APPLIED ANIMAL SCIENCE 

Leptin as a predictor of carcass composition in beef cattle

T. W. Geary, E. L. McFadin, M. D. MacNeil, E. E. Grings, R. E. Short, R. N. Funston, and D. H. Keisler
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 1-8. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effect of boar exposure at time of insemination on factors influencing fertility in gilts

K. L. Willenburg, G. M. Miller, S. L. Rodriguez-Zas, and R. V. Knox
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 9-15. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Ractopamine treatment biases in the prediction of pork carcass composition

A. P. Schinckel, C. T. Herr, B. T. Richert, J. C. Forrest, and M. E. Einstein
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 16-28. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Ovarian cyclicity in thyroid-suppressed ewes treated with propylthiouracil immediately before onset of seasonal anestrus

J. A. Hernandez, D. M. Hallford, and N. H. Wells
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 29-34. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

BREEDING AND GENETICS 

Estimation of genetic parameters for ultrasound-predicted percentage of intramuscular fat in Angus cattle using random regression models

A. Hassen, D. E. Wilson, and G. H. Rouse
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 35-45. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Genetic parameters and trends for litter traits in U.S. Yorkshire, Duroc, Hampshire, and Landrace pigs

P. Chen, T. J. Baas, J. W. Mabry, K. J. Koehler, and J. C. M. Dekkers
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 46-53. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Estimated genetic parameters for palatability traits of steaks from Brahman cattle

D. G. Riley, C. C. Chase, Jr., A. C. Hammond, R. L. West, D. D. Johnson, T. A. Olson, and S. W. Coleman
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 54-60. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Models with cytoplasmic effects for birth, weaning, and fleece weights, and litter size at birth for a population of Targhee sheep

L. D. Van Vleck, G. D. Snowder, and K. J. Hanford
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 61-67. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Identification of mitochondrial DNA substitutions related to meat quality in Japanese Black cattle

H. Mannen, M. Morimoto, K. Oyama, F. Mukai, and S. Tsuji
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 68-73. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Correlated response in placental efficiency in swine selected for an index of components of litter size

H. Mesa, T. J. Safranski, R. K. Johnson, and W. R. Lamberson
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 74-79. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Evidence of a major gene influencing hair length and heat tolerance in Bos taurus cattle

T. A. Olson, C. Lucena, C. C. Chase, Jr., and A. C. Hammond
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 80-90. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Serum urea concentration as a predictor of dietary lysine requirement in selected lines of pigs

N. D. Cameron, E. McCullough, K. Troup, and J. C. Penman
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 91-100. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

The impact of data structure on genetic (co)variance components of early growth in sheep, estimated using an animal model with maternal effects

N. Maniatis and G. E. Pollott
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 101-108. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

ENVIRONMENT AND BEHAVIOR 

Large round bale feeder design affects hay utilization and beef cow behavior

D. D. Buskirk, A. J. Zanella, T. M. Harrigan, J. L. Van Lente, L. M. Gnagey, and M. J. Kaercher
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 109-115. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Fenceline contact of beef calves with their dams at weaning reduces the negative effects of separation on behavior and growth rate

E. O. Price, J. E. Harris, R. E. Borgwardt, M. L. Sween, and J. M. Connor
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 116-121. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY 

Stereoselectivity of porcine ß-adrenergic receptors for ractopamine stereoisomers

S. E. Mills, J. Kissel, C. A. Bidwell, and D. J. Smith
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 122-129. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

MEAT SCIENCE 

Dietary manipulation of pro- and macroglycogen in porcine skeletal muscle

K. Rosenvold, B. Essén-Gustavsson, and H. J. Andersen
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 130-134. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of implant regimens (trenbolone acetate-estradiol administered alone or in combination with zeranol) and vitamin D₃ on fresh beef color and quality

B. A. Reiling and D. D. Johnson
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 135-142. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Beef Customer Satisfaction: Trained sensory panel ratings and Warner-Bratzler shear force values

C. L. Lorenzen, R. K. Miller, J. F. Taylor, T. R. Neely, J. D. Tatum, J. W. Wise, M. J. Buyck, J. O. Reagan, and J. W. Savell
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 143-149. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

On-line prediction of yield grade, longissimus muscle area, preliminary yield grade, adjusted preliminary yield grade, and marbling score using the MARC beef carcass image analysis system

S. D. Shackelford, T. L. Wheeler, and M. Koohmaraie
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 150-155. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of postexsanguination vascular infusion of cattle with a solution of saccharides, sodium chloride, and phosphates or with calcium chloride on quality and sensory traits of steaks and ground beef

M. E. Dikeman, M. C. Hunt, P. B. Addis, H. J. Schoenbeck, M. Pullen, E. Katsanidis, and E. J. Yancey
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 156-166. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Serum concentrations of leptin in six genetic lines of swine and relationship with growth and carcass characteristics

E. P. Berg, E. L. McFadin, K. R. Maddock, R. N. Goodwin, T. J. Baas, and D. H. Keisler
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 167-171. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effect of feather meal on live animal performance and carcass quality and composition of growing-finishing swine

J. K. Apple, C. B. Boger, D. C. Brown, C. V. Maxwell, K. G. Friesen, W. J. Roberts, and Z. B. Johnson
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 172-181. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

NONRUMINANT NUTRITION 

Effects of dietary fermentable carbohydrates on behavior and heat production in group-housed sows

M. M. J. A. Rijnen, M. W. A. Verstegen, M. J. W. Heetkamp, J. Haaksma, and J. W. Schrama
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 182-190. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effect of chromium propionate and metabolizable energy on growth, carcass traits, and pork quality of growing-finishing pigs

J. O. Matthews, A. D. Higbie, L. L. Southern, D. F. Coombs, T. D. Bidner, and R. L. Odgaard
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 191-196. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Chronic metabolic acid load induced by changes in dietary electrolyte balance increased chloride retention but did not compromise bone in growing swine

R. A. Budde and T. D. Crenshaw
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 197-208. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Impact of energy intake and pregnancy status on rate and efficiency of gain and backfat changes of sows postweaning

G. C. Shurson, G. W. Libal, J. Crenshaw, C. R. Hamilton, R. L. Fisher, D. D. Koehler, and M. H. Whitney
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 209-216. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effect of ambient temperature on mammary gland metabolism in lactating sows

D. Renaudeau, J. Noblet, and J. Y. Dourmad
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 217-231. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

PHARMACOLOGY AND TOXICOLOGY 

Evaluation of vaccination against methyllycaconitine toxicity in mice

S. T. Lee, B. L. Stegelmeier, K. E. Panter, J. A. Pfister, D. R. Gardner, T. K. Schoch, and L. F. James
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 232-238. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

PHYSIOLOGY AND ENDOCRINOLOGY 

Effects of butyrate on apoptosis in the pig colon and its consequences for skatole formation and tissue accumulation

R. Claus, D. Lösel, M. Lacorn, J. Mentschel, and H. Schenkel
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 239-248. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Plasma gonadotropins and ovarian hormones during the estrous cycle in high compared to low ovulation rate gilts

R. V. Knox, G. Vatzias, C. H. Naber, and D. R. Zimmerman
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 249-260. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Age at puberty, total fat and conjugated linoleic acid content of carcass, and circulating metabolic hormones in beef heifers fed a diet high in linoleic acid beginning at four months of age

M. R. Garcia, M. Amstalden, C. D. Morrison, D. H. Keisler, and G. L. Williams
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 261-268. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Influence of estradiol, progesterone, and nutrition on concentrations of gonadotropins and GnRH receptors, and abundance of mRNA for GnRH receptors and gonadotropin subunits in pituitary glands of beef cows

M. L. Looper, J. A. Vizcarra, R. P. Wettemann, J. R. Malayer, T. D. Braden, R. D. Geisert, and G. L. Morgan
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 269-278. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of prolactin administered to a perfused area of the skin of Angora goats

R. Puchala, S. G. Pierzynowski, T. Wuliji, A. L. Goetsch, S. A. Soto-Navarro, and T. Sahlu
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 279-284. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Role of ovarian progesterone and potential role of prostaglandin F₂ and prostaglandin E₂ in modulating the uterine response to infectious bacteria in postpartum ewes^,2

G. S. Lewis
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 285-293. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

RANGELAND, PASTURE, AND FORAGE UTILIZATION 

Liquid supplement and forage intake by range beef cows

B. F. Sowell, J. G. P. Bowman, E. E. Grings, and M. D. MacNeil
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 294-303. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of supplemental energy and/or degradable intake protein on performance, grazing behavior, intake, digestibility, and fecal and blood indices by beef steers grazed on dormant native tallgrass prairie

T. N. Bodine and H. T. Purvis, II
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 304-317. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

RUMINANT NUTRITION 

Effects of breed (Angus vs Simmental) and copper and zinc source on mineral status of steers fed high dietary iron

L. A. Mullis, J. W. Spears, and R. L. McCraw
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 318-322. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of 9,10 anthraquinone on ruminal fermentation, total-tract digestion, and blood metabolite concentrations in sheep

L. Kung, Jr., K. A. Smith, A. M. Smagala, K. M. Endres, C. A. Bessett, N. K. Ranjit, and J. Yaissle
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 323-328. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

Effects of urea infusion and ruminal degradable protein concentration on microbial growth, digestibility, and fermentation in continuous culture

K. E. Griswold, G. A. Apgar, J. Bouton, and J. L. Firkins
J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 329-336. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]  

ERRATUM 

ERRATUM

J. Anim Sci. 2003 81: 351. [Full Text] [PDF]  

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