Offered Papers Theme A: Efficient Production from Grassland

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	Grassland in Ireland and the UK Myles Rath, University College Dublin, Ireland S. Peel, Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs, UK
	Rising Demand for Meat and Milk in Developing Countries: Implications for Grasslands-Based Livestock Production² C. L. Delgado, International Food Policy Research Institute
	Improving the Quality of Products from Grassland Nigel D. Scollan, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. J. Dewhurst, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. P. Moloney, Teagasc, Ireland J. J. Murphy, Teagasc, Ireland
	Grass and Forage Improvement: Temperate Forages Chris J. Pollock, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. O. Humphreys, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Effects of Forage Chicory (Cichorium Intybus) On Farmed Deer Growth and Internal Parasitism S. O. Hoskin, Massey University, New Zealand P. R. Wilson, Massey University, New Zealand W. E. Pomroy, Massey University, New Zealand T. N. Barry, Massey University, New Zealand
	The Impact of the Level of Feed-On-Offer Available to Merino Ewes During Winter-Spring on the Wool Production of Their Progeny as Adults Chris Oldham, Bentley Delivery Centre, Australia M. Ferguson, Department of Primary Industries, Australia B. Paganoni, Bentley Delivery Centre, Australia A. Thompson, Department of Primary Industries, Australia G. Kearney, Department of Primary Industries, Australia M. A. van Burgel, Bentley Delivery Centre, Australia
	Phenotype X Herbage Allowance Interactions in Reproduction of First Calf Heifers Grazing Semiarid Rangeland J. W. Holloway, Texas A&M University B. G. Warrington, Texas A&M University M. K. Owens, Texas A&M University
	Effect of Strain of Holstein-Friesian Cow and Feed System on Reproductive Performance in Seasonal-Calving Milk Production Systems Over Four Years B. Horan, Teagasc, Ireland J. F. Mee, Teagasc, Ireland Myles Rath, University College Dublin, Ireland P. O'Connor, Teagasc, Ireland P. Dillon, Teagasc, Ireland
	Milk Production Potential of Different Dairy Pasture Types in Southern Australia J. Tharmaraj, University of Melbourne, Australia D. F. Chapman, University of Melbourne, Australia Z. N. Nie, Department of Primary Industries, Australia A. P. Lane, University of Melbourne, Australia
	A Survey of European Regional Adaptation in Italian Ryegrass Varieties T. J. Gilliland, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for Northern Ireland, UK A. J. P. van Wijk, Centre for Genetic Resources, The Netherlands
	Breeding of CMS-F1-Hybrids in Lolium Perenne With Improved Nitrogen Use Efficiency W. Luesink, NPZ, Germany B. Ingwersen, NPZ, Germany L. Wolters, Zelder B.V, The Netherlands J. De Riek, CLO-Ghent, Belgium
	Variability in Quantity and Composition of Water Soluble Carbohydrates Among Irish Accessions and European Varieties of Perennial Ryegrass S. McGrath, Teagasc, Ireland S. Barth, Teagasc, Ireland A. Frohlich, Teagasc, Ireland M. Francioso, Teagasc, Ireland S. A. Lamorte, Teagasc, Ireland T. R. Hodkinson, University of Dublin, Ireland
	Varietal Differences in Perennial Ryegrass for Fructan Metabolism and Their Relationship to Grazing Tolerance B. Lasseur, Université de Caen, France J. Lothier, Université de Caen, France A. Morvan-Bertrand, Université de Caen, France M. O. Humphreys, IGER, UK M. P. Prud'homme, Université de Caen, France
	The Seasonal Botanical Composition, Calcium and Phosphorus Content of Kikuyu Oversown With Ryegrass and Clover Philip R. Botha, Agriculture Western Cape, South Africa Robin Meeske, Agriculture Western Cape, South Africa Hennie A. Snyman, University of the Free State, South Africa
	The Seasonal Dry Matter Production and Carrying Capacity of Kikuyu Oversown With Ryegrass and Clover Philip R. Botha, Western Cape Department of Agriculture, South Africa Robin Meeske, Western Cape Department of Agriculture, South Africa Hennie A. Snyman, University of the Free State, South Africa
	Cattle Production From Native Pastures in the Semi-Humid Grasslands of Uganda S. Okello, Makerere University, Uganda Elly N. Sabiiti, Makerere University, Uganda
	Variability and Correlations of Some Investigated Traits of Perennial Ryegrass Populations D. Sokolovic, Institute Serbia, Serbia S. Ignjatovic, Institute Serbia, Serbia Z. Tomic, Institute for Animal Husbandry, Serbia
	A Quantitative Trait Locus Analysis of Root Distribution in Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium Perenne L.) Marty J. Faville, AgResearch, New Zealand James R. Crush, AgResearch, New Zealand H. S. Easton, AgResearch, New Zealand
	The Feasibility of Autoclave-Assisted Water Soluble Carbohydrate Extraction to Distinguish Annual Ryegrass Genotypes at the Seedling Stage L. P. Passos, EMBRAPA, Brazil F. B. de Sousa, EMBRAPA, Brazil A. Mittelmann, EMBRAPA, Brazil M. C. Vidigal, EMBRAPA, Brazil I. G. Perry, EMBRAPA, Brazil L. O. Cruz, EMBRAPA, Brazil J. A. Magalhães, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Morphological Characteristic to Discriminate Festulolium Hybrids (Festuca Pratensis × Lolium Perenne) Mariusz Kulik, Agricultural University of Lublin, Poland Z. Zwierzykowski, Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland W. Jokś, Szelejewo Plant Breeding Ltd., Poland
	Introgression Breeding for Improvement of Winter Hardiness in Lolium /Festuca Complex Using Androgenenesis T. Yamada, National Agricultural Research Center for Hokkaido Region, Japan Y. D. Guo, China Agricultural University, China Y. Mizukami, Aichi Agricultural Research Center, Japan
	Germplasm Collection and Dry Matter Production of Mongolian Forage Plants D. Tsogoo, Animal Husbandry Research Institute, Mongolia Sh. Batsukh, Animal Husbandry Research Institute, Mongolia
	Genetic Engineering for Breeding for Drought Resistance and Salt Tolerance in Agropyron Spp. (Wheatgrass) Fugui Mi, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China Jinfeng Yun, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China Xiuwen Huo, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
	Genetic Structure of Mongolian Wheatgrass (Agroypron Mongolicum Keng) In Inner Mongolia of China Y. Jinfeng, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China Mengli Zhao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China X. Xinmin, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China
	Divergent Breeding for Tiller Digestibility Modified Leaf, Sheath, and Stem Composition of Switchgrass (Panicum Virgatum L.) K. P. Vogel, USDA-ARS G. Sarath, USDA-ARS R. Mitchell, USDA-ARS
	Geographic Patterns in the Genetic Diversity of Elymus Species From Qinghai-Tibetan and Inner Mongolian Plateau Xuebing Yan, Zhengzhou College of Animal Husbandry, China Yuxia Guo, Henan Agriculture University, China Z. He, China Agricultural University, China W. Kun, China Agricultural University, China
	Stem Anatomy of Switchgrass Plants Developed by Divergent Breeding Cycles for Tiller Digestibility G. Sarath, USDA-ARS K. P. Vogel, USDA-ARS R. Mitchell, USDA-ARS L. M. Baird, University of San Diego
	Effect of Urea-Treated Pennisetum Pedicellatum and Supplementation of Concentrates With Urea on Milk Production of "Mossi" Ewes V. M. C. Bougouma-Yameogo, Polytechnic University of Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso A. J. Nianogo, Polytechnic University of Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso
	Participatory Collection of Forage Species in Uruguay Mónica Rebuffo, INIA, Uruguay Federico Condon, INIA, Uruguay María José Cuitiño, INIA, Uruguay
	Effects of a Recurrent Selection Scheme, Applied to an Interspecific Hybrid Pennisetum Purpureum Schum. (Elephantgrass) x Pennisetum Glaucum (L.) R. Br. Stuntz (Pearl Millet), on Several Seed Quality Parameters R. Usberti, Plant Protection Agency, Brazil J. A. Usberti Jr., Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil R. H. Aguiar, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil L. M. T. A. Carneiro, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil J. B. Fantinati, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil F. G. Francisco, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil
	Thoughts on Breeding for Increased Forage Yield E. C. Brummer, Iowa State University
	Leaves of High Yielding Perennial Ryegrass Contain Less Aggregated Rubisco than S23 A. Kingston-Smith, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK P. W. Wilkins, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Molecular Clone of the Na⁺/H⁺ Antiporter Gene AtNHX1 and Study of Transgenic Salt Tolerant Lucerne Q. Yang, Beijing Agricultural College, China H. Zhou, China Agricultural University, China Y. N. Tongquan, Beijing Agricultural College, China
	The Genetic Charactaristic of Salt Tolerance at the Stage of Seed Germination in Lucerne H. Zhou, China Agricultural University, China Q. Yang, Beijing Agricultural College, China
	Persistence and Yield of Ten Lucerne Cultivars Under Dryland and Heavy Continuous Grazing in the Western Cape Province of South Africa J. M. van Heerden, ARC Range & Forage Institute, South Africa
	Aluminum Tolerance in the Model Legume Medicago Truncatula M. K. Sledge, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation B. Narasimhamoorthy, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, USA P. Pechter, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation J. H. Bouton, The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation
	Genetic Variability in Different Lucerne (Medicago Sativa) Genotypes V. Mikić, Institute Serbia, Centre for Forage Crops, Serbia and Montenegro J. Radović, Institute Serbia, Centre for Forage Crops, Serbia and Montenegro Z. Lugić, Institute Serbia, Centre for Forage Crops, Serbia and Montenegro D. Lazarević, Institute Serbia, Centre for Forage Crops, Serbia and Montenegro
	Factor Analysis of Components of Yield and Quality Traits in Lucerne (Medicago Sativa) A. A. Jafari, Scientific Boards of Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, Iran A. Ghamari Zare, Scientific Boards of Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, Iran
	Evaluation of Lucerne Cultivars for Dry Matter and Seed Production in Latvia S. Rancane, Skriveri Research Centre of LUA, Latvia M. Sparnina, Skriveri Research Centre of LUA, Latvia
	Relationships Between Nitrogenase Activity, Dry Forage and Water Soluble Carbohydrates Content of Selected Red Clover Genotypes T. Simon, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic H. Jakesova, Plant Breeding Station, Czech Republic
	Evaluation of a White Clover Variety With Increased Resistance to Stem Nematode (Ditylenchus Dipsaci) Under Sheep Grazing and Cutting T. A. Williams, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK K. A. Mizen, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK P. Olyott, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. Cook, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Breeding White Clover With Improved Tolerance of Nitrogen Fertiliser T. A. Williams, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK P. Olyott, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Forage Quality of White Clover (Trifolium Repens L.) X Caucasian Clover (T.ambiguum Bieb.) Hybrids Over Three Harvest Years T. P. T. Michaelson-Yeates, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. H. Marshall, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK T. A. Williams, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK P. Olyott, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK H. G. Powell, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Forage Quality of White Clover (Trifolium Repens L.) X Ball Clover (T.nigrescens Viv.) Hybrids Over Three Harvest Years T. P. T. Michaelson-Yeates, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. H. Marshall, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK T. A. Williams, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK H. G. Powell, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK P. Olyott, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	New Approaches to Clover Breeding M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK T. A. Williams, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK T. P. T. Michaelson-Yeates, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. H. Marshall, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK C. Jones, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK E. Sizer-Coverdale, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. P. Collins, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Quantifying the Variation in Protein Content in White Clover (Trifolium Repens L.) A. H. Marshall, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK E. Sizer, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. Kingston-Smith, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. Williams, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Quantitative Trait Locus Analysis of Morphogenetic and Developmental Traits in an Ssr and Aflp-Based Genetic Map of White Clover (Trifolium Repens L.) M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK N. O. I. Cogan, La Trobe University, Australia K. F. Smith, Hamilton Centre, Australia G. Kearney, Hamilton Centre, Australia A. H. Marshall, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. Williams, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK T. P. T. Michaelson-Yeates, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK C. Bowen, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK E. S. Jones, Pioneer Hi-Bred International A. C. Vecchies, La Trobe University, Australia J. W. Forster, La Trobe University, Australia
	Evaluation of White Clover Breeding Lines in the Australasian Region Mohamed Z. Z. Jahufer, AgResearch, New Zealand D. R. Woodfield, AgResearch, New Zealand J. L. Ford, AgResearch, New Zealand K. H. Widdup, AgResearch, New Zealand J. F. Ayres, New South Wales Department of Primary Industries, Australia L. A. Lane, New South Wales Department of Primary Industries, Australia
	Improving the Utilisation of Germplasm of Trifolium Spumosum L. By the Development of a Core Collection Using Ecogeographical and Molecular Techniques K. Ghamkhar, University of Western Australia, Australia R. Snowball, University of Western Australia, Australia S. J. Bennett, University of Western Australia, Australia
	Concurrent Selection for Low Coumarin and Multi-Stemmed Crowns in Annual Sweetclover Gerald R. Smith, Texas A&M University G. W. Evers, Texas A&M University
	Analysis of Genetic Diversity in White Clover (Trifolium Repens) Breeding Populations Using Agro-Morphological and RAPD Markers T. R. Sharma, CSK H.P. Agricultural University, India S. Singh, CSK H.P. Agricultural University, India R. Rathour, CSK H.P. Agricultural University, India S. K. Sharma, CSK H.P. Agricultural University, India
	Breeding Lotus Australis Andrews for Low Cyanide Content D. Real, University of Western Australia, Australia G. A. Sandral, Wagga Wagga Agricultural Institute, Australia J. Warden, University of Western Australia, Australia L. Nutt, University of Western Australia, Australia R. Bennett, University of Western Australia, Australia D. Kidd, University of Western Australia, Australia
	Development of High-Yielding and Early-Maturing Korean Hairy Vetch C. N. Shin, Keimyung College, South Korea K. H. Ko, Keimyung College, South Korea
	New Pigeon Pea (Cajanus Cajan) Hybrids With Desirable Forage Traits P. B. Alcantara, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil J. A. Usberti Jr., Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil C. A. Colombo, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil V. B. G. Alcantara, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil R. Usberti, Plant Protection Agency, Brazil M. A. C. Lucena, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil M. Harris, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil
	Agronomic Characteristics of Novi Sad Winter Vetch Cultivars V. Mihailović, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro A. Mikić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro B. Ćupina, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro S. Vasiljević, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro D. Milić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro
	Genetic Variability of Yield and Its Components in Winter Forage Pea Cultivars V. Mihailović, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro A. Mikić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro Đ. Karagić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro S. Katić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro I. Pataki, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia and Montenegro
	Physical and Quality Seed Traits Observed in New Pigeon Pea (Cajanus Cajan) Hybrids R. Usberti, Plant Protection Agency, Brazil J. A. Usberti Jr., Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil R. H. Aguiar, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil F. C. Simoes, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil F. N. Cavalcante, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil M. Harris, Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil Maria T. Colozza, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil J. C. T. Freitas, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil
	Breeding a Psyllid-Resistant Interspecific Hybrid Leucaena for Beef Cattle Production in Northern Australia Scott A. Dalzell, The University of Queensland, Australia F. Lemos de Moraes, The University of Queensland, Australia G. Solis Pasos, The University of Queensland, Australia
	Assessment of Inter-Specific Diversity of the Hedysarum Genus in Tunisia S. Marghali, Faculté des Sciences de Tunis, Tunisia H. Chennaoui, Faculté des Sciences de Tunis, Tunisia M. Marrakchi, Faculté des Sciences de Tunis, Tunisia N. Trifi-Farah, Faculté des Sciences de Tunis, Tunisia
	Small Leaf Mid-Rib Xylem Related to Leaf Freeze Tolerance Trait in Bahia (Paspalum Notatum Flugge) Grass Lines J. W. Breman, Union County Extension Office A. R. Blount, North Florida Research & Education Center T. R. Sinclair, North Florida Research & Education Center
	Development and Evaluation of Pennisetum Purpureum Mutants Through Irradiation With ⁶⁰Co R. S. Herrera, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba M. García, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba R. Tuero, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba A. M. Cruz, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba A. Romero, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba N. Fraga, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
	Yield and Quality Parameters of an Interspecific Hybrid Pennisetum Purpureum Schum. (Elephant-Grass) X Pennisetum Glaucum (L.) R. Br. Stuntz (Pearl Millet) J. A. Usberti Jr., Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil R. Usberti, Plant Protection Agency, Brazil P. B. Alcantara, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil V. B. G. Alcantara, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil R. A. Possenti, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil M. A. C. Lucena, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil
	Body Temperature in Free-Roaming Beef Cattle T. L. Mader, University of Nebraska S. L. Colgan, University of Nebraska
	Effects of Supplementary Concentrate Level and Separate or Mixed Feeding of Grass Silage and Concentrates on Rumen Fluid Composition in Steers J. Caplis, Teagasc, Ireland M. G. Keane, Teagasc, Ireland F. P. O'Mara, University College, Ireland
	Constraints on Dairy Cattle Production From Locally Available Forages in Bangladesh M. A. S. Khan, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Bangladesh
	The Rostock Energetic Feed Evaluation on the Base of Net Energy W. Jentsch, Oskar-Kellner-Institute of Animal Nutrition, Germany A. Chudy, Oskar-Kellner-Institute of Animal Nutrition, Germany M. Beyer, Oskar-Kellner-Institute of Animal Nutrition, Germany S. Kuhla, Oskar-Kellner-Institute of Animal Nutrition, Germany
	Mixed Fattening of Steers and Lambs on Improved Grasslands in Uruguay: II. Animal Performance and Productivity D. F. Risso, INIA, Uruguay Fabio Montossi, INIA, Uruguay E. J. Berretta, INIA, Uruguay R. Cuadro, INIA, Uruguay I. De Barbieri, INIA, Uruguay R. San Julián, INIA, Uruguay A. Dighiero, INIA, Uruguay A. Zarza, INIA, Uruguay
	Mixed Fattening of Steers and Lambs on Improved Grasslands in Uruguay: I. Pasture Performance D. F. Risso, INIA, Uruguay Fabio Montossi, INIA, Uruguay E. J. Berretta, INIA, Uruguay R. Cuadro, INIA, Uruguay I. De Barbieri, INIA, Uruguay R. San Julián, INIA, Uruguay A. Dighiero, INIA, Uruguay A. Zarza, INIA, Uruguay
	Animal Unit of Sheep (Zel Breed) Grazing in Mazandaran Grasslands in Iran Hossein Arzani, University of Tehran, Iran Reza Erfanzadeh, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran S. Farazmand, Tarbiat Modares University, Iran
	Effect of Time Spent on Pasture on Milk Production and Quality in Latxa Dairy Sheep A. Garcia-Rodriguez, NEIKER, Spain N. Mandaluniz, NEIKER, Spain L. M. Oregui, NEIKER, Spain
	Spring Calving Suckler Beef Systems: Influence of Grassland Management System on Herbage Availability, Utilisation, Quality and Cow and Calf Performance to Weaning M. J. Drennan, Teagasc, Grange Research Centre, Ireland M. McGee, Teagasc, Ireland S. Kyne, Teagasc, Ireland B. O'Neill, Teagasc, Ireland
	Effect of a Summer Period at Pasture on the Performance of Young Bulls Offered Concentrates Ad Libitum R. J. Fallon, Teagasc, Ireland M. G. Keane, Teagasc, Ireland
	A Comparison of a Full Time Grazing and a Partial Storage Feeding System, for Dairy Cows C. P. Ferris, Agricultural Research Institute of Northern Ireland D. C. Patterson, Agricultural Research Institute of Northern Ireland
	The Effects of a High Grass Input Feeding System Compared to High Concentrate Input Feeding System Offered to Spring Calving Dairy Cows in Early Lactation E. Kennedy, Teagasc, Ireland M. O'Donovan, Teagasc, Ireland J. P. Murphy, Teagasc, Ireland F. P. O'Mara, National University of Ireland Dublin, Ireland L. Delaby, INRA, France
	Productivity of Sahiwal and Friesian-Sahiwal Crossbreds in Marginal Grasslands of Kenya W. B. Muhuyi, National Animal Husbandry Research Centre, Kenya F. B. Lukibisi, National Animal Husbandry Research Centre, Kenya S. N. ole Sinkeet, National Animal Husbandry Research Centre, Kenya
	New Advance in Forage Production and Dairy Industry in China Zhiqiang Q. Li, China Agricultural University, China J. G. Han, China Agricultural University, China
	Urea Molasses Multi-Nutrient Block (UMMB) as a Feed Supplement: Effect on Reducing Liveweight Losses in Yaks During the Cold Season of Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau, China R. J. Long, Gansu Agricultural University, China S. K. Dong, Gansu Agricultural University, China X. H. Wei, Gansu Agricultural University, China J. P. Wu, Gansu Agricultural University, China
	West African Dwarf Goat Response to Supplementary Feeding in Cameroon E. Tedonkeng Pamo, University of Dschang, Cameroon B. Boukila, Université des Sciences et Techniques de Masuku, Gabon F. Tendonkeng, University of Dschang, Cameroon J. R. Kana, University of Dschang, Cameroon
	Effect of Supplementation on Performance and Faecal Particle Size Distribution for Yearling Horses and Weaned Calves Grazing Coastal Bermudagrass F. M. Rouquette Jr., Texas A&M University K. N. Grigsby, Texas A&M University D. K. Hansen, Texas A&M University G. D. Potter, Texas A&M University W. C. Ellis, Texas A&M University
	Suitability of Selenate Containing Silage Additives for the Supply of Beef Cattle Harald Laser, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Germany
	Weight Gain of Nellore X Red Angus, Holstein X Zebu, and Nellore Steers Supplemented on Brachiaria Brizantha CV. Marandú Pasture R. A. Reis, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil D. Freitas, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil F. L. Fregadolli, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil L. M. A. Bertipaglia, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil T. T. Berchielli, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil K. T. de Resende, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil D. S. Ferreira, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil A. G. Caselli, Universidade Estadual Paulista, Brazil
	Effect of Potato Pulp Silage Supplementation on Milk Production in Cows Grazing Temperate Pasture Masaaki Hanada, Obihiro University, Japan Y. Aibibula, Obihiro University, Japan D. Okumura, Obihiro University, Japan Meiji Okamoto, Obihiro University, Japan
	Whole Crop Cereal Silage in Dairy Production J. Wallsten, Dept. of Agricultural Research for Northern Sweden, Sweden L. Ericson, Dept. of Agricultural Research for Northern Sweden, Sweden K. Martinsson, Dept. of Agricultural Research for Northern Sweden, Sweden
	Supplementing Dairy Cows in Late Lactation With High Quality Silages Todd A. White, AgResearch, New Zealand Trevor L. Knight, AgResearch, New Zealand M. G. Hyslop, Heinz-Wattie's Ltd, New Zealand Tom J. Fraser, AgResearch, New Zealand
	Goose Meat Production Responses to Grass Based Diets P. Gyüre, University of Debrecen, Hungary G. Nagy, University of Debrecen, Hungary S. Mihók, University of Debrecen, Hungary
	Sustainability of Beef, Dairy and Goat Production With Batiki Grass (Ischaemum Aristatum Var. Indicum) in the Dry Season in Samoa E. M. Aregheore, The University of the South Pacific, Fiji
	Urea Applied to Puccinellia-Based Pastures Increases Pasture and Sheep Production M. L. Hebart, Struan Agricultural Centre, Australia N. J. Edwards, Struan Agricultural Centre, Australia A. D. Craig, Struan Agricultural Centre, Australia E. A. Abraham, Struan Agricultural Centre, Australia J. D. McFarlane, Struan Agricultural Centre, Australia J. E. Hocking Edwards, Struan Agricultural Centre, Australia
	The Impact of Tillage System for Small-Grain Pasture Establishment on the Performance of Growing Beef Calves in Arkansas P. Beck, University of Arkansas S. Gunter, University of Arkansas M. Anders, Rice Research & Extension Center K. Lusby, AFLS D. Hubbell, Livestock & Forestry Branch Station
	Economic Comparison of Pasture Based Lamb Production Systems in Southern Australia A. J. Kennedy, Department of Primary Industries, Australia A. N. Thompson, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
	Agronomic Performance and Genetic Variability of Panicum Maximum Accessions in the Cerrado of Federal District, Brazil F. D. Fernandes, EMBRAPA, Brazil G. B. Martha Jr., EMBRAPA, Brazil Fabio G. Faleiro, EMBRAPA, Brazil Allan K. B. Ramos, EMBRAPA, Brazil R. P. Andrade, EMBRAPA, Brazil Claudio T. Karia, EMBRAPA, Brazil Lourival Vilela, EMBRAPA, Brazil Liana Jank, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Year-Round Grazing of Beef Cows on Pangolagrass (Digitaria Decumbens Cv.Transvala) Pasture in Southern Area of Japan Yuji Nakanishi, National Agricultural Research Center, Japan Kiyoshi Hirano, National Agricultural Research Center, Japan A. Shouji, National Agricultural Research Center, Japan
	Liveweight Gain of Lambs Grazing Six Short-Term Ryegrass Cultivars W. W. Nichol, Wrightson Research, New Zealand M. G. Norriss, Wrightson Research, New Zealand
	The Seasonal Nutritional Value of Kikuyu Oversown With Ryegrass and Clover Robin Meeske, Western Cape Department of Agriculture, South Africa Philip R. Botha, Western Cape Department of Agriculture, South Africa Hennie A. Snyman, University of the Free State, South Africa
	The Evaluation of Kikuyu Oversown With Ryegrass and Clover in Terms of Milk Production Robin Meeske, Western Cape Department of Agriculture, South Africa Philip R. Botha, Western Cape Department of Agriculture, South Africa Hennie A. Snyman, University of the Free State, South Africa
	Hybrids Between Meadow and Smooth Bromegrass: A New Forage Crop for Canada B. E. Coulman, Saskatoon Research Centre, Canada Y. S. N. Ferdinandez, Saskatoon Research Centre, Canada
	Grazing Effects on Genetic Diversity of Festuca Campestris Rydb. And Stipa Grandis L. On the Native Grasslands in Canada and China, Respectively M. Zhao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Inner Mongolia Walter D. Willms, Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canada B. Han, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Inner Mongolia G. Han, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Inner Mongolia
	Grazing Effects on the Seed Pool of Stipa Krylovii and Its Genetic Diversity in Relationship to the Plant Population on a Typical Steppe Community in Inner Mongolia B. Han, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Inner Mongolia M. Zhao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, Inner Mongolia Walter D. Willms, Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canada
	Forage Yield and Nutritive Value of 30 Cultivars of Maize for Silage in the Highland Valleys of Central Mexico G. Tovar, INIFAP, Mexico J. L. Arellano, INIFAP, Mexico M. E. Sosa, Universidad Autónoma de Chapingo, Mexico C. Sánchez, Universidad Autónoma de Chapingo, Mexico H. P. Pérez, INIFAP, Mexico E. Vera, INIFAP, Mexico U. M. Vera, Universidad Autónoma de Chapingo, Mexico J. I. Vázquez, Universidad Autónoma de Chapingo, Mexico
	Antioxidative Activities of Alfalfa and Timothy Varieties J. K. Lee, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea H. S. Park, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea J. G. Kim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea B. H. Paek, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea J. H. Fike, Virginia Tech University
	Lipid Oxidation and Sensory Characteristics of Grass-Fed Beef: Effect of Duration of Grazing Prior to Slaughter A. P. Moloney, Teagasc, Ireland F. Noci, Teagasc, Ireland F. J. Monahan, University College Dublin, Ireland G. E. Nute, University of Bristol, UK R. I. Richardson, University of Bristol, UK
	Effects of Supplementary Concentrate Level and Separate or Mixed Feeding of Grass Silage and Concentrates on Carcass Tissue Composition in Steers J. Caplis, Teagasc, Ireland M. G. Keane, Teagasc, Ireland F. P. O'Mara, University College Dublin, Ireland
	Growth Characteristics of Ecotype Superior Line of Bermudagrass and Development of Its rDNA Markers Y. W. Rim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea K. Y. Kim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea M. J. Kim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea B. R. Sung, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea Y. C. Lim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea E. S. Chung, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea
	Effects of Supplementary Concentrate Level and Separate or Mixed Feeding of Grass Silage and Concentrates on Carcass Tissue Colour Traits in Steers J. Caplis, Teagasc, Ireland M. G. Keane, Teagasc, Ireland A. P. Moloney, Teagasc, Ireland F. P. O'Mara, University College Dublin, Ireland
	The Effect of Post-Weaning Management on the Physico-Chemical and Textural Quality of Beef From Bulls and Steers M. Oliván, SERIDA, Spain P. García, SERIDA, Spain M. J. Martínez, SERIDA, Spain M. Mocha, SERIDA, Spain A. Martínez, SERIDA, Spain P. Castro, SERIDA, Spain K. Osoro, SERIDA, Spain
	Utilizing Forages to Program Steer Growth Patterns to Achieve Consistent Quality Beef B. G. Warrington, Texas Agriculture Experiment Station J. W. Holloway, Texas A&M University R. K. Miller, Texas A&M University H. Lippke, Texas A&M University
	Processing Quality of Organic and Conventional Milks From Irish Pasture Based Systems B. O'Brien, Teagasc, Ireland P. Murphy, Teagasc, Ireland N. Culleton, Teagasc, Ireland P. O'Connor, Teagasc, Ireland
	Quantitative and Qualitative Characteristics of the Loin of Grazing Lambs From Different Production Systems Alda L. G. Monteiro, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil C. H. E. C. Poli, Embrapa Pecuária Sul, Brazil G. J. Bosquetto, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil T. D. M. Ribeiro, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil O. R. Prado, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil Maria Angela M. Fernandes, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil C. Gasperin, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil
	Effect of Perennial Ryegrass Cultivars on the Fatty Acid Composition in Milk of Stall-Fed Cows Anjo Elgersma, University of Ghent, Belgium H. J. Smit, Wageningen University, The Netherlands G. Ellen, NIZO Food Research, The Netherlands S. Tamminga, Wageningen University, The Netherlands
	Finishing Effect on Fatty Acid Profile of Intramuscular Fat in Extensively Reared Steers N. Aldai, SERIDA, Spain B. E. Murray, Teagasc, Ireland A. I. Nájera, Universidad del País Vasco, Spain K. Osoro, SERIDA, Spain
	Traditional Cattle Feeding Stuffs: Fatty Acid Profile A. M. Peres, Escola Superior Agrária de Bragança, Portugal L. Dias, Escola Superior Agrária de Bragança, Portugal J. Sá Morais, Escola Superior Agrária de Bragança, Portugal F. Sousa, Escola Superior Agrária de Bragança, Portugal J. M. Pires, Escola Superior Agrária de Bragança, Portugal
	Content, Pattern and Esterification of Fatty Acids in Fresh Grass in Relation to Extraction Solvents and Sample Storage Conditions Marta Lourenço, Ghent University, Belgium Veerle Fievez, Ghent University, Belgium
	Effect of Feeding L-Carnitine and Sunflower Seeds on CLA Content of Pasture-Fed Beef S. L. Scott, Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canada W. P. McCaughey, Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canada K. E. Buckley, Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canada
	Effects of Grassland Management on Herbage Lipid Composition and Consequences for Fatty Acids in Milk Anjo Elgersma, University of Ghent, Belgium P. Maudet, Wageningen University, The Netherlands I. Witkowska, Wageningen University, The Netherlands A. C. Wever, Wageningen University, The Netherlands
	An In Vitro Investigation of Forage Factors Which Affect the Production of Conjugated Linoleic Acid and Trans Vaccenic Acid in the Rumen. II. Wilting & Cell Damage Michael R. F. Lee, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK J. K. S. Tweed, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK Nigel D. Scollan, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. J. Dewhurst, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Effect of Applied Biosolids to Bahiagrass Pastures on Copper Status of Cattle M. E. Tiffany, University of Florida L. R. McDowell, University of Florida G. A. O'Connor, University of Florida N. S. Wilkinson, University of Florida
	Preliminary Performance of Panicum Maximum Accessions and Hybrids in Brazil Liana Jank, EMBRAPA, Brazil Rosangela M. S. Resende, EMBRAPA, Brazil S. Calixto, EMBRAPA, Brazil M. M. Gontijo Neto, EMBRAPA, Brazil V. A. Laura, EMBRAPA, Brazil Manuel C. M. Macedo, EMBRAPA, Brazil Cacilda B. do Valle, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Genetic and Molecular Characterization of Temperate and Tropical Forage Maize Inbred Lines B. Alarcón-Zúñiga, Universidad Autonoma Chapingo, Mexico E. Valadez-Moctezuma, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico T. Cervantes-Martinez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico T. Cervantes-Santana, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico M. Mendoza‐Rodriguez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico
	Development of a Bahiagrass Paspalum Notatum Flugge With Increased Short-Day Biomass P. Mislevy, University of Florida Ann R. Blount, University of Florida T. R. Sinclair, USDA, Agricultural Research Service
	Animal Performance and Productivity of New Ecotypes of Brachiaria Brizantha in Brazil Valéria P. B. Euclides, EMBRAPA, Brazil Manuel C. M. Macedo, EMBRAPA, Brazil Cacilda B. do Valle, EMBRAPA, Brazil R. Flores, EMBRAPA, Brazil M. P. Oliveira, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Differential Behaviour of Guineagrass (Panicum Maximum Jacq.) Hybrids, With Different Al⁺³ Reactions, as to Major Nutrient Translocations to the Leaves R. S. Paterniani, Sao Paulo State University, Brazil J. A. Usberti Jr., Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil J. C. Werner, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil
	Critical Analysis of Tropical Forage Breeding in Brazil J. A. Usberti Jr., Campinas Agronomic Institute, Brazil P. B. Alcantara, Zootecnia Institute, Brazil
	Hymenachne Amplexicaluis [(Rudge) Nees] Genetic Resources Collection in México, a Suitable Grass for Flood Plains in Tropical Areas J. F. Enriquez-Quiroz, INIFAP, Mexico A. R. Quero-Carrillo, INIFAP, Mexico J. Perez-Perez, INIFAP, Mexico A. Hernandez-Garay, INIFAP, Mexico E. Garcia-Moya, INIFAP, Mexico
	Annual Forage Legume Response to Herbicides Labelled for Lucerne Establishment Twain J. Butler, Noble Foundation R. Bow, Noble Foundation J. P. Muir, Noble Foundation
	Effect of Utilisation Date on the Yield and Quality of a Semi-Natural Grass Stand in Winter Jiří Skládanka, Mendel University in Brno, Czech Republic
	Breeding and Evaluation of Forage Soyabeans T. E. Devine, Beltsville Agricultural Research Center
	A Grazing Method to Solve the Lack of Pastures in the Dry Season of Tropical Areas with Long Periods of Drought R. O. Martinez, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba R. Tuero, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba M. F. Díaz, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
	Comparing Yield and Quality of Milk from Dairy Cows Fed Stockpiled Annual Ryegrass (Lolium Multiflorum L.) and Cereal Rye (Secale Cereale L.) L. E. Meinhardt, University of Missouri R. L. Kallenbach, University of Missouri
	Seed Productivity of Festulolium and Lolium X Boucheanum Varieties Iveta Gutmane, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia Aleksandr Adamovich, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia
	New Cultivars for High Quality, Persistent Legume-Grass Pastures in the Southern USA J. H. Bouton, University of Georgia
	Adaptation, Compatibility and Acceptability of Grass-Legume Pastures in the Andean Region of Colombia E. Cárdenas, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia E. Castro, Universidad Nacional de Colombia, Colombia
	Higher Yield and Fewer Weeds in Four-Species Grass/Legume Mixtures Than in Monocultures: Results from the First Year at 20 Sites of Cost Action 852 Laura Kirwan, Teagasc Environment Research Centre, Ireland Gilles Bélanger, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada J. A. Finn, Teagasc Environment Research Centre, Ireland M. Fothergill, IGER, UK Bodil E. Frankow-Lindberg, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden R. Garcia-Sarrion, Spain A. Ghesquiere, Department of Plant Genetics and Breeding, Belgium P. Golinski, Poland A. Helgadóttir, Iceland M. Jørgensen, Norwegian Institute for Agricultural and Environmental Research, Norway Z. Kadžiuliene, Lithuania D. Nyfeler, Switzerland P. Nykänen-Kurki, Finland G. Parente, Italy V. Vasileva, Bulgaria R. Collins, UK J. Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland Andreas Lüscher, Swiss Federal Research Station for Agroecology and Agriculture, Switzerland Claudio Porqueddu, CNR-ISPAAM, Italy M. T. Sebastià, Forestry and Technology Centre of Catalonia, Spain
	Quality Legume-Based Forage Systems for Contrasting Environments: COST Action 852 A. Helgadottir, Agricultural Research Institute, Iceland John Connolly, University College Dublin, Ireland M. Fothergill, IGER, UK R. P. Collins, IGER, UK Claudio Porqueddu, CNR-ISPAAM, Italy Andreas Lüscher, Swiss Federal Research Station for Agroecology and Agriculture, Switzerland M. T. Sebastia, Technology and Forestry Centre of Catalonia, Spain Michael Kreuzer, ETH Zurich, Switzerland M. Wachendorf, Christian-Albrechts-University, Germany
	Growth Characteristics of Superior Lines of Zoysia Grass (Zoysia Japonica) And Development of Its DNA Markers Y. W. Rim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea K. Y. Kim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea M. J. Kim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea B. R. Sung, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea Y. C. Lim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea E. S. Chung, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea
	The Economic Benefit of Increased Yield and Digestibility in a Perennial C₄ Grass R. Mitchell, USDA-ARS K. P. Vogel, USDA-ARS G. Sarath, USDA-ARS
	Analysis of Genomic Affinity Between Brachiaria Ruziziensis and B. Brizantha Through Meiotic Behaviour Cacilda B. do Valle, EMBRAPA, Brazil M. S. Pagliarini, State University of Maringá, Brazil A. B. Mendes-Bonato, State University of Maringá, Brazil C. Risso-Pascotto, State University of Maringá, Brazil
	Meiotic Arrest Compromises Pollen Fertility in an Interspecific Hybrid Between Brachiaria Ruziziensis X Brachiaria Decumbens (Gramineae) M. S. Pagliarini, State University of Maringá, Brazil Cacilda B. do Valle, EMBRAPA, Brazil A. B. Mendes-Bonato, State University of Maringá, Brazil C. Risso-Pascotto, State University of Maringá, Brazil
	Shearing Strength and Chemical Composition in the Selection for Quality in Brachiaria Brizantha Cacilda B. Valle, EMBRAPA, Brazil F. E. Torres, State University of Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil B. Lempp, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil
	Effect of Three Legumes Containing Different Condensed Tannin Concentrations on the in Vitro Formation of the Pastoral Flavour Compound; Skatole N. M. Schreurs, AgResearch, New Zealand M. H. Tavendale, AgResearch, New Zealand G. A. Lane, AgResearch, New Zealand T. N. Barry, Massey University, New Zealand W. C. McNabb, AgResearch, New Zealand
	Prediction of Canopy Photosynthesis for Cocksfoot Pastures Grown Under Different Light Regimes P. L. Peri, INTA, Argentina D. J. Moot, Lincoln University, New Zealand D. L. McNeil, Department of Primary Industries, New Zealand
	Net Photosynthesis Rate and Chlorophyll Content of Caucasian and White Clover Leaves Under Different Temperature Regimes A. D. Black, Teagasc, Ireland R. J. Lucas, Lincoln University, New Zealand D. J. Moot, Lincoln University, New Zealand
	Shading Effect on Production and Protein Concentration of Dactylis Glomerata and Agrostis Tenuis A. Rigueiro-Rodríguez, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain S. Rodríguez-Barreira, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain M. R. Mosquera-Losada, University of Santiago de Compostela, Spain
	The Effect of Blue Light on Leaf Growth and Plant Development in Two Morphologically Contrasted Perennial Ryegrass Genotypes: Cellular Basis and Ecological Implications F. Gastal, INRA, France A. Verdenal, INRA, France P. Barre, INRA, France
	Long Term Tiller Population Dynamics in Swards of Grasses with Contrasting Persistence Strategy F. Gastal, INRA, France C. Matthew, Massey University, New Zealand
	Morphogenetic Characteristics of Panicum Maximum cv. Aruana Subjected to Five Defoliation Stubble Heights and Two Frequencies D. D. Carvalho, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil Alessandra A. Giacomini, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil
	Effect of Defoliation Interval on Regrowth of Leaves and Roots, and Tiller Number of Cocksfoot Plants L. R. Turner, Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research, Australia D. J. Donaghy, Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research, Australia P. A. Lane, Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research, Australia
	Microcalorimeter as a Biologic Activity Monitor for the Study of Brachiaria Brizantha Seed Germination Process M. A. Barboza, Campinas State University, Brazil P. L. O. Volpe, Campinas State University, Brazil R. Usberti, Plant Protection Agency, Brazil J. F. G. Faigle, Campinas State University, Brazil R. H. Aguiar, Campinas State University, Brazil
	Temperature Response Comparison of Controlled and Field Environments for Four Tropical Grasses S. Fukagawa, Nagasaki Livestock Experiment Station, Japan Yasuyuki Ishii, University of Miyazaki, Japan K. Sato, National Agricultural Research Center for Kyushu Okinawa Region, Japan R. Kobayashi, National Agricultural Research Center for Kyushu Okinawa Region, Japan I. Hattori, National Agricultural Research Center for Kyushu Okinawa Region, Japan
	Gas Exchange and Stomatal Density of Brachiaria brizantha in a Silvopastoral System During One Dry Period M. Rakocevic, Embrapa, Brazil F. C. de Oliveira, Embrapa, Brazil J. Ribaski, Embrapa, Brazil
	Are Leaf Traits Stable Enough to Rank Native Grasses in Contrasting Growth Conditions? V. Poozesh, INRA, France R. Al Haj Khaled, INRA, France P. Ansquer, INRA, France J. P. Theau, INRA, France M. Duru, INRA, France G. Bertoni, INRA, France P. Cruz, INRA, France
	Persistence Strategy of Panicum Maximum cv. Tanzania in Grazed Pastures Patricia M. Santos, EMBRAPA, Brazil L. G. H. de Camargo, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Brazil M. M. Santoni, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Brazil N. A. de Souza, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Brazil C. H. B. A. Prado, Universidade Federal de São Carlos, Brazil C. M. B. Nussio, University of Sao Paulo, Brazil
	Utilisation of Photosynthetic Active Radiation by Grasslands in Time and in Space V. V. Kolomeychenko, Orel State Agrarian University, Russia
	Modelling of Nitrogen Allocation and Partitioning Within Lucerne (Medicago Sativa) Shoot Tissues During Recovery from Defoliation: An Approach to Estimate Forage Production and Nitrogen Composition F. Meuriot, INRA, France A. Escobar-Gutiérrez, INRA, France J-C. Avice, INRA, France J-C. Simon, INRA, France F. Lesuffleur, INRA, France F. Gastal, INRA, France
	Root Senescence in Red Clover (Trifolium Pratense L.) K. J. Webb, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK E. Tuck, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK S. Heywood, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Seed Production and Resource Allocation in Three Cultivars of Achnatherum Hymenoides, Nevada, USA Barry L. Perryman, University of Nevada, Reno C. A. Busso, Universidad Nacional del Sur, Argentina Hudson A. Glimp, University of Nevada, Reno
	Effect of Pre-Planting Seed Treatment Options on Dormancy Breaking and Germination of Ziziphus Mucronata Abubeker Hassen, University of Pretoria, South Africa N. F. G. Rethman, University of Pretoria, South Africa Willem A. van Niekerk, University of Pretoria, South Africa
	Pollen Viability and Seed Setting in Egyptian Clover Under Open and Caged Conditions B. L. Bhardwaj, Punjab Agricultural University, India A. Kumar, Punjab Agricultural University, India
	Anthelmintic Effects of Sericea Lespedeza Hay Fed to Goats Infected With Haemonchus Contortus S. A. Shaik, Fort Valley State University T. H. Terrill, Fort Valley State University J. E. Miller, Louisiana State University B. Kouakou, Fort Valley State University G. Kannan, Fort Valley State University R. M. Kaplan, University of Georgia J. M. Burke, USDA J. A. Mosjidis, Auburn University
	The Death of Plants in Animals M. K. Theodorou, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK A. Kingston-Smith, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK P. Morris, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Polyphenol Oxidase Activity and in Vitro Proteolytic Inhibition in Grasses J. M. Marita, USDA-Agricultural Research Service R. D. Hatfield, USDA-Agricultural Research Service G. E. Brink, USDA-Agricultural Research Service
	Ruminal Proteolysis in Forages with Distinct Endopeptidases Activities G. Pichard, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile C. Tapia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile R. Larraín, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile
	Mating Ewes on Condensed Tannin-Containing Forages Increases Ewe Reproductive Rate and Reduces Lamb Mortality T. N. Barry, Massey University, New Zealand C. A. Ramirez-Restrepo, Massey University, New Zealand E. L. McWilliam, Massey University, New Zealand N. Lopez-Villalobos, Massey University, New Zealand P. D. Kemp, Massey University, New Zealand
	Influence of Internode Length on Degradability of Lucerne Stems H. G. Jung, University of Minnesota F. M. Engles, Wageningen University, The Netherlands J. F. S. Lamb, University of Minnesota
	Effect of Ferulic Acid Esterase Enzyme Application on the in Vitro Digestibility and in Situ Rumen Degradability of Tropical Grasses Adegbola T. Adesogan, University of Florida N. Krueger, University of Florida C. R. Staples, University of Florida D. B. Dean, University of Florida W. Krueger, University of Florida
	The Nutritional Value of Cocksfoot (Dactylis glomerata L.) and Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium perenne L.) Under Leaf-Stage Based Defoliation Management L. R. Turner, Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research, Australia D. J. Donaghy, Tasmanian Institute of Agricultural Research, Australia P. A. Lane, University of Tasmania, Australia
	Perennial Ryegrass Variety Differences in Nutritive Value Characteristics T. J. Gilliland, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for Northern Ireland, UK R. E. Agnew, ARINI, UK A. M. Fearon, Agriculture and Food Science Centre, UK F. E. A. Wilson, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development for Northern Ireland, UK
	Fibre Degradation Rate of Perennial Ryegrass Varieties Measured Using Three Techniques: In Situ Nylon Bag, in Vivo Rumen Evacuation and in Vitro Gas Production H. Z. Taweel, Wageningen University, The Netherlands B. M. Tas, Wageningen University, The Netherlands B. A. Williams, Wageningen University, The Netherlands A. Elgersma, University of Ghent, Belgium J. Dijkstra, Wageningen University, The Netherlands S. Tamminga, Wageningen University, The Netherlands
	The Effect of Cow-Diet on the Fermentation of Forages J. L. Burke, Massey University, New Zealand G. C. Waghorn, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand S. L. Woodward, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand I. M. Brookes, Massey University, New Zealand
	The Effect of Nitrogen Fertiliser and Season on the in Situ Degradability of Irish Perennial Ryegrass in Cattle V. Olsson, Teagasc, Ireland J. J. Murphy, Teagasc, Ireland F. P. O'Mara, Department of Animal Science and Production, Ireland K. O'Connell, Teagasc, Ireland J. Humphreys, Teagasc, Ireland F. J. Mulligan, University College Dublin, Ireland
	Effects of Forage Species and Stage of Maturity on in Situ Disappearance of Organic Matter and Fibre Fractions H. S. Hussein, University of Nevada-Reno
	Physical Impediment Towards Digestive Breakdown in Leaf Blades of Brachiaria Brizantha B. Lempp, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil Cacilda B. do Valle, EMBRAPA, Brazil M. das G. Morais, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil R. A. Borges, Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil E. Detmann, Federal University of Viçosa, Brazil
	Herbage Mass and in Situ Dry Matter Ruminal Degradation Kinetics of Brachiaria spp E. Valencia-Chin, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico A. A. Rodríguez-Carías, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico R. Ramos-Santana, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico S. Pagán-Riestra, University of Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico
	The Effects of Urease Source and Moisture Content on the Nutritive Value of Brachiaria brizantha Hay Treated with Urea Ricardo A. Reis, UNESP, Brazil L. M. A. Bertipaglia, UNESP, Brazil G. M. P. Melo, UNESP, Brazil A. P. Oliveira, UNESP, Brazil S. Luca, UNESP, Brazil
	Ruminal Dry Matter, Neutral Detergent Fibre and Acid Detergent Fiber Degradation Kinetics of Dominant Pasture Forages in Kurdestan Province of Iran A. A. Sadeghi, Islamic Azad University, Iran P. Shawrang, Tehran University, Iran A. Nikkhah, Tehran University, Iran
	Ruminal Disappearance and Passage Rates in Fresh Nezasa Dwarf Bamboo Growing in Japanese Native Pasture Masato Yayota, Gifu University, Japan J. Karashima, Gifu University, Japan T. Kokestu, Gifu University, Japan M. Nakano, Gifu University, Japan Shigeru Ohtani, Gifu University, Japan
	Effects of Particle Size in Forage Samples for Protein Breakdown Studies G. Pichard, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile C. Tapia, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile
	Variation in Protein Quality of Forage Legumes During Spring Growth M. Gierus, Christian-Albrecht University of Kiel, Germany J. Kleen, Christian-Albrecht University of Kiel, Germany F. Taube, Christian-Albrecht University of Kiel, Germany
	Substrate-Dependent Activation of Polyphenol Oxidase in Red Clover Ana L. Winters, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK F. R. Minchin, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK P. Morris, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	High Floral Tannin White Clover Reduces Rumen Ammonia Concentrations in Dairy Cows V. T. Burggraaf, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand G. C. Waghorn, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand S. L. Woodward, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand D. R. Woodfield, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand E. R. Thom, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand P. D. Kemp, Massey University, New Zealand
	Effects of Simulated High-Sugar Forages on Grazing Behaviour of Sheep Gerald P. Cosgrove, AgResearch Grasslands, New Zealand A. J. Parsons, AgResearch Grasslands, New Zealand
	Condensed Tannin Concentration and Herbage Accumulation of a White Clover Bred for Increased Floral Condensed Tannin V. T. Burggraaf, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand S. L. Woodward, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand D. R. Woodfield, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand E. R. Thom, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand G. C. Waghorn, Dexcel Ltd., New Zealand P. D. Kemp, Massey University, New Zealand
	Light Intensity Is Positively Correlated with the Synthesis of Condensed Tannins in Lotus corniculatus Sergio Arcioni, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Italy T. Bovone, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Italy F. Damiani, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Italy F. Paolocci, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, Italy
	Ariation in Tannin Content and Morphological Traits in Lotus corniculatus L. (Bird’s-Foot Trefoil) A. H. Marshall, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK F. Ribaimont, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. P. Collins, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK D. Bryant, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK M. T. Abberton, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Condensed Tannins in Different Varieties of Lotus Corniculatus Christina L. Marley, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK Rhun Fychan, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. Jones, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Herbage Production, Nitrogen Fixation and Condensed Tannin Concentrations in Lotus glaber Mill. Germplasm H. Acuña, INIA, Chile M. Figueroa, INIA, Chile P. Hellman, INIA, Chile A. Concha, INIA, Chile
	Effect of Condensed Tannins in Sainfoin on in Vitro Protein Solubility of Lucerne J. Aufrère, INRA, France M. Dudilieu, INRA, France C. Poncet, INRA, France R. Baumont, INRA, France
	Leaf, Pod and Whole Plant Tannin Contents in Pigeon Pea (Cajanus cajan (L.) Millsp) Rodolfo Godoy, EMBRAPA, Brazil P. M. Santos, EMBRAPA, Brazil Francisco H. D. Souza, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Use of Green Sulla Forage for Feeding. 1. Effects on Lamb Growth and Gastrointestinal Nematode Parasite Infestation D. Giambalvo, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy A. Di Grigoli, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy M. L. Alicata, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy B. Formoso, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy A. S. Frenda, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy P. Trapani, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
	Use of Green Sulla Forage for Feeding. 2. Effects on Lamb Carcass and Meat Quality A. Bonanno, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy M. L. Alicata, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy G. Tornambè, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy F. Mazza, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy G. Di Miceli, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy D. Giambalvo, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
	Distribution of Trace Elements in Plant Parts of Red Clover (Trifolium pratense L.) S. Ignjatovic, Agricultural Institute Serbia, Serbia Z. Lugic, Agricultural Institute Serbia, Serbia D. Sokolovic, Agricultural Institute Serbia, Serbia J. Radovic, Agricultural Institute Serbia, Serbia
	Potassium Content and the Balance Between Potassium and Other Minerals and Crude Protein in Forage Can Have a Big Impact on Dairy Cow Health Hary Eriksson, Department of Agricultural Research for Northern Sweden, Sweden
	The Effect of Two Magnesium Fertilisers, Kieserite and MgO, on Herbage Mg Content M. B. O'Connor, AgResearch, New Zealand A. H. C. Roberts, Ravensdown Fertiliser, New Zealand R. Haerdter, K+S Kali, Germany
	Mineral Status of Some Permanent Range Plants for Grazing Sheep in Semi-Arid Areas of the Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province in Iran. 1. Some Macro Minerals G. H. R. Shadnoush, Agriculture and Natural Resources Research Center, Iran
	Mineral Status of Some Permanent Range Plants for Grazing Sheep in Semi-Arid Areas of the Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari Province in Iran. 2. Trace Minerals G. H. R. Shadnoush, Agriculture and Natural Resources Research Center, Iran
	Forage Quality as Related to Mineral Concentrations in Tropical Regions L. R. McDowell, University of Florida
	Towards Truly “Global” Near Infrared Calibrations for Protein and Neutral Detergent Fibre in Dried Ground Forages D. Undersander, University of Wisconsin-Madison P. Berzaghi, University of Wisconsin-Madison P. Dardenne, University of Wisconsin-Madison P. Flinn, University of Wisconsin-Madison N. P. Martin, University of Wisconsin-Madison C. Paul, University of Wisconsin-Madison B. N. B. Büchmann, University of Wisconsin-Madison F. Mazeris, University of Wisconsin-Madison M. Lagerholm, University of Wisconsin-Madison I. A. Cowe, University of Wisconsin-Madison
	A Rapid Estimation of Nitrogen Bound to Neutral Detergent Fibre in Forages by Near Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy Jérôme Bindelle, University of Liège, Belgium G. Sinnaeve, Walloon Agricultural Research Centre, Belgium P. Dardenne, Walloon Agricultural Research Centre, Belgium P. Leterme, National Veterinary School of Lyon, Belgium A. Buldgen, University of Liège, Belgium
	Prediction of N Fractions of Warm-Season Grasses with Near-Infrared Reflectance Spectroscopy S. W. Coleman, USDA C. E. Johnson, Colorado State University B. A. Reiling, University of Nebraska P. Mislevy, University of Florida
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	Near Infrared Spectroscopy to Assess Feeding Value and Antinutritional Compounds in Legume Species M. Odoardi, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy S. Colombini, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy G. Piluzza, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy M. Confalonieri, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy
	Validation of Faecal NIRS for Monitoring the Diet of Confined and Grazing Goats S. Y. Landau, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel T. A. Glasser, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel L. Dvash, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel Avi Perevolotsky, Agricultural Research Organization, Israel
	Are Leaf Traits Suitable for Assessing the Feeding Value of Native Grass Species? R. Al Haj Khaled, INRA, France M. Duru, INRA, France P. Cruz, INRA, France
	Differences of Energy Density from Plant Species Found in Permanent Grassland Using the Cellulase Method in Comparison to the Crude Nutrient Method Renate Bockholt, Rostock University, Germany K. Friedel, Rostock University, Germany F. Buske, Rostock University, Germany
	Predicting Intake from Indigestible Fibre Kenneth J. Moore, Iowa State University J. R. Russell, Iowa State University
	Dryland Clovers: A Phytochemical Resource Lucy P. Meagher, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand G. A. Lane, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand W. Rumball, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand M. A. Tavendale, AgResearch Ltd, New Zealand R. J. Lucas, Lincoln University, New Zealand
	Effect of Cutting Date on Quality of Red Clover Forage S. Vasiljevic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia S. Katic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia V. Mihailovic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia B. Cupina, Faculty of Agriculture, Serbia D. Milic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia A. Mikic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia Dj. Karagic, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia I. Pataki, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia
	Changes in Crude Protein Content with Advancing Maturity in Lucerne S. Katić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia D. Milić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia V. Mihailović, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia A. Mikić, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia S. Vasiljević, Institute of Field and Vegetable Crops, Serbia
	Proanthocyanidins from Hedysarum, Lotus and Onobrychis spp. Growing in Sardinia and Sicily and Their Antioxidant Activity A. Tava, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy M. G. De Begedetto, Istituto Sperimentale per le Colture Foraggere, Italy D. Tedesco, Università di Milano, Italy G. Di Miceli, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy G. Piluzza, Istituto per il Sistema Produzione Animale in Ambiente Mediterraneo, Italy
	Water-Soluble Carbohydrate (WSC) Concentrations in Ireland and Norway of Lolium perenne Differing in WSC Genotype and Receiving Varying Rates of N Fertiliser P. O'Kiely, Teagasc, Ireland L. Nesheim, The Norwegian Crop Research Institute, Norway P. Conaghan, Teagasc, Ireland F. P. O'Mara, University College Dublin, Ireland
	Characterisation of Herbage from Temperate Organic Pastures E. Kuusela, University of Joensuu, Finland
	Evaluation of Superoxide Anion Radical Scavenging Activities of Plantains and Pastures by Electron Spin Resonance (ESR) Y. Tamura, National Agricultural Research Centre for Tohoku Region, Japan T. Masumizu, JEOL Ltd., Japan
	Nutrient Accumulation in Leaves and Soft Twigs of Moringa oleifera Lam. at Different Growth Stages in Western Highland of Cameroon E. Tedonkeng Pamo, University of Dschang, Cameroon B. Boukila, Université des Sciences et Techniques de Masuku, Gabon J. R. Kana, University of Dschang, Cameroon F. Tendonkeng, University of Dschang, Cameroon L. B. Tonfack, University of Dschang, Cameroon M. C. Solefack Momo, University of Dschang, Cameroon
	Seasonal Variation of Crude Protein Content of Different Herbaceous, Shrub and Tree Species M. R. Mosquera-Losada, Escuela Politécnica Superior de Lugo, Spain E. Fernández-Núñez, Escuela Politécnica Superior de Lugo, Spain A. Rigueiro-Rodríguez, Escuela Politécnica Superior de Lugo, Spain
	Chemical Composition and Gas Production of Pasture Dominated by Artemisia Frigida and Carex Duriscula Species G. Udval, Research Institute for Animal Husbandry, Mongolia
	Variation in the Quality of Forage of Six Rangeland Species in Different Phenological Stages Zeid Ahmadi, Islamic Azad University, Iran H. Arzani, Islamic Azad University, Iran Hossein Azarnivand, Islamic Azad University, Iran
	Determination and Comparison of Forage Quality of Five Species in Different Phenological Stages in Alborz Rangelands (Iran) A. Ahmadi, Islamic Azad University, Iran Hossein Arzani, University of Tehran, Iran A. A. Jaafari, Range and Forest Research Institute, Iran
	Factors Affecting Forage Quality of Native Species in Iranian Rangelands Hossein Arzani, University of Tehran, Iran J. Torkan, University of Tehran, Iran H. Kaboli, University of Tehran, Iran M. Zohdi, University of Tehran, Iran
	Variations in Nutritive Values of Two Different Desert Forage Plants Growing in the United Arab Emirate Environment T. Ksiksi, UAE University, United Arab Emirates A. Bamakhrama, UAE University, United Arab Emirates M. Satri, UAE University, United Arab Emirates
	Forage Composition and Quality of Tankbed Grassland Ecosystems in Sri Lanka; A Preliminary Study of “Tabbowa” Tank G. G. C. Premalal, Veterinary Research Institute, Sri Lanka Sujatha Premaratne, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka
	Seasonal Variation of Forage Productivity and Quality of Communally Managed Grassland in the N’Komati River Basin D. W. Nguluve, Instituto de Produção Animal, Mozambique C. Menezes, Instituto de Produção Animal, Mozambique A. Buluveze, Instituto de Produção Animal, Mozambique A. P. Laita, Instituto de Produção Animal, Mozambique
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	Diversity and Variation in Nutritive Value of Plants Growing on 2 Saline Sites in Southwestern Australia Hayley C. Norman, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia R. A. Dynes, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australlia D. G. Masters, CSIRO Livestock Industries, Australia
	Accumulation of Zearalenone in Herbage of Winter Pasture Situated in West Poland P. Goliński, Agricultural University of Poznań, Poland M. Kostecki, Agricultural University of Poznań, Poland Barbara Golińska, Agricultural University of Poznań, Poland B. T. Golińska, Agricultural University of Poznań, Poland P. K. Goliński, Agricultural University of Poznań, Poland
	Changes in Grass Quality of Coastal Meadows in Estonia Tiina Köster, Estonian Agricultural University, Estonia Karin Kauer, Estonian Agricultural University, Estonia R. Viiralt, Estonian Agricultural University, Estonia A. Selge, Estonian Agricultural University, Estonia
	Effect of Intensity of Grassland Management on Chemical Composition and Content of Structural Saccharides in Forage Jan Pozdíšek, Research Institute for Cattle Breeding, Ltd, Czech Republic P. Mičová, Research Institute for Cattle Breeding, Ltd, Czech Republic M. Svozilová, Research Institute for Cattle Breeding, Ltd., Czech Republic A. Kohoutek, Research Institute of Crop Production, Czech Republic
	Nutritional Evaluation of Banana Peelings from the Various Banana Varieties in Different Regions of Uganda J. Nambi-Kasozi, Makerere University, Uganda Elly N. Sabiiti, Makerere University, Uganda F. B. Bareeba, Makerere University, Uganda E. Sporndly, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden
	Relative Yields and Nutritive Value of Whole Crop Rice Harvested on Four Successive Dates for Forage in Korea Jong-geun Kim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea Y. C. Lim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea E. S. Chung, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea S. H. Yoon, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea S. Seo, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea M. J. Kim, National Livestock Research Institute, South Korea
	Annual Legumes as an Alternative for Animal Feeding in Cuba María Felicia Díaz, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba C. Padilla, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba E. Lon Wo, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba M. Castro, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba R. S. Herrera, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba R. O. Martínez, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
	The Feeding Value of Silage Made from Peas Grown Alone or in Mixture with Cereals A. Kirilov, Institute of Forage Crops, Bulgaria
	Investigation into Differences in Palatability Among Festulolium Varieties as Haylage E. Touno, National Agricultural Research Center for Tohoku Region, Japan S. Kushibiki, National Institute of Livestock and Grassland Science, Japan H. Shingu, National Agricultural Research Center for Tohoku Region, Japan A. Oshibe, National Agricultural Research Center for Tohoku Region, Japan
	Forage Quality of Cool Season Pasture Species Under Two Rotational Grazing Height Regimes H. D. Karsten, Pennsylvania State University M. Carlassare, Università degli Studi di Padova, Italy
	Species and Chlorine Fertilisation Affect Dietary Cation-Anion Difference of Cool-Season Grasses Gilles Bélanger, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada Sophie Pelletier, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada H. Brassard, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada Gaëtan F. Tremblay, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada Philippe Seguin, McGill University, Canada R. Drapeau, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada A. Brégard, Université Laval, Canada Réal Michaud, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada Guy Allard, Université Laval, Canada
	Rhizoma Peanut: More Than a ‘Lucerne’ for Subtropical USA M. J. Williams, USDA, ARS K. H. Quesenberry, University of Florida G. M. Prine, University of Florida C. B. Olson, University of Florida
	Aeschynomene and Carpon Desmodium: Legumes for Bahiagrass Pasture in Florida Lynn E. Sollenberger, University of Florida R. S. Kalmbacher, Range Cattle Research and Education Centre
	Leucaena in Northern Australia: A Forage Tree Legume Success Story B. F. Mullen, The University of Queensland, Australia H. M. Shelton, The University of Queensland, Australia Scott A. Dalzell, The University of Queensland, Australia
	Stylos: The Broad Acre Legumes of N Australian Grazing Systems John P. Rains, Southedge Seeds Pty Ltd, Australia
	Stylo in India: Much More Than a Plant for the Revegetation of Wasteland C. R. Ramesh, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India S. Chakraborty, CSIRO, Australia P. S. Pathak, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India Nagaratna Biradar, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India P. Bhat, BAIF, India
	Fodder Shrubs for Improving Incomes of Dairy Farmers in the East African Highlands Steven Franzel, World Agroforestry Centre, Kenya C. Wambugu, World Agroforestry Centre, Kenya J. Stewart, Oxford Forestry Institute, UK J. Cordero, Oxford Forestry Institute, UK B. D. Sande, Forestry Resources Research Institute, Uganda
	Planted Forage Legumes in West Africa Shirley A. Tarawali, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia P. K. Thornton, ILRI, Kenya N. de Haan, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Nigeria
	Dual Purpose Cowpea for West Africa Shirley A. Tarawali, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia I. Okike, ILRI, Nigeria P. Kristjanson, ILRI, Kenya B. B. Singh, International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, Kenya P. K. Thornton, ILRI, Kenya
	A Study in Cuba of the Biology, Ecology and Agroecological Management of Heteropsylla Cubana Crawford in Leucaena Leucocephala (Lam.) de Wit N. Valenciaga, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba M. Felicia Díaz, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba T. E. Ruíz, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba M. Fernández, Centro Nacional de Sanidad Agropecuaria, Cuba C. Mora, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
	Forage Arachis in Nepal: A Simple Success A. D. Robertson, Willson's Downfall, Australia
	A New Napier Grass Stunting Disease in Kenya Associated with Phytoplasma Apollo B. Orodho, Kenya S. I. Ajanga, KARI Regional Research Centre, Kenya P. Jones, Rthamstead Research, UK P. O. Mudavadi, KARI Regional Research Centre, Kenya
	Selection of Australian Root Nodule Bacteria for Broad-Scale Inoculation of Native Legumes R. G. Bennett, University of Western Australia, Australia R. J. Yates, Murdoch University, Australia E. L. J. Watkin, Murdoch University, Australia Graham W. O'Hara, Murdoch University, Australia M. J. Dilworth, Murdoch University, Australia
	The Effects of Symbiotic Mycorrhizal Fungi on Drought Tolerance and Forage Production of Lucerne (Medicago Sativa) H. Panahpour, Research Institute of Forests and Rangelands, Iran
	Studies of Seed Characteristics of Ecotypes of Lucerne, Bromus and Agropyron in Response to Fusarium Oxysporum and F. Solani M. A. Alizadeh, Research Institute of Forest and Rangeland, Iran
	Ergovaline and Ergovalinine and Tall Fescue Content of Pastures in Central Kentucky P. W. Long, University of Kentucky Jimmy C. Henning, University of Kentucky L. P. Bush, University of Kentucky
	The Effects of Exposure to Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Seed on Faecal and Urine Concentrations of Ergovaline and Lysergic Acid in Mature Gelding Horses C. L. Schultz, USDA ARS S. L. Lodge-Ivey, University of Kentucky A. M. Craig, University of Kentucky James R. Strickland, University of Kentucky L. P. Bush, University of Kentucky
	Milk Production from Cows Grazing Perennial Ryegrass Pastures Infected with Wild or AR1 Endophyte in New Zealand Stephanie J. Bluett, Dexcel, New Zealand E. R. Thom, Dexcel, New Zealand D. A. Clark, Dexcel, New Zealand
	Reduce Tall Fescue Toxicosis in Festuca arundinacea Forage Systems with Legumes J. C. Waller, University of Tennessee, Knoxville A. E. Fisher, University of Tennessee, Knoxville H. A. Fribourg, University of Tennessee, Knoxville C. J. Richards, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
	Recovery of Yearling Calves from Fescue Toxicosis G. E. Aiken, Forage-Animal Production Research Unit M. L. Looper, Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center S. F. Tabler, Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center J. R. Strickland, Dale Bumpers Small Farms Research Center
	Performance of Animals Grazing Various Tall Fescue / Endophyte Combinations Andrew A. Hopkins, Noble Foundation, Inc.
	Persistence of Tall Fescue and Cattle Grazing Preference as Affected by Endophyte Status D. J. Lang, Mississippi State University S. P. Wang, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China A. Tokilita, Mississippi State University R. Given, Mississippi State University M. Salem, Mississippi State University R. Elmore, Mississippi State University
	The Effect of Fermentation of Calliandra calothyrsus, Gliricidia sepium, Leucaena leucocephala and Maize Forage on Rumen Degradation and Microbial Protein Synthesis H. Kato, Makerere University, Uganda F. B. Bareeba, Makerere University, Uganda Elly N. Sabiiti, Makerere University, Uganda C. Ebong, Makerere University, Uganda
	Ensiling Characteristics and Nutritive Value of Browse/Maize Forage Mixtures F. B. Bareeba, Makerere University, Uganda H. Kato, Makerere University, Uganda Elly N. Sabiiti, Makerere University, Uganda
	Effect of Type of Tree Leaves on Intake, Nutrient Utilisation and Rumen Fermentation Pattern in Goat Fed with Cenchrus ciliaris Grass S. Singh, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India S. S. Kandu, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India L. K. Karnani, Indian Grassland and Fodder Research Institute, India
	Leucaena Production in Arid Botswana F. P. Wandera, Department of Agricultural Research, Botswana M. Karachi, Egerton University, Kenya S. Mangope, Department of Agricultural Research, Botswana B. M. Lefofe, Department of Agricultural Research, Botswana
	Agronomic Evaluation of Twenty Ecotypes of Leucaena spp. for Acid Soil Conditions in México J. F. Enríquez-Quiroz, INIFAP, Mexico A. Hernández-Garay, INIFAP, Mexico A. R. Quero-Carrillo, INIFAP, Mexico
	Desmodium velutinum: A High-Quality Shrub Legume for Acid Soils in the Tropics R. Schultze-Kraft, University of Hohenheim, Germany M. Peters, Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical, Columbia N. Vivas, Universidad del Cauca, Colombia F. Parra, Corporación Colombiana de Investigación Agropecuaria, Columbia L. H. Franco, Centro Internacional de Agricultura Tropical, Colombia
	Recent Advances in Stylosanthes Research in Tropical America Bela Grof, Australia Celso D. Fernandes, EMBRAPA, Brazil Jaqueline R. Verzignassi, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Desmanthus: A New Forage Legume to Improve Wool Growth in Tropical Australia J. H. de A. Rangel, EMBRAPA, Brazil Carlos A. M. Gomide, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Enhancement of Grassland Production Through Integration of Forage Legumes in Semi-Arid Rangelands of Kenya P. N. Macharia, KARI-Kenya Soil Survey, Kenya J. I. Kinyamario, University of Nairobi, Kenya W. N. Ekaya, University of Nairobi, Kenya C. K. K. Gachene, University of Nairobi, Kenya
	The Dry Matter Yield and Nutritive Value of Wet Tolerant Tropical Forage Legumes in Single Cropping or Mixed Cropping with Gramineous Forage Crops in Drained Paddy Field Manabu Tobisa, University of Miyazaki, Japan Y. Nakano, Kyushu University, Japan K. Okano, Kyushu University, Japan Masataka Shimojo, Kyushu University, Japan Yasuhisa Masuda, Kyushu University, Japan
	Experiences with Establishing Legumes as Part of a Ley Pasture in a Low-Input Farming System of the Eastern Amazon, Brazil S. Hohnwald, University of Göttingen, Germany B. Rischkowsky, University of Göttingen, Germany A. P. Camarão, EMBRAPA, Brazil J. A. Rodrigues-Filho, EMBRAPA, Brazil R. Schultze-Kraft, University of Hohenheim, Germany J. M. King, University of Göttingen, Germany
	Variation Within the Species Macroptilium atropurpureum Regarding Adaptation to Grazing Cam K. McDonald, CSIRO, Australia R. J. Clements, Crawford Fund, Australia
	Production and Persistence of a Native Pasture-Arachis pintoi Association in the Humid Tropics of Mexico E. Castillo-Gallegos, CEIEGT, Mexico L. 't Mannetje, Wageningen University, The Netherlands A. Aluja-Schunemann, UADY, Mexico
	Performance of Dual-Purpose Cows on a Native Pasture-Arachis pintoi Association in the Humid Tropics of Mexico E. Castillo-Gallegos, CEIEGT, Mexico J. Jarillo-Rodríguez, CEIEGT, Mexico E. Ocaña-Zavaleta, CEIEGT, Mexico B. Marín-Mejía, CEIEGT, Mexico L. 't Mannetje, Wageningen University, The Netherlands A. Aluja-Schunemann, UADY, Mexico
	Response of Arachis pintoi to Grazing Intensity When Associated with Different Grasses C. M. S. de Andrade, EMBRAPA, Brazil R. Garcia, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Brazil Judson F. Valentim, EMBRAPA, Brazil O. G. Pereira, Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Brazil
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	The Effect of Defoliation Interval on Regrowth of Tall Fescue K. A. Adamczewski, University of Tasmania, Australia Danny J. Donaghy, University of Tasmania, Australia
	Italian Ryegrass and Whole Crop Cereal Mixture: Effect of Sowing Rate and Maturity on Variety on Yield and Botanical Composition in Northern Latitudes O. Niemeläinen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland Oiva Nissinen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland M. Kontturi, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
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	Use of Novel Spatial Presentations of Plant Species to Improve Legume Abundance J. M. Sharp, Imperial College London, UK M. J. Jeger, Imperial College London, UK R. W. Fraser, Imperial College London, UK G. R. Edwards, Imperial College London, UK
	The Interaction of Management with Botanical Composition of Irrigated Grass-Legume Pasture Mixtures in the Intermountain West USA J. W. MacAdam, Utah State University T. C. Griggs, Washington State University G. J. Mileski, Washington State University
	The Input of Forage Legumes in Sustainable Grassland Systems Žydrė Kadžiulienė, Lithuanian Institute of Agriculture, Lithuania L. Sarunaite, Lithuanian Institute of Agriculture, Lithuania
	The Effect of Cutting Regime and Cultivar on Longevity of Pure Lucerne Stands in Latvia Z. Gaile, Latvia University of Agriculture, Latvia
	Implications of the Use of Grazing Sheep on Kiwi Fruit Orchard C. H. E. C. Poli, Embrapa, Brazil R. C. Gomes, Fepagro, Brazil P. Cinel Filho, Fepagro, Brazil M. F. Gomes, Fepagro, Brazil A. Zborowki, Fepagro, Brazil G. Pires, Fepagro, Brazil J. L. Rigon, Fepagro, Brazil
	Options for Improved Biomass Production in Feeding Systems for Dairying in High Rainfall Environments in New Zealand John M. de Ruiter, New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, New Zealand D. R. Wilson, New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, New Zealand S. Maley, New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, New Zealand S. M. Henton, New Zealand Institute for Plant and Food Research Limited, New Zealand
	The Influence of Winter Wheat and White Clover Bi-Cropping System on White Clover Sward Parameters J. Sowiński, Agricultural University of Wroclaw, Poland
	The Effectiveness of Nitrogen Rates on Winter Wheat and White Clover Bi-Cropping Grown for Silage J. Sowiński, Agricultural University of Wroclaw, Poland
	Relative Forage Yield of Intercropped Lucerne (Medicago sativa L.) And Winter Forage Cereals T. Pereyra, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina H. Pagliaricci, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina A. Ohanian, Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto, Argentina
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	Overseeding Cereal Rye and Annual Ryegrass Into Soyabean for Forage as Part of a Multifunctional Cropping System L. B. Smith, University of Missouri R. L. Kallenbach, University of Missouri
	Simulation of Pasture Phase Options for Mixed Livestock and Cropping Enterprises L. Salmon, CSIRO Plant Industry, Australia A. D. Moore, CSIRO Plant Industry, Australia J. F. Angus, CSIRO Plant Industry, Australia
	Evaluating the Economic and Environmental Sustainability of Integrated Farming Systems C. A. Rotz, U.S. Department of Agriculture M. A. Sanderson, U.S. Department of Agriculture M. Wachendorf, University of Kiel, Germany F. Taube, University of Kiel, Germany
	Integration of Forage Production in Rice-Based Cropping Systems for Mitigating Forage Crisis of Ruminant Livestock - Studies in Bangladesh M. A. Akbar, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Bangladesh M. S. U. Bhuiyan, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Bangladesh M. S. Islam, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Bangladesh
	Economic Methodology for Pasture Grass and Legume Seed Production D. M. Cino, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba G. Febles, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba M. F. Díaz, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba F. Funes, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba
	Root Systems in Tropical Pasture Restoration Treatments in Rondônia, Brazil M. C. Piccolo, CENA, Brazil K. C. Augusti, CENA, Brazil C. Neill, The Ecosystems Center L. Fante Junior, UNIMEP, Brazil M. Bernoux, CENA, Brazil C. C. Cerri, CENA, Brazil
	Forage Yield in Two Tropical Grasses at Different Cutting Intervals and N Levels Enrique Cortés Díaz, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico H. Diaz-Solis, Universidad A. de Tamaulipas, Mexico A. Saldívar-Fitzmaurice, Universidad A. de Tamaulipas, Mexico W. Grant, Universidad A. de Tamaulipas, Mexico A. Martínez-Garza, Universidad A. de Tamaulipas, Mexico A. Martínez-Hernandez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico
	Forage Yield and Structural Traits of Tanzaniagrass (Panicum Maximum) at Four Canopy Heights Carlos A. M. Gomide, EMBRAPA, Brazil Ana C. Ruggieri, EMBRAPA, Brazil R. A. Reis, EMBRAPA, Brazil J. A. Gomide, EMBRAPA, Brazil J. H. de A. Rangel, EMBRAPA, Brazil E. O. Almeida, EMBRAPA, Brazil
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	Tiller Dynamic of Guineagrass (Panicum maximum) Under Defoliation T. Clavero, University of Zulia, Venezuela R. Razz, University of Zulia, Venezuela
	Improvement of the Mediterranean Agro-Silvopastoral System Montado J. Potes, INIAP, Portugal H. Babo, INIAP, Portugal D. Navas, INIAP, Portugal
	Reasons for the Premature Decline in Astragalus adsurgens Stands in Kerqin Sandy Land Qizhong Sun, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China Z. L. Wang, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, China J. G. Han, China Agricultural University, China Y. W. Wang, China Agricultural University, China G. R. Liu, Grassland Service Station of Chifeng City, China
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	Australian Pasture Systems: The Perennial Compromise L. W. Bell, The University of Western Australia, Australia M. A. Ewing, The University of Western Australia, Australia
	Grass Pellet Bioenergy in the Northeastern USA J. H. Cherney, Cornell University D. J. R. Cherney, Cornell University
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	Field Performance of an Annual Medic Tolerant of Sulfonylurea Herbicide Residues Jacob H. Howie, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia C. A. Bell, South Australian Research and Development Institute, Australia
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	Red Clover in Monoculture or in Association with Grasses? A. De Vliegher, Department of Crop Husbandry and Ecophysiology, Belgium L. Carlier, Department of Crop Husbandry and Ecophysiology, Belgium
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	An Appraisal of the Potential for Soybeans in the United Kingdom C. A. Sawyer, Royal Agricultural College, UK G. P. F. Lane, Royal Agricultural College, UK W. P. Davies, Royal Agricultural College, UK
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	An Investigation on Ecological Aspects of Crested and Intermediate Wheat Grasses in Semi-Steppe Vegetation of Iran Masoume Amirkhani, University of Tarbiyat Moudarres, Iran Mansour Mesdaghi, University of Tarbiyat Moudarres, Iran
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	The Use of Multivariate Analysis in Tropical Grass and Legume Seed Production in Cuban Regions G. Febles, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba R. Baños, Instituto de Investigaciones de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba S. Yáñes, Instituto de Investigaciones de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba V. Torres, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba T. Ruiz, Instituto de Ciencia Animal, Cuba F. Funes, Instituto de Investigaciones de Pastos y Forrajes, Cuba
	Forage Production and Nitrogen Status in Mixed Fodder Crops G. Convertini, Istituto Sperimentale Agronomico, Italy M. Maiorana, Istituto Sperimentale Agronomico, Italy D. Ferri, Istituto Sperimentale Agronomico, Italy
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	Seasonal Herbage Accumulation of Different Dairy Pasture Types in Southern Australia J. Tharmaraj, University of Melbourne, Australia D. F. Chapman, University of Melbourne, Australia Z. N. Nie, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
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	Alternative Feedbase Systems for Southern Australia Dairy Farms. 3. Economic Returns from Extra Dry Matter Consumption D. F. Chapman, University of Melbourne, Australia S. Kenny, University of Melbourne, Australia
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	An Agronomic Evaluation of Grazing Maize Combined with Companion Crops for Sheep in Northwestern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa C. S. Dannhauser, University of the North, South Africa E. A. van Zyl, Dundee Research Station, South Africa
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	Influence of Grass Species and Sample Preparation on Ensiling Characteristics D. J. R. Cherney, Cornell University M. A. Alessi, Universitá Degli Studi Di Palermo, Italy J. H. Cherney, Cornell University
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	A New System for the Evaluation of the Fermentation Quality of Silages E. Kaiser, Humboldt-University of Berlin, Germany K. Weiß, Humboldt-University of Berlin, Germany
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	The Effect of Harvesting Strategy of Grass Silage on Milk Production K. Kuoppala, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland M. Rinne, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland J. Nousiainen, Valio Ltd., Finland P. Huhtanen, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
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	Development of a 2-Dimensional Video-Acoustic Tool for Monitoring Bite Placement Wendy Griffiths, AgResearch, New Zealand V. Alchanatis, The Volcani Center, Israel R. Nitzan, The Volcani Center, Israel V. Ostrovsky, The Volcani Center, Israel E. Ben-Moshe, The Volcani Center, Israel R. Yonatan, The Volcani Center, Israel S. Brenner, The Volcani Center, Israel H. Baram, The Volcani Center, Israel E. D. Ungar, The Volcani Center, Israel
	The Sound of Chewing J. R. Galli, Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Argentina Carlos A. Cangiano, INTA, Argentina Emilio A. Laca, University of California, Davis M. W. Demment, University of California, Davis
	Rich Information in the Acoustic Signals from Feeding and Grazing in Ruminants Montague W. Demment, University of California, Davis J. R. Galli, Universidad Nacional de Rosario, Argentina Carlos A. Cangiano, INTA, Argentina Emilio A. Laca, University of California, Davis
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	Estimating Pasture Intake by Cattle Using Alkanes and a Known Amount of Supplement E. Charmley, Crops and Livestock Research Centre, Australia J. L. Duynisveld, Crops and Livestock Research Centre, Australia H. Dove, CSIRO, Australia
	An Evaluation of the N-Alkane Technique for Determining Diet Composition in Animals Grazing Complex Swards M. D. Fraser, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK J. M. Moorby, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK V. J. Theobald, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. Jones, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Estimating Pasture Intake by Dairy Cows Dennis R. Cosgrove, University of Wisconsin D. P. Cooper, University of Wisconsin
	Theoretical Considerations on a One-Parameter Approach to Compare Actual and Estimated Compositions of Multi-Component Diets C. Elwert, Martin-Luther-Universität, Germany M. Rodehutscord, Martin-Luther-Universität, Germany
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	Diversity of Diet Composition Decreases with Conjoint Grazing of Cattle with Sheep and Goats A. M. Nicol, Lincoln University, New Zealand M. B. Soper, Lincoln University, New Zealand A. V. Stewart, PGG Seeds, New Zealand
	Cattle and Sheep Mixed Grazing: 1. Species Equivalence R. D. Améndola-Massiotti, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México S. J. C. González-Montagna, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México Pedro A. Martínez-Hernández, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México
	Cattle and Sheep Mixed Grazing: 2. Competition S. J. C. González-Montagna, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México Pedro A. Martínez-Hernández, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México R. D. Améndola-Massiotti, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México
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	A Sward Based Method to Estimate Herbage Selection of Grazing Dairy Cows F. Taube, University of Kiel, Germany M. Wachendorf, University of Kiel, Germany J. Baade, University of Kiel, Germany
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	Diet Selection in a Pasture of Panicum maximum cv. mombaça with Different Sward Heights Teresa C. M. Genro, EMBRAPA, Brazil Ê. R. Prates, Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil F. F. Cardoso, EMBRAPA, Brazil L. R. L. San'Thiago, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Effect of Time Spent on Pasture on Grazing Behaviour in Latxa Dairy Sheep A. Garcia-Rodriguez, NEIKER, Spain N. Mandaluniz, NEIKER, Spain L. M. Oregui, NEIKER, Spain
	Time Budget on Major Activities of Livestock Grazing Heterogeneous Natural Range and Crop Fields in Semi-Arid Nigeria B. S. Malami, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Nigeria P. H. Y. Hiernaux, University of Hohenheim, Germany H. M. Tukur, Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Nigeria J. Steinbach, Justus Liebig University, Giessen, Germany
	Herbage Intake and Animal Performance of Cattle Grazing Brachiaria brizantha cv. Marandu Under Continuous Stocking S. C. Da Silva, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil P. Sarmento, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil L. K. Molan, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil F. M. E. Andrade, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil André F. Sbrissia, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil A. V. Lupinacci, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil A. C. Gonçalves, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil D. E. Oliveira, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil
	Grazing Behaviour of Lambs in Different Production Systems C. H. E. C. Poli, Embrapa, Brazil Alda L. G. Monteiro, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil C. S. Gomes, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil G. J. Bosquetto, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil J. R. Dittrich, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil Susana Gilaverte, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil H. V. L. Piazetta, Universidade Federal do Paraná, Brazil
	The Effects of Proximity to Watering Points on Vegetation Parameters in Winter Rangelands of Chahe-Nou, Damghan, Iran R. Khalifeh-Zadeh, University of Agricultural and Natural Resources, Iran Mansour Mesdaghi, University of Agricultural and Natural Resources, Iran
	Herbage Production of Tanzania Grass (Panicum maximum cv. Tanzania) Submitted to Combinations of Frequencies and Intensities of Grazing by Cattle Domicio Nascimento Jr., Universidade Federal de Viçosa, Brazil Rodrigo A. Barbosa, EMBRAPA, Brazil Valéria P. B. Euclides, EMBRAPA, Brazil S. C. Da Silva, University of São Paulo R. A. Torres, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	The Timing of Daily Grazing on Annual Ryegrass or Sulla Forage: The Effects on Milk Yield and Composition of Comisana Ewes D. Giambalvo, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy L. Stringi, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy C. Scarpello, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy P. Iudicello, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy A. Bonanno, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy A. Di Grigoli, Università degli Studi di Palermo, Italy
	How Are Distances Between Grazing Cows Determined? Masae Shiyomi, Ibaraki University, Japan
	Sustainable Semi-Arid Grazing Management Based on Indigenous Shona Practices Prior to Introduction of Western Ideas in Zimbabwe O. Mugweni, Njeremoto Biodiversity Institute, Zimbabwe R. Mugweni, Njeremoto Biodiversity Institute, Zimbabwe
	Intake, Digestibility and Rate of Passage of Grass in Grazing by Light Breed Horses on Different Pastures Masahito Kawai, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan N. Yabu, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan T. Asa, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan K. Deguchi, Hokkaido Animal Husbandry Experiment Station S. Matsuoka, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan
	Stylo in China: A Tropical Forage Legume Success Story Guodao Liu, Chinese Academy of Tropical Agricultural Sciences, China S. Chakraborty, CSIRO, Australia
	Effects of Vegetation Structure and Plant Height When Grazed on Persistency of Meadow Fescue Pasture K. Sudo, National Agricultural Research Center for Hokkaido Region, Japan Y. Ogawa, National Agricultural Research Center for Hokkaido Region, Japan K. Umemura, National Agricultural Research Center for Hokkaido Region, Japan
	Impacts of Strategic Grazing on Density and Ground Cover of Naturalised Hill Pasture Zhongnan Nie, Department of Primary Industries, Australia P. E. Quigley, Department of Primary Industries, Australia R. P. Zollinger, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
	Sheep Grazing During Drought Collapses the Perennial Grass Resource in Australian Semiarid Wooded Grasslands K. C. Hodgkinson, CSIRO, Australia S. G. Marsden, CSIRO, Australia W. J. Muller, CSIRO, Australia
	The Impact of Continuous Grazing by Free Ranging Sheep on the Structure and Botanical Composition of Grassland as Determined by Multivariate Analysis G. A. Heshmati, Gorgan University of Agricultural and Natural Resources Sciences, Iran
	Rumen Degradation Characteristics of Four Species of Native Pastures from Central Mexico in Three Growing Periods A. A. Rayas, Universidad Autónoma del Estadode México, Mexico A. M. J. Espinoza‐Ortega, Universidad Autónoma del Estadode México, Mexico J. G. Estrada‐Flores, Universidad Autónoma del Estadode México, Mexico C. Arriagal, Universidad Autónoma del Estadode México, Mexico F. Mould, The University of Reading, UK O. A. Castelán-Ortega, Universidad Autónoma del Estadode México, Mexico
	Effects of Perennial Ryegrass Cultivars on Traits for Improved Animal Performance Harm J. Smit, Wageningen University, The Netherlands B. M. Tas, Wageningen University, The Netherlands Hassan Z. Taweel, Wageningen University, The Netherlands J. Dijkstra, Wageningen University, The Netherlands Anjo Elgersma, University of Ghent, Belgium S. Tamminga, Wageningen University, The Netherlands
	Selection for Tillering in Lolium multiflorum L. in Texas USA L. R. Nelson, Texas A&M University G. W. Evers, Texas A&M University M. J. Parsons, Texas A&M University
	Water Soluble Carbohydrate Content of Two Cultivars of Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium perenne) at Eight European Sites Magnus A. Halling, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweeden A. C. Longland, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK S. D. Martens, Institute of Crop and Grassland Science, Germany L. Nesheim, The Norwegian Crop Research Institute, Norway P. O'Kiely, Teagasc, Ireland
	An in Vitro Investigation of Forage Factors Which Affect the Production of Conjugated Linoleic Acid and Trans Vaccenic Acid in the Rumen. I. Grass Species Michael R. F. Lee, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK C. Hodgkins, University of Wales, UK J. K. S. Tweed, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK Nigel D. Scollan, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK R. J. Dewhurst, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Stylo Adoption in Thailand: Three Decades of Progress Chaisang Phaikaew, Department of Livestock Development, Thailand Michael D. Hare, Ubon Ratchathani University, Thailand
	Sesbania grandiflora: A Successful Tree Legume in Lombok, Indonesia D. Hasniati, University of Mataram, Indonesia M. Shelton, The University of Queensland, Australia
	Leucaena: Sustainable Crop and Livestock Production Systems in Nusa Tenggara Timur Province, Indonesia C. Piggin, Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research, Australia Jacob Nulik, Assessment Institute for Agriculture Technology, Indonesia
	Centrosema pascuorum in Australia’s Northern Territory: A Tropical Forage Legume Success Story A. G. Cameron, Berrimah Agricultural Research Centre, Australia
	Arachis pintoi in the Humid Tropics of Colombia: A Forage Legume Success Story E. Lascano Carlos, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Colombia M. Peters, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Colombia F. Holmann, International Livestock Research Institute, Colombia
	Tropical Kudzu (Pueraria phaseoloides): Successful Adoption in Sustainable Cattle Production Systems in the Western Brazilian Amazon Judson F. Valentim, EMBRAPA, Brazil C. M. S. de Andrade, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Forage Peanut (Arachis pintoi): A High Yielding and High Quality Tropical Legume for Sustainable Cattle Production Systems in the Western Brazilian Amazon Judson F. Valentim, EMBRAPA, Brazil C. M. S. de Andrade, EMBRAPA, Brazil
	Estilosantes Campo Grande in Brazil: A Tropical Forage Legume Success Story Celso D. Fernandes, EMBRAPA, Brazil Bela Grof, Amiga Court, Queensland, Australia S. Chakraborty, CSIRO, Australia Jaqueline R. Verzignassi, Universidade Estadual de Maringá, Brazil
	Butterfly Pea in Queensland: A Tropical Forage Legume Success Story Maurice J. Conway, Department of Primary Industries & Fisheries, Australia
	Effects of Grass Suppression on Legume Abundance in a Naturalised Pasture Christian Hepp, INIA, Chile I. Valentine, Massey University, New Zealand P. D. Kemp, Massey University, New Zealand
	Effect of Dairy Effluent on Turnip Nutritive Characteristics Joe L. Jacobs, Department of Primary Industries, Australia G. N. Ward, Department of Primary Industries, Australia Frank R. McKenzie, Department of Primary Industries, Australia
	Performance of Timothy Cultivars in Monoculture or in Mixtures with Meadow Fescue in Finland M. Kari, Experiment Farm of Kesko Agro, FInland M. Rinne, MTT Agrifood Research, Finland
	The Diet of Free-Ranging Beef Cattle in a Semi-Arid Savanna of Eastern Namibia A. Rothauge, Neudamm Agricultural College, Namibia A. L. Abate, University of Namibia, Namibia G. N. Smit, University of the Free State, South Africa
	Grazing Preference, Herbage Production and Quality of Diploid and Tetraploid Lolium perenne Cultivars in Southern Chile Oscar A. Balocchi, Universidad Austral de Chile, Chile Ignacio F. López, Universidad Austral de Chile, Chile
	Managing the Reproductive Development of Grasses by Grazing Practices J. P. Theau, INRA, France L. Chazelas, Lycée Agricole de Naves, France P. Ansquer, INRA, France J. Viegas, INRA, France O. Stefanini, Lycée Agricole de Naves, France M. L. Petit, Lycée Agricole de Naves, France P. Cruz, INRA, France Michael Duru, INRA, France
	Tiller Population Density and Sward Stability of Brachiaria brizantha Continuously Stocked by Cattle André F. Sbrissia, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil S. C. Da Silva, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil L. K. Molan, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil D. O. L. Sarmento, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil F. M. E. Andrade, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil A. V. Lupinacci, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil A. C. Gonçalves, Universidade de São Paulo, Brazil
	Effect of Grazing Management on Herbage Accumulation of Lucerne-Orchard Grass Sward A. Hernández Garay, Colegio de Postgraduados, México José L. Zaragoza Ramírez, Colegio de Postgraduados, México J. Pérez-Pérez, Colegio de Postgraduados, México S. González-Muñoz, Colegio de Postgraduados, México J. Herrera-Haro, Colegio de Postgraduados, México G. F. Osnaya, Colegio de Postgraduados, México Pedro A. Martínez-Hernández, Colegio de Postgraduados, México Adrián R. Quero-Carrillo, Colegio de Postgraduados, México J. F. Enriquez-Quiroz, Colegio de Postgraduados, México
	Root and Vigor Response of Big Bluestem to Summer Grazing Strategies E. M. Mousel, University of Nebraska‐Lincoln W. H. Schacht, University of Nebraska‐Lincoln L. E. Moser, University of Nebraska‐Lincoln C. W. Zanner, University of Nebraska‐Lincoln
	Rainfall and Grazing Impacts on the Population Dynamics of Bothriochloa ewartiana in Tropical Australia David M. Orr, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia Peter J. O'Reagain, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia
	Herbage Accumulation and Vegetation Structure in Tanzâniagrass (Panicum maximum, Jacq. cv Tanzania) Pasture Submitted to Regime of Intermittent Stocking Ana C. Ruggieri, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil Carlos A. M. Gomide, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil Estella R. Janusckiewicz, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil E. D. Contato, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil R. A. Reis, Instituto de Zootecnia, Brazil
	Seasonal Variation of Taproot Biomass and N Content of Lucerne Crops Under Contrasting Grazing Frequencies E. I. Teixeira, Lincoln University, New Zealand D. J. Moot, Lincoln University, New Zealand H. E. Brown, Lincoln University, New Zealand M. Mickelbart, Lincoln University, New Zealand
	Grazing Behaviour and Selection of Browse Species by Cattle, Sheep and Goats on Natural Pasture in the Sahelian Zone of Burkina Faso H. O. Sanon, INERA, Burkina Faso C. Zoungrana-Kabore, Université Polytechnique de Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso I. Ledin, Department of Animal Nutrition and Management, Sweden
	Metabolic Profiling of Heathland Plants in the Diet of Sheep Gordon G. Allison, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK Mariecia D. Fraser, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK J. M. Moorby, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK J. Kopka, Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology, Germany A. Erban, Max Planck Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology, Germany Vince J. Theobald, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, UK
	Sward Composition, Forage Yield, and Grazing Effects in Kura Clover and Grass Mixtures Peter Jeranyama, South Dakota State University Richard Leep, Michigan State University Tim Dietz, Michigan State University D. Min, Upper Peninsula Experimental Station
	Production and Plant Density of Sulla Grazed by Sheep at Three Growth Stages H. Krishna, Massey University, New Zealand Peter D. Kemp, Massey University, New Zealand
	Productivity and Grazing Capacity of Five Typical Natural Rangelands for Yaks in the Alpine Region of China Xuebing Yan, Zhengzhou College of Animal Husbandry, China Yuxia Guo, Henan Agriculture University, China Z. He, China Agricultural University, China W. Kun, China Agricultural University, China
	Effect of Stocking Rates on Plant Morphology in the Inner Mongolia Steppe of China Shiping Wang, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China Y. F. Wang, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China Z. Z. Chen, Chinese Academy of Sciences, China Bob Patton, North Dakota State University Paul Nyren, North Dakota State University
	Effect of Stocking Rate on a Stipa breviflora Desert Steppe Community of Inner Mongolia G. Han, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China Walter D. Willms, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Canada M. Zhao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China A. Gao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China S. Jiao, Inner Mongolia Agricultural University, China D. Kemp, University of Sydney, Australia
	Effect of Stocking Rate and Grazing System on Fine and Superfine Merino Wool Production and Quality on Native Swards of Uruguay I. De Barbieri, INIA, Uruguay Fabio Montossi, INIA, Uruguay E. J. Berretta, INIA, Uruguay A. Dighiero, INIA, Uruguay A. Mederos, INIA, Uruguay
	Effect of Forage Legume Species and Stocking Rate of Lambs on Sward Characteristics in Uruguay F. Montossi, INIA, Uruguay D. F. Risso, INIA, Uruguay R. San Julián, INIA, Uruguay M. Iglesias, INIA, Uruguay N. Ramos, INIA, Uruguay I. De Barbieri, INIA, Uruguay R. Cuadro, INIA, Uruguay A. Zarza, INIA, Uruguay
	The Effect of Stocking Rate and Lamb Grazing System on Sward Performance of Trifolium Repens and Lotus corniculatus in Uruguay F. Montossi, INIA, Uruguay R. San Julián, INIA, Uruguay M. Nolla, INIA, Uruguay M. Camesasca, INIA, Uruguay F. Preve, INIA, Uruguay
	Effects of Livestock Grazing on the Shrub Vegetation Biomass in the ‘Sierra de Guara’ Natural Park (Spain) J. L. Riedel, CITA, Spain I. Casasús, CITA, Spain A. García, CITA, Spain A. Sanz, CITA, Spain M. Blanco, CITA, Spain R. Revilla, CITA, Spain A. Bernués, CITA, Spain
	Intake by Lactating Goats Browsing on Mediterranean Shrubland M. Decandia, Istituto Zootecnico e Caseario per la Sardegna, Italy G. Pinna, Istituto Zootecnico e Caseario per la Sardegna, Italy A. Cabiddu, Istituto Zootecnico e Caseario per la Sardegna, Italy G. Molle, Istituto Zootecnico e Caseario per la Sardegna, Italy
	Effect of Forest Grazing in Summer on Grazing Behaviour, Heart Beat and Heat Production of Beef Cows H. Tobioka, Kyushu Tokai University, Japan M. Fukumoto, Kyushu Tokai University, Japan S. Takeda, Kyushu Tokai University, Japan
	Cattle Grazing Management Effects on Pasture Composition in Semi-Arid Woodlands Trevor J. Hall, Department of Primary Industries and Fisheries, Australia J. R. Douglas, Verniew Grazing Company, Australia
	Simulations of Woodland Grassland Transitions Caused by Elephant Kevin J. Duffy, Durban Institute of Technology, South Africa S. Moyo, Durban Institute of Technology, South Africa
	Toxicity in Beef Cattle Grazing Leucaena leucocephala in Queensland, Australia Scott A. Dalzell, The University of Queensland, Australia D. J. Burnett, The University of Queensland, Australia J. E. Dowsett, The University of Queensland, Australia V. E. Forbes, The University of Queensland, Australia H. M. Shelton, The University of Queensland, Australia
	Lactating Ewes Were Strongly Attracted to Salt When Spread on Sodium-Deficient Undergrazed Hill Pastures N. Mandaluniz, NEIKER, Spain J. C. Ruiz R. J. Lucas, Lincoln University, New Zealand

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