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Kathy J Soder
Animal Scientist


Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon Reprint Icon will take you to the publication reprint.)
Nutritive value and forage accumulation of a black oat germplasm in northeastern United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jaramillo, D.M., Soder, K.J., Blount, A., Dubeux, J., Harrison, S. 2024. Nutritive value and forage accumulation of a black oat germplasm in northeastern United States. Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. https://doi.org/10.1002/agg2.20484.
Validation of Brix for predicting sugar concentrations of alfalfa and orchardgrass - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Horst, J., Hafla, A., Balk, K. 2024. Validation of Brix for predicting sugar concentrations of alfalfa and orchardgrass[abstract]. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. P. 1.
Feeding alfalfa- or red clover-grass mixture baleage: Effect on milk yield and composition, ruminal fermentation and microbiota taxa relative abundance, and nutrient utilization in dairy cows - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lange, M.J., Silva, L.H., Zambon, M.A., Soder, K.J., Brito, A. 2024. Feeding alfalfa- or red clover-grass mixture baleage: Effect on milk yield and composition, ruminal fermentation and microbiota taxa relative abundance, and nutrient utilization in dairy cows. Journal of Dairy Science. 107(4):2066-2086. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2023-23836.
Assessing forage research and education needs of organic dairy farms in the United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hatungimana, E., Darby, H.M., Soder, K.J., Ziegler, S.E., Brito, A.F., Kucek, L.K., Riday, H., Brummer, C. 2024. Assessing forage research and education needs of organic dairy farms in the United States. Renewable Agriculture and Food Systems. 39:1-10. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1742170523000455.
Maine organic dairy producers’ receptiveness to seaweed supplementation and effect of Chondrus crispus on enteric methane emissions in lactating cows - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Feeding incremental amounts of ground flaxseed: Effects on diversity and relative abundance of ruminal microbiota and enteric methane emissions in dairy cows - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kleves, A., Resende, T., Silva, L., Dorich, C., Pereira, A., Soder, K.J., Brito, A. 2023. Feeding incremental amounts of ground flaxseed: Effects on diversity and relative abundance of ruminal microbiota and enteric methane emissions in dairy cows. Journal of Dairy Science Communications. 7(1):1-8. https://doi.org/10.1093/tas/txad050.
Managing interspecies competition to improve spring pasture - (Proceedings)
Mercier, K.M., Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Jaramillo, D.M., Goslee, S.C., Adler, P.R. 2023. Managing interspecies competition to improve spring pasture. Grassland International Congress Proceedings. p. 1.
Effect of incremental amounts of Asparagopsis taxiformis on ruminal fermentation and methane production in continuous culture with orchardgrass herbage - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Andreen, D.M., Billman, E.D., Brito, A.F., Soder, K.J. 2023. Effect of incremental amounts of Asparagopsis taxiformis on ruminal fermentation and methane production in continuous culture with orchardgrass herbage. Animal Feed Science and Technology. 299:115641. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.anifeedsci.2023.115641.
Brix as an indicator of sugar content and nutritive value in alfalfa and orchardgrass herbage - (Proceedings)
Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Horst, J., Balk, K., Hafla, A. 2023. Brix as an indicator of sugar content and nutritive value in alfalfa and orchardgrass herbage. Grassland International Congress Proceedings. p. 1.
Assessing forage research and education needs of organic dairy farms in the United States - ()
Hatungimana, E., Darby, H.M., Soder, K.J., Ziegler, S.E., Brito, A.F., Kucek, L.K., Riday, H., Brummer, E. 2023. Assessing forage research and education needs of organic dairy farms in the United States. The University of Vermont Extension. Available: www.uvm.edu/sites/default/files/Northwest-Crops-and-Soils-Program/2022%20Research%20Reports/OREI_Forage_Survey_Highlights_FINAL.pdf
Enteric methane emissions in grazing dairy systems - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F. 2023. Enteric methane emissions in grazing dairy systems. Journal of Dairy Science. 4(4):324-328. https://doi.org/10.3168/jdsc.2022-0297.
Managing interspecies competition to improve spring pasture maturity, nutritive value, and biomasss - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mercier, K.M., Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Jaramillo, D.M., Goslee, S.C., Adler, P.R. 2023. Managing interspecies competition to improve spring pasture maturity, nutritive value, and biomass. Crop Science. 63(2):974–986. https://doi.org/10.1002/csc2.20892.
Using seaweed in cattle diets to reduce methane production - ()
Andreen, D.M., Soder, K.J. 2022. Using seaweed in cattle diets to reduce methane production. Journal of Dairy Science. Pg 1.
Spatiotemporal patterns of PFAS in water and crop tissue at a beneficial wastewater reuse site in central Pennsylvania - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mroczko, O., Preisendanz, H.E., Wilson, C., Elliott, H.A., Veith, T.L., Mashtare, M.L., Soder, K.J., Watson, J.E. 2022. Spatiotemporal patterns of PFAS in water and crop tissue at a beneficial wastewater reuse site in central Pennsylvania. Science of the Total Environment. 51(6):1282–1297. https://doi.org/10.1002/jeq2.20408.
Building comprehensive glucosinolate profiles for brassica varieties - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mocniak, L.E., Elkin, K.R., Bryant, R.B., Soder, K.J. 2022. Building comprehensive glucosinolate profiles for brassica varieties. Talanta. 251:123814. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.talanta.2022.123814.
Relationship between temperate grass sward characteristics and grazing behavior of dairy heifers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Brink, G.E., Raynor, E.J., Casler, M.D. 2022. Relationship between temperate grass sward characteristics and grazing behavior of dairy heifers. Agronomy. 12(7):1584. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy12071584.
Identifying optimal early-season harvest timing in annual fall forages - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Billman, E.D., Alexandre De Souza, I., Smith, R.G., Soder, K.J., Warren, N.D., Brito, A.F. 2022. Identifying optimal early-season harvest timing in annual fall forages. Crop, Forage & Turfgrass Management. 8(2):e20179. https://doi.org/10.1002/cft2.20179.
Evaluation of diverse cool-season grass mixtures with red clover on ruminal fermentation in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Snider, M.A., Mulakala, B.K., Driemel, A.W., Ziegler, S.E., Darby, H.M., Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Greenwood, S.L. 2022. Evaluation of diverse cool-season grass mixtures with red clover on ruminal fermentation in continuous culture[abstract]. American Society of Animal Science Annual Meeting. Pg 1.
Effect of alfalfa- or red clover-grass mixtures on dietary energy utilization in lactating dairy cows - (Abstract Only)
Lange, M.J., Silva, L.H., Soder, K.J., Zambon, M.A., Brito, A. 2022. Effect of alfalfa- or red clover-grass mixtures on dietary energy utilization in lactating dairy cows[abstract]. American Dairy Science Association Proceedings. Pg 1.
Mitigation strategies for reducing enteric methane in grazing dairy systems - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F. 2022. Mitigation strategies for reducing enteric methane in grazing dairy systems[abstract]. American Dairy Science Association Abstracts. Pg 1.
Supplementation of Oilseeds to an Herbage Diet High in Condensed Tannins Affects Methane Production with Minimal Impact on Ruminal Fermentation in Continuous Culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Billman, E.D., Roca-Fernandez, A.I., Dillard, L., Soder, K.J. 2022. Supplementation of Oilseeds to an Herbage Diet High in Condensed Tannins Affects Methane Production with Minimal Impact on Ruminal Fermentation in Continuous Culture. Journal of Animal Science. 8(3):109. https://doi.org/10.3390/fermentation8030109.
Grazinglands working group fact sheet - ()
Raynor, E.J., Soder, K.J., Polley, H.W., Augustine, D.J. 2022. Grazinglands working group fact sheet. Extension Fact Sheets. Pg 1.
Enhancing the sustainability of temperate pasture systems through more diverse swards - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jaramillo, D.M., Sheridan, H., Soder, K.J., Dubeux, J. 2021. Enhancing the sustainability of temperate pasture systems through more diverse swards. Agronomy. 11(10):1912. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy11101912.
Forage diversity affects rate of maturity and biomass of individual cool-season species - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Jaramillo, D.M., Andreen, D.M., Soder, K.J. 2021. Forage diversity affects rate of maturity and biomass of individual cool-season species[abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Pg 1.
Noseband sensor validation and behavioural indicators for assessing beef cattle grazing on extensive pastures - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Raynor, E.J., Derner, J.D., Soder, K.J., Augustine, D.J. 2021. Noseband sensor validation and behavioural indicators for assessing beef cattle grazing on extensive pastures. Applied Animal Behaviour Science. 242:1-30. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applanim.2021.105402.
Noseband sensor validation and behavioural indicators for assessing beef cattle grazing on extensive pastures - (Abstract Only)
Raynor, E.J., Derner, J.D., Soder, K.J., Augustine, D.J. 2021. Noseband sensor validation and behavioural indicators for assessing beef cattle grazing on extensive pastures[abstract]. Applied Animal Behaviour Science. 242:1-13. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.applanim.2021.105402.
An overview of organic, grassfed dairy farm management and factors related to higher milk production - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Snider, M.A., Ziegler, S.E., Darby, H.M., Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Beidler, B., Flack, S., Greenwood, S.L., Niles, M.T. 2021. An overview of organic, grassfed dairy farm management and factors related to higher milk production. Renewable Agriculture and Food Systems. 6:624-632. https://doi.org/10.1017/S1742170521000284.
Winter annual forage mass–nutritive value trade-offs are affected by harvest timing - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Billman, E.D., Alexandre De Souza, I., Smith, R.G., Soder, K.J., Warren, N.D., Andrade Teixeira, F., Brito, A.F. 2021. Winter annual forage mass–nutritive value trade-offs are affected by harvest timing. Crop, Forage & Turfgrass Management. Article e20113. https://doi.org/10.1002/cft2.20113.
Effects of supplementation of oilseeds to an herbage-based diet high in condensed tannins on methane production and ruminal fermentation in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Dillard, L.S., Soder, K.J., Roca-Fernandez, A. 2021. Effects of supplementation of oilseeds to an herbage-based diet high in condensed tannins on methane production and ruminal fermentation in continuous culture[abstract]. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. p. 1.
Evaluating warm-season annual forages to fill summer forage gaps in short-season climates - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Billman, E.D., Alexandre De Souza, I., Smith, R.G., Soder, K.J., Warren, N.D., Brito, A.F. 2022. Evaluating warm-season annual forages to fill summer forage gaps in short-season climates. Crop, Forage & Turfgrass Management. 8(1):e20152. https://doi.org/10.1002/cft2.20152.
Assessing the efficacy of in-field brix measurements for forage sugar and energy content - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Horst, J., Balk, K., Hafla, A. 2020. Assessing the efficacy of in-field brix measurements for forage sugar and energy content[Abstract]. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. p. 1.
Mob and rotational grazing: weighing your options - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Williamson, J.A., Soder, K.J., Andreen, D.M. 2021. Mob and rotational grazing: weighing your options. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings.
Data from: mob and rotational grazing influence pasture biomass, nutritive value, and species composition - ()
Billman, E.D., Williamson, J.A., Soder, K.J., Andreen, D.M. 2020. Data from: mob and rotational grazing influence pasture biomass, nutritive value, and species composition. Dryad Digital Repository. https://doi.org/10.5061/dryad.79cnp5ht4.
Red seaweed for reduced methane in grazing systems: does it work - ()
Billman, E.D., Andreen, D.M., Brito, A.F., Soder, K.J. 2020. Red seaweed for reduced methane in grazing systems: does it work. Progressive Forage Grower. 11:22-23.
Evaluation of grassfed dairy management practices and producer perceptions on milk production in the United States - (Abstract Only)
Snider, M., Ziegler, S., Darby, H., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Beidler, B., Flack, S., Greenwood, S., Niles, M. 2020. Evaluation of grassfed dairy management practices and producer perceptions on milk production in the United States{abstract}. Proceedings of American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists. P. 1.
Estimating the energy value of alfalfa and orchardgrass herbage using brix - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Horst, J., Balk, K., Hafla, A. 2020. Estimating the energy value of alfalfa and orchardgrass herbage using brix [abstract]. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. p. 1.
Mob and rotational grazing effects on mixed pasture forage mass, nutritive value, and species diversity - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Williamson, J., Soder, K.J., Andreen, D.M., Skinner, H. 2020. Mob and rotational grazing effects on mixed pasture forage mass, nutritive value, and species diversity [abstract]. Crop Science Society of America. p. 1.
Brix as an indicator of energy value in alfalfa and orchardgrass pasture herbage - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Horst, J., Balk, K., Hafla, A. 2020. Brix as an indicator of energy value in alfalfa and orchardgrass pasture herbage{abstract}. American Society of Animal Science Proceedings. p. 1.
Evaluation of research needs and management practices on organic, grass-fed dairy farms in the United States. - (Abstract Only)
Snider, M., Ziegler, S., Darby, H., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Beidler, B., Flack, S., Greenword, S., Niles, M. 2020. Evaluation of research needs and management practices on organic, grass-fed dairy farms in the United States{abstract}. . Journal of Dairy Science. 103 (Suppl. 1):236.
Ruminal metabolism and plasma amino acids in Jersey cows grazing forage canola - (Abstract Only)
Silva, L., Zang, Y., Ghelickhan, M., Geng, Y., Dillard, L.S., Soder, K.J., Brito, A. 2020. Ruminal metabolism and plasma amino acids in Jersey cows grazing forage canola{abstract}. Journal of Dairy Science. 103 (Suppl. 1):154.
Milk production and composition in jersey cows grazing forage canola - (Abstract Only)
Silva, L., Sacremento, J., Gomez, D., Geng, Y., Ghelickhan, M., Dillard, L.S., Soder, K.J., Brito, A. 2020. Milk production and composition in jersey cows grazing forage canola{abstract}. Journal of Dairy Science. 103 (Suppl. 1):277.
Linking forage quality to performance in grazing dairy herds - (Abstract Only)
Mob and rotational grazing influence pasture biomass, nutritive value, and species composition - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Billman, E.D., Williamson, J.A., Soder, K.J., Andreen, D.M., Skinner, R.H. 2020. Mob and rotational grazing influence pasture biomass, nutritive value, and species composition. Agronomy Journal. 112(4):2866-2878. https://doi.org/10.1002/agj2.20215.
mob or rotational grazing for northeastern pastures: an Offer you can't refuse - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Williamson, J., Soder, K.J. 2020. mob or rotational grazing for northeastern pastures: an Offer you can't refuse[Abstract]. Meeting Abstract. p. 1.
Ruminal fermentation and enteric methane production of legumes containing condensed tannins fed in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, L.L., Soder, K.J. 2020. Ruminal fermentation and enteric methane production of legumes containing condensed tannins fed in continuous culture. Journal of Animal Science. 103(8):7028-7038. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2019-17627.
Integrating ruminant livestock and cropping systems: strategies to balance agricultural productivity and environmental quality for sustainable intensification - (Abstract Only)
Survey of production management practices on organic, grass-fed dairy farms in the United States - (Abstract Only)
Snider, M., Ziegler, S., Darby, H., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Beidler, B., Flack, S., Greenwood, S., Niles, M. 2020. Survey of production management practices on organic, grass-fed dairy farms in the United States[Abstract] . Northeast Pasture Consortium Annual Meeting Proceedings. p. 1.
Assessing the efficacy of in-field brix measurements for forage sugar and energy content - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J., Horst, J., Balk, K., Hafla, A. 2020. Assessing the efficacy of in-field brix measurements for forage sugar and energy content[Abstract]. Northeast Pasture Consortium Annual Meeting Proceedings. p. 1.
Mob & rotational grazing in the northeast: diversity, yield, and quality implications - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Williamson, J.A., Soder, K.J., Andreen, D.M. 2020. Mob & rotational grazing in the northeast: diversity, yield, and quality implications[Abstract]. Northeast Pasture Consortium Annual Meeting Proceedings. p. 1.
Assessment of forage brassica species for dairy and beef - cattle fall grazing system - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dillard, L., Billman, E.D., Soder, K.J. 2020. Assessment of forage brassica species for dairy and beef - cattle fall grazing system. Applied Animal Science. 157-166. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2019-01921.
Economic and environmental impact of double cropping winter annuals and corn using the integrated farm system model - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ranck, E., Holden, L., Dillon, J., Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J. 2020. Economic and environmental impact of double cropping winter annuals and corn using the integrated farm system model. Journal of Dairy Science. 103:3804–3815. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2019-17525.
Out with the old, in with the new: does mob grazing have a place in northeastern grazing systems - ()
Billman, E.D., Williamson, J., Soder, K.J., Andreen, D.M. 2019. Out with the old, in with the new: does mob grazing have a place in northeastern grazing systems. Popular Publication. p. 1.
Interseeding forage crops into corn - ()
Williamson, J., Soder, K.J., Andreen, D.M. 2019. Interseeding forage crops into corn[abstract]. Extension Fact Sheets. P. 1.
Mob or rotational grazing for pastures - ()
Billman, E.D., Andreen, D.M., Williamson, J., Soder, K.J. 2019. Mob or rotational grazing for pastures[abstract]. Extension Fact Sheets. P. 1.
Forage brassicas as an alternative forage for fall grazing systems - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Leanne, D., Soder, K.J. 2019. Forage brassicas as an alternative forage for fall grazing systems[Abstract]. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. p. 1.
Mob and rotational grazing long-term effects on pasture species composition - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Andreen, D.M., Williamson, J., Soder, K.J. 2019. Mob and rotational grazing long-term effects on pasture species composition[Abstract]. Meeting Abstract. p. 1.
Evaluation of a novel continuous culture fermentor system for determination of ruminal fermentation and methane production - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dillard, S.L., Roca-Fernandez, A., Tillmann, R., Rubano, M., Soder, K.J. 2019. Evaluation of a novel continuous culture fermentor system for determination of ruminal fermentation and methane production. Journal of Dairy Science. 103:1313-1324. https://doi.org/10.1111/jpn.13155.
Production, milk iodine, and nutrient utilization in Jersey cows supplemented with the brown seaweed ascophyllum nodosum (kelp meal) during the grazing season - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Antaya, N., Ghelichkhan, M., Pereira, A., Soder, K.J., Brito, A. 2019. Production, milk iodine, and nutrient utilization in Jersey cows supplemented with the brown seaweed ascophyllum nodosum (kelp meal) during the grazing season. Journal of Dairy Science.102(9):8040-8058. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2019-16478.
Ruminal fermentation and enteric methane production of legumes containing condensed tannins fed in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, L.S., Soder, K.J. 2019. Ruminal fermentation and enteric methane production of legumes containing condensed tannins fed in continuous culture[abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. P. 1.
Ruminal fermentation and enteric methane production of legumes containing condensed tannins fed in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, L., Soder, K.J. 2019. Ruminal fermentation and enteric methane production of legumes containing condensed tannins fed in continuous culture[abstract]. Advances in Animal Biosciences. 10(3):520.
Brassicas as an alternative forage in the northeastern United States - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Dillard, L.S., Soder, K.J. 2019. Brassicas as an alternative forage in the northeastern United States[abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. P. 1.
Projected heat stress challenges and abatement opportunities for U.S. milk production - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gunn, K.M., Holly, M.A., Veith, T.L., Buda, A.R., Prasad, R., Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J., Stoner, A. 2019. Projected heat stress challenges and abatement opportunities for U.S. milk production. PLoS One. 14(3):1-21. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0214665.
Use of the integrated farm system model to determine economic and environmental impacts of double cropping winter annuals with corn - (Abstract Only)
Ranck, E., Holden, L., Soder, K.J., Dillon, J., Rotz, C.A. 2019. Use of the integrated farm system model to determine economic and environmental impacts of double cropping winter annuals with corn[abstract]. American Dairy Science Association Proceedings. P. 1.
Forage brassicas: extending the grazing season with an alternative forage - (Abstract Only)
Billman, E.D., Dillard, S.L., Soder, K.J. 2019. Forage brassicas: extending the grazing season with an alternative forage[abstract]. Extension Fact Sheets. p. 1.
Short communication: evaluating feed cost, income over feed cost, and the cost of production for milk and crops on 4 case study farms that double cropped winter annual silage and corn silage for 2 years in northern - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ranck, E., Holden, L., Soder, K.J. 2019. Short communication: evaluating feed cost, income over feed cost, and the cost of production for milk and crops on 4 case study farms that double cropped winter annual silage and corn silage for 2 years in northern and western Pennsylvania. Applied Animal Science.35(1):74-82. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2018-01792.
Production, milk fatty acid profile, and nutrient utilization in grazing dairy cows supplemented with ground flaxseed - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Isenberg, B.J., Soder, K.J., Pereira, A., Standish, R., Brito, A. 2019. Production, milk fatty acid profile, and nutrient utilization in grazing dairy cows supplemented with ground flaxseed. Journal of Dairy Science.102(2):1294-1311. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2018-15376.
Impacts of seasonal variation and winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed on milk fatty acid composition of organic dairy cows in the northeastern United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hafla, A., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M., Dillard, L., Kraft, J., Reis, S. 2018. Impacts of seasonal variation and winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed on milk fatty acid composition of organic dairy cows in the northeastern United States. Professional Animal Scientist. 34:397-409.
Using milksomatic cell score to predict of milk yield losses of organic dairy farms in the Northeast United States - (Abstract Only)
Galvao Jr, J., Rangel, A., Brito, A., Silva, J., Fay Benson, A., Hafla, A., Darby, H., Soder, K.J., Kersbergen, R., Brossillon, V. 2018. Using milksomatic cell score to predict of milk yield losses of organic dairy farms in the Northeast United States. American Dairy Science Association Abstracts. P. 1.
Evaluation of sprouted barley fodder production systems on organic dairy farms in temperate regions of the United States - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Heins, B., Chester-Jones, H., Hafla, A., Rubano, M. 2018. Evaluation of sprouted barley fodder production systems on organic dairy farms in temperate regions of the United States. Proceedings of International Symposium on the Nutrition of Herbivores. P. 1.
Enteric methane production and ruminal fermentation of forage brassica diets fed in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dillard, L., Roca-Fernandez, A., Rubano, M., Elkin, K.R., Soder, K.J. 2018. Enteric methane production and ruminal fermentation of forage brassica diets fed in continuous culture. Journal of Animal Science. 96:1362-1374. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/sky030.
Animal performance and environmental efficiency of cool-and warm-season annual grazing systems - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dillard, L., Hancock, D.W., Harmon, D.N., Mullinex, K.M., Beck, P.A., Soder, K.J. 2018. Animal performance and environmental efficiency of cool-and warm-season annual grazing systems. Journal of Animal Science.96:3491-3502. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/sky025.
Winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed impacts milk fatty acid composition on organic dairy farms in the northeastern United States - (Abstract Only)
Hafla, A., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M., Dillard, L., Kraft, J., Reis, S. 2018. Winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed impacts milk fatty acid composition on organic dairy farms in the northeastern United States{Abstract}. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings.p. 1.
Evaluation of fodder production systems for dairy farms - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Heins, B., Chester-Jones, H., Hafla, A., Rubano, M. 2018. Evaluation of fodder production systems for dairy farms. Professional Animal Scientist. 34:75-83. https://doi.org/10.15232/pas.2017-01676.
Distribution of dairy production strategies in the US and environmental impact - (Abstract Only)
Holly, M.A., Kleinman, P.J., Soder, K.J. 2017. Distribution of dairy production strategies in the US and environmental impact[abstract].P. 1.
Productivity and nutritive quality of three brassica varieties for use in pasture-based systems - (Abstract Only)
Dillard, S.L., Soder, K.J. 2017. Productivity and nutritive quality of three brassica varieties for use in pasture-based systems. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Proceeding, October 22-25, 2017, Tampa, Florida.P. 1.
Evaluation of fodder production systems for organic dairy farms - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Heins, B., Paulson, J., Chester-Jones, H., Hafla, A. 2017. Evaluation of fodder production systems for organic dairy farms. American Society of Agronomy.34(1). doi: 10.15232/pas.2017-01676.
Winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed impacts milk fatty acid composition on organic dairy farms in the northeastern United States - (Abstract Only)
Hafla, A., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M., Dillard, S.L., Kraft, J., Reis, S. 2017. Winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed impacts milk fatty acid composition on organic dairy farms in the northeastern United States. Journal of Animal Science.95(4). doi: 10.2527/asasann.2017.288.
Production performance and milk fatty acids profile in grazing dairy cows offered ground corn or liquid molasses as the sole supplemental nonstructural carbohydrate source - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Reis, S.F., Soder, K.J., Chouinard, P., Ross, S., Rubano, M.D., Casler, M.D., Brito, A.F. 2017. Production performance and milk fatty acids profile in grazing dairy cows offered ground corn or liquid molasses as the sole supplemental nonstructural carbohydrate source. Journal of Dairy Science. 100:8146-8160. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2017-12618.
Modification of ruminal fermentation and methane production by adding legumes containing condensed tannins to an orchardgrass diet in continuous culture systems - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, S.L., Rubano, M., Baldwin, M., Dell, C.J., Macadam, J., Soder, K.J. 2017. Modification of ruminal fermentation and methane production by adding legumes containing condensed tannins to an orchardgrass diet in continuous culture systems. American Dairy Science Association Proceedings.100(2):148.
Milk yield and somatic cell score of northeastern United States organic dairy farms during the grazing and non-grazing seasons - (Abstract Only)
Galvao, J., Brito, A., Rangel, A., Silva, J., Benson, F., Darby, H., Hafla, A., Soder, K.J., Kersbergen, R. 2017. Milk yield and somatic cell score of northeastern United States organic dairy farms during the grazing and non-grazing seasons. American Dairy Science Association Proceedings.100(2):292.
Economic and environmental performance of traditional and grass-fed organic dairies using the Integrated Farm System Model - (Abstract Only)
Santana, R., Brito, A., Cabrera, V., Barbosa, F., Hoshide, A., Benson, F., Hafla, A., Darby, H., Soder, K.J., Kerbergen, R. 2017. Economic and environmental performance of traditional and grass-fed organic dairies using the Integrated Farm System Model. Journal of American Dairy Science.100(2):356.
Effect of oilseed source on ruminal fermentation and methane production of a grass-legume diet in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, S.L., Dell, C.J., Macadam, J., Soder, K.J. 2017. Effect of oilseed source on ruminal fermentation and methane production of a grass-legume diet in continuous culture. American Society of Animal Science.95(4):133.
Organic dairy production systems - ()
Daley, C. A., Heins, B. J., Soder, K.J., Sorge, U., Brito, A. F., Mullen, K., A. E., Washburn, S. P. 2017. Organic dairy production systems. In: Beede D. K. Large Dairy Herd Management. 3rd edition. Champaign, IL: American Dairy Science Association. 115-126.
Winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed impacts milk fatty acid composition on organic dairy farms in the northeastern United States - (Abstract Only)
Aimee, H., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M., Dillard, S.L., Kraft, J., Reis, S. 2017. Winter supplementation of ground whole flaxseed impacts milk fatty acid composition on organic dairy farms in the northeastern United States. Journal of Dairy Science.95(4). doi: 10.2527/asasann.2017.288.
Annual Forages: Influence on Animal Performance and Water/Nutrient Management - (Abstract Only)
Dillard, S.L., Hancock, D., Harmon, D., Mullenix, K., Beck, P., Soder, K.J. 2017. Annual Forages: Influence on Animal Performance and Water/Nutrient Management. American Society of Animal Science.95(4):358.
Enteric methane production and ruminal fermentation from forage brassica diets fed in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Dillard, S.L., Roca-Fernandez, A., Ruban, M., Elkin, K.R., Soder, K.J. 2017. Enteric methane production and ruminal fermentation from forage brassica diets fed in continuous culture. American Society of Animal Science.95(4):238.
Potential of forage brassicas for use in pasture-based livestock systems - (Abstract Only)
Dillard, S.L., Roca-Fernandez, A., Rubano, M., Soder, K.J. 2017. Potential of forage brassicas for use in pasture-based livestock systems. American Forage and Grassland Conference,January 22-25,2017,Roanoke,Virgina.P.1.
Choosing cover crops for a fall grazing season - ()
Dillard, S.L., Soder, K.J. 2017. Choosing cover crops for a fall grazing season. Progressive Forage Grower. p.1-2.
Effect of feeding legumes containing condensed tannins with orchardgrass on ruminal fermentation and methane production in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, S.L., Rubano, M., Soder, K.J. 2017. Effect of feeding legumes containing condensed tannins with orchardgrass on ruminal fermentation and methane production in continuous culture. American Forage and Grassland Conference,January 22-25,2017,Roanoke,Virgina. P.1.
Evaluation of fodder production systems for grazing dairy farms - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Heins, B., Paulson, J., Chester-Jones, H., Hafla, A., Rubano, M. 2017. Evaluation of fodder production systems for grazing dairy farms. American Forage and Grassland.Paper No.1.
Evaluation of a rising plate meter for use in multi-species swards - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dillard, S.L., Hafla, A.N., Rubano, M.D., Stout, R.C., Brito, A.F., Soder, K.J. 2016. Evaluation of a rising plate meter for use in multi-species swards. Agricultural and Environmental Letters. 1:160032.
Effect of feeding warm-season annuals with orchardgrass on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dillard, S.L., Hafla, A., Roca-Fernandez, A., Brito, A., Rubano, M.D., Soder, K.J. 2017. Effect of feeding warm-season annuals with orchardgrass on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture. Journal of Dairy Science. 100(2):1179-1188.
Forage Brassicas: establishment, management, and challenges - ()
Dillard, S.L., Soder, K.J. 2016. Forage Brassicas: establishment, management, and challenges. Extension Fact Sheets.
How well does pasture meet the nutrient needs of dairy cows - ()
Soder, K.J., Hafla, A. 2016. How well does pasture meet the nutrient needs of dairy cows. Extension Fact Sheets. P. 1.
Effect of condensed tannins on forage nutritive value and greenhouse gas output of an orchardgrass diet - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, S.L., Rubano, M.D., Dell, C.J., Soder, K.J. 2016. Effect of condensed tannins on forage nutritive value and greenhouse gas output of an orchardgrass diet. Proceedings of the 5th Grazing Lands Nutrition Conference, July 16-19, 2016, Park City, Utah. P.1.
Effect of introducing legumes containing condensed tannins in an orchardgrass diet on forage nutritive value and enteric methane output in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, S.L., Rubano, M.D., Tillman, R., Soder, K.J. 2016. Effect of introducing legumes containing condensed tannins in an orchardgrass diet on forage nutritive value and enteric methane output in continuous culture.Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA,July 19-23,2016,Salt Lake City,Utah. p.1.
Use of a novel continuous culture fermentor system for in vitro determination of enteric methane output from ruminants - (Abstract Only)
Roca-Fernandez, A., Dillard, S.L., Rubano, M.D., Tillmann, R., Soder, K.J. 2016. Use of a novel continuous culture fermentor system for in vitro determination of enteric methane output from ruminants. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA.Journal of Animal Society.94(E-Suppl.5):564.
Feeding ground flaxseed to lactating dairy cows decreases the ruminal proportion of archaea, but does not change the major species of cellulolytic bacteria - (Abstract Only)
Pereira, A., Brito, A., Resende, T., Woitschach, D., Reis, R., Soder, K.J. 2016. Feeding ground flaxseed to lactating dairy cows decreases the ruminal proportion of archaea, but does not change the major species of cellulolytic bacteria. Journal of Animal Science.94(5):784.
Application of a rising plate meter for estimation of forage yield in multi-species swards - (Abstract Only)
Dillard, S.L., Hafa, A., Rubano, M.D., Stout, R.C., Soder, K.J. 2016. Application of a rising plate meter for estimation of forage yield in multi-species swards.Proceedings of the 2016 Grazing Livestock Nutrition Conference,July 17-19,2016,Park City,Utah.P.1.
Effect of summer annuals on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Dillard, S.L., Roca-Fernandez, A., Brito, A., Hafla, A., Rubano, M.D., Soder, K.J. 2016. Effect of summer annuals on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture.Journal of Animal Science 94 eSuppl.5:575-575.
Sprouted barley for dairy cows: Is it worth it - ()
Soder, K.J., Heins, B. 2016. Sprouted barley for dairy cows: Is it worth it. Extension Fact Sheets. P. 1.
Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of dairy cows in the northeastern U.S - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hafla, A.N., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M.D. 2016. Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of dairy cows in the northeastern U.S. Professional Animal Scientist. 32:523-530.
Effect of starchy or fibrous carbohydrate supplementation of orchardgrass on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Hafla, A.N., Rubano, M.D. 2016. Effect of starchy or fibrous carbohydrate supplementation of orchardgrass on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture. Journal of Dairy Science. 99:4464-4475.
Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of organic dairy cows - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Hafla, A., Brito, A., Rubano, M.D. 2015. Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of organic dairy cows[Abstract]. Proceedings of the 2015 National Grazing Lands Coalition meeting, December 13-16, 2015, Grapevine, TX. p. 1.
Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of grazing dairy cows in the Northeastern U.S. - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Hafla, A., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M.D. 2016. Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of grazing dairy cows in the Northeastern U.S.. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings Annual meeting, Jan. 10-13, 2016, Baton Rouge, LA. p. 1.
Application of a rising plate meter to estimate forage yield on dairy farms in Pennsylvania - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Hafla, A., Rubano, M.D., Stout, R.C. 2016. Application of a rising plate meter to estimate forage yield on dairy farms in Pennsylvania[Abstract]. American Forage and Grassland Council Conference Proceedings Annual meeting, January 10-13, 2016, Baton Rouge, LA. p. 1.
Incremental amounts of ground flaxseed decreases milk production but increases n-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acids in dairy cows fed high-forage diets - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Resende, T.L., Kraft, J., Soder, K.J., Pereira, A.B., Woitschach, D.E., Reis, R.B., Brito, A.F. 2015. Incremental amounts of ground flaxseed decreases milk production but increases n-3 fatty acids and conjugated linoleic acids in dairy cows fed high-forage diets. Journal of Dairy Science. 98:4785-4799.
Effect of starchy or fibrous carbohydrate supplementation of an herbage diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Hafla, A.N., Brito, A., Rubano, M.D., Dell, C.J. 2015. Effect of starchy or fibrous carbohydrate supplementation of an herbage diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture. Journal of Dairy Science. 98(E-Suppl. 2):49.
Supplementation of herbage-based diets with corn meal or liquid molasses changes the milk fatty acids profile in grazing dairy cows - (Abstract Only)
Reis, S., Brito, A., Chouinard, Y., Soder, K.J., Ross, S. 2015. Supplementation of herbage-based diets with corn meal or liquid molasses changes the milk fatty acids profile in grazing dairy cows. Journal of Dairy Science. 98(E-Suppl. 2):451.
Effect of starchy or fibrous carbohydrate supplementation of an herbage diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Hafla, A., Brito, A., Rubano, M.D., Dell, C.J. 2015. Effect of starchy or fibrous carbohydrate supplementation of an herbage diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture. Proceedings of the Northeast Pasture Consortium Meeting, March 10-11, 2015, Morgantown, WV. p. 1.
Use of a portable, automated, open-circuit gas quantification system and the sulfur hexafluoride tracer technique for measuring enteric methane emissions in Holstein cows fed ad libitum or restricted - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dorich, C.C., Varner, R.K., Pereira, A.B., Martineau, R., Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F. 2015. Use of a portable, automated, open-circuit gas quantification system and the sulfur hexafluoride tracer technique for measuring enteric methane emissions in Holstein cows fed ad libitum or restricted. Journal of Dairy Science. 98(4):2676–2681.
Cool-season grass sward structure influences intake of grazing cattle - (Abstract Only)
Brink, G.E., Soder, K.J. 2015. Cool-season grass sward structure influences intake of grazing cattle. American Forage and Grassland Council Conference Proceedings [CD-ROM]. Number 16. St. Louis, MO: American Forage and Grassland Council.
Mob grazing for dairy cows - ()
Soder, K.J., Hafla, A., Hautau, M. 2014. Mob grazing for dairy cows. Lancaster Farming (Corn Talk & Foraging Around Special Section). p. E13-14.
Incremental amounts of Ascophyllum nodosum meal do not improve animal performance but increase milk iodine output in early lactation dairy cows fed high-forage diets - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Antaya, N.T., Soder, K.J., Kraft, J., Whitehouse, N.L., Guindon, N.E., Erickson, P.S., Conroy, A., Brito, A.F. 2014. Incremental amounts of Ascophyllum nodosum meal do not improve animal performance but increase milk iodine output in early lactation dairy cows fed high-forage diets. Journal of Dairy Science. 98:1991-2004.
Interactions of corn meal or molasses with a soybean-sunflower meal mix or flaxseed meal on production, milk fatty acids composition, and nutrient utilization in dairy cows fed grass hay-based diets - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Brito, A.F., Petit, H.V., Pepeira, A.B., Soder, K.J., Ross, S. 2014. Interactions of corn meal or molasses with a soybean-sunflower meal mix or flaxseed meal on production, milk fatty acids composition, and nutrient utilization in dairy cows fed grass hay-based diets. Journal of Dairy Science. 98:443-457.
Effect of sprouted barley grain supplementation of an herbage-based or haylage-based diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Rubano, M.D., Dell, C.J. 2014. Effect of sprouted barley grain supplementation of an herbage-based or haylage-based diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture. Journal of Animal Science. 97:7856-7869.
Sprouted barley for dairy cows: Nutritional composition and digestibility - ()
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Rubano, M.D., Dell, C.J. 2014. Sprouted barley for dairy cows: Nutritional composition and digestibility. USDA-ARS fact sheet. p. 1.
Case study: dairies using ultra-high stocking density grazing in the Northeastern U.S. - ()
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Hautau, M., Rubano, M.D. 2014. Case study: dairies using ultra-high stocking density grazing in the Northeastern U.S.. Extension Fact Sheets. p 1.
Dairy farmers using mob grazing in Pennsylvania and New York - ()
0rr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Hautau, M. 2014. Dairy farmers using mob grazing in Pennsylvania and New York. Electronic Publication. Available: http://onpasture.com/2014/04/07/how-mob-grazing-works-for-dairies-in-the-northeast/.
Application of a rising plate meter to estimate forage yield on dairy farms in PA - (Abstract Only)
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Rubano, M.D., Stout, R.C. 2014. Application of a rising plate meter to estimate forage yield on dairy farms in PA[Abstract]. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. 96 (E-Suppl. 1):87.
Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of organic dairy cows - (Abstract Only)
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M.D. 2014. Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of organic dairy cows[abstract]. Proceedings of the Northeast Pasture Consortium. p 1.
Effect of sprouted barley grain supplementation of an herbage or haylage diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Rubano, M.D., Dell, C.J. 2014. Effect of sprouted barley grain supplementation of an herbage or haylage diet on ruminal fermentation and methane output in continuous culture[abstract]. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. 97 (E-Suppl. 1):910.
Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of grazing dairy cows in the Northeastern U.S. - (Abstract Only)
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Kersbergen, R., Benson, F., Darby, H., Rubano, M.D. 2014. Feeding strategy and pasture quality relative to nutrient requirements of grazing dairy cows in the Northeastern U.S.[abstract]. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. 97 (E-Suppl. 1):533.
A look at dairy mob grazing in the Northeast - ()
Soder, K.J., Orr, A.N., Hautau, M. 2014. A look at dairy mob grazing in the Northeast. Popular Publication. 21(3):18-19.
Case study: dairies utilizing ultra-high stocking density grazing in Pennsylvania and New York - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Orr, A.N., Soder, K.J., Hautau, M., Rubano, M.D., Moyer, B., Stout, R.C. 2014. Case study: dairies utilizing ultra-high stocking density grazing in Pennsylvania and New York. Professional Animal Scientist. 30:366-374.
Kelp meal (Ascophyllum nodosum) did not improve milk yield or mitigate heat stress but increased milk iodine in mid lactation organic Jersey cows during the grazing season - (Abstract Only)
Brito, A., Soder, K.J., Whitehouse, N., Guindon, N.E., Periera, A.B., Muir, C.C. 2013. Kelp meal (Ascophyllum nodosum) did not improve milk yield or mitigate heat stress but increased milk iodine in mid lactation organic Jersey cows during the grazing season. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. 96(E-Suppl. 1):33.
Feeding incremental levels of ground flaxseed linearly reduced milk yield and enteric methane emission in organic Jersey cows - (Abstract Only)
Resende, T.L., Brito, A., Soder, K.J., Woitschach, D.H., Pereira, A.D., Reis, R.B. 2013. Feeding incremental levels of ground flaxseed linearly reduced milk yield and enteric methane emission in organic Jersey cows. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. 96 (E-Suppl. 1):523.
Case study: dairies utilizing ultra-high stock density grazing in the Northeast - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Hautau, M., Orr, A.N., Rubano, M.D., Moyer, B., Stout, R.C. 2013. Case study: dairies utilizing ultra-high stock density grazing in the Northeast[abstract]. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. 96(E-Suppl. 1)p87.
Effect of supplementing orchardgrass herbage with a total mixed ration or flaxseed fermentation profile and bacterial protein synthesis in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Rubano, M.D. 2013. Effect of supplementing orchardgrass herbage with a total mixed ration or flaxseed fermentation profile and bacterial protein synthesis in continuous culture. Journal of Dairy Science. 96:3228-3237.
Case study: dairies utilizing ultra-high stock density grazing in the northeast - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Hautau, M., Hafla, A.N., Rubano, M.D., Moyer, B., Stout, R.C. 2013. Case study: dairies utilizing ultra-high stock density grazing in the northeast[abstract]. Northeast Pasture Consortium Conference. p 1.
Application of a rising plate meter to estimate forage yield on dairy farms in PA - (Abstract Only)
Hafla, A.N., Soder, K.J., Rubano, M.D., Stout, R.C. 2013. Application of a rising plate meter to estimate forage yield on dairy farms in PA[abstract]. Northeast Pasture Consortium Conference. p. 1.
Effect of time of cutting and maceration on forage composition, nutrient flow, microbial protein synthesis, and digestibility in dual-flow continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kokko, C., Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Hovey, R.C., Berthiaume, R. 2013. Effect of time of cutting and maceration on forage composition, nutrient flow, microbial protein synthesis, and digestibility in dual-flow continuous culture. Journal of Animal Science. 91:1765-1774.
Short communication: effect of oilseed supplementation of an herbage diet on ruminal fermentation in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Rubano, M.D. 2013. Short communication: effect of oilseed supplementation of an herbage diet on ruminal fermentation in continuous culture. Journal of Dairy Science. 96(4):2551-2556.
Biodiversity in forage stands - ()
Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J. 2013. Biodiversity in forage stands. Extension Publications. Chapter 9. Pages 42-45. IN: S. Bittman and D. Hunt (editors). Cool Forages-Advanced management of temperate forages. Pacific Field Corn Association, Agassiz, British Columbia, Canada.
How to avoid costly mistakes in pasture management - ()
Flack, S., Daley, C., Soder, K.J. 2012. How to avoid costly mistakes in pasture management. Northeast Organic Dairy Producers Alliance newsletter. 12(5):22,32-33.
Effect of incremental flaxseed supplementation of an herbage diet on methane output and ruminal fermentation in continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Rubano, M.D., Dell, C.J. 2012. Effect of incremental flaxseed supplementation of an herbage diet on methane output and ruminal fermentation in continuous culture. Journal of Dairy Science. 95(7):3961-3969. DOI: 10.3168/jds.2011-4981.
Case study: molasses as the primary energy supplement on an organic grazing dairy farm - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Hoffman, K., Chase, L.E., Rubano, M.D. 2012. Case study: molasses as the primary energy supplement on an organic grazing dairy farm. Professional Animal Scientist. 28:234-243.
Case study: molasses as the primary energy source on an organic grazing dairy - (Proceedings)
Hoffman, K., Chase, L., Soder, K.J., Rubano, M.D. 2012. Case study: molasses as the primary energy source on an organic grazing dairy. Proceedings Northeast Organic Research Symposium. January 19-20, 2012, Saratoga Springs, NY. p. 121-122.
Effect of increasing flaxseed supplementation of a pasture-based diet on methane output and ruminal fermentation in continuous culture - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Rubano, M.D. 2012. Effect of increasing flaxseed supplementation of a pasture-based diet on methane output and ruminal fermentation in continuous culture. Proceedings Northeast Organic Research Symposium. January 19-20, 2012, Saratoga Springs, NY. p. 110-111.
Molasses supplementation of grazing dairy cows: summary of case study, continuous culture fermenter trials, and controlled research farm study - ()
Hoffman, K., Soder, K.J., Brito, A. 2011. Molasses supplementation of grazing dairy cows: summary of case study, continuous culture fermenter trials, and controlled research farm study. USDA-NRCS Fact Sheets. p. 1.
Diversity: a grazier's best friend - ()
Goslee, S.C., Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J. 2011. Diversity: a grazier's best friend. Popular Publication. Available: http://www.nodpa.com/production_forage_diversity_part2_august_2011.shtml.
Molasses versus grain: what the research says - ()
Soder, K.J., Brito, A., Hoffman, K. 2011. Molasses versus grain: what the research says. GRAZE magazine. 18(7):8-9.
Sustainability of US organic beef and dairy production systems: soil, plant and cattle interactions - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hafla, A.N., Macadam, J.W., Soder, K.J. 2013. Sustainability of US organic beef and dairy production systems: soil, plant and cattle interactions. Sustainability. 5:3009-3034.
Effects of cornmeal or molasses supplemented with different protein sources on milk production and nitrogen utilization of organic dairy cows - (Abstract Only)
Ross, S., Brito, A.F., Petit, H., Soder, K.J. 2011. Effects of cornmeal or molasses supplemented with different protein sources on milk production and nitrogen utilization of organic dairy cows. Journal Dairy Science. 94(1):622.
Effect of molasses or cornmeal on milk production and nitrogen utilization of grazing organic dairy cows - (Abstract Only)
Ross, S., Brito, A.F., Soder, K.J., Green, K., Green, A., Chouinard, Y. 2011. Effect of molasses or cornmeal on milk production and nitrogen utilization of grazing organic dairy cows. Journal Dairy Science. 94(1):317.
Can forage mixtures improve productivity of grazing dairy cows - ()
Soder, K.J., Goslee, S.C., Sanderson, M.A. 2011. Can forage mixtures improve productivity of grazing dairy cows. Popular Publication. 11(3):10-13.
Effect of time of cutting and maceration on forage composition, nutrient flow, microbial protein synthesis, and digestibility in dual-flow continuous culture - (Proceedings)
Kokko, C., Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Hovey, R., Berthiaume, R. 2011. Effect of time of cutting and maceration on forage composition, nutrient flow, microbial protein synthesis, and digestibility in dual-flow continuous culture. Proceedings of the 60th Annual Meeting of the Canadian Society of Animal Science. p. 12.
Relationships among sward characteristics and herbage intake of grazed temperate grasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Brink, G.E., Soder, K.J. 2011. Relationships among sward characteristics and herbage intake of grazed temperate grasses. Crop Science. 51:2289-2298.
Effect of molasses supplementation on ruminal fermentation - ()
Soder, K.J. 2011. Effect of molasses supplementation on ruminal fermentation. Extension Fact Sheets. p. 1.
Effect of molasses supplementation and nutritive value on ruminal fermentation of a pasture-based diet - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Hoffman, K. 2011. Effect of molasses supplementation and nutritive value on ruminal fermentation of a pasture-based diet. Professional Animal Scientist. 27:35-42.
Implementation of grassland conservation practices in EQIP - (Abstract Only)
Griffin, T., Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A. 2010. Implementation of grassland conservation practices in EQIP. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. p. 1.
Molasses as the primary energy supplement on an organic grazing dairy farm - (Proceedings)
Hoffman, K., Chase, L., Soder, K.J. 2010. Mollasses as the primary energy supplement on an organic grazing dairy farm. In: Proceeding 4th Grazing Livestock Nutrition Conference. Estes Park, CO. p. 203.
Current Research on Molasses as an Alternative Energy Source for Organic Dairy Herds - ()
Soder, K.J., Brito, A.F., Hoffman, K. 2010. Current Research on Molasses as an Alternative Energy Source for Organic Dairy Herds. Northeast Organic Dairy Producers Alliance newsletter. 10(2): 30-32.
Effect of supplement type on ruminal fermentation of an orchardgrass-based pasture diet during continuous culture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Gregorini, P. 2010. Relationship between supplemental protein and ruminal fermentation of an orchardgrass-based herbage diet. Professional Animal Scientist. 26(3):290-297.
How Supplementation Affects Grazing Behavior - ()
Soder, K. J. 2010. Most feeding advice not based on grazing behavior. GRAZE magazine. 17(4):10, 17.
Effects of timing of corn silage supplementation on ruminal digestion, fermentation pattern and nutrient flow during continuous culture fermentation of a short and intensive orchardgrass herbage meal - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J., Waghorn, G. 2010. Effects of timing of corn silage supplementation on digestion, fermentation pattern and nutrient flow during continuous culture fermentation of a short and intensive orchardgrass meal. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:3722-3729.
Effect of forage species on ruminal fermentation in continuous culture - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Brink, G.E. 2010. Effect of forage species on ruminal fermentation in continuous culture. J Dairy Science. 93:348(E-Suppl 1).
How Does “Hunger” Level Impact Grazing Behavior? - ()
Soder, K.J. 2010. Hunger May Affect Grazing Behavior. Graze Magazine. 17(3):12-14.
Effect of molasses, corn meal or a combination of molasses plus corn meal on ruminal fermentation of orchardgrass pasture in continuous culture fermenters - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Hoffman, K. 2010. Effect of molasses, corn meal or a combination of molasses plus corn meal on ruminal fermentation of orchardgrass pasture in continuous culture fermenters. Professional Animal Scientist. 26(2):167-174.
MOLASSES AS THE PRIMARY ENERGY SUPPLEMENT ON AN ORGANIC GRAZING DAIRY FARM - (Proceedings)
Hoffman, K., Chase, L.E., Soder, K.J. 2010. Molasses as the Primary Energy Supplement on an Organic Grazing Dairy Farm. In: Proceedings of the National Conference on Grazing Lands. National Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative, Sparks, NV. P. 414-419.
Relationship of bite mass of cattle to sward structure of four temperate grasses in short-term foraging sessions - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Gregorini, P., Orr, R.J., Rubano, M.D., Rook, A.J. 2009. Relationship of bite mass of cattle to sward structure of four temperate grasses in short-term foraging sessions. Grass and Forage Science. 64(4):421-431.
The sustainability of organic dairy production in the U.S. - ()
Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J. 2009. The sustainability of organic dairy production in the U.S. Presentation at the 60Th annual meeting of the European Association for Animal Production. Available at: http://www.eaap.org/Barcelona/Papers/published/20_Rotz.pdf
Diet Selection and Grazing Behavior - ()
Soder, K.J. 2009. Diet Selection and Grazing Behavior. Northeast Organic Dairy Producers Alliance newsletter. 9(5):11, 15.
Grazing can reduce the environmental impact of dairy production systems - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J., Skinner, R.H., Dell, C.J., Kleinman, P.J., Schmidt, J.P., Bryant, R.B. 2009. Grazing can reduce the environmental impact of dairy production systems. Forage and Grazinglands. Available: www.plantmanagementnetwork.org/sub/fg/research/2009/impact/
Effects of timing of supplementation on ruminal digestion and fermentation pattern during continuous culture fermentation of grass herbage - (Proceedings)
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J. 2009. Effects of supplementation timing on ruminal digestion and fermentation pattern during continuous culture fermentation of grass herbage. In: Chillard Y. et al., editors. Proceedings 11th International Symposium Ruminant Physiology. Ruminant Physiology: Digestion, metabolism and effects of nutrition on reproduction and welfare, September 6-9, 2009, Clermont-Ferrand, France. p. 194-195.
The environmental impacts of grazing in dairy production - (Abstract Only)
Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J., Skinner, R.H., Dell, C.J., Kleinman, P.J., Schmidt, J.P., Bryant, R.B. 2009. The environmental impacts of grazing in dairy production. American Forage and Grassland Council Conference Proceedings, June 21-23, 2009, Grand Rapids, MI. 2009 CDROM.
Successful organic dairy systems - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J. 2009. Successful organic dairy systems [abstract}. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA. J. Dairy Sci. 92(E-supplement 1):344-345.
A snapshot in the effect of time of day on herbage toughness and chemical composition - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Ziegler, G.R. 2009. Toughness, particle size and chemical composition of meadow fescue (Festuca pratensis Hud.) herbage as affected by time of day. Animal Feed Science And Technology. 151(3-4):330-336.
Managing Forage and Grazing Lands for Multiple Ecosystem Services - (Abstract Only)
Sanderson, M.A., Adler, P.R., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J., Skinner, R.H., Dell, C.J. 2009. Managing Forage and Grazing Lands for Multiple Ecosystem Services [abstract]. Northeast Pasture Consortium Abstract. p. 1.
Intake characteristics of grass species from semi-natural pastures in the United Kingdom - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Orr, R.J., Rubano, M.D., Rook, A.J. 2009. Use of a micro-sward technique for determining bite mass of four grass species in short-term tests. Euphytica. 168(1):135-143.
Bite mass of cattle related to sward structure of four temperate grasses in short-term tests - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Gregorini, P., Orr, R.J., Rubano, M.D., Rook, A.J. 2009. Bite mass of cattle related to sward structure of four temperate grasses in short-term tests[abstract]. Northeast Pasture and Research Consortium Annual Meeting. p. 1.
Does Sward Structure Affect Bite Mass of Grazing Cattle? - Fact Sheet - ()
Soder, K.J. 2009. Does Sward Structure Affect Bite Mass of Grazing Cattle? - Fact Sheet. Northeast Pasture Consortium Fact Sheets. p. 1.
Energy Requirements of Grazing Activity - ()
Soder, K.J. 2009. Energy Requirements of Grazing Activity. Internet Web Page. p. 1.
Understanding diet selection in temperate biodiverse pasture systems - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Villalba, J.J., Soder, K.J., Laca, E.A. 2009. Understanding diet selection in temperate biodiverse pasture systems. Rangeland Ecology and Management. 62(5):387-388.
Effects of rumen fill on short-term ingestive behavior and circulating concentrations of ghrelin, insulin, and glucose of dairy cows foraging vegetative micro-swards - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J., Kensinger, R.S. 2009. Effects of rumen fill on short-term ingestive behavior and circulating concentrations of ghrelin, insulin, and glucose of dairy cows foraging vegetative micro-swards. Journal of Dairy Science. 92(5):2095-2105.
Managing forage and grazing lands for multiple ecosystem services - ()
Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J., Skinner, R.H., Adler, P.R. 2009. Managing Forage and Grazing Lands for Multiple Ecosystem Services. In: Franzluebbers, A.J., editor. 2009. Farming with Grass: Achieving Sustainable Mixed Agricultural Landscapes. Ankeny, IA: Soil and Water Conservation Society. p. 82-95.
Dietary selection by domestic grazing ruminants: Current state of knowledge - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Gregorini, P., Scaglia, G., Rook, A.J. 2009. Dietary selection by domestic grazing ruminants in temperate pastures: current state of knowledge, methodologies, and future direction. Rangeland Ecology and Management. 62(5):389-398.
Forage Budgeting - (Proceedings)
Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J., Gregorini, P., and Gierus, M. 2008. Forage Budgeting on pasture. Proceedings of the 4th International Symposium on the Strategic Management of Pastures. p. 185-200.
Case Study: A snapshot of fatty acids composition of grass herbage as affected by time of day - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A. 2008. Case Study: A Snapshot in Time of Fatty Acids Composition of Grass Herbage as Affected by Time of Day. Professional Animal Scientist. 24(6):675-680.
Effect of ruminal fill on foraging behavior, intake rate, and plasma ghrelin, serum insulin and glucose levels of cattle grazing a vegetative micro-sward - (Abstract Only)
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J., Kensinger, R.S. 2008. Effect of ruminal fill on foraging behavior, intake rate, and plasma ghrelin, serum insulin and glucose levels of cattle grazing a vegetative micro-sward. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. Journal of Animal Science. 86(E-Suppl. 2):371.
Northeast Opportunities and Challenges for Forage-based Beef and Dairy Production - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J. 2008. Northeast Opportunities and Challenges for Forage-based Beef and Dairy Production [abstract]. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. Journal of Dairy Science. 91(1):309.
The interaction of diurnal grazing pattern, ruminal metabolism, nutrient supply and management in cattle - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Gregorini, P., Gunter, S.A., Beck, P.A., Soder, K.J., Tamminga, S. 2008. The interaction of diurnal grazing pattern, ruminal metabolism, nutrient supply and management in cattle. Professional Animal Scientist. 24:308-318.
Biodiverse Forage Mixtures: Can They Improve Animal and Pasture Productivity? - ()
Soder, K.J. 2008. Biodiverse Forage Mixtures: Can They Improve Animal and Pasture Productivity?. Extension Fact Sheets.
Using a Total Mixed Ration on a Pasture-Based Dairy - ()
Soder, K.J. 2008. Using a Total Mixed Ration on a Pasture-Based Dairy. Extension Fact Sheets.
Diet Selection and Grazing Behavior - ()
Soder, K.J. 2008. Diet Selection and Grazing Behavior. Agricultural Research Service Publication. Fact Sheet.
The Impact of Hybrid Dairy Systems on Air, Soil and Water Quality: Focus on Nitrogen and Phosphorus Cycling - ()
Kleinman, P.J., Soder, K.J. 2008. The Impact of Hybrid Dairy Systems on Air, Soil and Water Quality: Focus on Nitrogen and Phosphorus Cycling. In McDowell, R.W., editor. Environmental Impacts of Pasture-based Farming. Oxfordshire, UK. CAB International. p. 249-276.
Effect of Protein Supplementation on Ruminal Digestion of Herbage during Continuous Culture Fermentation - (Abstract Only)
Allocating fresh pasture during the afternoon enhances daily weight gains… what about milk yield - ()
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J. 2007. Allocating fresh pasture during the afternoon enhances daily weight gains… what about milk yield. Lancaster Farming. October 6, 2007. p. E8.
A Few Hours Grazing Session Seems To Be Enough - ()
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J. 2007. A few hours grazing session seems to be enough. Lancaster Farming. October 6, 2007. p. E4.
Continuous Or Daily Strips… How Shall We Graze - ()
Gregorini, P., Soder, K.J. 2007. Continuous Or Daily Strips… How Shall We Graze. Lancaster Farming magazine. p. E-6.
Diet Selection Fact Sheet - Choices, Choices, Choices- Interpreting the Pasture "Salad Bar" - ()
Soder, K.J. 2007. Diet Selection Fact Sheet - Choices, Choices, Choices- Interpreting the Pasture "Salad Bar". Ag Progress Days Handout. 1 p. . Extension Fact Sheets.
SOIL SEED BANK COMPOSITION IN PASTURES OF DIVERSE MIXTURES OF TEMPERATE FORAGES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sanderson, M.A., Klement, K., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J. 2007. Soil seed bank composition in pastures of diverse mixtures of temperate forages. Agronomy Journal. 99:1514-1520.
Economic analysis of forage mixtures for pastures - ()
Sanderson, M.A., Corson, M., Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J. 2007. Economic analysis of forage mixtures for pastures. Project Grass Magazine. P. 4-6.
EFFECT OF MORPHOLOGICAL TRAITS ON INTAKE CHARACTERISTICS OF FOUR GRASS SPECIES FOUND IN TEMPERATE BIODIVERSE PASTURE SYSTEMS - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A. 2007. Effect of morphological traits on intake characteristics of four grass species found in temperate biodiverse pasture systems. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. p. 30-33.
Effect of Morphological Traits on Intake Characteristics of Four Grass Species Found in Temperate Biodiverse Pasture Systems - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A. 2007. Effect of Morphological Traits on Intake Characteristics of Four Grass Species Found in Temperate Biodiverse Pasture Systems. Journal of Dairy Science 90 (Suppl. 1):495.
PLANT SPECIES DIVERSITY, ECOSYSTEM FUNCTION, AND PASTURE MANAGEMENT - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J., Skinner, R.H., Tracy, B.F., Deak, A. 2007. Plant species diversity, ecosystem function, and pasture management - A perspective. Canadian Journal of Plant Science. 87(3):479-487.
Survey of Total Mixed Ration Use on Pasture-based Dairy Farms in Pennsylvania and New York - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Muller, L.D. 2007. Case Study: Use of Partial Total Mixed Rations on Pasture-Based Dairy Farms in Pennsylvania and New York. Professional Animal Scientist. 23:300-307.
Meeting Nutrient Needs of Grazing Ruminants - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J. 2007. Meeting Nutrient Needs of Grazing Ruminants. Proceedings Northwest Pennsylvania Grazing Conference. p.6-10.
Incorporating A Total Mixed Ration into Pasture-Based Dairy Systems: The Best of Both Worlds? - ()
Soder, K.J. 2007. Incorporating A Total Mixed Ration into Pasture-Based Dairy Systems: The Best of Both Worlds? Northeast Pasture Consortium Meeting Fact Sheet. p.1.
Biodiverse Forage Mixtures: Can They Improve Animal and Pasture Productivity? - ()
Soder, K.J. 2007. Biodiverse Forage Mixtures: Can They Improve Animal and Pasture Productivity?[abstract]. Northeast Pasture Consortium Meeting Fact Sheet. p.1.
100% PASTURE FOR DAIRY COWS: PROFITABILITY, MILK QUALITY AND ANIMAL WELFARE - ()
Muller, L., Soder, K.J. 2007. 100% pasture for dairy cows: profitability, milk quality and animal welfare. Available: http://community-2.webtv.net/burkestwenty/PROJECTGRASS/index.html
100% PASTURE FOR DAIRY COWS: PROFITABILITY, MILK QUALITY AND ANIMAL WELFARE - ()
Muller, L., Soder, K.J. 2006. 100% pasture for dairy cows: profitability, milk quality and animal welfare. PA Project Grass. 4(6):5-7.
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF FORAGE MIXTURE PRODUCTIVITY IN PASTURES GRAZED BY DAIRY CATTLE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sanderson, M.A., Corson, M.S., Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J. 2006. Economic analysis of forage mixture productivity in pastures grazed by dairy cattle. Electronic Journal of Forage and Grazinglands. Available: http://www.plantmanagementnetwork.org/fg/.
SOIL SEEDBANK COMPOSITION IN PASTURES OF DIVERSE MIXTURES OF TEMPERATE FORAGES - (Abstract Only)
Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C., Klement, K., Soder, K.J. 2006. Soil seedbank composition in pastures of diverse mixtures of temperate forages. Agronomy Abstracts. Paper No. 266-2.
INTERACTION OF PLANT SPECIES DIVERSITY ON GRAZING BEHAVIOR AND PERFORMANCE OF LIVESTOCK GRAZING TEMPERATE REGION PASTURES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Rook, A.J., Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C. 2007. Interaction of Plant Species Diversity on Grazing Behavior and Performance of Livestock Grazing Temperate Region Pastures. Crop Science 47:416-425
EFFECT OF GYPSUM APPLICATION LEVEL TO GRASS PASTURE, GRASS HAY, AND CORN SILAGE ON FERMENTATION BY RUMEN MICROORGANISMS IN CONTINUOUS CULTURE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Saporito, L.S., Stout, W.L. 2006. Effect of gypsum application level to grass pasture, grass hay, and corn silage on fermentation by rumen microorganisms in continuous culture. Animal Feed Science And Technology. 132:331-340.
A SURVEY OF TOTAL MIXED RATION USE ON PASTURE-BASED DAIRY FARMS IN NEW YORK AND PENNSYLVANIA - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J. 2006. A survey of total mixed ration use on pasture-based dairy farms in new york and pennsylvania. Pennsylvania Grazing and Hay & Silage Conference Proceedings. P. 13-18.
INTAKE AND PERFORMANCE OF LACTATING DAIRY COWS GRAZING DIVERSE FORAGE MIXTURES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Stack, J.L., Muller, L.D. 2006. Intake and performance of lactating cows grazing diverse forage mixtures. Journal of Dairy Science. 89:2158-2167.
SWARD STRUCTURE OF SIMPLE AND COMPLEX HERBAGE MIXTURES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sanderson, M.A., Brzezinski, N., Soder, K.J., Taube, F., Klement, K.D., Muller, L.D., Wachendorf, M. 2006. Sward structure of simple and complex mixtures. Agronomy Journal. 98:238-244.
FORAGE MIXTURE PRODUCTIVITY AND BOTANICAL COMPOSITION IN PASTURES GRAZED BY DAIRY CATTLE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J., Muller, L., Klement, K.D., Skinner, R.H., Goslee, S.C. 2005. Forage mixture productivity and botanical composition in pastures grazed by dairy cattle. Agronomy Journal. 97:1465-1471.
EFFECT OF PLANT SPECIES DIVERSITY ON INTAKE AND PRODUCTIVITY OF LIVESTOCK - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J. 2005. Effect of plant species diversity on intake and productivity of livestock [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA-CSSS. Paper No. P4128.
DIVERSE FORAGE MIXTURES EFFECT ON HERBAGE YIELD, SWARD COMPOSITION, AND DAIRY CATTLE PERFORMANCE - (Proceedings)
Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J., Brzezinski, N., Goslee, S.C., Skinner, R.H., Wachendorf, M., Taube, F., Muller, L. 2005. Diverse forage mixtures effect on herbage yield, sward composition, and dairy cattle performance. In: Murphy, J. J., editor. Proceedings of a satellite workshop of the 20th International Grasslands Congress. June 26-July 1, 2005, Dublin, Ireland, p. 162.
INTAKE AND MILK PRODUCTION OF LACTATING DAIRY COWS GRAZING DIVERSE FORAGE MIXTURES OVER TWO GRAZING SEASONS - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Stack, J.L., Muller, L.D. 2005. Intake and milk production of lactating dairy cows grazing diverse forage mixtures over two grazing seasons[abstract]. In Murphy, J. J. (ed. Utilization of grazed grass in temperate animal systems, Proceedings of a satellite workshop of the XXth International Grasslands Congress. p. 164.
MANAGED GRAZING OF RIPARIAN AREAS - ()
Soder, K.J., Goslee, S.C. 2005. Managed grazing of riparian areas. Project Grass Magazine. 1(3):10-11.
SPECIES RICHNESS, SPECIES IDENTITY AND ECOSYSTEM FUNCTION IN MANAGED TEMPERATE GRASSLANDS - (Abstract Only)
Goslee, S.C., Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J. 2005. Species richness, species identity and ecosystem function in managed temperate grasslands. International Grasslands Congress. p. 162.
SWARD STRUCTURE OF SIMPLE AND COMPLEX FORAGE MIXTURES UNDER GRAZING - (Abstract Only)
Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J., Klement, K.D., Brzezinski, N., Taube, F. 2004. Sward structure of simple and complex forage mixtures under grazing[abstract]. Agronomy Abstracts. Paper No. C06-4385.
THE HIDDEN DIVERSITY OF PASTURES - (Abstract Only)
Klement, K.D., Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J. 2005. The Hidden Diversity of Pastures [abstract]. Range Management Meeting Proceedings. p.195. CDROM.
IS ROBOTIC MILKING A VIABLE OPTION? - ()
Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J. 2004. Is robotic milking a viable option?. Dairy Digest. 9:4.
USE OF NEMATODE TRAPPING FUNGI AS A BIOLOGICAL CONTROL IN GRAZING LIVESTOCK - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Holden, L.A. 0204. Review: Use of nematode-trapping fungi as a biological control in grazing livestock. Professional Animal Scientist. 21:30-37.
INFLUENCE OF RUMEN INOCULUM SOURCE ON IN VITRO DRY MATTER DIGESTIBILITY OF PASTURE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J. 2004. Influence of rumen inoculum source on in vitro dry matter digestibility of pasture. Professional Animal Scientist. 21:45-49.
THE INFLUENCE OF THE VERTICAL STRUCTURE OF GRAZED MIXED SWARDS ON DIET SELECTION OF DAIRY COWS - (Proceedings)
Taube, F., Brzezinski, N., Muller, L.D., Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J., Wachendorf, M. 2004. The influence of the vertical structure of grazed mixed swards on diet selection of dairy cows. Grassland Science in Europe. 9:635-637.
SOIL SEEDBANK COMPOSITION IN SIMPLE AND DIVERSE GRAZED PASTURE MIXES - (Proceedings)
Klement, K.D., Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J., Muller, L. 2004. Soil seedbank composition in simple and diverse grazed pasture mixes. American Forage and Grassland Council Conference Proceedings. 13. CDROM.
SPECIES RICHNESS, SPECIES IDENTITY, AND ECOSYSTEM FUNCTION IN MANAGED TEMPERATE GRASSLANDS - (Abstract Only)
Goslee, S.C., Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J. 2004. Species richness, species identity, and ecosystem function in managed temperate grasslands [abstract]. Ecological Society of America Abstracts. p. 183-184. 2004 CDROM.
CAN FORAGE MIXTURES IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY OF GRAZING DAIRY COWS? - ()
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Muller, L. 2004. Can forage mixtures improve productivity of grazing dairy cows? Project Grass Magazine. p. 8-10.
CAN FORAGE MIXTURES IMPROVE PRODUCTIVITY OF GRAZING DAIRY COWS? - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Muller, L. 2004. Can forage mixtures improve productivity of grazing dairy cows?. Pennsylvania Grazing and Forage Conference Proceedings. p. 1-5.
PLANT SPECIES DIVERSITY INFLUENCES ON FORAGE PRODUCTION AND PERFORMANCE OF DAIRY COWS ON PASTURE - (Proceedings)
Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J., Brezezinski, N., Muller, L.D., Skinner, R.H., Wachendorf, M., Taube, F., Goslee, S.C. 2004. Plant species diversity influences on forage production and performance of dairy cows on pasture. Grassland Science in Europe. 9:1-4.
SOIL SEEDBANK RICHNESS OF FOUR SEEDED PASTURE MIXES - (Abstract Only)
Klement, K.D., Sanderson, M.A., Goslee, S.C., Soder, K.J., Muller, L. 2004. Soil seedbank richness of four seeded pasture mixes [abstract]. Society for Range Management Meeting Proceedings. CDROM.
IS IT WORTH MANAGING FOR PLANT SPECIES DIVERSITY IN TEMPERATE GRAZING LANDS? - (Abstract Only)
Sanderson, M.A., Soder, K.J., Goslee, S.C., Skinner, R.H., Gustine, D.L., Comas, L.H., Adler, P.R. 2003. Is it worth managing for plant species diversity in temperate grazing lands? [abstract]. Soil and Water Conservation Society Proceedings. p. 17.
ECONOMIC IMPACT OF AUTOMATIC MILKING SYSTEMS ON DAIRY FARMS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rotz, C.A., Coiner, C.U., Soder, K.J. 2003. Economic impact of automatic milking systems on dairy farms. Journal of Dairy Science. 86(12):4167-4177.
ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF UTILIZING A TOTAL MIXED RATION IN PENNSYLVANIA GRAZING DAIRY HERDS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Rotz, C.A. 2003. Economic and environmental impact of economic and environmental impact of utilizing a total mixed ration in Pennsylvania grazing dairy herds. The Professional Animal Scientist. 19:304-311.
EFFECTS OF FORAGE DIVERSITY ON INTAKE AND PRODUCTIVITY OF GRAZING LACTATING DAIRY COWS - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Sanderson, M.A., Muller, L.D., Stack, J.L. 2003. Effect of forage diversity on intake and productivity of grazing lactating dairy cows [abstract]. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. 86(Suppl. 1):93.
CHAPTER 12. ASSESSING FORAGE MASS AND FORAGE BUDGETING - ()
Sanderson, M.A., Holden, L., Rayburn, E., Soder, K.J., Bryan, B. 2007. Assessing forage mass and forage budgeting. In: E.B. Rayburn, editor, Forage utilization for pasture-based livestock production. Natural Resource, Agriculture, and Engineering Service. Ithaca, NY. P. 20-42.
PASTURE QUALITY AND QUANTITY - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J. 2003. Pasture quality and quantity. Nutrition of Dairy Cows on Pasture-Based Systems Proceedings. p. 1-5.
PASTURING DRY COWS AND HEIFERS - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J. 2003. Pasturing dry cows and heifers. Nutrition of Dairy Cows on Pasture-Based Systems Proceedings. p. 1-8.
EFFECT OF SOIL TYPE AND FERTILIZATION LEVEL ON MINERAL CONCENTRATION OF PASTURE: RELATIONSHIP TO RUMINANT PERFORMANCE AND HEALTH - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
SODER, K.J., STOUT, W.L. EFFECT OF SOIL TYPE AND FERTILIZATION LEVEL ON MINERAL CONCENTRATION OF PASTURE: POTENTIAL RELATIONSHIP TO RUMINANT PERFORMANCE AND HEALTH. JOURNAL OF ANIMAL SCIENCE. 2003. v. 81, p. 1603-1610.
ECONOMIC IMPACT OF AUTOMATIC MILKING SYSTEMS ON DAIRY FARMS - (Proceedings)
ROTZ, C.A., COINER, C.U., SODER, K.J. ECONOMIC IMPACT OF AUTOMATIC MILKING SYSTEMS ON DAIRY FARMS. AMERICAN SOCIETY OF AGRICULTURAL ENGINEERS MEETINGS PAPERS. 2002. Paper No. 023114. 11 pp.
ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF UTILIZING A TOTAL MIXED RATION IN PENNSYLVANIA GRAZING DAIRY HERDS - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J., Rotz, C.A. 2002. Economic and environmental impacts of utilizing a total mixed ration in Pennsylvania grazing dairy herds. American Forage and Grassland Council Conference Proceedings. 11:212-216.
EFFECT OF SOIL TYPE AND FERTILIZATION LEVEL ON MINERAL CONCENTRATION OF PASTURE: RELATIONSHIP TO RUMINANT PERFORMANCE AND HEALTH - (Abstract Only)
Soder, K.J., Stout, W.L., Gburek, W.J., Folmar, G.J. Effect of Soil Type and Fertilization Level on Mineral Concentration of Pasture: Relationship to Ruminant Performance and Health. Joint Abstracts of the American Dairy Science and Society of Animal Science. Journal of Dairy Science. 2002. v. 85(Suppl.1): Abstract p. 386.
SHOULD I GROW AND FEED SOYBEANS? - ()
ROTZ, C.A., ROTH, G.W., SODER, K.J. How Soybeans fit on dairy farms?. HOARD'S DAIRYMAN. 2002.
ECONOMICS OF ROBOTIC MILKING ON A DAIRY FARM IN THE UNITED STATES - (Proceedings)
Rotz, C.A., Coiner, C.U., Soder, K.J. 2001. Economics of robotic milking on a dairy farm in the united states. Proceedings of the XXVIII International Congress of CIOSTA-CIGRV. 1:115-120.
ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS OF FOUR LEVELS OF CONCENTRATE SUPPLEMENTATION IN GRAZING DAIRY HERDS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Rotz, C.A. 2001. Economic and environmental implications of four levels of concentrate supplementation in grazing dairy herds. Journal Of Dairy Science. 2001. v.84(11). p. 2560-2572.
ECONOMIC AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPLICATIONS OF FOUR LEVELS OF CONCENTRATE SUPPLEMENTATION IN GRAZING DAIRY HERDS - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J., Rotz, C.A. 2001. Economic and environmental implications of four levels of concentrate supplementation in grazing dairy herds. American Forage And Grassland Council Proceedings. 2001. v.10. p. 171-175.
ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF A CORN AND RYE DOUBLE CROP SYSTEM ON A PENNSYLVANIA DAIRY FARM - (Proceedings)
Rotz, C.A., Soder, K.J., Roth, G.W. 2001. Environmental and economic impacts of a corn and rye double crop system on a pennsylvania dairy farm. American Forage and Grassland Conference Proceedings. 10:166-170.
SOYBEAN PRODUCTION AND USE ON PENNSYLVANIA DAIRY FARMS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
ROTZ, C.A., ROTH, G.W., SODER, K.J., SCHNABEL, R.R. SOYBEAN PRODUCTION AND USE ON PENNSYLVANIA DAIRY FARMS. AGRONOMY JOURNAL. 2001.
DRY COW NUTRITION AND THE TRANSITION COW - (Proceedings)
Soder, K.J. 2000. Dry cow nutrition and the transition cow. Pennsylvania Grazing And Forage Conference Proceedings. 2000. p. 1-4.
PREPARTUM BLOOD AND URINE PROFILES AND POSTPARTUM MILK YIELD OF GRAZING DAIRY COWS FED ANIONIC SALTS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Soder, K.J., Holden, L.A. 1999. Use of anionic salts with grazing prepartum dairy cows. Professional Animal Scientist. 15(4):278-285.