J. Anim Sci. -- Table of Contents (March 2007, 85 [3])

ANIMAL GENETICS

Molecular Genetics

Breed-associated variations in the sequence of the pig 3ß-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase gene: R.-A. Cue, S. I. Nicolau-Solano, J. D. McGivan, J. D. Wood, and O. Doran
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 571-576. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Haplotype analysis of the DQA genes in sheep: Evidence supporting recombination between the loci: J. G. H. Hickford, H. Zhou, and Q. Fang
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 577-582. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effects of breed, sex, and halothane genotype on fatty acid composition of pork longissimus muscle: S. Zhang, T. J. Knight, K. J. Stalder, R. N. Goodwin, S. M. Lonergan, and D. C. Beitz
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 583-591. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF] Erratum

Association analyses between the prion protein locus and reproductive and lamb weight traits in Ripollesa sheep: J. Casellas, G. Caja, R. Bach, O. Francino, and J. Piedrafita
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 592-597. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Mutations in BMPR-IB and BMP-15 genes are associated with litter size in Small Tailed Han sheep (Ovis aries): M. X. Chu, Z. H. Liu, C. L. Jiao, Y. Q. He, L. Fang, S. C. Ye, G. H. Chen, and J. Y. Wang
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 598-603. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

The CHRNE 470del20 mutation causing congenital myasthenic syndrome in South African Brahman cattle: Prevalence, origin, and association with performance traits: P. N. Thompson, J. H. J. van der Werf, J. A. P. Heesterbeek, and J. A. M. van Arendonk
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 604-609. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Quantitative Genetics

Weaning weight inheritance in environments classified by maternal body weight change: S. E. Speidel, R. M. Enns, and D. J. Garrick
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 610-617. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Analysis of litter size and days to lambing in the Ripollesa ewe. I. Comparison of models with linear and threshold approaches: J. Casellas, G. Caja, A. Ferret, and J. Piedrafita
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 618-624. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Analysis of litter size and days to lambing in the Ripollesa ewe. II. Estimation of variance components and response to phenotypic selection on litter size: J. Casellas, G. Caja, A. Ferret, and J. Piedrafita
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 625-631. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Associations of polymorphisms of the ovine prion protein gene with growth, carcass, and computerized tomography traits in Scottish Blackface lambs: R. M. Sawalha, S. Brotherstone, W. Y. N. Man, J. Conington, L. Bünger, G. Simm, and B. Villanueva
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 632-640. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Combining genetic test information and correlated phenotypic records for breeding value estimation: M. L. Spangler, J. K. Bertrand, and R. Rekaya
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 641-649. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Maternal effects on docility in Limousin cattle: D. W. Beckman, R. M. Enns, S. E. Speidel, B. W. Brigham, and D. J. Garrick
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 650-657. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Renewed selection for heat loss in mice: Direct responses and correlated responses in feed intake, body weight, litter size, and conception rate: J. M. McDonald and M. K. Nielsen
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 658-666. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

ANIMAL GROWTH, PHYSIOLOGY, AND REPRODUCTION

Growth and Developmental Biology

Relationship between bone strength and dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry measurements in pigs: D. H. Nielsen, F. J. McEvoy, M. T. Madsen, J. B. Jensen, and E. Svalastoga
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 667-672. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effects of added fermentable carbohydrates in the diet on intestinal proinflammatory cytokine-specific mRNA content in weaning piglets: S. Pié, A. Awati, S. Vida, I. Falluel, B. A. Williams, and I. P. Oswald
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 673-683. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Physiology, Endocrinology, and Reproduction

Relationship between size of the ovulatory follicle and pregnancy success in beef heifers: G. A. Perry, M. F. Smith, A. J. Roberts, M. D. MacNeil, and T. W. Geary
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 684-689. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effect of dietary carbohydrate and monensin on expression of gluconeogenic enzymes in liver of transition dairy cows: E. L. Karcher, M. M. Pickett, G. A. Varga, and S. S. Donkin
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 690-699. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

ANIMAL NUTRITION

Nonruminant Nutrition

The effect of feeding low-phytate barley-soybean meal diets differing in protein content to growing pigs on the excretion of phosphorus and nitrogen: J. K. Htoo, W. C. Sauer, Y. Zhang, M. Cervantes, S. F. Liao, B. A. Araiza, A. Morales, and N. Torrentera
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 700-705. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Ruminant Nutrition

Effects of dietary n-6:n-3 fatty acid ratio on feed intake, digestibility, and fatty acid profiles of the ruminal contents, liver, and muscle of growing lambs: S. C. Kim, A. T. Adesogan, L. Badinga, and C. R. Staples
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 706-716. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effects of postpartum dietary fat and body condition score at parturition on plasma, adipose tissue, and milk fatty acid composition of lactating beef cows: S. L. Lake, T. R. Weston, E. J. Scholljegerdes, C. M. Murrieta, B. M. Alexander, D. C. Rule, G. E. Moss, and B. W. Hess
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 717-730. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Supplemental methionine and urea for gestating beef cows consuming low quality forage diets: R. C. Waterman, C. A. Löest, W. D. Bryant, and M. K. Petersen
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 731-736. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

ANIMAL PRODUCTS

Meat Science and Muscle Biology

Effect of supplemental iron on finishing swine performance, carcass characteristics, and pork quality during retail display: J. K. Apple, W. A. Wallis-Phelps, C. V. Maxwell, L. K. Rakes, J. T. Sawyer, S. Hutchison, and T. M. Fakler
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 737-745. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Could the pale, soft, and exudative condition be explained by distinctive histological characteristics?: M. Franck, P. Figwer, C. Godfraind, M. T. Poirel, A. Khazzaha, and M. M. Ruchoux
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 746-753. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Tasco supplementation: Effects on carcass characteristics, sensory attributes, and retail display shelf-life: K. W. Braden, J. R. Blanton, Jr., J. L. Montgomery, E. van Santen, V. G. Allen, and M. F. Miller
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 754-768. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Compensatory growth response in pigs: Effects on growth performance, composition of weight gain at carcass and muscle levels, and meat quality: A. Heyer and B. Lebret
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 769-778. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

ANIMAL PRODUCTION

Environment

Acclimation to high ambient temperature in Large White and Caribbean Creole growing pigs: D. Renaudeau, E. Huc, and J. Noblet
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 779-790. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effects of crystalline amino acid supplementation to the diet on odor from pig manure: P. D. Le, A. J. A. Aarnink, A. W. Jongbloed, C. M. C. van der Peet Schwering, N. W. M. Ogink, and M. W. A. Verstegen
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 791-801. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Feedstuff Evaluation

Effects of a dietary Aspergillus oryzae extract containing ${alpha}$ -amylase activity on performance and carcass characteristics of finishing beef cattle: J. M. Tricarico, M. D. Abney, M. L. Galyean, J. D. Rivera, K. C. Hanson, K. R. McLeod, and D. L. Harmon
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 802-811. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Management

Effect of manganese supplementation and source on carcass traits, meat quality, and lipid oxidation in broilers: L. Lu, X. G. Luo, C. Ji, B. Liu, and S. X. Yu
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 812-822. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

BOARD-INVITED REVIEW: Recent advances in management of highly stressed, newly received feedlot cattle: G. C. Duff and M. L. Galyean
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 823-840. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effects of dam nutrition on growth and reproductive performance of heifer calves: J. L. Martin, K. A. Vonnahme, D. C. Adams, G. P. Lardy, and R. N. Funston
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 841-847. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Conception rates to artificial insemination in primiparous, suckled cows exposed to the biostimulatory effect of bulls before and during a gonadotropin-releasing hormone-based estrus synchronization protocol: J. G. Berardinelli, P. S. Joshi, and S. A. Tauck
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 848-852. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effect of system of feeding and watering on performance of lactating sows: J. J. Peng, S. A. Somes, and D. W. Rozeboom
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 853-860. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Anthelmintic and nutritional effects of heather supplementation on Cashmere goats grazing perennial ryegrass-white clover pastures: K. Osoro, A. Mateos-Sanz, P. Frutos, U. García, L. M. Ortega-Mora, L. M. M. Ferreira, R. Celaya, and I. Ferre
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 861-870. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

Effects of tribasic copper chloride versus copper sulfate provided in corn-and molasses-based supplements on forage intake and copper status of beef heifers: J. D. Arthington and J. W. Spears
J. Anim Sci. 2007 85: 871-876. [Abstract] [Full Text] [PDF]

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