Projects

Optimizing the Biology of the Animal-Plant Interface for Improved Sustainability of Forage-Based Animal Enterprises Appropriated (D)   Accession Number: 412593

Forage Systems for Sustainable Animal Production in the Mid-South Appropriated (D)   Accession Number: 412929

Approaches to Minimize the Occurence of Fescue Toxicosis in Livestock Nonfunded Cooperative Agreement (N)   Accession Number: 410543

Publications

Contractile Response of Fescue-Naïve Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins to Increasing Concentrations of Tall Fescue Alkaloids - (Peer Reviewed Journal) - (13-Sep-09)

Performance and Physiology of Yearling Steers Grazing Toxic Tall Fescue as Influenced by Feeding Soybean Hulls and Steroidal Implants - (Proceedings/Symposium) - (01-May-09)

Grazing Evaluation of a Novel Endophyte Tall Fescue Developed for the Upper Transition Zone - (Abstract) - (30-Apr-09)

Performance and Physiology of Yearling Steers Grazing Toxic Tall Fescue as Influenced by Feeding Soybean Hulls and Steroidal Implants - (Abstract) - (30-Apr-09)

Bioaccumulation of Ergovaline in Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins in Vitro - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Klotz, J.L., Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Bush, L.P., Strickland, J.R. 2009. Bioaccumulation of Ergovaline in Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins in Vitro. J Anim Sci. 2009. 87:2437-2447.

Hemodynamics are Altered in the Caudal Artery of Beef Heifers Fed Different Ergot Alkaloid Concentrations - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Strickland, J.R., Looper, M.L., Bush, L.P., Schrick, F.N. 2009. Hemodynamics are Altered in the Caudal Artery of Beef Heifers Fed Different Ergot Alkaloid Concentrations. J. Anim Sci..2009; 87: 2142-2150

Composition of Horse Diets on Cool-season Grass Pastures Using Microhistological Analysis - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Morrison, J.I., Smith, S.R., Aiken, G.E., Lawrence, L.M. 2009. Composition of Horse Diets on Cool-season Grass Pastures Using Microhistological Analysis. Forage and Grazinglands. e-journal.

Influence of toxic endophyte-infected fescue on sperm characteristics and endocrine factors of yearling Brahman-influenced bulls - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Looper, M.L., Rorie, R.W., Person, C.N., Lester, T.D., Hallford, D.M., Aiken, G.E., Rosenkrans Jr, C.F. 2009. Influence of toxic endophyte-infected fescue on sperm characteristics and endocrine factors of yearling Brahman-influenced bulls. Journal of Animal Science. 87:1184-1191.

Kentucky Report (Annual Report to SERA-IEG8 Tall Fescue Toxicosis/Endophyte Workshop) - (Other)

Kagan, I., Coe, B.L., Smith, L.L., Dougherty, C.T., Strickland, J.R., Aiken, G.E., Carter, J.M., Mcculley, R.L., Mcdowell, K.J., Witt, W.W., Bush, L.P., Williams, N.M., Williams, D.M., Donahue, J.M., Panaccione, D.G., Florea, S., Hesse, U., Roe, B.A., Farman, M.L., Jaromczyk, J.W., Arnaoudova, E., Moore, N., Beach, W., Andreeva, K., Schardl, C.L. 2008. Kentucky Report (Annual Report to SERA-IEG8 Tall Fescue Toxicosis/Endophyte Workshop). SERA-IEG 8. University of Kentucky report. pgs 45-53.

Practical Grazing Management and Feed Strategies to Alleviate Fescue Toxicosis - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Aiken, G.E. 2008. Practical Grazing Management and Feed Strategies to Alleviate Fescue Toxicosis. Kentucky Forage and Grassland Council. Pgs 17-21.

Asas Centennial Paper: Future Needs of Research and Extension in Forage Utilization - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Rouquette, F.M., Redmon, L.A., Aiken, G.E., Hill, G.M., Sollenberger, L.E., Andrae, J. 2009. ASAS Centennial Paper: Future Needs of Research and Extension in Forage Utilization. J. Anim. Sci. 87:438-446.

Comparison Between Two Tracing Methods with Ultrasonography to Determine Lumen Area of the Caudal Artery in Beef Cattle - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Kirch, B.H. 2008. Comparison Between Two Tracing Methods with Ultrasonography to Determine Lumen Area of the Caudal Artery in Beef Cattle. J. of Anim Sci. 2009. 87:371-374.

Temperature Influences Upon Vascular Dynamics in Cattle Measured by Doppler Ultrasonography - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Spiers, D.E. 2008. Temperature Influences Upon Vascular Dynamics in Cattle Measured by Doppler Ultrasonography. J of Thermal Biology. 33/7. pp 375-379.

Nutrient uptake of 'Jesup MaxQ' tall fescue fertilized with broiler litter - (Abstract)

Read, J.J., Adeli, A., Aiken, G.E. 2008. Nutrient uptake of 'Jesup MaxQ' tall fescue fertilized with broiler litter. Agronomy Abstracts. CD-ROM. Paper 727-6.

Physiological Basis of Fescue Toxicosis - (Monograph)

Strickland, J.R., Spiers, D.E., Fletcher, L., Oliver, J.W., Aiken, G.E. 2008. Physiological Basis of Fescue Toxicosis. Tall Fescue On-line Monograph. http://forages.oregonstate.edu/is/tfis/book.cfm?pageid=367&chapter=8§ion=0/ Note: The HTML version has been updated but a new posting of the PDF version had not been completed as of 8/6/08.

Hemodynamics in the Caudal Artery of Beef Heifers Fed Different Ergot Alkaloid Concentrations - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Strickland, J.R., Looper, M.L., Schrick, F.N. 2008. Hemodynamics in the Caudal Artery of Beef Heifers Fed Different Ergot Alkaloid Concentrations. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 86, E-Suppl. p 404.

Forage Systems for the Upper Transition Zone that Utilize Bermudagrass and Cool-Season Annual Grasses - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E. 2008. Forage Systems for the Upper Transition Zone that Utilize Bermudagrass and Cool-Season Annual Grasses. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. 728-4.

Performance and Physiology of Steers Grazing Toxic Tall Fescue as Influenced by Concentrate Feeding and Steroidal Implants - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E. 2008. Performance and Physiology of Steers Grazing Toxic Tall Fescue as Influenced by Concentrate Feeding and Steroidal Implants. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. 731-5.

Steer Response to Feeding Soybean Hulls on Toxic Tall Fescue Pasture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Mcclanahan, L., Schrick, F.N. 2008. Steer Response to Feeding Soybean Hulls on Toxic Tall Fescue Pasture. Professional Animal Scientist. 2008. 24:399-403.

Performance and Physiology of Steers Following Grazing of Toxic Tall Fescue as Influenced by Feeding Soybean Hulls on Pasture and Post-Graze Steroid Implantation - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Mc Clanahan, L.K., Kirch, B.H., Schrick, F.N. 2008. Performance and Physiology of Steers Following Grazing of Toxic Tall Fescue as Influenced by Feeding Soybean Hulls on Pasture and Post-Graze Steroid Implantation. Professional Animal Scientist. 2008. 24:392-398.

Case Study: Influence of Rough Hair Coats and Steroid Implants on the Performance and Physiology of Steers Grazing Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue in the Summer - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mc Clanahan, L.K., Aiken, G.E., Dougherty, C.L. 2008. Case Study: Influence of Rough Hair Coats and Steroid Implants on the Performance and Physiology of Steers Grazing Endophyte-Infexted Tall Fescue in the Summer. Professional Animal Scientist. 24:269-276.

Effects of Selected Combinations of Tall Fescue Alkaloids on the Vasoconstrictive Capacity of Fescue-Naive Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Klotz, J.L., Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Bush, L.P., Strickland, J.R. 2008. Effects of Selected Combinations of Tall Fescue Alkaloids on the Vasoconstrictive Capacity of Fescue-Naive Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins. Journal of Animal Science. 2008. 86:1021-1028.

Ergot Alkaloid Effects on Animal Physiology - (Abstract)

Strickland, J.R., Kirch, B.H., Klotz, J.L., Smith, L.L., Aiken, G.E., Flythe, M.D. 2008. Ergot Alkaloid Effects on Animal Physiology. Society for Range Management Meeting Abstracts. Published on Compact Disc, distributed at meeting; Abstract #1843. (http://srm.confex.com/srm/2008/techprogram/P1843.HTM).

Effects of various soil amendments on soil test P values - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Workshop regarding Research and Demonstration of Agricultural Uses of Gypsum and Other FGD Materials, St. Louis, MO Sept 14-16, 2006

USDA Kentucky Report - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Strickland, J.R., Dinkins, R.D., Aiken, G.E., Klotz, J.L., Kirch, B.H., Smith, L.L., Barnes, A.J., Waters, W.J., Bush, L.P., Brown, K.R., Matthews, J.C., Boling, J.A. 2007. Usda Kentucky report. SERA-IEG 8. pgs 159-178.

Selection and Diet Quality of Beef Cattle Grazing Smooth Bromegrass, Switchgrass, and Big Bluestem - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Kirch, B.H., Moser, L.E., Waller, S.S., Klofpenstein, T.J., Aiken, G.E., Strickland, J.R. 2007. Selection and Diet Quality of Beef Cattle Grazing Smooth Bromegrass, Switchgrass, and Big Bluestem. J. Professional Animal Sciencist. 23(number6):672-680.

Influence of Rough Hair Coats and Steroidal Implants on Hair Growth, Rectal Temperatures, and Sweating by Steers Grazed on Toxic Tall Fescue During the Summer - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Mc Clanahan, L.K., Dougherty, C.T. 2007. Influence of Rough Hair Coats and Steroidal Implants on Hair Growth, Rectal Temperatures, and Sweating by Steers Grazed on Toxic Tall Fescue During the Summer. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. 2007. Session No. 271. Article 270-7.

Management of Cattle to Reduce Vulnerability to Heat Stress Following Grazing of Toxic Tall Fescue - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Aiken, G.E. 2007. Management of Cattle to Reduce Vulnerability to Heat Stress Following Grazing of Toxic Tall Fescue. 61st Southern Pasture and Forage Crop Improvement Conference Proceedings, May 30-June 1, 2007, in Tallahassee, FL. 2007. pg 54-57.

Hemodynamic Responses of the Caudal Artery to Toxic Tall Fescue in Beef Heifers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Kirch, B.H., Strickland, J.R., Bush, L.P., Looper, M.L., Schrick, N.F. 2007. Hemodynamic Responses of the Caudal Artery to Toxic Tall Fescue in Beef Heifers. Journal of Animal Science. 2007. 85:2337-2345.

Hair Coat and Ear Implant Effects on Physiological Measurements of Steers Grazing Toxic Tall Fescue During the Summer - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Mc Clanahan, L.K., Aiken, G.E. 2007. Hair Coat and Ear Implant Effects on Physiological Measurements of Steers Grazing Toxic Tall Fescue During the Summer. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings, June 23-26, 2007, in University Park, PA., 31:AFGC Emerging Scientist Comp. pg 60-65.

Ergocryptine and Ergonovine Induced Contractile Responses in Fescue Naive Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins - (Abstract)

Klotz, J.L., Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Arrington, B.C., Bush, L.P., Strickland, J.R. 2007. Ergocryptine and Ergonovine Induced Contractile Responses in Fescue Naive Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins. J. Anim. Sci. Vol. 85, Suppl. 1/J. Dairy Scit. Vol. 90, SUppl. 1/Poult. Sci. Vol. 86 Suppl 1. pg 13.

Setting and Adjusting Stocking Rates to Meet Production Goals - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Aiken, G.E. 2007. Setting and Adjusting Stocking Rates to Meet Production Goals. Proceedings of the Heart of America Grazing Conference. Pgs 12-15.

Dyanmics of Peripheral Bloodflow for Endophyte-Naive Cattle Fed Toxic Tall Fescue Seed - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Kirch, B.H., Strickland, J.R. 2007. Dyanmics of Peripheral Bloodflow for Endophyte-Naive Cattle Fed Toxic Tall Fescue Seed. Proceedings of the 6th International Symposium on Fungal Endophytes of Grasses. Grassland Research and Practice Series. 13:387-389.

Usda-Kentucky Report: Forage-Animal Production Research Unit (Fapru) Investigations: Tall Fescue Alkaloids and Toxicosis - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Strickland, J.R., Aiken, G.E., Dinkins, R.D., Klotz, J.L., Kirch, B.H., Smith, L.L., Looper, M.L., Bush, L.P., Arrington, B.C., Smith, D.L., Shafer, W.D., Schardl, C., Hesse, U. 2006. Usda-Kentucky Report: Forage-Animal Production Research Unit (FAPRU) Investigations: Tall Fescue Alkaloids and Toxicosis. SERA-IEG 8. Annual Report: pgs. 97-111.

The Influence of Temperature Variation Upon Vascular Dynamics in Cattle As Measured by Doppler-Image Ultrasound - (Abstract)

Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Spiers, D. 2007. The influence of temperature variation upon vascular dynamics in cattle as measured by doppler-image ultrasound. Proceedings of the 6th International Symposium on Fungal Endophytes of Grasses. p 383-385.

Assessment of Vasoconstrictive Capacity of Tall Fescue Alkaloids Using Fescue Naive Lateral Saphenous Veins of Crossbreed Heifer Cattle - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Klotz, J.L., Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Bush, L.P., Strickland, J.R., Arrington, B.C. 2007. Assessment of Vasoconstrictive Capacity of Tall Fescue Alkaloids Using Fescue Naive Lateral Saphenous Veins of Crossbreed Heifer Cattle. Proceedings of the 6th International Symposium on Fungal Endophytes of Grasses. Grassland Research and Practice Series No. 13:383-385.

Stocking Rates for Horse Pastures - (Government Publication) - (25-Aug-06)

Changes in Symptoms of Toxicosis for Pregnant and Open Heifers Following Grazing of Tall Fescue - (Other) - (09-Jun-06)

Body Weight Gain and Dry Matter Consumption of Steers Following Grazing of Toxic Tall Fescue - (Other) - (09-Jun-06)

Temperature Influences on Vascular Dynamics in Cattle As Measured by Doppler Ultrasonography - (Other) - (09-Jun-06)

Steer Weight Gain and Physiological Responses to Feeding Soybean Hulls on Toxic Tall Fescue: Dilution of Ergot Alkaloids or Additive Effect on Weight Gain - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Mcclanahan, L. 2006. Steer Weight Gain and Physiological Responses to Feeding Soybean Hulls on Toxic Tall Fescue: Dilution of Ergot Alkaloids or Additive Effect on Weight Gain. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. 266-12.

Post-Graze Performance and Recovery from Heat Stress for Yearling Steers Grazed on Toxic Tall Fescue - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Mcclanahan, L., Kirch, B.H. 2006. Post-Graze Performance and Recovery from Heat Stress for Yearling Steers Grazed on Toxic Tall Fescue. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. 265-5.

Temperature Influences Upon Vascular Dynamics As Measured by Doppler Ultrasonography - (Other)

Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Spiers, D. 2006. Temperature influences upon vascular dynamics as measured by doppler ultrasonography. American Society of Animal Science Proceedings. J. of ANim. Sci. 84:(Suppl 1) 212.

Temperature Influences Upon Vascular Dynamics As Measured by Doppler Ultrasonography - (Abstract)

Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Spiers, D. 2006. Temperature influences upon vascular dynamics as measured by doppler ultrasonography. American Society of Animal Science. J. Anim. Sci. Vo. 84, Suppl. 1, p. 212/J. Dairy Sci. Vol. 89, Suppl. 1.

Incorporating Poultry Litter into Perennial Grassland to Improve Water Quality - (Abstract)

Pote, D.H., Way, T.R., Kingery, W.L., Aiken, G.E., Sistani, K.R., Han, F.X., Moore Jr, P.A. 2006. [CD-ROM] Incorporating poultry litter into perennial grassland to improve water quality. Proceedings of the Arkansas Water Research Center Conference.

Physiological Changes in Heifers Following Grazing of Toxic or Non-Toxic Tall Fescue - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Looper, M.L., Kirch, B.H. 2006. Physiological Changes in Heifers Following Grazing of Toxic or Non-Toxic Tall Fescue. American Society of Animal Science Proceedings. Journal of Animal Science. 84(1):101.

Physiologic Changes in Heifers Following Grazing of Toxic Or Non-Toxic Tall Fescue - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Looper, M.L., Kirch, B.H. 2006. Physiologic changes in heifers following grazing of toxic or non-toxic tall fescue. American Society of Animal Science. 89(1):101.

Evaluation of the Vasoconstrictive Capacity of Tall Fescue Alkaloids Using Fescue Naive Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins - (Abstract)

Klotz, J.L., Kirch, B.H., Aiken, G.E., Bush, L.P., Arrington, B.C., Strickland, J.R. 2006. Evaluation of the Vasoconstrictive Capacity of Tall Fescue Alkaloids Using Fescue Naive Bovine Lateral Saphenous Veins. Journal of Animal Science Supplement. 84:54.

Comparison of Forage Availability and Nutritive Composition of Bahiagrass and Bermudagrass Grazed by Steers with Or Without Steroid Implants in West-Central Arkansas - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Looper, M.L., Flores, R., Aiken, G.E., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Brauer, D.K. 2006. Comparison of forage availability and nutritive composition of bahiagrass and bermudagrass grazed by steers with or without steroid implants in west-central arkansas. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. 15:92-96.

Quality Characteristics and in Situ Dry Matter Disappearance Kinetics of Bahiagrass and Three Varieties of Bermudagrass Harvested During the Summer and Early Fall in West-Central Arkansas - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Flores, R., Looper, M.L., Aiken, G.E., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F. 2006. Quality characteristics and in situ dry matter disappearance kinetics of bahiagrass and three varieties of bermudagrass harvested during the summer and early fall in west-central arkansas. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. 15:97-101.

Escherichia Coli O157:h7 and Salmonella in Water and Soil from Tall Fescue Paddocks - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Looper, M.L., Edrington, T.S., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Aiken, G.E. 2006. Escherichia coli O157:H7 and salmonella in water and soil from tall fescue paddocks. Foodborne Pathogens and Disease. 3(2):203-208.

Influence of Stocking Rate and Steroida Implants of Growth Performance and Rate of Recovery from Heat Stress for Steers Grazing Endophyte-Infected Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Tabler, S.F., Looper, M.L., Brauer, D.K., Strickland, J.R., Shrick, F.N. 2006. Influence of Stocking Rate and Steroida Implants of Growth Performance and Rate of Recovery from Heat Stress for Steers Grazing Endophyte-Infected Kentucky 31 Tall Fescue. Journal of Animal Science. 84:1626-1632.

Effects of a Waste Paper Product on Soil Phosphorus, Carbon and Bulk Density - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Brauer, D.K., Aiken, G.E. 2006. Effects of a waste paper product on soil phosphorus, carbon and bulk density. Journal of Environmental Quality. 35:898-902.

Prevalence of Escherichia Coli O157:h7 and Salmonella in Beef Steers Grazing Different Forage Diets - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Looper, M.L., Edrington, T.S., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Nihsen, M.E., Aiken, G.E. 2006. Prevalence of Escherichia coli O157:H7 and salmonella in beef steers grazing different forage diets. Letters in Applied Microbiology. 42:583-588.

Forage Systems for Minimizing Hay and Concentrate Needs - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Aiken, G.E. 2006. Forage Systems for Minimizing Hay and Concentrate Needs. Meeting Abstract. Pgs 21-23.

Assessment of Relationships Between Carcass Traits and Body Measures at Conclusion of Background Grazing - (Other)

Hendrickson, E.B., Kennedy, D.W., Aiken, G.E., Tabler, S.F. 2005. Assessment of Relationships Between Carcass Traits and Body Measures at Conclusion of Background Grazing. Professional Animal Scientist. 21:495-500.

Annual Progress Report for Usda-Ars-Fapru to Seraieg 8 Tall Fescue Toxicosis/endophyte Workshop - (Other)

Klotz, J.L., Schafer, W.D., Smith, D.K., Smith, L.L., Arrington, B.C., Bush, L.P., Strickland, J.R., Aiken, G.E., Schardl, S., Hesse, U., Dinkins, R.D. 2005. Annual progress report for USDA-ARS-FAPRU to SERA-IEG 8 Tall Fescue Toxicosis/Endophyte Workshop. Meeting Proceedings. pgs 30-36.

Incorporating Granular Inorganic Fertilizer into Perennial Grassland Soils to Improve Water Quality - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Pote, D.H., Kingery, W.L., Aiken, G.E., Han, F.X., Moore Jr, P.A. 2006. Incorporating granular inorganic fertilizer into perennial grassland soils to improve water quality. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. 61(1):1-7.

Stocking Rate and Implantation Effects on Weight Gain and Recovery from Heat Stress for Yearling Steers Grazed on Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Looper, M.L., Tabler, S.F. 2005. Stocking Rate and Implantation Effects on Weight Gain and Recovery from Heat Stress for Yearling Steers Grazed on Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue. Crop Science Society of America Monograph. Nov 8,2005:10.

Growth, Feedlot Performance, and Carcass Characteristics of Angus and Charolais-Sired Calves Castrated at Birth Or Weaning - (Experiment Station)

Looper, M.L., Burke, J.M., Mcbeth, L.J., Krehbiel, C.R., Flores, R., Rosenkrans Jr, C.F., Aiken, G.E. 2005. Growth, feedlot performance, and carcass characteristics of Angus and Charolais-sired calves castrated at birth or weaning. Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Series. 535:109-111.

Amendment Effects on Soil Test P after Long-Term Applications of Animal Manures - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Brauer, D.K., Aiken, G.E., Pote, D.H., Livingston, S.J., Norton, L.D., Way, T.R., Edwards Jr, J.H. 2005. Amendment effects on soil test P after long-term applications of animal manures. Journal of Environmental Quality. 34:1682-1686.

Effects of Feeding Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Seed to Sheep Experimentally Infected with Escherichia Coli O157:h7 - (Abstract)

Looper, M.L., Edrington, T.S., Rosenkrans, C.F., Burke, J.M., Flores, R., Callaway, T.R., Aiken, G.E. 2005. Effects of feeding endophyte-infected tall fescue seed to sheep experimentally infected with Escherichia coli O157:H7. Western Section of Animal Science Proceedings. 56:213.

Effects of Feeding Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Seed to Sheep Experimentally Infected with Escherichia Coli O157:h7 - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Looper, M.L., Edrington, T.S., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Burke, J.M., Flores, R., Callaway, T.R., Aiken, G.E. 2005. Effects of feeding endophyte-infected tall fescue seed to sheep experimentally infected with Escherichia coli O157:H7. Western Section of Animal Science Proceedings. 56:213-216.

Effects of Harvest Frequency and Nitrogen Fertilization on Quantity and Quality of Stockpiled Comon Bermudagrass - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Looper, M.L., Aiken, G.E., Tabler, S.F., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, C.F., Miesner, J.R. 2005. Effects of harvest frequency and nitrogen fertilization on quantity and quality of stockpiled comon bermudagrass. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. 14:191-195.

Quantity, Quality, and Ergovaline Concentrations of Burned Stockpiled Tall Fescue - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Looper, M.L., Aiken, G.E., Tabler, S.F., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, C.F., Miesner, J.R. 2005. Quantity, quality, and ergovaline concentrations of burned stockpiled tall fescue. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. 14:196-200.

Influence of Nutrient Supplementation on Body Weight and Condition, and Pregnancy of Market Beef Cows Grazing Stockpiled and Spring-Growth Tall Fescue - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Looper, M.L., Aiken, G.E., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2005. Influence of nutrient supplementation on body weight and condition, and pregnancy of market beef cows grazing stockpiled and spring-growth tall fescue. Professional Animal Scientist. 21:225-231.

Temporal Changes in Rectal Temperature and Serum Prolactin O Weaned Braham-Influenced Heifers Grazing Eendophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pasture - (Other)

Aiken, G.E., Looper, M.L. 2005. Temporal Changes in Rectal Temperature and Serum Prolactin O Weaned Braham-Influenced Heifers Grazing Eendophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pasture. Journal of Animal Science Supplement. 83(1):261.

Supplementation May Increase Pregnancy and Profit of Cull Cows - (Other)

Looper, M.L., Aiken, G.E. 2005. Supplementation may increase pregnancy and profit of cull cows. Arkansas Cattle Business. 40(2):28.

Application of Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy to Estimate Chemical Constituents in Broiler Litter - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Pote, D.H., Tabler, S.F., Tabler, T.C. 2005. Application of Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy to Estimate Chemical Constituents in Broiler Litter. Communications in Soil Science and Plant Analysis. 36:2529-2539.

Strategic Supplementation with Ground Corn for Yearling Steers Grazing Bermudagrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Looper, M.L., Tabler, S.F., Brauer, D.K. 2005. Strategic Supplementation with Ground Corn for Yearling Steers Grazing Bermudagrass. Forage and Grazinglands. Available: http://www.plantmanagementnetwork.org/fg

Incidence of Fecal Shedding of E. Coli 0157:h7 and Salmonella in Stocker Steers Grazing Different Forages - (Abstract)

Looper, M.L., Edrington, T.S., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Nihsen, M.E., Aiken, G.E. 2005. Incidence of fecal shedding of E. coli 0157:H7 and salmonella in stocker steers grazing different forages. American Society of Animal Science Southern Section Meeting. Journal of Animal Science 83:(Suppl. 2):9.

Effects of Time of Castration on Growth, Feedlot Performance, and Carcass Characteristics of Angus and Charolais-Sired Calves - (Abstract)

Looper, M.L., Burke, J.M., Mcbeth, L.J., Krehbiel, C.R., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Aiken, G.E. 2005. Effects of time of castration on growth, feedlot performance, and carcass characteristics of Angus and Charolais-sired calves. American Society of Animal Science Southern Section Meeting. Journal of Animal Science 83(Suppl. 2):32.

Stocking Decisions: They Make or Break You - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Aiken, G.E. 2004. Stocking Decisions: They Make or Break You. Kentucky Forage and Grassland Council. p 26-30.

Development of Native Lespedeza Germplasm for Commercial Release - (Abstract)

Springer, T.L., Aiken, G.E., Mcgraw, R.L. 2005. Development of native lespedeza germplasm for commercial release [abstract]. Society for Range Management, 58th Annual Meeting and Trade Show, February 5-11, 2005, Fort Worth, Texas. CDROM #326.

Recovery of Yearling Calves from Fescue Toxicosis - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Aiken, G.E., Looper, M.L., Tabler, S.F., Strickland, J.R. 2005. Recovery of yearling calves from fescue toxicosis. International Grasslands Congress. F.P. O'Mara et al (ed). P. 305. 305 Wageningen Academic Publishers.

Forage-Animal Production Research Unit: Establishment of a New USDA-ARS Research Location - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Strickland, J.R., Aiken, G.E., Kagan, I., Dinkins, R.D. 2005. Forage-animal production research unit: establishment of a new usda-ars research location. International Grasslands Congress. F.P. O'Mara et al (ed). P. 794. Wageningen Academic Publishers.

Forage-Animal Production Research Unit - (Other)

Aiken, G.E. 2004. Forage-animal production research unit. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting.

Prediction of Future Carcass Traits in Stocker Cattle at the Conclusion of Grazing - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Rouquette, Jr., F.M., Looper, M.L. 2004. Prediction of Future Carcass Traits in Stocker Cattle at the Conclusion of Grazing. The Professional Animal Scientist. 20:246-254.

Influence of Fasting Time on Body Weight Shrinkage and Average Daily Gain - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Aiken, G.E., Tabler, S.F. Influence of fasting time on body weight shrinkage and average daily gain. Professional Animal Scientist. 20(2004):524-527.

Physiological Indicators of Growth Are Influenced by Supplementation and Steroid Implantation in Steers - (Abstract)

Looper, M.L., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Flores, R., Aiken, G.E., Duke, S.E. 2004. Physiological indicators of growth are influenced by supplementation and steroid implantation in steers. American Society of Animal Science Annual Meeting. 82(Suppl. 1):492.

Forage-Animal Production Research Unit: most Recent Agriculture Research Service Location - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Aiken,G.E., Strickland , J.R. 2004. Forage-animal production research unit: most recent agriculture research service location. International Neotyphodium Grass Interactions. 5/23/04 Paper 517

Management of Beef Cattle to Alleviate Fescue Toxicosis. - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Tabler, S.F., Looper, M.L., Brauer, D.K., Strickland, J.R. 2004. Management of beef cattle to alleviate fescue toxicosis.. International Neotyphodium Grass Interactions. 5/23/2004, Paper 410

Supplementation Influences Milk Yield and Milk Components of Cows Grazing Stockpiled Tall Fescue - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Looper, M.L., Aiken, G.E., Flores, R., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Brauer, D.K. 2004. Supplementation influences milk yield and milk components of cows grazing stockpiled tall fescue. International Neotyphodium Grass Interactions. #502.

Effects of the Ergot Alkaloids Dihydroergotamine, Ergonovine, and Ergotamine on Growth of Escherichia Coli O157:h7 and Salmonella in Vitro - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Looper, M.L., Edrington, T.S., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F., Schultz, C.L., Callaway, T.R., Aiken, G.E., Flores, R., Brauer, D.K. 2004. Effects of the ergot alkaloids dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, and ergotamine on growth of escherichia coli o157:h7 and salmonella in vitro. International Neotyphodium Grass Interactions. #503.

Determination of N and P Concentrations in Broiler Litter Using Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy - (Abstract)

AIKEN, G.E., POTE, D.H., PIPER, R.J. DETERMINATION OF N AND P CONCENTRATIONS IN BROILER LITTER USING NEAR INFRARED REFLECTANCE SPECTROSCOPY. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. 2003.

Effects of Diet on Performance, Reproduction, and Economics of Market Cows Grazing Stockpiled Fescue - (Abstract)

LOOPER, M.L., AIKEN, G.E., FLORES, R., ROSENKRANS, JR, C.F. 2004. EFFECTS OF DIET ON PERFORMANCE, REPRODUCTION, AND ECONOMICS OF MARKET COWS GRAZING STOCKPILED FESCUE. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANIMAL SCIENCE SOUTHERN SECTION MEETING. 82(Suppl. 2):4.

Looking into the Future with Ultrasound Technology - (Popular Publication)

AIKEN, G.E., LOOPER, M.L. 2003. LOOKING INTO THE FUTURE WITH ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY. Arkansas Cattle Business. 39(10):24-25.

Escherichia Coli and Salmonella in Beef Cattle Grazing Tall Fescue - (Other)

LOOPER, M.L., ROSENKRANS JR, C.F., AIKEN, G.E., EDRINGTON, T.S. ESCHERICHIA COLI AND SALMONELLA IN BEEF CATTLE GRAZING TALL FESCUE. ARKANSAS EXPERIMENT STATION RESEARCH SERIES. 2003. V. 509. P. 58-60.

Growth Performance of Stocker Steers Grazing Bermudagrass - (Experiment Station)

LOOPER, M.L., ROSENKRANS JR, C.F., AIKEN, G.E., MAY, J.A. 2003. GROWTH PERFORMANCE OF STOCKER STEERS GRAZING BERMUDAGRASS. ARKANSAS EXPERIMENT STATION RESEARCH SERIES. 509:102-104.

Strategic Supplementation to Meet Digestible Energy Needs of Yearling Cattle Grazing Bermudagrass - (Abstract)

Aiken, G.E., Looper, M.L. 2003. Strategic Suppliementation to Meet Digestible Energy Needs of Yearling Cattle Grazing Bermudagrass. Crop Science Society Of America.

Stocking Rate Effects on Ultrasound Measurements of 12th and 13th Fat Thickness and Ribeye Area - (Experiment Station)

Aiken, G.E., Rouquette, Jr, F.M., Miller, R.K. 2003. Stocking Rate Effects on Ultrasound Measurements of 12th and 13th Fat Thickness and Ribeye Area. Texas Beef Cattle Research. p 9-12.

Water-Quality Effects of Incorporating Poultry Litter into Perennial Grassland Soils - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Pote, D.H., Kingery, W.L., Aiken, G.E., Han, F.X., Moore Jr, P.A., Buddington, K.K. 2003. Water-quality effects of incorporating poultry litter into perennial grassland soils. Journal of Environmental Quality. 32(6):2392-2398.

Incorporating Poultry Litter into Perennial Grassland Soils: Forage Production Effects - (Abstract)

POTE, D.H., AIKEN, G.E. 2003. INTO PERENNIAL GRASSLAND SOILS: FORAGE PRODUCTION EFFECTS. SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION SOCIETY. p. 81.

Animal and Plant Responses to Stocking - (Abstract)

AIKEN, G.E., LOOPER, M.L. 2003. ANIMAL AND PLANT RESPONSES TO STOCKING. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANIMAL SCIENCE SOUTHERN SECTION MEETING. 81(SUPPL. 2):20.

Incidence of Fecal Shedding of Escherichia Coli and Salmonella Spp. in Beef Cattle Grazing Endophyte-Infected and Non-Infected Tall Fescue - (Abstract)

LOOPER, M.L., AIKEN, G.E., EDRINGTON, T.S., ROSENKRANS JR, C.F., ELDER, R.O. 2003. INCIDENCE OF FECAL SHEDDING OF ESCHERICHIA COLI AND SALMONELLA SPP. IN BEEF CATTLE GRAZING ENDOPHYTE-INFECTED AND NON-INFECTED TALL FESCUE. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANIMAL SCIENCE SOUTHERN SECTION MEETING. 81(Suppl. 2):23.

Influence of Steroid Implantation and Supplementation on Performance and Lactate Dehydrogenase Activity in Steers Grazing Bermudagrass - (Abstract)

LOOPER, M.L., AIKEN, G.E., MAY, J.A., ROSENKRANS JR, C.F. 2003. INFLUENCE OF STEROID IMPLANTATION AND SUPPLEMENTATION ON PERFORMANCE AND LACTATE DEHYDROGENASE ACTIVITY IN STEERS GRAZING BERMUDAGRASS. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF ANIMAL SCIENCE SOUTHERN SECTION MEETING. 81(Suppl. 2):22.

Winter Forage Strategies to Reduce Feed Costs - (Popular Publication)

LOOPER, M.L., AIKEN, G.E. 2002. WINTER FORAGE STRATEGIES TO REDUCE FEED COSTS. Arkansas Cattle Business. 38(9):60.

Incorporating Inorganic Fertilizer into Perennial Grasslands - (Abstract)

POTE, D.H., KINGERY, W.L., AIKEN, G.E., HAN, F.X., MOORE JR, P.A. 2002. INCORPORATING INORGANIC FERTILIZER INTO PERENNIAL GRASSLANDS. ASA-CSSA-SSSA PROCEEDINGS. CDROM.

Strategic Supplementation with Corn for Steers Grazing Bermudagrass - (Proceedings/Symposium)

AIKEN, G.E., BRAUER, D.K. 2002. STRATEGIC SUPPLEMENTATION WITH CORN FOR STEERS GRAZING BERMUDAGRASS. AMERICAN FORAGE AND GRASSLAND CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS. p. 300-304.

Co-Utilization of Organic and Inorganic Waste to Alleviate Plant Nutrient Imbalances: I. Organic and Inorganic Amendment Applications - (Proceedings/Symposium)

Edwards, J.H., Aiken, G.E., Norton, L.D., Livingston, S.J., Way, T.R. 2002. Co-utilization of organic and inorganic waste to alleviate plant nutrient imbalances: i. organic and inorganic amendment applications. In: Proceeding of Workshop on Use of Organic and Inorganic Amendments Derived From Waste By-Products to Alleviate Soil Nutrient Imbalance, September 16, 1999, Bryan, Texas. P. 12-21.

Digestibility and Fiber Relationships for Diverse Forage Grasses - (Abstract)

BURNER, D.M., AIKEN, G.E. 2001. DIGESTIBILITY AND FIBER RELATIONSHIPS FOR DIVERSE FORAGE GRASSES. ABSTRACT OF AGRONOMY MEETINGS. Abstr. Number C06-BURNER160857-0.