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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

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
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