Theme 2-2: Forage Production and Utilization--Poster Sessions

The XXIV International Grassland Congress / XI International Rangeland Congress (Sustainable Use of Grassland and Rangeland Resources for Improved Livelihoods) takes place virtually from October 25 through October 29, 2021.
Proceedings edited by the National Organizing Committee of 2021 IGC/IRC Congress
Published by the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization

XXIV International Grassland Congress /
XI International Rangeland Congress:
Forage Production and Utilization--Poster Sessions

Analysis of Ensiling Suitability of Moringa, a Woody Plant

Z. Du, China Agricultural University, China
F. Yang, China Agricultural University, China
Y. Lin, Beijing Sure Academy of Biosciences, China
Y. Cai, Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, Japan

Assessment of Causality between Climate Variables and Production for Whole Crop Maize Using Structural Equation Modeling

M. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
J. Y. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
M. H. Jo, Foundation for the Rural Youth, South Korea
H. Jo, Kangwon National University, South Korea
K. Sung, Kangwon National University, South Korea

Assessment of Climate Events in Changma Season (Korean Monsoon) for Production Trend of Sorghum-Sudangrass Hybrid (Sorghum bicolor L.) in the Central Inland Regions of Korea Using Time Series Analysis

M. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
J. Y. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
M. H. Jo, Kangwon National University, South Korea
K. Sung, Kangwon National University, South Korea
H. Jo, Kangwon National University, South Korea

Can Livestock Alone Be the Main Source of Income from Rangelands in Poor Countries?

Hossein Arzani, University of Tehran, Iran
Mohammad Jafari, University of Tehran, Iran
H. Moradii

Changes in Defoliation Patterns of Plant Functional Groups under Variable Herbage Allowance in Campos Grasslands

N. Caram, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
F. Casalás, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
Pablo Soca, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
M. Wallau, University of Florida
M. Cadenazzi, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
P. Boggiano, Universidad de la República, Uruguay

Changes in Crude Protein and Fiber Contents of Small Grain Cereals for Forage over Time

J. L. Zaragoza-Ramirez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico
N. Zayago-Ramos, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico
P. A. Martinez-Hernandez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico

Collection Priorities of Pasture Genetic Resources in the Paniceae Native to South Africa

F. L. Müller, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
M. Trytsman, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
E. L. Masemola, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
M. I. Kgonothi, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
N. R. Mkhize, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
T. J. Tjelele, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa

Comparison of Causality of Temperature and Precipitation on Italian Ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum Lam.) Yield between Cultivation Fields via Multi-Group Structural Equation Model Analysis in the Republic of Korea

M. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
J. Y. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
M. H. Jo, Foundation for the Rural Youth, South Korea
C. H. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
K. Sung, Kangwon National University, South Korea

Cross-Protection against ALS-Inhibiting Herbicides in Non-Transgenic Switchgrass Selected for Imazapic Resistance

C. M. Adams, Mississippi State University
J. I. Morrison, Mississippi State University
B. S. Baldwin, Mississippi State University

Current Status and Future Strategy in Megathyrsus maximus Breeding Program at the Alliance Bioversity - CIAT

L. M. Hernandez, The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, Colombia
V. Castiblanco, The Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, Colombia

Diversity and Taxonomic Identity of Rumen Bacterial Community in Cattle Fed Different Diets

B. K. Korir, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation, Kenya
J. K. N. Kuria, University of Nairobi, Kenya
D. M. Mwangi, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation, Kenya
M. M. M. Wanyoike, University of Nairobi, Kenya

Economic Injury Level for Bermudagrass Stem Maggot (Diptera: Muscidae) in Bermudagrass Forage Production in Texas

V. Corriher-Olson, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
A. Knutson, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension
F. Mitchell, Texas A&M AgriLife Research

Effect of Cutting Height on Productivity and Quality of Alfalfa in Northern Area of Korea

Jong Geun Kim, Seoul National University, South Korea
C. Liu, Seoul National University, South Korea
S. N. Wei, Seoul National University, South Korea
Y. F. Li, Seoul National University, South Korea
E. C. Jeong, Seoul National University, South Korea
H. J. Kim, Seoul National University, South Korea

Effect of Cutting Stage and Turning Frequency on Nutritive Value and Digestibility of Two Tropical Forages

M. M. Chiphwanya, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Malawi
F. C. Chigwa, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Malawi
H. D. C. Msiska, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources, Malawi

Seasonality and Grazing Management Effect on Growth and Nutritional Composition of Herbage on Semi-Natural Grasslands Grazed by Dairy Cows in Southwest Germany

E. Velasco, University of Hohenheim, Germany
S. Perdana-Decker, University of Hohenheim, Germany
J. Werner, University of Hohenheim, Germany
U. Dickhoefer, University of Hohenheim, Germany

Effect of Native Grassland Intensification over Cattle Performance

N. Caram, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
F. Casalás, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
M. Cadenazzi, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
R. Zanoniani, Universidad de la República, Uruguay
P. Boggiano, Universidad de la República, Uruguay

Effect of Prompt-Delayed Packaging and Ensiling Time on Fermentation and Aerobic Stability of Soybean Curd Residue

Ajmal Wali, Okayama University, Japan
Takeshi Tsuruta, Okayama University, Japan
Naoki Nishino, Okayama University, Japan

Effect of Seeding Rates on Productivity and Quality of Alfalfa in Northern Area of Korea

Jong Geun Kim, Seoul National University, South Korea
C. Liu, Seoul National University, South Korea
S. N. Wei, Seoul National University, South Korea
Y. F. Li, Seoul National University, South Korea
E. C. Jeong, Seoul National University, South Korea
H. J. Kim, Seoul National University, South Korea

Effects of Banana Peels on Chicken Weight Gain and Egg Production in the Urban and Peri-Urban Areas of Aksum City, Ethiopia

H. G. Araya, University of Nairobi, Kenya
S. G. Gebrekristos, Aksum University, Ethiopia
W. V. Oliver, University of Nairobi, Kenya

Effects of Harvest Frequency on Yield and Self-Thinning in Irrigated Orchardgrass (Dactylis glomerata L.) in Oregon, USA

G. Jones, Oregon State University

Effects of Maturity and Drying Method on the Nutritive Value of Tropical Grasses in Nicaragua

Rocky Lemus, Mississippi State University
R. van der Hoek, Alliance of Biodiversity International and CIAT, Nicaragua
Y. C. Newman, University of Wisconsin-River Falls
M. Mena, Alliance of Biodiversity International and CIAT, Nicaragua
K. A. Albrecht, University of Wisconsin-Madison

Effects of Stages of Growth on Dry Matter Yield and Nutrient Composition of Red Clover in the Year of Establishment in Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

T. T. Akpensuen, University of Jos, Nigeria
J. T. Amodu, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria
O. A. T. Namo, University of Jos, Nigeria
R. J. Tanko, Ahmadu Bello University, Nigeria

Evaluation of Morphogenesis and Yield of Three Pennisetum purpureum Varieties in South-West, Nigeria

Victoria O. A. Ojo, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
T. A. Adeyemi, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
D. K. Oyaniran, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
G. A. Akinade, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
Olufemi S. Onifade, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Nigeria

Examining the Impact of Patch Burning on Livestock Grazing Patterns in Edwards Plateau, Texas

W. G. Gao, Texas A&M University
J. P. A. Angerer, Texas A&M University
X. B. W. Wu, Texas A&M University
D. T. Tolleson, Texas A&M University

Farmers’ Perceptions on Different Forage Types in Southern Highlands of Tanzania

B. Nzogela, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Kenya
S. W. Mwendia, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Kenya
A. J. Mwilawa, Tanzania Livestock Research Institute, Tanzania
J. Kizima, Tanzania Livestock Research Institute, Tanzania
J. Bwire, Tanzania Livestock Research Institute, Tanzania
A. O. Notenbaert, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Kenya

Forage Accumulation and Quality of Three Contrasting Ecotypes of Tall Fescue (Schedonorus arundinaceus) Managed under Frequent Defoliation

J. Mattera, INTA, Argentina
O. Scheneiter, INTA, Argentina
I. Cattoni, INTA, Argentina
E. Pacente, INTA, Argentina
P. Barletta, INTA, Argentina
O. Bertín, INTA, Argentina

Forage Production and Grazing Behaviour of Beef Cattle in Agrosilvopastoral Systems in Brazil during the Dry Season

M. Pereira, University of Hohenheim, Germany
P. Zawada, University of Hohenheim, Germany
J. Werner, University of Hohenheim, Germany
M. M. Macedo, EMBRAPA, Brazil
R. G. Almeida, EMBRAPA, Brazil
U. Dickhoefer, University of Hohenheim, Germany

Forage Quality of Cereal–Common Vetch at Different Age and Proportions

J. L. Zaragoza-Ramirez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico
P. A. Martinez-Hernandez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico
Ma. De L. Reyes-Medel, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, Mexico

Forage Yield of Oat on the Four Altitude Regions of the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau

H. B. Zhang, Lanzhou University, China
C. T. Liu, Lanzhou University, China
J. Q. Deng, Lanzhou University, China
X. L. Yang, Lanzhou University, China

Genetic Diversity among and within Accessions of a Lablab (Lablab purpureus) Collection Maintained in the ILRI Forage Genebank

M. S. Muktar, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
A. M. Sartie, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
A. T. Negawo, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
E. Habte, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
C. S. Jones, International Livestock Research Institute, Kenya

Global Assessment of Grassland Carrying Capacities and Relative Stocking Densities of Livestock

J. Piipponen, Aalto University, Finland
M. Jalava, Aalto University, Finland
J. de Leeuw, Baku State University, Azerbaijan
A. Rizayeva, University of Wisconsin-Madison
C. Godde, CSIRO, Australia
M. Herrero, CSIRO, Australia
M. Kummu, Aalto University, Finland

Green Canopy Cover Percentage as a Method for Quantifying Andropogon virginicus (Broomsedge) Reduction through Fertilizer Applications in a Cool Season Hay Production System

Jordyn A. Bush, University of Kentucky
Jimmy C. Henning, University of Kentucky
Christopher D. Teutsch, University of Kentucky

Impact of Abnormal Climate Events on the Production of Italian Ryegrass as a Season in the Republic of Korea

M. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
J. Y. Kim, Kangwon National University, South Korea
M. H. Jo, Foundation for the Rural Youth, South Korea
H. Jo, Kangwon National University, South Korea
K. Sung, Kangwon National University, South Korea

Improvement of Feeding Value of Quinoa Stalk with White Rot Fungi Treatment

M. Hanada, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan
T. Egi, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan
S. Muyila, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan
J. Njiolomba, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan
Y. Tokura, Obihiro University of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine, Japan

Improving Forage Production Quantity and Quality Using Native Legume Species in Semi-Arid Agrosilvopastoral System

M. Louhaichi, International Center for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas, Tunisia
S. Slim, University of Carthage, Tunisia
M. Gamoun, International Centre for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas, Tunisia
S. Hassan, International Centre for Agricultural Research in the Dry Areas, Jordan
J. Kailene, Tunisia Agriculture Ministry, Tunisia
I. Hamdaoui, Institut National Agronomique de Tunisie, Tunisia

Improving Pasture Productivity and Persistence by Renovating or Rejuvenating

A. Omokanye, Peace Country Beef & Forage Association, Canada
D. Westerlund, Chinook Applied Research Association, Canada
G. Hernandez-Ramirez, University of Alberta, Canada

Increasing Precipitation Decreases Water Use Efficiency of Alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) in a Semiarid Region

H. Ni, Lanzhou University, China
H. K. Chu, Lanzhou University, China
X. F. Lai, Lanzhou University, China
J. Q. Deng, Lanzhou University, China
Yuying Shen, Lanzhou University, China

Kentucky’s Comprehensive Outreach Program for Horse Pasture Management and Education

Krista Lea, University of Kentucky
S. Ray Smith, University of Kentucky

Long-Term Changes in Dry Matter Yield in Variety Trials of Forage Species in Sweden

Magnus A. Halling, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden

Managing Vegetation in Grasslands Habitats to Meet Livestock or Wildlife Objectives

B. Sleugh, Corteva AgriScience
S. Flynn, Corteva AgriScience
D. C. Cummings, Corteva AgriScience
W. Hatler, Corteva AgriScience
D. Hillger, Corteva AgriScience
C. Hart, Corteva AgriScience

Microbial Population and Fermentation Characteristics of Total Mixed Ration Prepared with Local Feed Resources in Mozambique

Y. Cai, Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, Japan
Z. Du, Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, Japan
S. Yamasaki, Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, Japan
D. Nguluve, Agricultural Research Institute of Mozambique, Mozambique
F. Macome, Agricultural Research Institute of Mozambique, Mozambique
T. Oya, Japan International Research Center for Agricultural Sciences, Japan

Mineral Profile of Panicum maximum var. Ntchisi as Influenced by Organic Nitrogen Rate and Age at Harvest

P. Dele, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
B. Akinyemi, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
O. Oyeleke, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
C. Anotaenwere, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
F. Salawu, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria
S. O. Onifade, Federal University of Agriculture, Nigeria

Nutritional Characterisation of Introduced Improved Brachiaria Grasses in Rwanda

M. Mutimura, Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board, Rwanda
P. C. Hitimana, Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board, Rwanda

Nutritional Quality of Available Forages for Small Stock during a Drought in an Arid Pastoral Landscape in South Africa

M. I. Samuels, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
F. L. Müller, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
C. F. Cupido, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
M. B. V. Swarts, Agricultural Research Council, South Africa
L. F. Cyster, University of the Western Cape, South Africa

Participatory Evaluation of Urochloa and Megathyrsus Forage Species in Western Kenya: Farmers Perspective

Ruth Odhiambo, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Kenya
Solomon Mwendia, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Kenya
David Mwangi, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization, Kenya
Alfred Juma, Send a Cow, Kenya
An Notenbaert, International Center for Tropical Agriculture, Kenya

Pasture Utilization at Islands in Northern Norway

V. Lind, Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research, Norway
Ø. Holand, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Norway
F.-A. Haugen, Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research, Norway
G. Steinheim, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Norway

Performance of the Leucaena leucocephalaMegathyrsus maximus cv Mombasa System and Local Range Grazed by Pelibuey Ewe-Lambs

E. Cortés Díaz, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México
J. C. Campos Ojeda, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México
P. Martínez Hernández, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México
J. L. Zaragoza Ramírez, Universidad Autónoma Chapingo, México

Performance of Napier Grass (Cenchrus purpureus L.) Genotypes Grown under Limited Soil Moisture

E. Habte, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
M. S. Muktar, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
A. T. Negawo, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
A. M. Sartie, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia
C. S. Jones, International Livestock Research Institute, Ethiopia

Predicting Forage Intake by Sheep through the Pampa Corte Model or NRC

C. A. Pozo, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
Gilberto V. Kozloski, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
H. M. N. Ribeiro Filho, Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina, Brazil
J. F. Tourrand, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil
Vicente Celestino Pires Silveira, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria, Brazil

Relationship between Semi-Arid Rangelands Quality Parameters and Vegetation Indexes

P. Toro-Mujica, Universidad de O’Higgins, Chile
D. Enriquez-Hidalgo, University of Bristol, UK
S. Escobar, Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, Chile

Nutritional Sensitivity Per Morphological Component in Urochloa Hybrid under Tropical Environments

Bernal-Flores Alvaro, Colegio de Postgraduados, Mexico
E. A. Pizarro, Grupo Papalotla, Mexico
Adrián R. Quero-Carrillo, Colegio de Postgraduados, Mexico
Paulino Pérez-Rodríguez, Colegio de Postgraduados, Mexico
Ramon Rodolfo Ruíz, Grupo Papalotla, Mexico
Thiago Da Cruz Madeira, Grupo Papalotla, Mexico