Research Project: Strategies to Manage Feed Nutrients, Reduce Gas Emissions, and Promote Soil Health for Beef and Dairy Cattle Production Systems of the Southern Great Plains

Location: Livestock Nutrient Management Research

Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon will take you to the publication reprint.)

Association of glucose metabolism and insulin resistance with feed efficiency and production traits of finishing beef steers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Foote, A.P., Salisbury, C.M., King, M.E., Rathert-Williams, A.R., Mcconnell, H.L., Beck, M.R. 2024. Association of glucose metabolism and insulin resistance with feed efficiency and production traits of finishing beef steers. Journal of Animal Science. 102. Article skae050. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skae050.

Is line-source modeling suitable for ultraviolet light application in an air cleaner duct? - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Li, P., Koziel, J.A., Yedilbayev, B., Paris, V.R., Walz, W.B., Ramirez, B.C. 2024. Is line-source modeling suitable for ultraviolet light application in an air cleaner duct?. Frontiers in Built Environment. 10:1325267. https://doi.org/10.3389/fbuil.2024.1325267.

Assessment of emissions and potential occupational exposure to carbon monoxide during biowaste composting - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sobieraj, K., Giez, K., Koziel, J.A., Bialowiec, A. 2024. Assessment of emissions and potential occupational exposure to carbon monoxide during biowaste composting. PLOS ONE. 19(3). Article e0290206. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0290206.

Technical Note: Optimization of indigestible neutral and acid detergent fiber measurement protocols - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, M.R., Griffin, M.L., Proctor, J.A., Foster, R., Long, N.S., Smith, J.K., Gouvêa, V.N. 2024. Technical Note: Optimization of indigestible neutral and acid detergent fiber measurement protocols. Applied Animal Science. 40(2):124-131. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2023-02521.

Disposal of grass clippings from sports turfs - effect of fertilization for gaseous emissions and pollution in leachate - (Pre-print Publication)
Sobol, L., Koziel, J.A., Stegenta-Dabrowska, S. 2024. Disposal of grass clippings from sports turfs - effect of fertilization for gaseous emissions and pollution in leachate. Research Square. Available: https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-3837354/v1.

Alkaline hydrolysis of poultry carcasses and health risk assessment of exposure to target volatile organic compounds - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sun, Z., Akdeniz, N., Banik, C., Koziel, J.A. 2024. Alkaline hydrolysis of poultry carcasses and health risk assessment of exposure to target volatile organic compounds. Journal of the ASABE. 67(2):141-152. https://doi.org/10.13031/ja.15744.

Can moderate-quality bermudagrass baleage be used to stretch wheat pasture? - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, P.A., Beck, M.R., Hubbell III, D., Hess, T., Foote, A.P., Gadberry, M.S., Kegley, E.B. 2024. Can moderate-quality bermudagrass baleage be used to stretch wheat pasture?. Applied Animal Science. 40(1):1-13. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2023-02466.

Environmental sustainability of livestock systems in the southeastern U.S.: Opportunities and research gaps - (Abstract Only)
Beck, M.R., Gunter, S.A., Friend, E., Moffet, C. 2024. Environmental sustainability of livestock systems in the southeastern U.S.: Opportunities and research gaps [abstract]. American Society of Animal Science Southern Section Meeting. 102(Issue Supplement 1):40. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skae019.046.

An experimental field trial investigating the use of bacteriophage and manure slurry applications in beef cattle feedlot pens for Salmonella mitigation - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Nickodem, C.A., Arnold, A.N., Beck, M.R., Bush, J.J., Gehring, K.B., Gill, J.J., Le, T., Proctor, J.A., Richeson, J.T., Scott, H.M., Smith, J.K., Taylor, T.M., Vinasco, J., Norman, K.N. 2023. An experimental field trial investigating the use of bacteriophage and manure slurry applications in beef cattle feedlot pens for Salmonella mitigation. Animals. 13(20). Article 3170. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13203170.

Assessing different sampling regimes for estimating dietary characteristics using internal markers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, M.R., Proctor, J.A., Smith, J.K., Gouvêa, V.N., Kasuske, Z.A., Foote, A.P., Gunter, S.A., Beck, P.A. 2023. Assessing different sampling regimes for estimating dietary characteristics using internal markers. Applied Animal Science. 39(6):411-422. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2023-02452.

Mitigating ammonia deposition derived from open-lot livestock facilities into Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park: State of the science - (Review Article)
Brandani, C.B., Lee, M., Auvermann, B., Parker, D.B., Casey, K., Crosman, E., Gouvea, V.N., Beck, M.R., Bush, J., Koziel, J.A., Shaw, B., Brauer, D. 2023. Mitigating ammonia deposition derived from open-lot livestock facilities into Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park: State of the science. Atmosphere. 14(10). Article 1469. https://doi.org/10.3390/atmos14101469.

Utilizing a CRISPR-Cas9 targeted foodborne pathogen antimicrobial within livestock feed: a market research perspective - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Frazier, A.N., Yang, H. 2023. Utilizing a CRISPR-Cas9 targeted foodborne pathogen antimicrobial within livestock feed: A market research perspective. Journal of Agriculture and Food Research. 14(2023). Article e100758. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jafr.2023.100758.

Effects of replacing steam-flaked corn with increasing levels of malted barley in a finishing ration on feed intake, growth performance, and enteric methane emissions of beef steers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, M.R., Proctor, J.A., Kasuske, Z., Smith, J.K., Gouvêa, V.N., Lockard, C.L., Min, B., Brauer, D.K. 2023. Effects of replacing steam-flaked corn with increasing levels of malted barley in a finishing ration on feed intake, growth performance, and enteric methane emissions of beef steers. Applied Animal Science. 39(6):525-534. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2023-02435.

U.S. manure methane emissions represent a greater contributor to implied climate warming than enteric methane emissions using the global warming potential* methodology - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, M.R., Thompson, L.R., Rowntree, J.E., Thompson, T.N., Koziel, J.A., Place, S.E., Stackhouse-Lawson, K.R. 2023. U.S. manure methane emissions represent a greater contributor to implied climate warming than enteric methane emissions using the global warming potential* methodology. Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems. 7. Article e1209541. https://doi.org/10.3389/fsufs.2023.1209541.

Assessment of emissions and potential occupational exposure to carbon monoxide during biowaste composting - (Pre-print Publication)
Sobieraj, K., Giez, K., Koziel, J.A., Bialowiec, A. 2023. Assessment of emissions and potential occupational exposure to carbon monoxide during biowaste composting. bioRxiv. Available: https://doi.org/10.1101/2023.08.06.552181.

Enteric methane emissions: where we currently stand, why we should care, and future mitigation scenarios? - (Trade Journal)
Beck, M.R., Thompson, L.R. 2023. Enteric methane emissions: where we currently stand, why we should care, and future mitigation scenarios?. Beef Magazine. July/August. Article 6.

The effect of water application on ammonia emissions from open-lot livestock-feeding surfaces - (Proceedings)
Lee, M., Brandani, C.B., Bush, J.J., Ferguson, G.B., Willis, W.M., Thompson, T.N., Gouvea, V., Casey, K.D., Parker, D.B., Koziel, J.A., Brauer, D.K., Auvermann, B.W. 2023. The effect of water application on ammonia emissions from open-lot livestock-feeding surfaces. In: 2023 ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 7-9, 2023, Omaha, Nebraska. p. 1-8. https://doi.org/10.13031/aim.223011050.

Real-time ammonia measurement system using an electrochemical sensor - (Proceedings)
Lee, M., Brandani, C.B., Bush, J.J., Ferguson, G.B., Thompson, T.N., Casey, K.D., Parker, D.B., Koziel, J.A., Brauer, D.K., Auvermann, B.W. 2023. Real-time ammonia measurement system using an electrochemical sensor. In: 2023 ASABE Annual International Meeting, July 7-9, 2023, Omaha, Nebraska. p. 1-8. https://doi.org/10.13031/aim.202301104.

Assessment of emissions and potential occupational exposure to carbon monoxide during biowaste composting - (Pre-print Publication)
Sobieraj, K., Giez, K., Koziel, J.A., Bialowiec, A. 2023. Assessment of emissions and potential occupational exposure to carbon monoxide during biowaste composting. Preprints. Available: https://doi.org/10.20944/preprints202306.1586.v1.

Sunn hemp as an alternative forage in the Texas High Plains region - (Proceedings)
O'Shaughnessy, S.A., Mosqueda, H.M., Brauer, D.K. 2023. Sunn hemp as an alternative forage in the Texas High Plains region. In: Proceedings of the 25th International Grasslands Conference, Covington, KY, May 14-18, 2023.

Enteric methane emissions: why we should care, where we currently stand, and mitigation strategies - (Proceedings)
Beck, M.R., Proctor, J.A., Long, N.S., Gouvêa, V.N., Thompson, L.R. 2023. Enteric methane emissions: why we should care, where we currently stand, and mitigation strategies. In: Proceedings of the Plains Nutrition Council Spring Conference, April 5-7, 2023, San Antonio, Texas. p. 38-49.

Effects of including a novel high-anthocyanin corn cob meal into feedlot diets on in vitro fermentation and methane emissions - (Abstract Only)
Long, N.S., Smith, J.K., Proctor, J.A., Xu, W.W., Molsbee, M.K., Gouvêa, V.N., Piñeiro, J.M., Beck, M.R. 2023. Effects of including a novel high-anthocyanin corn cob meal into feedlot diets on in vitro fermentation and methane emissions [abstract]. Plains Nutrition Council. p. 109.

Evaluation of site and extent of protein digestion of feedstuffs commonly fed in Southern Plains finishing diets - (Abstract Only)
Proctor, J.A., Beck, M.R., Kasuske, Z.A., Foster, R.C., Long, N.S., Wickersham, T.A., Gouvêa, V.N., Smith, J.K. 2023. Evaluation of site and extent of protein digestion of feedstuffs commonly fed in Southern Plains finishing diets [abstract]. Plains Nutrition Council. p. 115.

Meta-regression to develop predictive equations for urinary nitrogen excretion of lactating dairy cows - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, M.R., Marshall, C.J., Garrett, K., Campbell, T.N., Foote, A.P., Vibart, R., Pacheco, D., Gregorini, P. 2023. Meta-regression to develop predictive equations for urinary nitrogen excretion of lactating dairy cows. Animals. 13(4). Article 620. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13040620.

Biological treatment of biowaste as an innovative source of CO – the role of composting process - (Review Article)
Sobieraj, K., Stegenta-Dabrowska, S., Luo, G., Koziel, J.A., Bialowiec, A. 2023. Biological treatment of biowaste as an innovative source of CO – the role of composting process. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology. 11. Article 1126737. https://doi.org/10.3389/fbioe.2023.1126737.

Legacy phosphorus in Alabama Hartsells soil after long-term amendment with broiler litter - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Waldrip, H., Thompson, T.N., Koziel, J.A., Watts, D.B., Torbert III, H.A. 2023. Legacy phosphorus in Alabama Hartsells soil after long-term amendment with broiler litter. Journal of Environmental Quality. 52(4):897-906. https://doi.org/10.1002/jeq2.20462.

The effect of a synthetic scent on cheetah behaviour - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tommasi, A., Tredoux, A.G., Koziel, J.A., Esposito, G. 2023. The effect of a synthetic scent on cheetah behaviour. Animals. 13(3). Article 369. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13030369.

Data from: Implied climate warming contributions of enteric methane emissions are dependent on the estimate source and accounting methodology - (Database / Dataset)
Beck, M.R., Thompson, L.R., Campbell, T.N., Stackhouse-Lawson, K.A., Archibeque, S.L. 2022. Data from: Implied climate warming contributions of enteric methane emissions are dependent on the estimate source and accounting methodology. Ag Data Commons. https://doi.org/10.15482/USDA.ADC/1528344.

An all-in-one concept of a mobile system for on-farm swine depopulation, pathogen inactivation, off-site carcass disposal, and biosecure cleanup - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lee, M., Koziel, J.A., Ramirez, B.C., Chen, B., Li, Y. 2022. An all-in-one concept of a mobile system for on-farm swine depopulation, pathogen inactivation, off-site carcass disposal, and biosecure cleanup. AgriEngineering. 4(4):1184-1199. https://doi.org/10.3390/agriengineering4040074.

Evaluation of an air cleaning device equipped with filtration and UV: comparison of removal efficiency on particulate matter and viable airborne bacteria in the inlet and treated air - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Li, P., Koziel, J.A., Macedo, N., Zimmerman, J.J., Wrzesinski, D., Sobotka, E., Balderas, M., Walz, W.B., Paris, R., Lee, M., Liu, D., Yedilbayev, B., Ramirez, B.C., Jenks, W.S. 2022. Evaluation of an air cleaning device equipped with filtration and UV: comparison of removal efficiency on particulate matter and viable airborne bacteria in the inlet and treated air. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 19(23). Article 16135. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph192316135.

Effects of monensin on intake, growth performance, and health of newly-received feedlot calves - (Abstract Only)
Foster, R.C., Gouvea, V.N., Proctor, J.A., Smithyman, M.M., Beck, M.R., Long, N.S., Smith, J.K., Duff, G.C. 2023. Effects of monensin on intake, growth performance, and health of newly-received feedlot calves [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 101(Supplement 1):77-78. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skad068.091.

Effect of rumen degradable protein intake on performance, carcass quality, and methane emissions of yearling finishing steers - (Abstract Only)
Proctor, J.A., Beck, M.R., Long, N.S., Kasuske, Z.A., Foster, R.C., Castleberry, B., Hiltbrunner, B.A., Gouvea, V.N., Smith, J.K. 2023. Effect of rumen degradable protein intake on performance, carcass quality, and methane emissions of yearling finishing steers [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 101(Supplement 1):82-83. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skad068.098.

Utilizing gas flux from an automated head chamber system to estimate dietary energy values in cattle fed a finishing diet - (Abstract Only)
Proctor, J.A., Smith, J.K., Gunter, S.A., Beck, M.R. 2023. Utilizing gas flux from an automated head chamber system to estimate dietary energy values in cattle fed a finishing diet [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 101(Supplement 1):74-75. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skad068.087.

Dietary inclusion of a high-anthocyanin corn cob meal into feedlot rations reduces in vitro methane emissions - (Abstract Only)
Long, N.S., Proctor, J.A., Smith, J.K., Pineiro, J.M., Foster, R.C., Gouvea, V.N., Castleberry, B., Hiltbrunner, B.A., Xu, W.W., Molsbee, M.K., Beck, M.R. 2023. Dietary inclusion of a high-anthocyanin corn cob meal into feedlot rations reduces in vitro methane emissions [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 101(Supplement 1):71-73. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skad068.085.

Dietary and animal strategies to reduce the environmental impact of pastoral dairy systems result in altered nutraceutical profiles in milk - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Marshall, C.J., Garrett, K., Van Vliet, S., Beck, M.R., Gregorini, P. 2022. Dietary and animal strategies to reduce the environmental impact of pastoral dairy systems result in altered nutraceutical profiles in milk. Animals. 12(21). Article 2994. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani12212994.

Evaluation of an air cleaning device equipped with filtration and UV: comparison of removal efficiency on particulate matter and viable airborne bacteria in a poultry facility - (Abstract Only)
Li, P., Koziel, J.A., Macedo, N., Zimmerman, J.J., Wrzesinski, D., Sobotka, E., Balderas, M., Walz, W.B., Paris, R., Lee, M., Liu, D., Yedilbayev, B., Ramirez, B.C., Jenks, W.S. 2022. Evaluation of an air cleaning device equipped with filtration and UV: comparison of removal efficiency on particulate matter and viable airborne bacteria in a poultry facility [abstract]. Iowa Egg Industry Symposium, November 10, 2022, Ames, IA. Paper No. 5.

Implied climate warming contributions of enteric methane emissions are dependent on the estimate source and accounting methodology - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, M.R., Thompson, L., Thompson, T.N., Stackhouse-Lawson, K., Archibuque, S. 2022. Implied climate warming contributions of enteric methane emissions are dependent on the estimate source and accounting methodology. Applied Animal Science. 38(6):639-647. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2022-02344.

UV-A photocatalysis in livestock and poultry farming - (Review Article)
Lee, M., Koziel, J.A., Li, P., Jenks, W. 2022. UV-A photocatalysis in livestock and poultry farming. In Encyclopedia. https://encyclopedia.pub/entry/27264.

Chemical characterization of the marking fluid of breeding and non-breeding male cheetahs - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tommasi, A., Tredoux, A.G., Koziel, J.A., Esposito, G. 2022. Chemical characterization of the marking fluid of breeding and non-breeding male cheetahs. Animals. 12(17). Article 2284. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani12172284.

The effect of feeding a mix of condensed and hydrolysable tannins to heifers on rumen fermentation patterns, blood urea nitrogen and amino acid profile - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Marshall, C.J., Beck, M.R., Garrett, K., Castillo, A.R., Barrell, G.K., Al-Marashdeh, O., Gregorini, P. 2022. The effect of feeding a mix of condensed and hydrolysable tannins to heifers on rumen fermentation patterns, blood urea nitrogen and amino acid profile. Livestock Science. 263(2022). Article e105034. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.livsci.2022.105034.

Mitigation of air pollutants by UV-A photocatalysis in livestock and poultry farming: a mini-review - (Review Article)
Lee, M., Koziel, J.A., Li, P., Jenks, W. 2022. Mitigation of air pollutants by UV-A photocatalysis in livestock and poultry farming: a mini-review. Catalysts. 12(7). Article 782. https://doi.org/10.3390/catal12070782.

Microbial community structure from southern high plains beef cattle feedyard manure and relationship with nitrous oxide emissions - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Waldrip, H., Parker, D., Miller, S., Durso, L.M., Miller, D.N., Casey, K., Woodbury, B.L., Spiehs, M.J. 2022. Microbial community structure from southern high plains beef cattle feedyard manure and relationship with nitrous oxide emissions. Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. 5(3). Article e20292. https://doi.org/10.1002/agg2.20292.

Effects of incorporating malted barley in a finishing ration on intake, performance, and enteric methane emission of beef steers - (Abstract Only)
Beck, M.R., Proctor, J., Kasuske, Z., Smith, J.K., Gouvea, V., Lockard, C., Min, B., Brauer, D.K. 2022. Effects of incorporating malted barley in a finishing ration on intake, performance, and enteric methane emission of beef steers [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 100:146-147. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skac247.271.

Using annual forage crops to extend grazing: What are the benefits to production and livestock enterprise economics - (Abstract Only)
Beck, P.A., Coblentz, W.K., Jennings, J.J., Beck, M.R. 2022. Using annual forage crops to extend grazing: What are the benefits to production and livestock enterprise economics [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 100:89. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skac247.174.

Association of glucose metabolism with feed intake, growth, and efficiency of beef steers - (Abstract Only)
Foote, A.P., Salisbury, C., Beck, M.R., Montgomery, D., Rathert-Williams, A., King, M. 2022. Association of glucose metabolism with feed intake, growth, and efficiency of beef steers [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 100:365. https://doi.org/10.1093/jas/skac247.666.

Production systems and nutrition - (Book / Chapter)
Beck, P.A., Beck, M.R., Apple, J.K. 2023. Production systems and nutrition. In: Dikeman, M., editor. Encyclopedia of Meat Science. 3rd edition. Amsterdam, Netherlands: Elsevier. p. 629-639.

The state of the science for reducing ammonia emissions along Colorado’s Front Range: Review of kinetics and management approaches - (Abstract Only)
Brandani, C., Auvermann, B., Crosman, E., Lee, M., Brauer, D.K., Parker, D., Casey, K., Beck, M.R., Shaw, B. 2022. The state of the science for reducing ammonia emissions along Colorado’s Front Range: Review of kinetics and management approaches [abstract]. 77th Soil and Water Conservation Society International Annual Conference, July 31-August 3, 2022, Denver, Colorado. Poster No. 30.

Effects of tillage method and seeding rate of wheat pasture on forage production and calf performance - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Beck, P.A., Beck, M.R., Adams, J.M., Hubbell III, D., Hess, T., Foote, A.P., Kegley, E.B. 2022. Effects of tillage method and seeding rate of wheat pasture on forage production and calf performance. Applied Animal Science. 38(3):211-221. https://doi.org/10.15232/aas.2021-02262.

Urine and fecal excretion patterns of dairy cows divergent for milk urea nitrogen breeding values - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Marshall, C.J., Beck, M.R., Garrett, K., Barrell, G.K., Al-Marashdeh, O., Gregorino, P. 2022. Urine and fecal excretion patterns of dairy cows divergent for milk urea nitrogen breeding values. Journal of Dairy Science. 105(5):4218-4236. https://doi.org/10.3168/jds.2021-21490.