition Research Center, Baylor College of Medicine; Jane Naberhuis – USDA/ARS; Agus Suryawan – USDA/ARS; Marta Fiorotto – USDA/ARS
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

152 - Impact of chorionic somatomammotropin RNA interference on uterine blood flow and placental glucose uptake in the absence of intrauterine growth restriction
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyAmelia R. Tanner – Colorado State University; Asghar Ali – Colorado State University; Quinton A. Winger – Colorado State University; Paul J. Rozance – University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus; Russell V. Anthony – Colorado State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

153 - Do pre and postnatal nutrition interact to program reproductive phenotype in sexually mature heifers?
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyTatiane S. Maia – Animal Reproduction Laboratory, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Beeville, TX; Department of Animal Science, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX; Higor R. Guimarães – Animal Reproduction Laboratory, Texas A&M AgriLife Research, Beeville, TX; Gessica A. Franco – Department of Animal Science, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX; Ky G. Pohler, n/a – Department of Animal Science, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX; Rodolfo C. Cardoso, DVM, PhD – Department of Animal Science, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX; Gary L. Williams, Ph.D., PAS, ACAP – Texas A&M AgriLife Research
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

154 - Evaluating the effects of prophylactic antibiotics on intestinal health in pigs given a corticotropin-releasing factor antagonist during weaning and transport
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyBetty R. McConn, PhD – Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education; Jean E. Rivier – The Salk Institute; Dominic P. Behan – Sentia Medical Sciences Inc.; Brian T. Richert – Purdue University; John S. Radcliffe – Purdue University; Donald C. Lay, Jr., PhD – USDA-ARS Livestock Behavior Research Unit; Jay S. Johnson, PhD – USDA-ARS Livestock Behavior Research Unit
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

155 - Effects of sustained hyperprolactinemia in late gestation on the mammary parenchymal transcriptome of gilts
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyMarie-France Palin – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Sherbrooke Research and Development Centre; Anouk Caron – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Sherbrooke Research and Development Centre; Chantal Farmer, PhD – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Sherbrooke Research and Development Centre
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

157 - Spectroscopic analysis of tissues collected from male goats differing in genetic propensity to consume juniper.
Location: Physiology and EndocrinologyDouglas R. Tolleson – Texas A&M AgriLife Sonora Research Station; Nick Garza – Texas A&M AgriLife Research; Kaylee Hollingsworth – Texas A&M University; Jose M. Diaz – Texas A&M AgriLife Sonora Research Station; Thomas H. Welsh, Jr., Ph.D. – Texas A&M University; Texas A&M AgriLife Research, College Station
PRODUCTION, MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENT I: FEEDLOT
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

159 - Effect of ionophore, implant, and beta-adrenergic agonists on key indicators of sustainable beef production
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentJessica Baber, PhD – Texas A&M University; Jason T. Sawyer, PhD – Department of Animal Sciences, Auburn University; Ben Holland – Cactus Feeders; Kendall Karr – Cactus Feeders; Alyssa Word, PhD – Cactus Feeders; Tryon Wickersham – Texas A&M University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

162 - Effects of bedding application on feedlot receiving phase growth performance and estimated maintenance requirement in newly weaned beef steers
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentDathan Smerchek – South Dakota State University; Zachary K. Smith – South Dakota State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

164 - Effect of trenbolone acetate, melengestrol acetate, and ractopamine hydrochloride on growth performance of growing beef cattle
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentGabriel O. Ribeiro, gabriel.ribeiro@usask.ca – Department of Animal and Poultry Science, University of Saskatchewan; Martin Hünerberg – Department of Animal Sciences, University of Göttingen; Kim Ominski – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Francis J. Larney – Lethbridge Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; Tim A. McAllister – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge Research Centre, Lethbridge
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

167 - Addition of garlic powder at low doses stimulated mineral consumption in feedlot cattle
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentObioha N. Durunna, PhD, PAg – Lakeland College; University of Saskatchewan; Iris Cheang-Deis, Master's Student – University of Saskatchewan; Bart Lardner – University of Saskatchewan; Kateryn Rochon – University of Manitoba; Herman W. Barkema, DVM, PhD, FCAHS – University of Calgary; Hushton Block – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

168 - Effects of GALR2 genotype and differing implant strategies on carcass characteristics of crossbred Angus finishing steers.
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentJerica R. Hall – North Dakota State University; Kasey Maddock-Carlin – North Dakota State University; Carl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University; Alison K. Ward – North Dakota State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

169 - Investigating relationships between weather variables and dry matter intake of beef cattle in feedlot
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentArthur Francisco Araujo Fernandes, PhD – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Joao R. Dorea, n/a – University of Wisconsin Madison; Thais B. Amaral – EMBRAPA; Guilherme J. M. Rosa – University of Wisconsin-Madison
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

170 - Effects of Dietary Phytogenic Supplementation to a Finishing Diet on Intake, Digestibility, Nitrogen Balance and Carcass Measures
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentColton A. Althaber, MS – University of Arkansas; Ken Coffey – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science; James D. Caldwell, Ph.D. – Delacon USA, Inc.; Michael C. Pruden – University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture Department of Animal Science
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

173 - Greenhouse gas emissions and land use associated with the removal of growth-enhancing technologies from backgrounding and finishing cattle in Canada: A case study
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentEmily M. Boonstra – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Tim A. McAllister – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge Research Centre, Lethbridge; Gabriel O. Ribeiro, gabriel.ribeiro@usask.ca – Department of Animal and Poultry Science, University of Saskatchewan; Marcos Cordeiro – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; Aklilu Alemu – Swift Current Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Swift Current; Gary Crow, PhD – University of Manitoba; Kim Ominski – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

174 - A comparison of machine learning algorithms in the classification of beef steers finished in feedlot
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentLucas S. Lopes, MSc – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Christine F. Baes, BSc., MSc., PhD. – University of Guelph; Dan Tulpan, n/a – University of Guelph; Luis Artur Loyola Chardulo – Associate Professor; Otavio Machado Neto – Associate Professor; Welder Angelo Baldassini – Post Doc
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

181 - Evaluation of mixer performance in cattle finishing diets with 15 or 30 percent dry matter basis inclusion of corn silage
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentElizabeth M. Buckhaus – South Dakota State University; Zachary K. Smith – South Dakota State University
PRODUCTION, MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENT II: COW-CALF
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

158 - Provision of artificial shade before weaning influences performance of Angus and Brangus cow-calf pairs
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentGleise Medeiros da Silva – University of Florida - NFREC; Tessa M. Schulmeister – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; federico podversich – University of Florida, North Florida Research and Education Center; Federico Tarnonsky – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Maria E. Zamora – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Juan I. Urrutia – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Jimena Laporta, n/a – University of Florida; Jose Carlos Batista Dubeux Jr. – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Angela M. Gonella-Diaza, PhD – North Florida Research and Education Center, University of Florida, Marianna, FL, US; Nicolas DiLorenzo – University of Florida - NFREC
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

160 - Effects of cow-calf management strategies on environmental footprints of beef cattle production in the United States
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentJessica Baber, PhD – Texas A&M University; Tryon Wickersham – Texas A&M University; Sara Place – Elanco; Al Rotz – USDA-ARS
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

161 - Effects of management strategies on environmental footprints of cow-calf production in the United States
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentJessica Baber, PhD – Texas A&M University; Tryon Wickersham – Texas A&M University; Sara Place – Elanco; Al Rotz – USDA-ARS
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

172 - Enteric methane emissions from pregnant beef heifers as affected by multiple mitigation strategies
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentRhea E. Teranishi – University of Manitoba; E.J. McGeough, PhD – University of Manitoba; Karin Wittenberg – University of Manitoba; Gary Crow, PhD – University of Manitoba; Kim Ominski – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

175 - Effect of age at calving on greenhouse gas emissions from simulated beef farms grazing four stockpiled forage species in late fall/early winter
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentMegan E. Donnelly – University of Manitoba; Kim Ominski – Department of Animal Science, University of Manitoba; E.J. McGeough, PhD – University of Manitoba; Karin Wittenberg – University of Manitoba; Getahun Legesse – University of Manitoba
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

176 - Application of growing degree day to predict diet crude protein in rangeland beef cows
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentJose M. Diaz – Texas A&M AgriLife Sonora Research Station; Douglas R. Tolleson – Texas A&M AgriLife Sonora Research Station; Jay P. Angerer, n/a – Texas A&M AgriLife Blackland Research and Extension Center; Amelia Christian, n/a – Texas A&M AgriLife Blackland Research and Extension Center; William E. Fox, n/a – Texas A&M AgriLife Blackland Research and Extension Center; William E. Pinchak, n/a – Texas A&M Agrilife
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

177 - Development of Feasible Pre-Conditioning Programs for Limited Resource Cow-Calf Producers in North Florida
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentKasey A. Elder – Florida A&M University; Colby Gay – Florida A&M University; Raymond Hernandez – Florida A&M University; Derrick J. Coble – Florida A&M University; John F. Odhiambo, PhD – Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
PRODUCTION, MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENT III: DAIRY
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

163 - Investigating relationships between life history events, carcass quality and price of cull dairy cows sold through auction markets
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentLigia da Cunha Moreira – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Tiago Luciano Passafaro – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Guilherme J. M. Rosa – University of Wisconsin-Madison
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

165 - Evaluation of Milk Urea Nitrogen Measurement Precision and Accuracy
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentKristan F. Reed, PhD – Cornell University; Emma Wood – Cornell University; David M. Barbano – Cornell University; Matilde Portnoy – Cornell University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

166 - Altering the ruminal microbiota in dairy calves using rumen contents dosing
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentMadison S. Cox – Department of Bacteriology, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Paul J. Weimer – US Dairy Forage Research Center, USDA Agricultural Research Service; Department of Bacteriology, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Andrew J. Steinberger – Department of Bacteriology, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Joseph H. Skarlupka – Department of Bacteriology, University of Wisconsin-Madison; Garret Suen – Department of Bacteriology, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

171 - Inhibition of pure culture Salmonella Newport by camphor and eucalyptol in vitro
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentDarren S. Seidel – University of Georgia; Kristen Pisani, n/a – University of Georgia; Austin Hunnicutt, n/a – University of Georgia; Quinterrius Banks, n/a – University of Georgia; Todd Callaway – University of Georgia
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

178 - Towards better usage of data in dairy farms: The Dairy Brain initiative
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentLiliana Fadul – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Steven Wangen – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Victor E. Cabrera, PhD – University of Wisconsin-Madison
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

179 - Open discussion of data bottlenecks in the dairy industry: The Dairy Brain Coordinated Innovation Network
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentLiliana Fadul – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Steven Wangen – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Victor E. Cabrera, PhD – University of Wisconsin-Madison
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

180 - Screening the carbon footprint of intensive Korean dairy cattle farms: Transition towards low emissions' production system
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentRidha Ibidhi – Department of Eco-friendly Livestock Science, Institute of Green Bio Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea; Tae Hoon Kim – Department of International Agricultural Technology, Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea; Rajaraman Bharanidharan – Department of International Agricultural Technology, Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea; Krishnaraj Thirugnanasambantham – Department of Eco-friendly Livestock Science, Institute of Green Bio Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea; Kyoung Hoon Kim – Department of International Agricultural Technology, Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

182 - The effect of previous lactation milk production on twinning prevalence in US dairy cows
Location: Production, Mgmt and EnvironmentRachel Schambow, DVM – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Thomas B. Bennett – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Dorte Dopfer – University of Wisconsin-Madison; Joao Paulo N. Martins, DVM, MS, PhD – University of Wisconsin-Madison
RUMINANT NUTRITION I
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

195 - Using phytogenics to improve energy-corrected milk
Location: Ruminant NutritionShelby M. Ramirez, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Paige N. Gott, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Erin F. Schwandt, PhD – BIOMIN America Inc; Antonia Tacconi – BIOMIN Holding GmbH; G. Raj Murugesan, DVM, Ph.D., MBA – BIOMIN America Inc
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

197 - Effect of a SARA challenge diet on chewing behavior and rumino-reticular short chain fatty acid concentrations in dairy cows
Location: Ruminant NutritionRaul Rivera-Chacon, BSc, MS – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Ezequias Castillo-Lopez – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Sara Ricci – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Renee M. Petri – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Nicole Reisinger – BIOMIN Research Center GmbH, Tulln an der Donau, Austria; Qendrim Zebeli – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

221 - Quantifying the relationship between fasting heat production and chemical empty body composition in sheep and cattle
Location: Ruminant NutritionPhillip A. Lancaster, PhD – Beef Cattle Institute, Kansas State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

224 - A method for estimating the target for protein energy retention in sheep
Location: Ruminant NutritionHolland C. Dougherty, PhD – University of New England - Dept of Animal Science; Hutton Oddy, PhD – NSW Department of Primary Industries; Mark Evered, PhD – NSW Department of Primary Industries; James W. Oltjen, PhD, PAS – University of California Davis
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

225 - Crude protein-content of fat-free muscle and viscera in sheep
Location: Ruminant NutritionHolland C. Dougherty, PhD – University of New England - Dept of Animal Science; Mark Evered, PhD – NSW Department of Primary Industries; James W. Oltjen, PhD, PAS – University of California Davis; Hutton Oddy, PhD – NSW Department of Primary Industries; Roger Hegarty, PhD – University of New England
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

228 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Milk biomarkers for determining the incidence of sub-acute ruminal acidosis
Location: Ruminant NutritionSharon Y. Mowete – University of Manitoba, Winnipeg Canada; Débora Santchi – Lactanet; Ken Kwiatkowski – Horizon Laboratories; Jan C. Plaizier, n/a – University of Manitoba
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

231 - Effect of fat-embedded calcium gluconate on lactation performance in high-yielding multiparous dairy cows in a commercial dairy setting
Location: Ruminant NutritionDave J. Seymour, PhD – Trouw Nutrition; Michelle Carson – Trouw Nutrition Agresearch; Jean-Baptiste Daniel – Trouw Nutrition R&D; Victoria Sanz – Trouw Nutrition R&D; Javier Martín-Tereso – Trouw Nutrition R&D; John Doelman – Trouw Nutrition R&D
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

233 - Efficacy of fat-embedded calcium gluconate on lactation performance in dairy cattle
Location: Ruminant NutritionDave J. Seymour, PhD – Trouw Nutrition; Victoria Sanz – Trouw Nutrition R&D; Jean-Baptiste Daniel – Trouw Nutrition R&D; Javier Martín-Tereso – Trouw Nutrition R&D; John Doelman – Trouw Nutrition R&D
RUMINANT NUTRITION II
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

183 - A blend of plant extracts (Actifor Pro) potentially reduced methane production in a dual-flow continuous culture system fed bermudagrass hay with or without corn gluten feed
Location: Ruminant NutritionMariana E. Garcia-Ascolani – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Nicolas DiLorenzo – University of Florida - NFREC; Yan Sun – Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health Innovation Campus; Thierry Aubert – Delacon; Haley Larson – Cargill Animal Nutrition & Health Innovation Campus
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

192 - Abundance of rumen methanogens did not differ in cattle that differed in residual feed intake
Location: Ruminant NutritionHarvey C. Freetly, PhD – USDA, ARS, U.S. Meat Animal Research Center; Amanda K. Lindholm-Perry – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; Andrew P. Foote, Ph.D. – Oklahoma State University; Sarah Bennett, n/a – University of Florida; Jim E. Wells – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

202 - Dietary supplementation with a blend of essential oils and a proprietary cobalt source along monensin may be antagonistic to growth performance of Holstein yearling bulls
Location: Ruminant NutritionJianping Wu – Gansu Academy Agricultural Sciences; Yan Bai – Gansu Agricultural University; Xia Lang – Gansu Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Cailian Wang – Gansu Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Xiaolei Shi – Gansu Agricultural University; Liping Zhang – Gansu Agricultural University; Haibo Liu – Gansu Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Ting Liu – Gansu Agricultural University; Xuyin Gong – Gansu Academy of Agricultural Sciences; Tingyu Liang – Northwest Normal University; Rui Zhang – Gansu Agricultural University; David P. Casper, PhD – Casper's Calf Ranch, LLC
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

203 - Feeding a calf starter containing monensin alone or in combination with a blend of essential oils and a proprietary cobalt source to Holstein calves
Location: Ruminant NutritionJianping Wu – Gansu Academy Agricultural Sciences; Jinsheng Guo – Gansu Agricultural University; Ting Liu – Gansu Agricultural University; Hao Chen – Gansu Agricultural University; Yan Bai – Gansu Agricultural University; David P. Casper, PhD – Casper's Calf Ranch, LLC
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

208 - Effects of supplemental guanidinoacetic acid, creatine, and choline on protein deposition and methyl group metabolites in growing steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionMadeline S. Grant, MS – Department of Animal Sciences and Industry, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS; Matt D. Miesner – Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University, Manhattan; Evan C. Titgemeyer – Department of Animal Sciences and Industry, Kansas State University, Manhattan
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

209 - Appropriation of feedlot rations’ nutrient levels of imported cattle in central region of Turkey
Location: Ruminant NutritionMehmet Basalan – Kirikkale University, TURKEY; Ozan A. Ekinci – Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

220 - Evaluating LactoPlan for milk replacer inclusion as a direct fed microbial for neonatal calves.
Location: Ruminant NutritionDavid P. Casper, PhD – Casper's Calf Ranch, LLC; Ishwary P. Acharya, Ph.D. – Kay Dee Feeds
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

226 - Evaluation of an active live yeast (Levucell SC, CNCM l-1077) on receiving and backgrounding phase growth performance in beef steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionElizabeth M. Buckhaus – South Dakota State University; Zachary K. Smith – South Dakota State University; Kip Karges – Lallemand Animal Nutrition; Angel Aguilar – Lallemand Animal Nutrition
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

227 - Evaluation of mixer performance in cattle finishing diets of varying physical characteristics
Location: Ruminant NutritionElizabeth M. Buckhaus – South Dakota State University; Zachary K. Smith – South Dakota State University
RUMINANT NUTRITION III
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

186 - Hormone content of anabolic implants differentially affects plasma and liver trace mineral concentrations
Location: Ruminant NutritionElizabeth M. Messersmith – Iowa State University; Caleb C. Reichhardt – Utah State University; Kara J. Thornton, PhD – Utah State University; Stephanie L. Hansen, n/a – Iowa State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

191 - Effects of injectable vitamin C at weaning and prior to transit on growth performance and immune function of beef steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionAubree M. Beenken – Iowa State University; Erin L. Deters, PhD – Iowa State University; Colten W. Dornbach – University of Illinois; Stephanie L. Hansen, n/a – Iowa State University; Joshua C. McCann – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Daniel W. Shike – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

198 - Ruminal pH of Angus and Nellore steers during adaptation to high-energy diets with different nutritional strategies
Location: Ruminant NutritionAna Carolina J. Pinto – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Antonio M. Silvestre – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Leandro Aparecido F. SIlva – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Jessica G. Cardin – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Katia Lirian R. Souza – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Daniel M. Casali – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Lidiane S. Miranda – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Werner F. Schleifer – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Vanessa Gomes L. Gasparini – São Paulo State University (UNESP); Danilo D. Millen, PhD – Sao Paulo State University (UNESP)
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

204 - Effects of sorghum silage kernel processing on intake and apparent total tract digestibility of beef heifers
Location: Ruminant Nutritionfederico podversich – University of Florida, North Florida Research and Education Center; Sergio Roskopf – Universidad Nacional del Litoral, Santa Fe, Argentina; Leandro Abdelhadi – El Encuentro Experimental Farm; Gleise Medeiros da Silva – University of Florida - NFREC; Federico Tarnonsky – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Federico Fernandez – Universidad Nacional de La Plata; Federico Sanchez – Claas; Jose Carlos Batista Dubeux Jr. – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Luiz Ferraretto – University of Florida; Nicolas DiLorenzo – University of Florida - NFREC
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

211 - Evaluation of CLOSTAT-500® on growth performance and fecal Salmonella prevalence in yearling beef steers during the feedlot receiving phase
Location: Ruminant NutritionZachary K. Smith – South Dakota State University; Paul Rand Broadway – USDA-ARS-Livestock Issues Research Unit; Nicole C. Burdick Sanchez – USDA-ARS-Livestock Issues Research Unit; Jeff A. Carroll – USDA-ARS-Livestock Issues Research Unit; Doug Lafleur – Kemin Industries; Jerilyn Hergenreder – Kemin Industries
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

215 - Supplementation with beta-carotene and vitamins improves pregnancy rate after timed-AI in beef Nellore cows grazed in pasture systems
Location: Ruminant NutritionLuana Factor – Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of São Paulo, Brazil; Guilherme S. Vasconcellos, Master of Science – DSM Nutritional Products; Tiago S. Acedo – DSM Produtos Nutricionais Brasil S.A.; Victor V. Valério de Carvalho, PhD – DSM Nutritional Products Brazil; Bruna L. Catussi – Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of São Paulo, Brazil; Pietro S. Baruselli, São Paulo University – Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science, University of São Paulo, Brazil
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

218 - Effects of feeding a vitamin and mineral supplement and (or) an energy supplement on concentrations of amino acids in beef heifer serum and fetal fluids at d 83 of gestation
Location: Ruminant NutritionAna Clara B. Menezes, PhD – North Dakota State University; Kacie L. McCarthy – University of Nebraska-Linocln; Cierrah J. Kassetas – North Dakota State University; Friederike Baumgaertner – North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch – Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University; Sheri T. Dorsam – North Dakota State University; Tammi L. Neville – Research Specialist; Alison K. Ward – North Dakota State University; Pawel P. Borowicz – North Dakota State University; Lawrence P. P. Reynolds, PhD – North Dakota State University; Kevin K. Sedivec – Interim Director Central Grasslands Research Extension Center; J. Chris Forcherio – Manager, Beef Feed R & D Purina Animal Nutrition Center; Ronald Scott – Director, Beef Technical Innovation Purina Animal Nutrition Center; Joel Caton – North Dakota State University; Carl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University
RUMINANT NUTRITION IV
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

196 - Screening several phytogenic compounds for their effect on ruminal fermentation parameters in cattle fed high grain diet
Location: Ruminant NutritionSara Ricci – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Renee M. Petri – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Ezequias Castillo-Lopez – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Raul Rivera-Chacon, BSc, MS – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria; Nicole Reisinger – BIOMIN Research Center GmbH, Tulln an der Donau, Austria; Qendrim Zebeli – Institute of Animal Nutrition and Functional Plant Compounds - Vetmeduni Vienna, CD Lab Innovative Gut Health Concepts of Livestock, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, Vienna, Austria
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

205 - Effect of supplemental trace mineral source on performance, health, and carcass characteristics in finishing beef steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionJeff Heldt, PhD – Micronutrients USA LLC; Ben Holland – Cactus Feeders; Alyssa Word, PhD – Cactus Feeders; Kendall Karr – Cactus Feeders
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

210 - Effects of supplementing calcium salts of fatty acids during late gestation on beef cow performance and offspring pre-weaning performance
Location: Ruminant NutritionTaoqi Shao – University of Illinois; Lucas T. Neira – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Daniel W. Shike – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

216 - Autolysed yeast supplementation in finishing beef steers diets during feedlot
Location: Ruminant NutritionMikael Neumann – NUPRAN - Centro de Ciências Agrárias e Ambientais da Universidade Estadual do Centro-Oeste; Melina A. Bonato, PhD – ICC Industrial Com. Exp. Imp. SA; Liliana L. Borges – ICC Industrial Com. Exp. Imp. SA
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

219 - Developing country specific enteric methane emission factor of the South Korean dairy cattle production using the 2019 refined IPCC Tier 2 methodology
Location: Ruminant NutritionTae Hoon Kim – Department of International Agricultural Technology, Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea; Ridha Ibidhi – Department of Eco-friendly Livestock Science, Institute of Green Bio Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea; Yoo-Gyung Lee – Animal Nutrition and Physiology Team, NIAS, Republic of Korea; Hyun.June Lee – Department of Eco-friendly Livestock Science, Institute of Green Bio Science and Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea; Kyoung Hoon Kim – Department of International Agricultural Technology, Graduate School of International Agricultural Technology, Seoul National University, Pyeongchang, Gangwon, The Republic of Korea
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

222 - Partitioning of retained energy between protein and fat gain, and heat of product formation and support metabolism in growing beef cattle
Location: Ruminant NutritionPhillip A. Lancaster, PhD – Beef Cattle Institute, Kansas State University
Wednesday, Jul 22
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

223 - Evaluation of dietary characteristics and empty body chemical components affecting the relationship between heat production and metabolizable energy intake in growing beef cattle
Location: Ruminant NutritionPhillip A. Lancaster, PhD – Beef Cattle Institute, Kansas State University
RUMINANT NUTRITION V
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

184 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Supplementation of Angus crossbred steers with avian-derived polyclonal antibody preparations against ruminal methanogenic Archaea alters ruminal fermentation and decreases ex situ methane production
Location: Ruminant NutritionMariana E. Garcia-Ascolani – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Martin Ruiz-Moreno – University of Florida - NFREC; Tessa M. Schulmeister – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Federico Tarnonsky – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Sergio Roskopf – Universidad Nacional del Litoral, Santa Fe, Argentina; federico podversich – University of Florida, North Florida Research and Education Center; Gleise Medeiros da Silva – University of Florida - NFREC; Juan Vargas Martinez – University of Florida - NFREC; Timothy J. Hackmann – University of California, Davis; Jose Carlos Batista Dubeux Jr. – University of Florida - North Florida Research and Education Center; Nicolas DiLorenzo – University of Florida - NFREC
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

185 - Effect of zinc source and implant strategy on performance, carcass characteristics, and tissue mineral concentrations in finishing beef steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionElizabeth M. Messersmith – Iowa State University; Angela Boyer – Phibro Animal Health Corporation; Dennis Nuzback – Phibro Animal Health Corporation; Stephanie L. Hansen, n/a – Iowa State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

189 - Evaluation of Hybrid Rye on Growth Performance, Carcass Traits, and Efficiency of Net Energy Utilization in Finishing Steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionWarren C. Rusche, MS, PAS – South Dakota State University; Julie Walker, n/a – South Dakota State University; Rebecca S. Brattain, n/a – KWS Cereals USA, LLC; Zachary K. Smith – South Dakota State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

200 - Effects of grain processing and undegradable fiber on rumen pH and fermentation of cattle fed high grain diets
Location: Ruminant NutritionTao Ran – Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Calgary; A. M. Saleem – Department of Animal and Poultry Production, South Valley University; Karen Beauchemin – Lethbridge Research and Development Centre, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada; G. Penner, B.S.A, M.Sc, PhD – Department of Animal and Poultry Science, University of Saskatchewan; Wenzhu Yang – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lethbridge Research and Development Centre
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

201 - Effects of feeding vitamin and mineral and (or) energy supplements to beef heifers during the first 83 days of gestation on progesterone concentrations, corpus luteum size, and fetal body measurements
Location: Ruminant NutritionKacie L. McCarthy – University of Nebraska-Linocln; Jocelyn Nestande – North Dakota State University; Cierrah J. Kassetas – North Dakota State University; Friederike Baumgaertner – North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch – Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University; Sheri T. Dorsam – North Dakota State University; Tammi L. Neville – Research Specialist; Alison K. Ward – North Dakota State University; Pawel P. Borowicz – North Dakota State University; Lawrence P. P. Reynolds, PhD – North Dakota State University; Kevin K. Sedivec – Interim Director Central Grasslands Research Extension Center; J. Chris Forcherio – Manager, Beef Feed R & D Purina Animal Nutrition Center; Ronald Scott – Director, Beef Technical Innovation Purina Animal Nutrition Center; Joel Caton – North Dakota State University; Carl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

212 - Feedlot performance of Nellore bulls fed different starch levels in the diet associated with feed additives
Location: Ruminant NutritionThaiano I. S. Silva – São Paulo State University – UNESP, Botucatu, SP; Victor V. Valério de Carvalho, PhD – DSM Nutritional Products Brazil; Alexandre Perdigão – DSM Produtos Nutricionais Brasil S.A.; Tiago S. Acedo – DSM Produtos Nutricionais Brasil S.A.; Guilherme S. F. M. Vasconcellos, n/a – DSM Nutritional Products; luis Fernando Tamassia – DSM Nutritional Products; Cyntia L. Martins – Sao Paulo State University, Brazil; Mário B. Arrigoni – Sao Paulo State University, Brazil; Danilo D. Millen, PhD – Sao Paulo State University (UNESP)
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

213 - Feeding essential oils and α-amylase or its association with 25-hydroxy-vitamin-D3 improves productive performance by feedlot cattle
Location: Ruminant NutritionMaria Betania Niehues, n/a – São Paulo State University –; Alexandre Perdigão – DSM Produtos Nutricionais Brasil S.A.; Victor V. Valério de Carvalho, PhD – DSM Nutritional Products Brazil; Tiago S. Acedo – DSM Produtos Nutricionais Brasil S.A.; Guilherme S. F. M. Vasconcellos, n/a – DSM Nutritional Products; luis Fernando Tamassia – DSM Nutritional Products; Cyntia L. Martins – Sao Paulo State University, Brazil; Danilo D. Millen, PhD – Sao Paulo State University (UNESP); Mário B. Arrigoni – Sao Paulo State University, Brazil
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

217 - Assessment of the dissolution characteristics of Rumensin® 90 and Monovet® 90
Location: Ruminant NutritionGary B. Fuller – Elanco,2500 Innovation Way, Greenfield, IN 46140; Laura Foust – Elanco,2500 Innovation Way, Greenfield, IN 46140; Beverly Krabel – Elanco,2500 Innovation Way, Greenfield, IN 46140; Mike S. Brown, n/a – Elanco,2500 Innovation Way, Greenfield, IN 46140
RUMINANT NUTRITION VI
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

187 - Effects of energy supplementation during early gestation in beef heifers on body weight, concentrations of IGF-1, and calf characteristics
Location: Ruminant NutritionFriederike Baumgaertner – North Dakota State University; Sarah R. Underdahl – North Dakota State University; Kacie L. McCarthy – University of Nebraska-Linocln; Ana Clara B. Menezes, PhD – North Dakota State University; WELLISON JARLES DA SILVA DINIZ, PhD – North Dakota State University; Alison K. Ward – North Dakota State University; Kevin K. Sedivec – Interim Director Central Grasslands Research Extension Center; Sheri T. Dorsam – North Dakota State University; James D. Kirsch – Department of Animal Sciences, North Dakota State University; Joel Caton – North Dakota State University; Carl R. Dahlen, PhD – North Dakota State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

190 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Transit affects metabolic profiles and antioxidant enzyme activity in the muscle of beef steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionErin L. Deters, PhD – Iowa State University; Stephanie L. Hansen, n/a – Iowa State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

194 - Effects of feeding increased roughage to feedlot steers the last 56 days of finishing
Location: Ruminant NutritionKaitlyn N. Pierce – Oklahoma State University; Andrew P. Foote, Ph.D. – Oklahoma State University; PAUL A. BECK, PhD – Oklahoma State University, Department of Animal & Food Sciences; Colton A. Robison – Oklahoma State University; Andrea L. Warner – Oklahoma State University; Don S. Hubbell – University of Arkansas; Blake K. Wilson – Oklahoma State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

199 - Inclusion of Sweet Bran™ and wet distillers grains alone or in combination improves performance, carcass merit, and rumen buffering characteristics of feedlot cattle fed steam-flaked corn diets
Location: Ruminant NutritionPaige R. Spowart – West Texas A&M University; John T. Richeson – West Texas A&M University; David M. Crawford – West Texas A&M University; Kendall L. Samuelson, n/a – West Texas A&M University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

206 - Characterization of the Rumen Bacterial Communities of Grass-fed and Grain-fed Bison Heifers
Location: Ruminant NutritionAnlly M. Fresno Rueda – South Dakota State University; Jason Griffin – South Dakota State University; Carter Kruse – Turner Ranches (Turner Enterprises, Inc.); Benoit St-Pierre – South Dakota State University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

207 - Effects of increasing dietary metabolizable protein in lightweight beef calves
Location: Ruminant NutritionMiles D. Redden, BS, MS – University of Illinois; Joshua C. McCann – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign; Daniel W. Shike – University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

229 - The effects of direct-fed microbial with and without monensin plus tylan on performance, feed efficiency and feeding behavior patterns in feedlot steers
Location: Ruminant NutritionMegan N. Hall – Texas A&M University; Gordon E. Carstens – Texas A&M University; Monty Kerley – University of Montana; Lauren Wottlin – Texas A&M University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

230 - Effects of encapsulated calcium-ammonium nitrate on performance and methane production of beef steers grazing mixed winter forage
Location: Ruminant NutritionAndrea M. Osorio Doblado – Texas Tech University; Sebastian E. Mejia-Turcios, MSc – UC Davis; Miranda K. Stotz – Texas Tech University; David Vargas – Texas Tech University; Rafael Canonenco de Araujo – GRASP; Nicolas DiLorenzo – University of Florida - NFREC; Francine Henry – Texas Tech University; Jhones Onorino Sarturi, n/a – Texas Tech University; Darren D. Henry, n/a – Texas Tech University
Thursday, Jul 23
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

232 - Effects of bismuth subsalicylate and encapsulated calcium-ammonium nitrate on beef cattle performance and liver mineral concentration
Location: Ruminant NutritionSebastian E. Mejia-Turcios, MSc – UC Davis; Andrea M. Osorio Doblado – Texas Tech University; Phil Urso – Sam Houston State University; Whitney L. Crossland – Texas Tech University; Rafael Canonenco de Araujo – GRASP; Francine Henry – Texas Tech University; Jhones Onorino Sarturi, n/a – Texas Tech University; Nicolas DiLorenzo – University of Florida - NFREC; Darren D. Henry, n/a – Texas Tech University
SMALL RUMINANT
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

234 - Woodlands for Expanding the Grazing Opportunity for Small Ruminants in the Southeast: Challenges and Opportunities
Location: Small RuminantUma Karki, PhD – Tuskegee University; Bidur Paneru – Tuskegee University; Shailes Bhattrai – University of Georgia; Nevershi Ellis – Tuskegee University; Lila B. Karki, n/a – Tuskegee University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

235 - Effects of cottonseed hulls and bermudagrass hay particle size on dry matter intake, physiological parameters, and growth performance of feedlot lambs
Location: Small RuminantDanilo G. Quadros – Texas A&M AgriLife Research; Travis R. Whitney – Texas A&M AgriLife Research; Cassie Weishuhn – Texas A&M AgriLife Research; Jose M. Diaz – Texas A&M AgriLife Sonora Research Station; Douglas R. Tolleson – Texas A&M AgriLife Sonora Research Station
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

236 - Comparison of ultrasound scanned loin eye muscle characteristics and back-fat depth measured in lean muscle selection and control Katahdin sheep flock
Location: Small RuminantTumen Wuliji, Ph.D – Lincoln University; Christopher Baughman, DVM – Lincoln University; Jessica Epple-Farmer, Ph.D – Lincoln University; Jeremiah Markway, BS – Lincoln University; Luke Wilbers, MSc – Lincoln University; Amy Bax, BS – Lincoln University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

237 - Evaluation of fleece and fiber characteristics of ultrafine Paco-Vicunas farmed in Missouri
Location: Small RuminantTumen Wuliji, Ph.D – Lincoln University; Gloria Smith – Victory Farm; Don Smith – Victory Farm
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

238 - Reproductive and lactation management for year-round ewe milk production with non-traditional dairy breeds.
Location: Small RuminantNikola Kochendoerfer, PhD – Cornell University; Michael L. Thonney – Cornell University; Dan L. Brown – Cornell University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

239 - Effect of carbohydrate source on dry matter intake and digestibility, and nutritional status of ewes milked year-round on an accelerated lambing system
Location: Small RuminantNikola Kochendoerfer, PhD – Cornell University; Michael L. Thonney – Cornell University; Dan L. Brown – Cornell University
SWINE SPECIES
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

241 - Metoclopramide induces low-level hyperprolactinemia to increase milk production in sows
Location: Swine SpeciesAlice T. Mathews, MS – University of California Davis; Carmen M. Banks, BS – University of California Davis; Josephine F. Trott, PhD – University of California Davis; Roberto D. Sainz, PhD – University of California Davis; Chantal Farmer, PhD – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Sherbrooke Research and Development Centre; Izabella I. Pendergast, BS – University of California Davis; Russell C. Hovey, PhD – University of California Davis
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

242 - Development of image analysis pipeline to predict body weight in pigs
Location: Swine SpeciesHaipeng Yu, PhD – Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Kiho Lee, n/a – Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University; Gota Morota, n/a – Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

243 - Ileal Terminal Starch Hydrolytic Activity Is Increased in Association with Improved Growth and Feed Efficiency in Weaning Pigs Fed a Therapeutic Multi-antimicrobial-supplemented Diet
Location: Swine SpeciesJiali Chen – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Min Wang – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Tania L. Archbold – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Weijun Wang – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Wenyi Fan – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Xindi Yin – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Laurence Cheng – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph; Ming Z. Fan – Department of Animal Biosciences, University of Guelph
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

244 - The effect of a high-fiber feeding program for replacement gilts on body weight and composition at breeding
Location: Swine SpeciesNicole Gregory – University of Guelph; Chantal Farmer, PhD – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Sherbrooke Research and Development Centre; Robert Friendship – University of Guelph; Lee-Anne Huber, Ph.D – University of Guelph
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

245 - Effect of space allowance, mixing and phase feeding on productive performance and body lesions of grow-finisher pigs in pens with a single wet-dry feeder
Location: Swine SpeciesJordi Camp Montoro, DVM – Teagasc / Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona; David Solà-Oriol – Animal Nutrition and Welfare Service, Department of Animal and Food Sciences, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, Bellaterra, Spain; Ramon Muns – Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute, Hillsborough, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom; Edgar G. Manzanilla – Pig Development Department, Animal and Grassland Research and Innovation Centre, Teagasc, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork, Ireland
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

246 - Maternal Programming of the Piglet Microbiome from Birth to Weaning
Location: Swine SpeciesKayla Law – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St Paul, MN; Brigit Lozinski – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St Paul, MN; Ivanellis Torres – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St Paul, MN; Adrienne Hillbrands – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St Paul, MN; University of Minnesota, West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris, MN; Emma Nelson – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St Paul, MN; University of Minnesota, West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris, MN; Lee Johnston – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St Paul, MN; University of Minnesota, West Central Research and Outreach Center, Morris, MN; Andres Gomez – Department of Animal Science, University of Minnesota, St Paul, MN
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

247 - Prediction of daily water intake of pigs during a 41-day nursery phase.
Location: Swine SpeciesTaw J. Scaff – Oklahoma state University; Jared Harshman – Oklahoma State University; Pornpim Aparachita – Oklahoma State Univeristy; Afton Sawyer – Oklahoma State University; Scott D. Carter, PhD – Oklahoma State Univeristy
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

248 - Application of computer vision and data analytics strategies for prediction of carcass composition in live pigs
Location: Swine SpeciesArthur Francisco Araujo Fernandes, PhD – University of Wisconsin-Madison; João R. R. Dorea – UW-Madison; Bruno D. Valente – Genus PLC; Robert Fitzgerald – Genus PLC; William O. Herring – Genus PLC; Guilherme J. M. Rosa – University of Wisconsin-Madison
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

249 - Predicting body weight of finishing pigs using machine and deep learning algorithms
Location: Swine SpeciesYuqing He – North Carolina State University; Francesco Tiezzi, PhD – North Carolina State University; Christian Maltecca – Department of Animal Science, North Carolina State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

250 - Key drivers of a new multi-carbohydrase and phytase complex value for growing-finishing pigs: energy or amino acids?
Location: Swine SpeciesMaamer Jlali, PhD – Adisseo France SAS; Marta Isabel Gracia, n/a – Imasde Agroalimentaria, S.L. C; Héctor Perez – Imasde Agroalimentaria, S.L. C; Óscar Casabuena, n/a – Imasde Agroalimentaria, S.L. C; Pierre Cozannet, n/a – Adisseo France SAS; Aurélie Preynat, n/a – Adisseo France SAS
TEACHING/UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE EDUCATION
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

252 - Better Preparing Animal Science Students for Education Associated Careers
Location: Teaching/Undergrad and Grad EducationTaylor Barnes, MS – Texas A&M University - Animal Science Department; Kirstin M. Burnett – Texas A&M University - Animal Science Department; W. Shawn Ramsey – Texas A&M University - Animal Science Department; Kathrin Dunlap – Texas A&M University - Animal Science Department
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

253 - What the best animal science teachers do
Location: Teaching/Undergrad and Grad EducationBrian D. Whitaker, PhD – University of Findlay; William R. Lamberson, Ph.D. – University of Missouri; Michael F. Smith, Ph.D. – University of Missouri; Bonnie Walters – University of Wisconsin - River Falls; Curtis Youngs – Iowa State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

254 - Effect of presentation method on understanding of organic chemistry in an undergraduate animal nutrition course
Location: Teaching/Undergrad and Grad EducationWilliam B. Smith, PhD, PAS – Tarleton State University; Ashlie N. Thompson – Tarleton State University; Abbigail R. Hines – Tarleton State University
Monday, Jul 20
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

255 - President Oral Presentation Pick: Exposing Undergraduate Students to Extension: Delivering Producer Education Presentations
Location: Teaching/Undergrad and Grad EducationDarrh Bullock – University of Kentucky; Jeffrey Lehmkuhler, PhD, PAS – University of Kentucky; Leslie Anderson – University of Kentucky; Michelle Arnold – University of Kentucky
WSASAS PHYSIOLOGY AND GENETICS
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

275 - Phenotypic relationships between heart score and feed efficiency, carcass, and pulmonary arterial pressure traits
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsKathryn R. Heffernan – Colorado State University; Scott Speidel – Colorado State University; Milt Thomas – Colorado State University; Mark Enns – Colorado State University; Tim Holt – Colorado State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

276 - Repeated Measures of PAP at Different Elevations in Beef Bulls in Colorado
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsTaylor R. Zimprich – Colorado State University; Scott Speidel – Colorado State University; David Schafer – Colorado Agricultural Experiment Station, Colorado State University; Beth LaShell – Fort Lewis College; Tim Holt – Colorado State University; Mark Enns – Colorado State University; Sam Cunningham – Colorado State University; Milt Thomas – Colorado State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

277 - Phenotypic and genetic differences in Rambouillet lines divergently selected for reproductive rate over 50 years
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsTom Murphy, PhD – USDA ARS; Jennifer M. Thomson – Montana State University; James Berardinelli – Montana State University; Brent Roeder – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

278 - Fleece and fiber characteristics of Rambouillet, Targhee, and their reciprocal-crosses at first shearing
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsTom Murphy, PhD – USDA ARS; Whit C. Stewart, Ph.D. – University of Wyoming; Dave Notter – Virginia Tech; Ryan Knuth – University of Wyoming; Trestin Feagler – Montana State University; Bret Taylor – USDA ARS
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

279 - Development, selection criteria, and performance of Composite IV sheep at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsTom Murphy, PhD – USDA ARS; Brad Freking – USDA ARS; Gary L. Bennett, PhD – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center; John W. Keele, Ph.D. – USDA, ARS, US Meat Animal Research Center
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

280 - Relationship of gene markers to residual feed intake, ADG, and marbling of four years of MSU Steer-A-Year steers
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsMakae Nack – Montana State University; Hannah DelCurto Wyffels, MS – Montana State University; Samuel Wyffels, PhD – Montana State University; Timothy DelCurto – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

281 - Techniques to estimate colostrum quality and the effects of cow age and pre-partum supplement intake levels on colostrum quality and serum IgG levels.
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsJulia M. Dafoe – Montana State University; Samuel Wyffels, PhD – Montana State University; Cory T. Parsons, M.S. PAS – Montana State University; Boone Carter – PerforMix; Timothy DelCurto – Montana State University; Darrin L. Boss – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

282 - The Influence of RFI classification and cow age on body weight and body condition change, supplement intake and grazing behavior of beef cattle winter grazing mixed-grass rangelands
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsCory T. Parsons, M.S. PAS – Montana State University; Julia M. Dafoe – Montana State University; Samuel Wyffels, PhD – Montana State University; Megan Van Emon – Montana State University; Timothy DelCurto – Montana State University; Darrin L. Boss – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

283 - Heterosis and its potential influence on pulmonary arterial pressure in beef cattle
Location: WSASAS Physiology and GeneticsRoderick A. Gonzalez Murray, MSc – Colorado State University; Miguel A. Sánchez-Castro, n/a – Colorado State University; Milt Thomas – Colorado State University; Scott Speidel – Colorado State University; Mark Enns – Colorado State University
WSASAS RUMINANT PRODUCTION
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

284 - Influence of three times weekly alfalfa supplementation on the behavior of beef cows grazing dormant Montana rangeland
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionNoah G. Davis – Montana State University; Samuel Wyffels, PhD – Montana State University; Carla Sanford – Montana State University; Timothy DelCurto – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

285 - Supplement intake variation, weight, and body condition change in yearling heifers grazing late-summer dryland pastures with Rumax BoviBox versus Rumax BoviBox HM protein supplements
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionTyrell McClain – Montana State University; Samuel Wyffels, PhD – Montana State University; Shay Larsen – Montana State University; Luka Müller – Montana State University; Noah G. Davis – Montana State University; Boone Carter – PerforMix; Janice Bowman – Montana State University; Darrin L. Boss – Montana State University; Timothy DelCurto – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

286 - The influence of age and winter environment on Rumax Bovibox and Bovibox HM supplement intake behavior of winter grazing beef cattle on mixed-grass rangelands
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionSamuel Wyffels, PhD – Montana State University; Cory T. Parsons, M.S. PAS – Montana State University; Julia M. Dafoe – Montana State University; Darrin L. Boss – Montana State University; Tyrell McClain – Montana State University; Boone Carter – PerforMix; Timothy DelCurto – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

287 - Effect of corn or barley in feedlot diets, on steer performance and feeding behavior
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionHannah DelCurto Wyffels, MS – Montana State University; Julia M. Dafoe – Montana State University; Cory T. Parsons, M.S. PAS – Montana State University; Darrin L. Boss – Montana State University; Timothy DelCurto – Montana State University; Samuel Wyffels, PhD – Montana State University; Megan Van Emon – Montana State University; Janice Bowman – Montana State University
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

288 - Forage mineral and nutrient element concentrations on sheep winter range
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionAlexis Julian – University of Wyoming; Derek Scasta, Ph.D. – University of Wyoming; Barton Stam – University of Wyoming- Extension; Brian Sebade – University of Wyoming Extension; Chad M. Page – University of Wyoming; Brady Springer – University of Wyoming; Wilson Renner – University of Wyoming; Hannah Cunningham – University of Wyoming; Whit C. Stewart, Ph.D. – University of Wyoming
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

289 - Effects of dietary Zn on ewe milk minerals and somatic cell count
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionChad M. Page – University of Wyoming; Tom Murphy, PhD – USDA ARS; Bret Taylor – USDA ARS; Alexis Julian – University of Wyoming; Jaelyn Whaley – University of Wyoming; Kelly Woodruff, n/a – University of Wyoming; Gwendolynn Hummel – University of Wyoming; Claudia DeMarco – Federal University of Pelotas; Dylan Laverell – University of Wyoming; Hannah Cunningham – University of Wyoming; Daniel Rule – University of Wyoming; Whit C. Stewart, Ph.D. – University of Wyoming
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

290 - Impacts of dietary zinc concentrations on lamb feedlot performance
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionRyan Knuth – University of Wyoming; Hannah Cunningham – University of Wyoming; Berit Bangooura – University of Wyoming; Alexis Julian – University of Wyoming; Chad M. Page – University of Wyoming; Gwendolynn Hummel – University of Wyoming; Kelly Woodruff, n/a – University of Wyoming; Jaelyn Whaley – University of Wyoming; Katherine Bardsley – University of Wyoming; Scott Lake – University of Wyoming; Cody Gifford – University of Wyoming; Bledar Bisha – University of Wyoming; Whit C. Stewart, Ph.D. – University of Wyoming
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

291 - Influence of feeding amino acid complexes of zinc and copper on growth performance and carcass response of finishing steers fed ractopamine hydrochloride
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionChanda Engel, MS – Zinpro Corporation; Gary Tibbetts – Zinpro Corporation; Mark Branine – Zinpro Corporation
Tuesday, Jul 21
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM CDT

292 - Altering the particle size of supplemental zeolite (clinoptilolite): Effects on nitrogen utilization and nutrient digestibility in backgrounding cattle
Location: WSASAS Ruminant ProductionCaitlin Klaeui – University of Idaho; Mario de Haro Martí – University of Idaho Extension; Mireille Chahine, n/a – University of Idaho; Gwinyai E. Chibisa – University of Idaho