American Dairy Science Association
92nd Annual Meeting
June 22-25, 1997
University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario

PRODUCTION DIVISION PROGRAM

Schedule as of: 5/15/97; schedule subject to change

Schedule of Events

Sunday, June 22, 1997
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Informal Dairy Nutrition Modeling Meeting
8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
National Research Council Board on Ag Open Forum
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Symposium: Physiology 1 and Milk Sythesis 1
4:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m.
Production Division Council Meeting
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Production Division Committee Meeting

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Graduate Competition
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Symposium: Dairy Cattle Improvement 1
8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Management 1: Waste Management and Modeling Systems
8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Physiology 2: Reproduction and Metabolism
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Symposium: Extension and Education 1
Milk Synthesis 2: Posters
Nutrition 1: Forages
8:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Nutrition 2: Protein, BUN, MUN
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Nutrition 3: Lipids, Carbohydrates, Metabolism - Posters
Health 1: Metabolic Disorders
Health 2: Posters - Mastitis and Immunology
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
ADSA Foundation Lectureship
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Management 3: Jay-Good Acres Decision Case
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Physiology 3: Posters - Growth Hormone, Reproduction, and Lactation
1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Extension and Education 2: Undergraduate Teaching Beyond 2000
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Extension and Education 3: Posters
1:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Nutrition 4: Symposium
1:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Nutrition 5: General Nutrition
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Nutrition 6: Posters - Minerals and Vitamins
Nutrition 7: Posters - Calf and Heifer Nutrition
Symposium: Health 3 - Emerging Health Issues
Health 4: Posters - Mastitis and Immunology

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
Production Extension Specialists' Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Dairy Cattle Improvement 2: Genetic Evaluation of Dairy Cattle
Dairy Cattle Improvement 3: Posters - General Dairy Cattle Breeding
8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Management 3: Animal Care, Welfare, Well-Being and Behavior
8:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Milk Synthesis 3
8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Extension and Education 4
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Nutrition 8: General Nutrition
8:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Nutrition 9: Energy and Carbohydrates
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Nutrition 10: Calf and Heifer Nutrition
Nutrition 11: Forages - Posters
8:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Health 5: Mastitis
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Health 6: Roundtable Discussion
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Production Division Business Meeting
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dairy Cattle Improvement 4: Computation methods, non-additive genetics and genetic markers
Management 4: General Management - Posters
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Management 5: Symposium
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Extension and Education 5
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Physiology 4: Contemporary Topics Session
1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Nutrition 12: Minerals and Vitamins
1:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Nutrition 13: Lipids
1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Nutrition 14: Proteins - Posters
Health 7: Posters - Metabolic Disorders
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Town Hall Meeting

Wednesday, June 25, 1997
7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Production Division Committee Officers' Breakfast
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Dairy Cattle Improvement 5: Selection for Total Economic Merit
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Extension and Education 6: Roundtable Discussion
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Nutrition 15: Roundtable Discussion
Nutrition 16: Protein
Nutrition 17: General Nutrition - Posters
8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Health: Mastitis and Immunology
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
ADSA Business Meeting

Informal Dairy Nutrition Modeling Meeting: Using Models to Advance Diet Formulation for Dairy Cattle

Saturday, June 21, 1997
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Mackinnon 120, 306-310

National Research Council Board on Agriculture Committee on Animal Nutrition Subcommittee on Dairy Cattle Nutrition: Open Forum

Sunday, June 22, 1997
8:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Chemistry-Microbiology Room 200

PRODUCTION DIVISION COUNCIL MEETING

Sunday, June 22, 1997
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Chairperson: D. K. Beede, Michigan State University,
East Lansing University Centre 334

PRODUCTION DIVISION COMMITTEE MEETINGS

Sunday, June 22, 1997
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Dairy Cattle Improvement, Mackinnon 304
Extension and Education, Mackinnon 305
Graduate Student Paper Competition, Mackinnon 306
Health, Mackinnon 307
Management, Mackinnon 308
Nutrition, Mackinnon 315
Resolutions, Mackinnon 316
Nominating, Mackinnon 317
Milk Synthesis, University Centre 441
Physiology, University Centre 431


SYMPOSIUM
Physiology 1 and Milk Synthesis 1
Optimizing Protein Nutrition for Reproduction and Lactation

Sunday, June 22, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairpersons: M. C. Lucy, and J. Kennelly
MacNaughton 105

12:00 P1
Review of protein nutrition-reproduction studies. D.J. Carroll*, B.A. Barton and D.R. Thomas, Oregon State University, Corvallis and Purina Mills, St. Louis, MO.

12:40 P2
Effect of protein nutrition on ovarian and uterine physiology. W.R. Butler, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

1:20 P3
Methods of monitoring protein nutrition in the whole animal. B.A. Barton* and D.J. Carroll, Purina Mills, Inc., St. Louis, MO and Oregon State University, Corvallis.

2:00
Break

2:30 P4
Regulation of amino acid and protein metabolism of the lactating mammary gland. B.J. Bequette*1, F.R.C. Backwell1, L.A. Crompton2, 1Rowett Research Institute, UK, and 2Reading University, UK.

3:10 P5
Amino acid supply and physiological controls of milk protein synthesis. D.E. Bauman*1, T.R. Mackle1, M.A. McGuire2 and J.M. Griinari3, 1Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, 2University of Idaho, Moscow, and 3Valio, Inc., Helsinki, Finland.

3:50 P6
End-product control of milk secretion by a protein in milk. C.J. Wilde and M. Peaker, Hannah Research Institute, Ayr, UK.

4:30
General Discussion
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Graduate Competition

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
Chairperson: C. Luhman, Cenex/Land O' Lakes, St. Paul, MN
Thornbrough 100

8:00 P7
Comparison of cottonseed meal to soybean meal as a protein source for early lactation dairy cows. J.T. Blackwelder*, B.A. Hopkins, L.W. Whitlow, and D.E. Diaz, North Carolina State University, Raleigh.

8:15 P8
Effect of level and source of protein on ruminal fermentation and microbial efficiency. M. E. Costas*, J. N. Spain, M. S. Kerley, and J. E. Williams, University of Missouri-Columbia.

8:30 P9
Effect of long-term abomasal or ruminal starch infusion on milk yield and glucose metabolism of early lactation cows. K.F. Knowlton*, T.E. Dawson, K.L. Sarratt, B.P. Glenn, and R.A. Erdman, USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Beltsville, MD, and University of Maryland, College Park.

8:45 P10
Influence of forage species, supplementation rate, and stocking rate on performance of lactating Holstein cows managed on rotationally stocked pastures. J.H. Fike*, C.R. Staples, B. Macoon, and L.E. Sollenberger, University of Florida, Gainesville.

9:00 P11
Periparturient traits correlate with postpartum dry matter intake and milk yield. D.E. Putnam*, K.J. Soder, L.A. Holden, G.A. Varga, and H.M. Dann, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park.

9:15 P12
Effects of season and feeding of 15 and 30% whole cottonseed on conception rates, plasma estradiol and progesterone, blood parameters, and body condition of dairy cows. H.A. Rachuonyo*, D.L. Vincent, J.R. Carpenter, R.J. Early, C.N. Lee, and K.S. Ledgerwood, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu.

9:30 P13
Glucagon decreases triacylglycerols in fatty livers of dairy cows. A.R. Hippen*, P. She, G.L. Lindberg, D.C. Beitz, and J.W. Young, Iowa State University, Ames.

9:45
Break

10:00 P14
Quantifying the relationship of dietary cation anion difference to blood calcium in cows during hypocalcemia. J.G. Giesy*, W.K. Sanchez, M.A. McGuire, J.J. Higgins, L.A. Griffel, and M.A. Guy, University of Idaho, Moscow.

10:15 P15
Effects of arterial pCO2 on IgG absorption efficiency in neonatal Holstein calves. J. P. Drewry*, J. D. Quigley, III, D. R. Geiser, and K. R. Martin, University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

10:30 P16
Assessment of immunocompetence of Holstein dairy bulls as measured by neutrophil iodination capacity during an immunosuppression model. S.C. Kelm*1, M.E. Kehrli, Jr.2, A.E. Freeman1, J.L. Burton3, and A.L Kuck4, 1Iowa State University, Ames, 2NADC-USDA-ARS, Ames, IA, 3Michigan State University, East Lansing, and 421st Century Genetic, Shawano, WI.

10:45 P17
Expression of siderophore and ferric enterobactin receptor by coliform bacteria isolated from naturally occurring intramammary infections. Jun Lin*, K.L. Smith, and J.S. Hogan, Ohio State University, Wooster, OH.

11:00 P18
Survival analysis of first-crop' daughters of Holstein bulls. J.W. Dürr*, H.G. Monardes, and R.I. Cue, McGill University, Canada.

11:15 P19
Income minus feed costs and seasonality of individual cow milk production. E. Hovingh*, and I.R. Dohoo, University of Prince Edward Island, Canada.
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SYMPOSUM
Dairy Cattle Improvement 1
Symposium in honor of Prof. Charles Smith
on Breeding Objectives and Strategies

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 5:00 am
Chairperson: J.P. Gibson
MacNaughton 105

8:00
Invited Presentation - Contributions of Charles Smith to animal breeding. J. Gibson*, University of Guelph, Canada.

8:15 P20
Invited Presentation - Consensus and debate in the definition of breeding objectives. M.E. Goddard*, University of New England, Armidale, Australia.

9:00
Invited Presentation - Applying breeding objectives to dairy cattle improvement. J.C.M. Dekkers*, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada.

9:45
Break

10:00 P21
Invited Presentation - Objectives and strategies in pig improvement: an applied perspective. A.J. Webb*, Cotswold Pig Development Co., Ltd., England.

10:45 P22
Invited Presentation - Optimizing pureline breeding strategies utilizing reproductive technologies. T.H.E. Meuwissen*, DLO-Institute of Animal Science & Health, Lelystad, The Netherlands.

11:30
Lunch

1:00 P23
Invited Presentation - Optimizing cross-breeding and mating strategies. B.P. Kinghorn*, University of England, Armidale, Australia.

1:45 P24
Invited Presentation - Detection and utilization of single genes without DNA assays. R.L. Fernando*, C. Stricker, and T. Wang, Iowa State University, Ames.

2:30 P332
Monte Carlo Bayesian versus maximum likelihood heritability estimates in a finite polygenetic model. K.M. Gage*, I. Hoeschele, and C. Stricker, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg.

2:45
Break

3:00
Invited Presentation - Detection of marker-QTL associations. J. van Arendonk*, Department of Animal Breeding, Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands.

3:45 P24A
On the use of regression and maximum likelihood for QTL mapping in halfsib designs. P. V. Baret, S. A. Knott and P. M. Visscher*, University of Edinburgh, Scotland.

4:00 P25
Strategies to utilize marker-QTL associations. C.S. Haley*1 and P.M. Visscher2, 1Roslin Institute, Edinburgh, UK and 2University of Edinburgh, UK.

4:45 Wrap-up
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Management 1
Waste Management and Modeling Systems

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 11:30 am
Chairpersons: D. Grusenmeyer, Washington State University and S. M. Andrew, Willington, CT
MacdonaldHall 149

8:00 P26
Characterization of on-farm phosphorus budgets and management in the Lake Champlain Basin. R. D. Allshouse*, E. D. Thomas, C. J. Sniffen, K. Grimes and C. Majewski, Miner Agricultural Research Institute, Chazy, NY.

8:15 P27
Manure production from dry Holstein and Jersey cows. D. Meyer, University of California, Davis.

8:30 P28
Physical and microbial analyses of dried manure used for Evaluation of manure solids used for bedding. D. Meyer, J.C. Cullor, T. Shultz, C. Collar, J. Higginbotham, B. Reed, and M. Arana, University of California, Davis.

8:45 P29
Development of the predator fly, Hydrotaea aenescens, in calf manure-soil substrates. M.E. Sowerby* and J.A. Hogsette, University of Florida, Gainesville.

9:00 P30
Management decisions on dairy farms in Pennsylvania. C. Meadows*, Z. Dou, J. Ferguson, and C. Ramberg, University of Pennsylvania, Kennett Square, PA.

9:15 P31
Dairy farm nutrient management in Pennsylvania: practices and implications. Z. Dou*, C. Meadows, J. Ferguson, and C. Ramberg, University of Pennsylvania, Kennett Square, PA.

9:30
Break

9:45 P32
Determining the effect of a management information system on herd production. M.A. Tomaszewski1, E.M. Sudweeks1, A.A. Dijkkkhuisen2, and Ruud B. Huirne2, 1Texas A&M University and 2Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands.

10:00 P33
Prioritizing dairy herd performance measures for enterprise profitability. M. Lunak* and M. A. Faust, Iowa State University, Ames.

10:15 P34
Effects of extended calving intervals with use of bST on lactation performance. D.M. Galton*, R.W. Everett, R. J. Collier, M. F. McGrath and D. L. Hard, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

10:30 P35
The role of conformation traits as predictors of clinical mastitis on test day using artificial neural networks. X.Z. Yang*, R. Lacroix and K.M. Wade, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.

10:45 P36
Comparison of rebreeding policies for Ontario dairy herds. J.C.B. Plaizier*, G.J. King, J.C.M. Dekkers and K. Lissemore, University of Guelph, Canada.

11:00 P37
An aggregated decision-support system for the recommendation of dairy cattle culling. M. Strasser*, R. Lacroix, R. Kok and K.M. Wade, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.

11:15 P38
Effect of learning parameters and data presentation on artificial neural network performance in predicting milk, fat and protein yield. F. Salehi*, R. Lacroix, and K.M. Wade, McGill University, Montreal, Canada.
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SYMPOSIUM
Extension and Education 1
Putting Nutrition Research Into Application on the Farm

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Chairperson: J.G. Linn, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
Axelrod 200

8:00 P39
Nutrient requirements for dairy cattle in the NRC versus some of the commonly used ration software. M.L. Eastridge*1 and H.F. Bucholtz2, 1The Ohio State University, Columbus and 2Michigan State University, East Lansing.

8:50 P40
Use of fiber and effect of processing in ration formulation. G.A. Varga, Pennsylvania State University, University Park.

9:40
Break

10:00 P41
Variability in delivery of nutrients to lactating dairy cows. A.F. Kertz, Purina Mills, St. Louis, MO.

10:50 P42
Accounting for the effects of environment on the nutrient requirements of dairy cattle. D.G. Fox* and T.P Tylutki, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

11:40 Discussion
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Physiology 2 - Reproduction and Metabolism

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 10:30 am
Chairpersons: A.G. Hunter, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
and C.R. Staples, University of Florida, Gainesville
Family & Consumer Studies 300

8:00 P43
Effects of energy balance on hormonal patterns and recovered oocytes of lactating cows. K.W. Kendrick*, T.L. Bailey, A. Ahmadzadeh, R.E. Bethard, M.H. Irby, D.W. Johnson, A.W. Pryor, R.E. Pearson, and F.C. Gwazdauskas, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg.

8:15 P44
Effect of culture media protein supplementation on early in vitro development of bovine embryos. A. Haine, T. Rahil & A.G. Hunter*, University of Minnesota, St. Paul.

8:30 P45
Conception rates in dairy cattle is affected by the number of semen straws thawed for breeding. C.N. Lee*, T.Z. Huang and A.B. Sagayaga, University of Hawaii-Manoa, Hawaii.

8:45 P46
Reproductive responses to bovine somatotropin (bST) in primiparous (P) and multiparous (M) cows with one or two corpora lutea (CL). C.R. Bilby* and M.C. Lucy, University of Missouri, Columbia.

9:00 P47
Uptake of glucose and cholesterol by the ovary of sheep and cattle and the influence of arterial LH concentrations. A. R. Rabiee, I.J. Lean*, J.M. Gooden, and B.G. Miller, University of Sydney, Australia.

9:15 P48
Glucose uptake ability of the small intestine in mature Holstein heifers. P.H. Luimes, J.P. Cant, B.W. McBride, University of Guelph, Ontario.

9:30 P49
Cell cycle control of plasminogen activator (u-PA), u-PA receptor and inhibitor in bovine mammary cell lines. B. Zavizion, J.H. White*, I. Politis and A.J. Bramley, University of Vermont, Burlington.

9:45 P50
Detection of plasmin and plasminogen activator inhibitor activities in resting and activated bovine neutrophils. B. Zavizion, A. Purmal, J.H. White* and A.J. Bramley, University of Vermont, Burlington.

10:00 P51
Effect of niacin supplementation on milk production and thermoregulatory responses of dairy cows. J.N. Spain* and D.E. Spiers; University of Missouri, Columbia.
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Milk Synthesis 2 - Posters

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Chairperson: J. J. Kennelly, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre
Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

1 P52
Milk composition responses to unilateral arterial infusion of amino acid mixtures. J.P. Cant*, D.R. Trout, F. Qiao, and B.W. McBride, University of Guelph, Canada.

2 P53
A bovine mammary epithelial cell line (ATM- 1) expressing casein. D. Labrecque*1, H. Pointu2, L.-M. Houdebine2, J.Attal2, M.-C. Th‚ron2, and D. Petitclerc1, 1AAFC, Lennoxville Research Centre (Québec), Canada and 1INRA, Jouy-en-Josas, France.

3 P54
Variation in the characteristics of milkfat from pasture-fed dairy cows in New Zealand. T.R. Mackle1, S.F. Petch1, H.V. Henderson2, A.K.H. MacGibbon3, and M.J. Auldist1*, 1Dairying Research Corporation Ltd., Hamilton, New Zealand, 2AgResearch, Hamilton, New Zealand and 3New Zealand Dairy Research Institute, Palmerston North, New Zealand.

4 P55
The effect of hormone combinations on the expression of milk proteins by primary bovine mammary epithelial cells. E. Matitashvili*, and D.E. Bauman, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

5 P56
The role of substrata (collagen and extracellular matrix) in differentiation of primary bovine mammary epithelial cells. E. Matitashvili*1, B. Zavizion2, and D.E. Bauman1, 1Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, and 2University of Vermont, Burlington.

6 P57
Peptide bound amino acids in arterial and mammary venous plasma of high yielding dairy cows. G.A.L. Meijer, L.H. de Jonge, M. Breuer, J. van der Meulen, and A.M van Vuuren*, DLO-Institute for Animal Science and Health, Lelystad, The Netherlands.

7 P58
Reinitiation of lactation function in the bovine mammary gland following a period of extended milk stasis. M.S. Noble* and W.L. Hurley, University of Illinois, Urbana.

8 P59
Integration of the lacZ gene into the mammary gland using an adenovirus vector. K. Plaut*, S.I. Munaim, A.J. Bramley, Northeast Dairy Foods Research Center, University of Vermont, Burlington.

9 P60
Breast ovarian cancer susceptibility protein (BRCA1) in milk, tissue and cells. V.L. Spitsberg and R.C. Gorewit*, Cornell University, Ithaca NY.

10 P61
Bovine somatotropin down regulates milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) m-FABP phosphorylation. V.L. Spitsberg and R.C. Gorewit*, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

11 P62
No evidence for basolateral milk protein secretion in the goat mammary gland. K. Stelwagen*, R.D. McLaren, S.A. Turner, H.A. McFadden, and C.G. Prosser, AgReseach, Hamilton, New Zealand.
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Nutrition 1: Forages

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Chairpersons: J. L. Firkins and L. Kung Jr.
Richards 124

8:00 P63
Effect of bacterial inoculation, amylase, or a combination of bacteria + amylase on the nutritive value of corn silage for the lactating dairy cow. J. H. Harrison1, S. Timmermans*1, R. Riley1, D. Davidson1, M. Halstead1, and K. Genin2, 2Washington State University Dairy Forage Facility, Puyallup and 2CHR Hansens, Milwaukee, WI.

8:15 P64
Effect of mechanical processing, inoculation, and maturity on ensiling characteristics of whole plant corn silage. L. Johnson*1, J. H. Harrison1, D. Davidson1, K. Shinners2, 1Washington State University Dairy Forage Facility, Puyallup and 2University of Wisconsin, Madison.

8:30 P65
Effect of brown midrib 3 gene on forage quality and yield of corn hybrids. M. S. Allen*, M. Oba, D. Storck, and J. F. Beck, Michigan State University, East Lansing and Cargill Hybrid Seeds, Aurora, IL.

8:45 P66
Effect of NDF digestibility of corn silage on DMI and milk production of high producing dairy cows. M. Oba* and M. S. Allen, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

9:00 P67
Microbial inoculation and wilting interval effects on sorghum bale silage. M.E. McCormick*, G.J.Coumo and D.C. Blouin, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, LAES, Franklinton and Baton Rouge.

9:15 P68
Composition and digestibility of tropical corn silage. Y.K. Chen*, L.E. Chase, W.J. Cox and D.G. Fox, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

9:30 P69
Effects of solar radiation and age of regrowth on nutrient composition in vitro digestibility, yield and growth characteristics of alfalfa grown in a sub-tropicalclimate. J.R. Carpenter*, R.F. Guyton, C.M. Campbell, E.B. Ho-a, D. Matsuyama and R.Y. Niino-DuPonte, University of Hawaii at Manoa, Honolulu.

9:45 P70
Performance of lactating dairy cows fed alfalfa or perennial ryegrass. P.C. Hoffman*, D.K. Combs and M.D. Casler, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

10:00
Break

10:15 P71
Perennial grass management for dry cows. J.H. Cherney* and D.J.R. Cherney, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

10:30 P72
Mineral content of forages receiving different manure application rates. J. K. Bernard*, M. D. Mullen, B. N. Duck, and J. McLure, The University of Tennessee, Jackson.

10:45 P73
High moisture corn, dry ground corn and zero supplement for grazing cows compared toTMR for milk yield and composition. C.E. Polan*, W.A. Wark, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg.

11:00 P74
Economic evaluation of grazing dairy cattle using a low-input sustainable agriculture approach. J.A. Bertrand*, F.E. Pardue, T. Trantham, T. Q. Sudduth and B. Pinkerton, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.

11:15 P75
Comparison of Klason lignin and ADL by calorimetry. H.G. Jung* and V.H. Varel, USDA-ARS, St. Paul, MN and Clay Center, NE.

11:30 P76
Digestion rate of NDF-N in tropical forages of varying maturities and levels of fertilization. F.I. Juarez*, A.N. Pell, and J.B. Robertson, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

11:45 P77
Silage quality effects on the digestion of carbohydrates fractionated with ethanol. P.H. Doane*, P. Schofield and A.N. Pell, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.
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Nutrition 2: Protein, BUN, MUN

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Chairperson: M. J. VandeHaar
Chemistry & Microbiology 200

8:00 P78
Effects of altering RUP level and feed intake on some nitrogen metabolites in dairy cows. S.Moscardini*, P. Susmel, T.C. Wright, B.W.T. McBride, University of Udine, Italy and University of Guelph, Canada.

8:15 P79
Effects of pressure toasting at various conditions on in situ degradability of peas, lupins, faba beans and soy beans. J.O. Goelema*, A.F.B. van der Poel, G. Hof, and S. Tamminga, Wageningen Institute of Animal Sciences, The Netherlands.

8:30 P80
Optimal concentration and time for single batch estimates of ruminal protein degradability with Streptomyces griseus protease. G. Licitra, S. Carpino, I. Schadt, P.J. Van Soest and C.J. Sniffen University of Catania, Progetto Ibleo, Italy, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, and Miner Institute, Chazy, NY.

8:45 P81
Kinetic analysis of Streptomyces griseus protease degradations of ruminant feeds. I. Schadt, S. Carpino, S. Barresi, G. Licitra and P.J. Van Soest, Progetto Ibleo, University of Catania, Italy, Cornell University, Ithaca NY.

9:00 P82
Pennsylvania DHIA milk urea testing. J.D. Ferguson*, N. Thomsen, D. Slesser, D. Burris, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, Kennett Square, PA and Pennsylvania Dairy Herd Improvement Association, State College, PA.

9:15 P83
Comparison of BUN and MUN tested by different methods. J. D. Ferguson*, N. Thomsen, B. Vecchiarelli, J. Beach, University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, Kennett Square, PA.

9:30 P84
Evaluation of Milk Urea Nitrogen (MUN) as a Dietary Monitor for Dairy Cows. A.D. Garcia*, J.G. Linn, S.C. Stewart, J.D. Olson, and W.G. Olson, University of Minnesota, St. Paul.

9:45 P85
Estimation and evaluation of nutritional parameters from milk urea nitrogen. J.S. Jonker*, R.A. Kohn, R.A. Erdman, and S.M. Andrew, University of Maryland, College Park and University of Connecticut, Storrs.

10:00 P86
Evaluation of diet formulation models using low-protein corn-based diets. K.F. Kalscheur*,R.A. Kohn, R.A. Erdman and J.H. Vandersall, USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Beltsville, MD, and University of Maryland, College Park.

10:15 P87
Ration and production factors related to feed efficiency and nitrogen excretion. M.B. Hall*, H.H. Van Horn, and C.J. Wilcox, University of Florida, Gainesville.

10:30 P88
Comparison of duodenal adenine and cytosine and urinary allantoin as markers of microbial flow to the duodenum of dairy cows. R.J. Dewhurst*, S.N. Lewis and V.J. Theobald, Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, Aberystwyth, United Kingdom.

10:45 P440
Abomasal infusions of branched-chain amino acids and sodium caseinate - effects on milk yield and composition in dairy cows. T.R. Mackle*, M.E. Zavala, D.A. Dwyer, D.E. Bauman, and M.A. McGuire, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY, University of Idaho, Moscow.
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Nutrition 3: Posters
Lipids, Carbohydrates, Metabolism

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Chairperson: R. R. Grummer
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

12 P89
Performance and milk fatty acid profile of cows fed calcium salts of unsaturated fatty acids in diets that differ in nonstructural carbohydrate. P.Y. Chouinard*, J. Lévesque, and V. Girard, Université Laval and MAPAQ, Deschambault, Canada.

13 P90
Changes in fatty acid composition of milk from Holstein cows fed canola oil or oleamide. T.C. Jenkins* and J.A. Bertrand, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.

14 P91
Secretion of cis-9,trans-11-18:2 in milk fat of Holstein cows in response to infusion of conjugated linoleic acid into the abomasum. J. J. Loor* and J. H. Herbein, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg.

15 P92
Alterations in milk fatty acid content due to feeding canola oil and(or) canolamide to Holstein cows. J. J. Loor* and J. H. Herbein, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg and T. C. Jenkins, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.

16 P93
Effects of supplemental dietary fats on milk fat trans fatty acid isomer distribution. L.S. Piperova*, B. B. Teter, I. Bruckental, K.F. Kalscheur, J. Sampugna, R.A. Erdman, University of Maryland, College Park.

17 P94
Effect of dietary lipids sources on milk yield and composition from early lactation Holstein dairy cows. J.C. Teixeira*, S.M. Pinto, L.R. Abreu, and J.A. Muniz, Universidade Federal de Lavras, Brazil.

18 P95
Direct chronic effects of B-agonists on gluconeogenesis and ureagenesis in monolayer cultures of bovine hepatocytes. L.H. Zhu*, J.H. Eisemann and L.E. Armentano, University of Wisconsin, Madison, and North Carolina State University, Raleigh.

19 P96
Effects of particle size of corn and oats on digestibility and microbial protein synthesis. R. Belyea*, M. Soliman and A. Orma, University of Missouri and Zagazig University.

20 P97
Influence of corn grain processing in dairy cattle diets on digestion of nutrients in the rumen and milk yield and composition. L.M. Crocker*, E.J. DePeters, J.G. Fadel, H. Perez-Monti, S.J. Taylor, J.A. Wyckoff, and R.A. Zinn, University of California, Davis.

21 P98
Effects of moisture level of corn grain on rumen degradation of organic matter, crude protein and rumen microbial protein production in cows fed fresh grass-legume forage. R. B. Reis*, F. San Emeterio, D. K. Combs and L. D. Satter; University of Wisconsin, US Dairy Forage Research Center, USDA-ARS, Madison.

22 P99
Comparison of ground shelled corn and high moisture ear corn of two particle sizes for their effects on milk production and rumen fermentation when cows are fed green chopped grass-legume forage. F. San Emeterio*, R.B. Reis, L.D. Satter and D.K. Combs, University of Wisconsin, US Dairy Forage Research Center, USDA-ARS, Madison.

23 P100
Relationship between ruminal fibrolytic populations, ruminal VFA concentrations, and milkfat in cows fed diets containing corn silage and alfalfa silage at two levels of fiber. P.J. Weimer*, G.M. Waghorn, and D.R. Mertens, US Dairy Forage Research Center, Madison, WI, and AgResearch Grasslands, Palmerston North, New Zealand

24 P101
Glucogenic supplementation does not reduce body tissue protein degradation in periparturient dairy cows. W.S. Burhans*, E.A. Briggs, J.A. Rathmacher, and A.W. Bell, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY and Iowa State University, Ames.

25 P102
Induction of ketosis by feed restriction and treatment of ketosis with glucose or propylene glycol. A.O. Bahaa*, M.R. Murphy, D.E. Morin, S.L. Spahr, J.K. Drackley, T.K. El-Neweehy, and A.A. Abd El-Samee, University of Illinois, Urbana.

26 P103
The effect of a growth hormone-releasing factor analog (GRF-a) on splanchnic metabolism in dairy cows. H. Lapierre*, P. Dubreuil and C.K. Reynolds, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lennoxville Quebec, Canada, Montreal University, St-Hyacinthe Quebec, Reading University UK.

27 P104
Parameters describing fatty acid, glucose and amino acid metabolism in high producing dairy cattle for refinement of an existing model of metabolism. J.P. McNamara, Washington State University, Pullman.
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Health 1 - Metabolic Disorders

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Chairperson: J. P. Goff, National Animal Disease Center, USDA, ARS, Ames, IA
Landscape Architecture 204

8:00 P105
Effect of Oral Biotin Supplementation on Hoof Horn in First Lactation Holsteins. L.T. Midla, K. H. Hoblet*, W. P. Weiss. The Ohio State University.

8:15 P106
Effect of Monensin on Cow Health and Milk Production in Early Lactation. T. F. Duffield*, K. E. Leslie, D. Sandals, K. Lissemore, B. McBride, J. H. Lumsden, University of Guelph, Canada.

8:30 P107
Effect of Serum Lipoprotein Concentration on Serum Vitamin E in Cows. T. H. Herdt* and N. K. Ames. Michigan State University, East Lansing.

8:45 P108
The Association Between Metabolic Parameters and Left Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cows. T. Geishauser*, K. Leslie, T. Duffield, D. Sandals and V. Edge, University of Guelph, Canada.

9:00 P109
An Evaluation of Milk Ketone Tests for Prediction of Subsequent Left Displaced Abomasum in Dairy Cows. T. Geishauser*, K. Leslie, T. Duffield and V. Edge, University of Guelph, Canada.

9:15 P110
Effect of rBST at the Time of LDA Surgery on Metabolic Parameters and Milk Production. J. P. Fetrow*1, J. W. Pankowski2, and J. L. Vicini2, 1University of Minnesota, Minneapolis and 2Protiva, St. Louis.

9:30 P111
Post-Approval Evaluation of POSILAC Bovine Somatotropin in 28 Commercial Dairy Herds. R.J. Collier*, J.C. Byatt, T. Curran, P. J. Eppard, A.C. Fabellar, R.L. Hintz, R. Hoffman, M. M. McCrate, C.L. McLaughlin, R.H. Sorbet and J.L. Vicini, Monsanto Company, St. Louis, MO.

9:45 P112
A Cross-Sectional Field Study Investigating the Effect of Periparturient Dietary Management on Ruminal pH in Early Lactation Dairy Cows. E. F. Garrett, K. V. Nordlund, W. J. Goodger, and G. R. Oetzel*, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

10:00
Break

10:15 P113
Effect of an Oral Calcium Chloride Gel on Prevention of Hypocalcemic Relapses in Dairy Cattle. D.B. Vagnoni, K.V. Nordlund, and G.R. Oetzel*, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

10:30 P114
Relative Acidogenic Activity of Commonly Used Anionic Salts - Re-thinking the Dietary Cation-anion Difference Equations. J. P. Goff*, R. Ruiz, and R. L. Horst. USDA, ARS, National Animal Disease Center, Ames, IA.

10:45 P115
Effects of Dietary Cation-anion Difference on Dry Matter Intake and Acid-Base Status of Dry Cows. D.B. Vagnoni* and G. R. Oetzel, University of Wisconsin-Madison.

11:00 P116
Varying Dietary Cation Anion Difference (DCAD) for Dairy Cattle Before Calving. S. J. Moore*1, M. J. VandeHaar1, B. K. Sharma1, T. E. Pilbeam1, D. K. Beede1, H. F. Bucholtz1, J. S. Liesman1, R. L. Horst2, and J. P. Goff2, 1Michigan State University, East Lansing, and 2USDA, ARS, NADC, Ames, IA.

11:15 P117
Can We Select Alfalfa Cultivars for Improved Dietary Cation Anion Difference (DCAD)? R. L. Horst*1, J. P. Goff1, J. Guan2, and D.L. Buxton1, 1USDA, ARS, National Animal Disease Center, Ames, IA, and 2 Iowa State University, Ames.

11:30 P118
Effect of Diseases on Culling in New York State Holstein Dairy Cows. Y. Gröhn*, V. Ducrocq, J. Hertl, and S. Eicker, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

11:45 P119
Associations Between Milk Protein Production and Cow Health and Longevity. J.M. Sargeant*, K.D. Lissemore, K.E. Leslie, S.W. Martin, H.M. Scott, D.F. Kelton, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada.
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Health 2 - Posters
Mastitis and Immunology

Monday, June 23, 1997
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Chairperson: J. R. Stabel, National animal Disease Center, USDA, ARS, Ames, IA
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

28 P120
Intramammary Infection in the First Month of Lactation. P. Moroni, R. Piccinini, A. Zepponi, V. Bronzo and A. Zecconi*, Università di Milano, Italy.

29 P121
Toxin-Typing of Staphylococcal Enterotoxins A, B, C, D, E and TSST-1 from Mastitic Milk Using Multiplex PCR. J. W. Yoon*, Y. H. Park, S. C. Jung1, S. U. Lee1, W. C. Davis2 and G. A. Bohach3, 1Seoul National University, National Veterinary Research Institute, Korea,2 Washington State University, and 3 University of Idaho, Moscow.

30 P122
A Study on the Prevalence of Gram-Negative Bacteria in a Dairy Herd. B. M. Jayarao, L. Wang*, L. An, R. Bangalore, D.R. Henning, and G. Stegeman, South Dakota State University, Brookings.

31 P123
Evaluation of Antibiotic Residue Screening Tests with Milk of Individual Cows Using an Endotoxin Mastitis Model. S. J. Sechen*1, C. V. Cope1, M. E. Bowman2, M. J. Paape2, 1FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine, Laurel, MD, and 2 USDA-ARS, Beltsville, MD.

32 P124
Efficacy of Phenol in a Teat Dip to Prevent New Intramammary Infections in Dairy Cows. S. Komaragiri*1, R.R. Peters1 and M.J. Paape2, 1University of Maryland, College Park, and 2USDA-ARS, Beltsville, MD.

33 P125
Staphylococcus aureus Plasmid Pattern, Somatic Cell Count and Antibiotic Resistance. R. Piccinini, P. Moroni, V. Bronzo and A. Zecconi*, Università di Milano, Italy.

34 P126
Effects of Clinical Mastitis on Hormonal Response of the Anterior Pituitary and Uterus in Early Lactating Dairy Cows. M.E. Hockett*, A.M. Saxton, M.J. Lewis, S.P. Oliver and F.N. Schrick, The University of Tennessee.

35 P127
DNA Fingerprinting of Staphylococcus aureus Isolated from Horn Flies and from Mammary Secretions of Heifers. S. P. Oliver1, B. E. Gillespie1, W. E. Owens2 and S. C. Nickerson*2. 1 The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and 2 Hill Farm Research Station, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center, Homer.

36 P128
Mastitis Pathogen Isolation in Heifers During Early Lactation after Intramammary Antibiotic Therapy Following the First Milking of Lactation. S. P. Oliver*1, M. J. Lewis1, B. E. Gillespie1, H. H. Dowlen1, D. L. Johnson1, M. H. Campbell1, S. T. Chester2 and J. W. Hallberg2. 1 The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and 2Pharmacia & Upjohn Co., Kalamazoo, MI.

37 P129
Influence of Prepartum Antibiotic Administration on Intramammary Infections in Multiparous Dairy Cows During Early Lactation. S. P. Oliver*, M. J. Lewis, B. E. Gillespie and H. H. Dowlen, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

38 P130
Detection of M-like Protein and Lipoteichoic Acid in Streptococcus dysgalactiae Isolated from Bovine Intramammary Infections. L.F. Calvinho1, D.A. Luther1, R.A. Almeida1, M.S. Bronze2, J.J. Drabik3 and S. P. Oliver*1, 1 The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 2 The University of Tennessee, Memphis, and 3 Walter Reed Army Institute of Research, Washington, DC.

39 P131
Influence of Clinical Mastitis During Early Lactation on Reproductive Performance of Jersey Cows. A.R. Barker*, F. N. Schrick, M. J. Lewis, H. H. Dowlen, A. M. Saxton and S. P. Oliver, The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

40 P132
Subtyping of Streptococcus dysgalactiae Isolated from Bovine Mammary Glands by DNA Fingerprinting. S. P. Oliver1, B. E. Gillespie1, B. M. Jayarao*2 and J. W. Pankey3, 1The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, 2 South Dakota State University, Brookings, and 3University of Vermont, Burlington.

41 P133
Diagnosis of Mycoplasma Mastitis Using Polymerase Chain Reaction. R. P. Dinsmore*, J. K. Collins and J. Carman, Colorado State University, Fort Collins.
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ADSA FOUNDATION LECTURESHIP

Monday, June 23, 1997
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Chairperson: H.H. Van Horn, University of Florida, Gainesville
Speaker: K. L. Matte, President and CEO, National Dairy Council of Canada
"Repercussions down Dairy Lane. . .The NAFTA/WTO Factor"
War Memorial Hall
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Management 2
Jay-Good Acres Decision Case

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Chairperson: B. J. Conlin, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
Whippletree, University Centre

1:00
Introductory comments.

1:10
Jay-Good Acres decision case. B. J. Conlin, D.E. Dill, and J. D. Olson*, University of Minnesota and Land O'Lakes, Inc., St. Paul.

1:30
Group problem solving and case discussion.

2:45 P134
Analysis of Jay-Good Acres dairy farm. L.O. Ely* and J.W. Smith, University of Georgia, Athens.

3:00 P135
Malnutrition, mycotoxicoses: Biological barriers to success at Jay-Good Acres. D.L. Brown, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York.

3:15
Final discussions and closing remarks
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Physiology 3 - Posters
Growth Hormone, Reproduction, and Lactation

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairperson: John Byatt, Monsanto Company
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

42 P136
Reciprocal feedback between growth hormone-releasing hormone (GHRH) and somatostatin (SRIF) within the bovine hypothalamus. C.R. West*, K.J. Lookingland, and H.A. Tucker, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

43 P137
Expression of growth hormone receptor (GHR) messenger ribonucleic acid (mRNA) variants in bovine tissues. M.C. Lucy*, C.K. Boyd, A.T. Luebbering, and C.S. Okamura, University of Missouri, Columbia.

44 P138
Effect of diet and bST on mRNA for IGF-I-binding proteins (BP) -2 and -3 in dairy cattle. B.K. Sharma1*, M.J. VandeHaar1, H.A. Tucker1, R. Renaville2, D. Portetelle2, R.P. Radcliff;1 W.K. VanderKooi1, M. Binelli, and J.S. Liesman1, 1Michigan State University, East Lansing, and 2Faculty of Agronomy, Gembloux, Belgium.

45 P139
Growth hormone does not affect insulin independent glucose uptake. M.T. Rose*, Y. Obara, F. Itoh, H. Hashimoto, and Y. Takahashi, National Institute of Animal Industry, Japan.

46 P140
Changes in the insulin-like growth factor system with the onset of lactation. T. Segoale*, K.H. Perkins, D.A. Dwyer, and D.E. Bauman, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

47 P141
Evaluation of glycosylated hemoglobin concentration in the blood of lactating dairy cows. P.J. Eppard*, R.L. Hintz, T.C. White, T.L. Whitehead, L.A. Widger, J.J. Veenhuizen, and R.J. Collier, Protiva, a unit of Monsanto Co., St. Louis, MO.

48 P142
The effects of rbST (Posilac®) on heat stressed lactating dairy cows . J.F. Smith*, J.E. Shirley, and E.C. Titgemeyer, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS.

49 P143
Milk yield response of multiparous Holstein cows to bST (Somavubove) treatment initiated 14 days postpartum. W. J. Weber*, B. A. Crooker, D. G. Johnson, M. T.Maslanka, L. H. Baumgard, D. E. Otterby and E.P. Stanisiewski, University of Minnesota, St. Paul and Pharmacia & Upjohn, Kalamazoo, MI.

50 P144
Effect of bST and evaporative cooling on lactation performance of cows during summer heat stress. M. Tarazon,* J. T. Huber, J. Santos, H. Mena, L. Nussio, and C. Nussio, University of Arizona, Tucson

51 P145
Stimulation of milk production in dairy cows during heat stress using recombinant bovine somatotropin. D.E. Spiers*1, J.N. Spain1, B.L. Synder1, and J.C. Byatt2, 1University of Missouri, Columbia, 2Monsanto Agricultural Co., St. Louis, MO.

52 P146
Effects of gossypol on bovine spermatozoa and oocytes. C. Brocas, R.M. Rivera, F.F. Paula-Lopes, M.C. Calhoun, C.R. Staples, L.R. McDowell, P.J. Chenoweth and P.J. Hansen*, University of Florida, Gainesville, ENITA, Clermont-Ferrand, France, Texas A&M University, San Angelo.

53 P147
In vitro developmental potential of different quality bovine oocytes obtained by ovum pick-up after microinjection of DNA. A.S. Garst*, S.K. Carlin, J.R. Gibbons, K.W. Kendrick, R.E. Pearson, R.M. Akers and F.C. Gwazdauskas, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg.

54 P148
Synchronization rate, size of the ovulatory follicle, and conception rate after synchronization of ovulation with GnRH on different days of the estrous cycle. J.L.M. Vasconcelos*1,2, R.W. Silcox3, G.J. Rosa2, J.R. Pursley4, and M.C. Wiltbank1, 1University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2FMVZ-UNESP-Botucatu-Brazil, 3Brigham Young University, and 4Michigan State University.

55 P149
Administration of a GnRH-agonist (Deslorelin) implant to non-lactating dairy cows enhances CL function and delays the emergence and establishment of first dominant follicle. J.D. Ambrose*, M.F.A. Pires, F. Moreira, T. Diaz, M. Binelli, and W.W. Thatcher, University of Florida, Gainesville.

56 P150
The association between incidence rates of retained placenta and cystic ovaries on herd reproductive performance estimated using SIMHEALTH. C. Haferkamp*1, H.G. Allore2, W. Heuwieser1, and P. A. Oltenacu2, 1Free University Berlin, Germany, and 2Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

57 P151
Use of a radio frequency data communication system, HeatWatch® , to describe behavioral estrus in dairy cattle. R.L. Nebel, S.M. Jobst*, M.B.G. Dransfield, S.M. Pandolfi, and T.L. Bailey, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg.

58 P152
Evaluation of an electronic mount pressure sensing system for estrus detection in dairy cows and heifers. L.L. Timms*, S.M. Piggott, and D.R. Fitkin, Iowa State University, Ames.

59 P153
Effect of retinoic acids and retinoids on bovine mammary cells proliferation and urokinase plasminogen activator production. B. Zavizion, J.H. White*, I. Politis and A.J. Bramley, University of Vermont, Burlington.

60 P154
The effect of basic fibroblast growth factor on proliferation and plasminogen activator expression in bovine mammary cell lines. B. Zavizion, J.H. White*, I. Politis and A.J. Bramley, University of Vermont, Burlington.
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Extension and Education 2
Undergraduate Teaching Beyond 2000

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Chairperson: J. Hillers, Washington State University, Pullman
Thornbrough 100

1:00
Invited presentation: Society ready graduates. J.R. Campbell, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater.

2:00
Invited presentation: Classroom and remote teaching with modern computer technology. C.A. Shaffer, The Ohio State University, Columbus.

2:45 P155
Development of multimedia materials for use in undergraduate animal nutrition course. J.A. Bertrand*, R.E. Turner, and S.A. Farmer, Clemson University, Clemson, SC.

3:00
Discussion

3:30
Adjourn
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Extension and Education 3 - Posters

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairperson: T.R. Johnson, Purdue University, Ft. Wayne, IN
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

*Posters will be attended from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm

61 P156
Ethics in Animal Science: Cornell's approach. D.J.R. Cherney* and A. van Tienhoven, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

62 P157
Implications of an international student learning experimental surgery. M.A. Cerrillo*, A.H. Trenkle, D. Rediesel, M.A. Karsli, and P.G. Summer, Iowa State University, Ames.

63 P158
Using discrete-event computer simulation to teach mastitis dynamics and control. H.G. Allore*, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

64 P159
Performance and effluent odor characteristics of laboratory-scale anaerobic digesters fed dilute dairy manure. W.J. Powers, A.C. Wilkie, H.H. Van Horn*, and R.A. Nordstedt, University of Florida, Gainesville.
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SYMPOSIUM
Nutrition 4: - Evaluation of Quantitative Estimates
for Meeting Amino Acid Requirements of Dairy Cows

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Chairperson: M. S. Allen, Michigan State University, East Lansing
War Memorial Hall

1:00
Introduction

1:10 P160
Modeling ruminal digestibility of carbohydrates by dairy cows. J.L. Firkins* and M.S. Allen, Ohio State University, Columbus, and Michigan State University, East Lansing.

1:55 P161
An evaluation of different mathematical approaches to predicting microbial protein supply in ruminants. J. Dijkstra*1, J. France2, D.R. Davies3, 1Wageningen Institute of Animal Sciences, The Netherlands, 2Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, North Wyke, United Kingdom, 3Institute of Grassland and Environmental Research, Aberystwyth, United Kingdom.

2:40
Discussion

3:00
Break

3:15 P162
A quantitative evaluation of postabsorptive protein and amino acid metabolism in the lactating ruminant. M.D. Hanigan*, J. Cant, D.C. Weakley, and J. Beckett, Purina Mills, Inc., St. Louis, MO.

4:00 P163
Evaluation of models for balancing the protein requirements of dairy cattle. R. A. Kohn*1, M. Hanigan2, K.F. Kalscheur1, R.C. Boston3, and W. Chalupa3, 1University of Maryland, College Park, 2Purina Mills Inc., St. Louis MO, and 3University of Pennsylvania, Kennett Square.

4:45
Discussion with all speakers
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Nutrition 5: General Nutrition

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Chairpersons: J. N. Spain, University of Missouri and
D.J. Schingoethe, South Dakota State University, Brookings
Macdonald 149

1:00 P164
The effect of feeding fibrous by-products on milk yield, milk components and blood metabolites of lactating dairy cattle. A. Mowrey and J.N. Spain, University of Missouri-Columbia.

1:15 P165
The effect of feeding fibrous by-products on rumen fermentation and blood metabolites of lactating dairy cattle. A. Mowrey and J.N. Spain, University of Missouri-Columbia.

1:30 P166
Supplementation of maize silage based diets. R.H. Phipps*, D.E. Beever and J. Newbold1, Centre for Dairy Research, The University of Reading, Reading, UK and BOCM-Pauls, Ipswich, UK.

1:45 P167
Feed intake regulation: Dietary regulation of intestinal cholecystokinin release and gene expression in dairy heifers. A.H. Suominen*1, D. Tedesco2, D.R. Glimm1, and J.J. Kennelly1, 1University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada and 2University of Milan, Italy.

2:00 P168
Influence of diet dry matter content upon production of lactating dairy cattle. M.J. Brouk*1, G.A. Stegeman2, D.J. Schingoethe2, D.K. Stegeman2, E.K. Cassel2, 1University of Missouri and 2South Dakota State University.

2:15 P169
Influence of feeding salt whey on production and intake of lactating dairy cows. M.J. Brouk*1, G.A. Stegeman2, D.J. Schingoethe2, 1University of Missouri and 2South Dakota State University.

2:30 P170
Effects of substituting alfalfa leaf meal for alfalfa hay in diets of early lactation cows. J.M. Akayezu*, M. Jorgensen, J. G. Linn, and H. G. Jung, University of Minnesota, and USDA-Agricultural Research Service, St. Paul, MN.

2:45 P171
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) content of milk from cows offered diets rich in linoleic and linolenic acid. T.R. Dhiman*1, L.D. Satter1, M.W. Pariza2, M.P. Galli1, and K. Albright2, 1US Dairy Forage Research Center, USDA-ARS, 2Food Research Institute, and Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

3:00
Break

3:15 P172
Effect of extracellular hydrogen on fermentation by ruminal bacteria. V. Fellner* and F.D. Sauer, Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada, Ottawa ON.

3:30 P173
Determination of soluble fiber fractions in ruminant feeds. M.E. Van Amburgh*, J.B. Robertson, P.J. Van Soest, and J.E. Voorhees, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

3:45 P174
In vitro dry matter digestibility varied due to type of forage, source of rumen inoculum and nitrogen content in the medium J.E. Wohlt, Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ.

4:00 P175
Inocula differences affect in vitro fiber digestion kinetics. D.R. Mertens*, P.J. Weimer, and G.M. Waghorn, U.S. Dairy Forage Research Center, Madison, WI and AgResearch Grasslands, Palmerston North, New Zealand.

4:15 P176
Effects of unprocessed and cracked Upland and Pima cottonseeds on blood gossypol levels and performance of Holstein steers. H. Mena*1, J.T.Huber1, M.C. Calhoun2, and M. Tarazon1, 1University of Arizona, Tucson and 2Texas A&M University, San Angelo.

4:30 P177
Storage of whole cottonseed in plastic silage bags. L.O. Ely*, J.W. West, M.J. Bader, and S.M. Brown, University of Georgia, Athens.
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Nutrition 6 - Posters
Minerals and Vitamins

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairperson: D. Amaral-Phillips, University of Kentucky, Lexington
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

65 P178
Effect of incremental doses of chromium (III) on post-partum insulin resistance in dairy cattle. P. Borgs*, A.E. Sefton and B.A. Mallard, University of Guelph, Canada and Alltech Biotechnology Centre Inc., Guelph, Canada.

66 P179
Effects of Dietary Protein and Sodium or Potassium Buffers on Nutrient Flow of Dairy Cows. L. A. Griffel*, W. K. Sanchez, R. C. Bull, R. F. Rynk, M. A. Guy and B. A. Swanson, University of Idaho, Moscow.

67 P180
Effect of restricted feed intake of dams, twinning and heat stress on mineral status of newborn calves. S. Kume*, T. Toharmat, I. Nonaka, M. Shimizu, and K. K. Batajoo, National Institute of Animal Industry, Japan.

68 P181
Effects of mineral source on growth and reproduction of beef and dairy heifers. J.P. Underwood*, J.N. Spain, J.E. Williams, and M.C. Lucy, University of Missouri-Columbia.

69 P182
Influence of supplemental chromium on concentrations of liver triglyceride and blood metabolites in Holstein steers fed a moderately high fat diet. J. A. Jackson, S. Besong, D. S. Trammell, D. Amaral-Phillips, and R. J. Harmon, University of Kentucky, Lexington.
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Nutrition 7 - Posters
Calf and Heifer Nutrition

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairperson: J. D. Quigley III, University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

70 P183
Evaluation of two-phase milk replacer feeding programs on growth and performance of calves. D.F. Waterman*, J. Edwards, and N. K. Keith, Milk Specialties Co., Dundee, IL; Keith Associates, Springfield, MO.

71 P184
Effect of mannanoligosaccharide supplementation on performance and health of holstein calves. D. Dildey*1, K. Sellars2, M. Burrill2, J. Trei2, K. Newman1 and K. Jacques1, 1Alltech Inc., Nicholasville, KY and 2California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

72 P185
Influences of vitamin A supplementation, gender, and season on plasma IgM and IgG, packed cell volume, and refractomter values of Holstein calves through six weeks of age. S.T. Franklin*, C.E. Sorenson, D.C. Hammell, and M.A. Boner, South Dakota State University, Brookings.

73 P186
Effects of supplementation with vitamin A and vitamin E on health and weight gain of neonatal calves. D.C. Hammell*, S.T. Franklin, B.J. Nonnecke, South Dakota State University, Brookings, and USDA, ARS, NADC, Ames, IA.

74 P187
Association between high levels of retinyl acetate in a milk replacer and a reduction in plasma vitamin E concentrations in neonatal calves. B.J. Nonnecke*, S.T. Franklin, R.L. Horst, D. Hammell, and R.L. Stuart, USDA, ARS, National Animal Disease Center, Ames, IA, South Dakota State University, Brookings, and Stuart Products Inc., Bedford, TX.

75 P188
Effect of vitamin A supplementation in whole milk on health and plasma vitamin concentrations of Holstein calves through six weeks of age. C.E. Sorenson*, S.T. Franklin, D.C. Hammell South Dakota State University, Brookings, and R.L. Horst, USDA, ARS, NADC, Ames, IA.

76 P189
Supplementation of colostrum with dried serum for newborn calves. G.C. McCoy*, W.L. Hurley and J. Arthington, University of Illinois, Urbana, and American Protein Corp., Ames, Iowa.

77 P190
Performance of newborn calves fed a commercial probiotic. F. Vazquez*, T.F. Brown and R.D. Wittie, Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX.

78 P191
Utilization of hulless oat in dairy calf grain starter rations. G.D. Marx, University of Minnesota, Northwest Experiment Station, Crookston.

79 P192
Effect of protein source on feed efficiency and growth rate of Holstein dairy heifers. G.A. Eichler, G. L. Bethard, and R. E. James, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, Blacksburg.

80 P193
Compensatory nutrition-directed heifer development. J.A. Ford*, Jr. and C.S. Park, North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND.

81 P194
Comparison of monensin and lasalocid for growing dairy replacement heifers. R.K. McGuffey*, D. Kettel, J. Mohoric, and E. Aalseth, Elanco Animal Health, Greenfield IN, Land O'Lakes, Everson, WA, Mohoric Farms, Chehalis, WA, and Pilchuck Animal Hospital, Snohomish, WA.
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SYMPOSIUM
Health 3 - Emerging Health Issues

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairperson: W. Sanchez, University of Idaho
Chemistry & Microbiology 200

1:00 P195
Key Dairy Cattle Health Issues - New and Old. S. J. Wells, USDA, APHIS, VS, Centers for Epidemiology and Animal Health, Fort Colins, CO.

1:35 P196
Johne's Disease: A Hidden Threat. J. R. Stabel*, USDA, ARS, National Animal Disease Center, Ames, IA.

2:15 P197
Cryptosporidiosis and Bovine and Human Health. B. Anderson, University of Idaho, Moscow.

2:55
Break

3:10 P198
BSE: Current Status and Possible Impact. J. E. Hillerton, Institute for Animal Health, UK.

4:10 P199
Structure Function and Diseases of the Bovine Hoof: The Influence of Nutrition and Environmental Factors. K.-D. Budras*, T. Hochstetter, Ch. M„ulling and H. Nattermann, Freie Universit t, Berlin, Germany.
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Health 4 - Posters
Mastitis and Immunology

Monday, June 23, 1997
1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Chairperson: M. Kehrli, Jr.
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

82 P200
Lymphocyte Phenotype and Acute Phase Protein Response to Tail-docking in Dairy Cows. S.D. Eicher*, J. A. Morrow-Tesch and J. L. Albright, USDA-ARS, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana.

83 P201
Effect of Injectable beta-carotene on Subpopulation of Lymphocytes and Lymphoblastogenesis in Nonlactating Cows. J. S. Moon, H. M. Nam, Y. S. Joo, B. G. Ku, G. C. Jang and Y. H. Park*, National Veterinary Research Institute, Seoul National University.

84 P202
Diversity of Phenotypic and Genotypic Expression in Resistance to Bovine Mastitis. J.M. Lee*, Y.H. Park, I.S. Joo1 and B. A. Mallard2, 1 Seoul National University, National Veterinary Research Institute, Korea, 2 University of Guelph, Canada.

85 P203
Alternation in Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Leukocyte Subpopulation in Cows Vaccinated with Staphylococcal Enterotoxin C-mutant Peptide Antigen. S. U. Lee, Y. H. Park*1, G. A. Bohach2, J. W. Yoon1 and Y. S. Joo, 1National Veterinary Research Institute, Seoul National University, Korea, and 2University of Idaho.

86 P204
Effect of rBST on Neutrophil Diapedesis During Experimentally Induced Streptococcus uberis Mastitis. E. Smits, C. Burvenich, and D. Hoeben*, University of Ghent, Belgium.

87 P205
Regulation of Bovine Adhesion Molecule Expression in Mammary Gland Tissue and Endothelial Cell Culture. C. Van Kampen* and B.A. Mallard, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario.

88 P206
Phenotypic Variation of Immune Response Profiles and Disease Occurrence During the Peripartum Period. L. C. Wagter*, B. A. Mallard, J. C. M. Dekkers, K. E. Leslie, B. N. Wilkie, University of Guelph, Canada.

89 P207
Stimulation of TNF-alpha Secretion in Bovine Milk by Repeated Injections of Escherichia coli Endotoxin. P. Rainard1 and M. J. Paape*2, 1INRA, Nouzilly, France and 2USDA-ARS, Beltsville, MD.

90 P208
Direct Effects of Chromium on Bovine Leukocytes. J.L. Burton* and B.J. Nonnecke, Michigan State University and USDA, ARS, National Animal Disease Center, Ames, IA.

91 P209
Construction of a Novel Vector for Expressing Bovine MHC (BoLA) Class II Genes. S. Sharif*, B.A. Mallard, J. Sargeant, J.C.M. Dekkers, K.E. Leslie and B.N. Wilkie, University of Guelph, Canada.

92 P210
The Colostral Composition of Indigenous Cows of Iran and the Effects of Their Colostrum on the Serum Immunoglobulin Levels in Holstein Calves. H. R. Mahmoudian, G. R. Ghorbani* and T. Mousavi, Isfahan University of Technology, Iran.
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PRODUCTION EXTENSION SPECIALISTS' BREAKFAST

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
6:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.
University Club
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Dairy Cattle Improvement 2
Genetic Evaluation of Dairy Cattle

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Chairperson: M.M. Schutz, Animal Improvement Program Lab, USDA, ARS, Beltsville, MD
Thornbrough 100

8:00 P211
Expected responses from selection on currently available criteria of genetic merit. C.L. Chang* and I.L. Mao, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

8:15 P212
Relationships among milk components including lactose and somatic cell scores and expected response to selection. R.D. Welper1, A.E. Freeman*2, and M.H. Healy2, 1Alta Genetics, Hughson, CA, and 2Iowa State University, Ames.

8:30 P212A
Expected genetic responses from Canadian selection indexes under alternative milk pricing systems. B. Sivanadian*, M. Lohuis and J.C.M. Dekkers, University of Guelph, Canada.

8:450 P213
Properties of owner-sampler and other records formerly excluded from national genetic evaluations. P.M. VanRaden*, R.J. Starkenburg, H.D. Norman and G.R. Wiggans, Animal Improvement Programs Laboratory, ARS-USDA, Beltsville, MD.

9:00 P214
Influences of progeny test programs on genetic evaluations of youngs sires. C.N. Vierhout*, B.G. Cassell and R.E. Pearson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA.

9:15 P215
Equity of elite cow status across states. R.L. Powell*, G.R. Wiggans and H.D. Norman, Animal Improvement Programs Laboratory, ARS-USDA, Beltsville, MD.

9:15 P216
Effect of applied adjustments for heterogeneous variances on accuracies of estimated breeding values. F. Canavesi*, F. Miglior and A.B. Samore, ANAFI, Cremona, Italy.

9:30 P217
Genetic benefits from more frequent national bull evaluations. H.D. Norman*, R.L. Powell and G.R. Wiggans, Animal Improvement Programs Laboratory, ARS-USDA, Beltsville, MD.

9:45 P218
Analysis of test day yield data in dairy cattle from Costa Rica. B. Vargas*1,2, J.A.M. van Arendonk2 and E. Perez1, 1Escuela de Medicina Veterinaria, Universidad Nacional de Costa Rica, Heredia, and 2Department of Animal Breeding, Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands.

10:00 P219
Genetic parameters for test day milk yields of Finnish Ayrshires with random regression model. A. Kettunen, E.A. Mantysaari*, I. Stranden and J. Poso, Agricultural Research Centre of Finland.

10:15 P220
Use of covariance functions in a test day model for genetic evaluation of milk production traits. J.H.J. van der Werf*, M. Goddard, and K. Meyer, University of New England, Armidale, Australia.

10:30 P221
Genetic covariance functions across environments for test day records on milk, fat and protein yield. R.F. Veerkamp*1 and M.E. Goddard2, 1Scottish Agricultural College, Edinburgh, and 2University of New England, Armidale, Australia.

10:45 P222
Collection and management of test day data in the United States. G.R. Wiggans*, J.C. Philpot, C.P Van Tassell and P.M. VanRaden, Animal Improvement Programs Laboratory, ARS-USDA, Beltsville, MD.
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Dairy Cattle Improvement 3 - Posters
General Dairy Cattle Breeding

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Chairperson: K. A. Weigel, University of Wisconsin, Madison
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

1 P223
Detection of quantitative trait loci for calving ease and type traits in an existing Holstein population. M.S. Ashwell*, Y. Da, P.M VanRaden, C.E. Rexroad, Jr., and R.H. Miller, USDA, ARS, Beltsville, MD.

2 P224
Phylogenetic analysis of k-casein (CSN3) sequence data from Bos taurus and several species in tribe Bovini. J.R. Woollard* and M. R. Dentine, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

3 P225
Use of blood physiological traits in pregnant dairy heifers for early evaluation of the breeding value. R. Skryzypek* and W. Jarmuz, University of Agriculture, Poznan, Poland.

4 P226
Genetic relationshipsong US traits and udder health in Denmark and Sweden. G.W. Rogers*1, G. Banos2, U. Sander Nielson3, and J. Philipsson2, 1Pennsylvania State University, University Park, 2INTERBULL Centre, Uppsala, Sweden, 3Danish Agricultural Advisory Centre, Aarhus, Denmark.

5 P432
Genetic correlations among US traits and diseases other than mastitis in Denmark and Sweden. G.W. Rogers*1, G. Banos2 and U. Sander Nielson3, 1Pennsylvania State University, University Park, 2INTERBULL Centre, Uppsala, Sweden, and 3Danish Agricultural Advisor Centre, Aarhus, Denmark.

6 P227
Optimum calving intervals for high producing cows. E.L. Jensen*1, D.A. Wiechert1 and L.E. Baumann2, 1University of Wisconsin, Madison and 2University of Wisconsin, River Falls.

7 P228
Effect of progeny group size on regression of PTA toward pedigree index in national and international dairy sire evaluations. K.A. Weigel, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

8 P228A
An epidemiologic study of disease occurrence and their effects on 31 registered dairy herds in British Columbia, Canada. T. E. Van Dorp*1, S. W. Martin1, J.C.M. Dekkers1, J.P.T.M. Noordhuizen2, L. Vanderwekken2, R. Vanderwal2 and K. Wiersma2, 1University of Guelph, Canada and 2Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands.
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Management 3 - Contemporary Topic
Animal Care, Welfare, Well-Being and Behavior

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:30 am - 11:00 am
Chairperson: E. H. Jaster, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
Macdonald 149

8:30
Introductory comments.

8:35 P229
Invited presentation: An overview of the revised Guide For the Care and Use of Agricultural Animals in Agricultural Research and Teaching. K.E. Olson, American Farm Bureau Federation, Park Ridge, IL.

8:50 P230
Invited presentation: Emerging issues of animal care related to export of animal products. K. James*, USDA, Riverdale, Maryland.

9:15 P231
Invited presentation: OFAC Animal Care Helpline Service: A model for the future. G.M. Cooper*, Ontario Farm Animal Council.

9:35
Discussion

9:45 P232
Identifying anxiety responses of dairy cows associated with discrete aspects of routine management procedures. A.M. Lefcourt*1, B. Erez2, M.A. Varner2, and U. Tasch3, 1USDA, Agricultural Research Service, Beltsville, MD, 2University of Maryland, College Park, and 3University of Maryland, Baltimore County.

10:00 P233
Observations on free stall cow mats. T.A. Shultz, University of California Cooperative Extension,Tulare County.

10:15 P234
Dairy cows' fear of people reduces milk yield and affects behavior and heart rate at milking. J. Rushen*1, A. M. dePassillé1, L. Munksgaard2, 1Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lennoxville, and 2Danish Institute of Animal Science, Foulum, Denmark.

10:30 P235
Feed bunk space requirements for rapid rates of growth and performance of the dairy heifer. J.I. Longenbach*, A.J. Heinrichs, and R.E. Graves, The Pennsylvania State University.

10:45 P236
Meal duration and non-nutritive sucking by dairy calves. D.B. Haley*1, J. Rushen2, I.J.H. Duncan1, T.M. Widowski1 and A.M. de Passille2, 1University of Guelph and 2Agriculture & Agri-Food Canada, Lennoxvile, Quebec.

11:00 P237
Effects of nursing a calf on milk ejection and milk yield during milking. A. M. de Passill‚*1, J. Rushen1, P.-G. Marnet2, 1Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Lennoxville and 2ENSAR/INRA, Rennes, France.
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Milk Synthesis 3

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Chairpersons: J. Kennelly, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta Canada and M. A. McGuire, University of Idaho, Moscow
Richards 124

8:15 P238
A user-friendly interface for dynamic computer models of dairy cow metabolism for teaching and extension. J.A. Maas*, K.C. Donovan, and R.L. Baldwin, University of California, Davis.

8:30 P239
Seasonal and lactational influences on the composition of milk from pasture-fed dairy cows in New Zealand. M.J. Auldist*, B.J. Walsh, and N.A. Thomson, Dairying Research Corporation Ltd., Hamilton, New Zealand.

8:45 P240
Trans-10 isomer of octadecenoic acid corresponds with milk fat depression. J. M. Griinari*1, K.V.V. Nurmela1, and D. E. Bauman2, sup>1Valio Inc., Finland and 2Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

9:00 P241
Milk production of dairy cows after short dry periods initiated with estrogen. K.C. Bachman*, C. J. Wilcox, C. Fourie, and D. Bennink, University of Florida, Gainesville.

9:15 P242
Influence of bST and bovine growth hormone-releasing factor (bGRF) on fat metabolism in lactating Holstein cows. N.S. Beswick and J.J. Kennelly, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada.

9:30 P243
Role of Stat 5 in controlling milk protein synthesis in Holstein cows. J. Yang*, V.E. Baracos, and J.J. Kennelly, University of Alberta, Canada.

9:45 P244
Effect of cortisol on the permeability of tight junctions (TJ) in the lactating bovine mammary epithelium. D.C. van Espen1, K. Stelwagen*, V.C. Farr, H.A. McFadden, G.A. Verkerk2, and S.R. Davis, 1Wageningen Agricultural University, The Netherlands, and AgResearch and 2DRC, Hamilton, New Zealand.

10:00 P245
Effects of estradiol on murine lactation depend on dose and stage of lactation. D.E. Croke-Auldist*, T.B. McFadden, D.D.S. Mackenzie, and K. Nicholas, Dairy Science, AgResearch, Hamilton, New Zealand.

10:15 P246
Increased litter size elicits cell proliferation in lactating murine mammary gland. D.E. Croke-Auldist*, T.B. McFadden, D.D.S. Mackenzie, and K. Nicholas, Dairy Science, AgResearch, Hamilton, New Zealand.

10:30 P247
Contribution of insulin-like growth factor-I (IGF-I) to the mitogenic activity in mammary tissue of prepubertal dairy heifers. M.S. Weber*2, S. Purup1, M. Vestergaard1, R.M. Akers2, and K. Sejrsen1, 1Danish Institute of Animal Science, Foulum, Denmark and 2Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg.
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Extension and Education 4 - Contemporary Issue
Collection and Utilization of Data on
Blood and Milk Urea Nitrogen

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:30 am - 11:00 am
Chairperson: E.J. DePeters, University of California, Davis
Axelrod 200

8:30 P248
Repeatability for milk urea nitrogen and other milk components. M.A. Faust, L.H. Kilmer, N. Janovick*, Iowa State University, Ames.

8:45 P249
Effects of laboratories for milk urea nitrogen and other milk components. M.A. Faust, L.H. Kilmer, and R. Funk*, Iowa State University, Ames.

9:00 P250
Variability for estimating milk components when samples are collected from different proportions of cows in the group. M.A. Faust* and L.H. Kilmer, Iowa State University, Ames.

9:15 P251
MUN with herd variability. A.J. Nelson, Dairy Production Services, Cortland, NY.

9:30
Break

9:45 P252
Response of milk urea nitrogen following dietary changes. L.H. Kilmer*, M.A. Faust, R. Funk, and N. Janovick, Iowa State University, Ames.

10:00 P253
Factors affecting plasma and milk urea nitrogen concentrations. E.T. Lyatuu*, M.L. Eastridge, and J.L. Firkins, The Ohio State University, Columbus.

10:15 P254
Effect of sample type and handling on a milk urea nitrogen assay. S.M. Godden*, K. Lissemore, K. Leslie, D. Kelton, T. Lumsden, and J. Walton, University of Guelph, Canada.

10:30
Panel Discussion
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Nutrition 8: General Nutrition

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Chairpersons: M. R. Murphy and C. C. Stallings
Chemistry & Microbiology 200

8:00 P255
Effect of lasalocid on performance of lactating dairy cows. L.J. Erasmus*, A. Muller, I. Smith and D. O'Hagan, Agricultural Research Council, Irene, South Africa.

8:15 P256
Controlling acidosis in dairy cattle with virginiamycin. E. H. Clayton, I. J. Lean*, J. B. Rowe, and J. Cox, University of New England, Australia.

8:30 P257
The influence of monensin on milk production of Friesian dairy cows in the United Kingdom. R.H. Phipps*, J.I.D. Wilkinson1, L. Jonker1, M. Tarrant1 and A.K. Jones, Centre for Dairy Research, The University of Reading, Reading, UK and 1Elanco Animal Health, Lilly Industries Ltd., Basingstoke, UK.

8:45 P258
The effects of monensin and diet composition on methane production using the in vitro semi-continuous rumen simulation technique (Rusitec). E.D. Mackintosh*, R.H. Phipps, J.D. Sutton, and J.I.D. Wilkinson1, Centre for Dairy Research, Department of Agriculture, The University of Reading, UK and 1Elanco Animal Health, Greenfield, IN.

9:00 P259
Metabolic and reproductive effects of protected amino acids (SMARTAMINETM M and ML) in dairy cows. S. Fekete*, G.Y. Huszenicza, R.O. Kellems, F. Husveth, M. Szilagyi, I. Szakall, and E. Andrasofszky, University of Veterinary Science Budapest, Brigham Young University, Provo, Utah, PATE Georgican Faculty Keszthely, Breeding and Feeding Research Center.

9:15 P260
Linear trend in lactation past 60 days to evaluate response to feed supplementation in a multi-herd field trial. M. L. McGilliard*, C. C. Stallings, and R. E. Pearson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg.

9:30 P261
The effects ofNutrocal® fed pre- and post-partum on health and performance of multiparous Holstein cattle. D.S. Tsang*1, C.V. Ballard1, C.J. Sniffen1, R.D. Allshouse1, S. Miyoshi2 and L. Schlatter3, 1W. H. Miner Agriculture Research Institute, Chazy, NY, 2Zen-Noh, Japan, and 3Kemin Industries, Des Moines, IA.

9:45 P262
Effects of a direct-fed Microbial Product on Lactation Performance in a Large Commercial Dairy Herd. E.M. Sudweeks1 and L.D. Roth2, 1Texas A&M University, Overton and 2Conklin Co., Inc., Minneapolis, MN.

10:00 P263
Influence of yeast on lactational performance and blood mineral concentrations of high producing dairy cows on a commercial dairy. W.K. Sanchez*1, G. D. Poppy2, M.A. Guy1, and J.E. Garrett3, 1University of Idaho, Moscow, 2Standard Manufacturing Co., Sunnyside, WA, and 3Diamond V Mills, Cedar Rapids, IA.

10:15 P264
Effect of feeding yeast products pre- and postpartum on dry matter intake and milk yield and milk composition. K.J. Soder* and L.A. Holden, The Pennsylvania State University.

10:30 P265
Effect of adding live yeast culture to barley grain and orchardgrass hay on in vitro gas production. N.L., Woodward, J. Baah, M.A.G. von Keyserlingk, J.A. Shelford, and K.J. Cheng, University of British Columbia, Canada

10:45 P266
Effect of enzyme treatment or grain source on lactation and digestion in dairy cows. W.Z. Yang*, K.A. Beauchemin and L.M. Rode, Lethbridge Research Centre, Lethbridge, Alberta.
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Nutrition 9: Energy and Carbohydrates

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:00 am - 10:45 am
Chairperson: R. G. Dado
MacNaughton 105

8:00 P267
Effect of prepartum TMR energy concentration on feed intake, milk yield, and energy balance in dairy heifers and cows. K. L. Ingvartsen*, J. Foldager, and O. Aaes, Danish Institute of Animal Science, Foulum, Denmark

8:15 P268
Effect of prepartum TMR energy concentration on plasma levels of IGF-I, IGFBPs and insulin in dairy heifers and cows. K.L. Ingvartsen*, M. Vestergaard, S. Purup, and K. Sejrsen, Danish Institute of Animal Science, Foulum, Denmark.

8:30 P269
Comparing systems of ration formulation for dairy cows. D.R. Mertens*, US Dairy Forage Research Center, Madison, WI.

8:45 P270
Complete lactation performance of dairy cows fed dry rolled (DR) or steam flaked (SF) sorghum at two NDF levels. L. G. Nussio*, J. T. Huber, C. B. Theurer, C. B. Nussio, J. Santos, M. Tarazo, University of Arizona, Tucson.

9:00 P271
Net absorption and mammary uptake of VFA, BHBA and energy by lactating dairy cows fed diets containing 40% corn or sorghum grain processed as steam-flaked (SF), steam-rolled (SR) or dry-rolled (DR). M. Sadik*, O. Lozano, B. Theurer, T. Huber, A. Delagado-Elorduy, A. Alio, G. Ghenniwa, and J. Simas, University of Arizona, Tucson.

9:15 P272
Response of high producing dairy cows to bST when fed diets with 40% steam-flaked sorghum (SFS) or 40% steam-rolled corn (SRC) during early lactation. J.E.P. Santos*, J.T. Huber, C.B. Theurer, L.G. Nussio, C. Nussio, M. Tarazon, D. Fish, and R.O. Lima-Filho, University of Arizona, Tucson.

9:30 P273
Response of lactating dairy cows to steam-flaked sorghum (SFS), steam-flaked corn (SFC) or steam-rolled corn (SRC) and protein sources of differing degradability and quality. J.E.P. Santos*, J. T. Huber, C. B. Theurer, L. G. Nussio, C. Nussio, M. Tarazon, M. Lamoreaux, and B. Riggs, University of Arizona, Tucson.

9:45 P274
The effect of rumen degradability of dietary total non-structural carbohydrate (NSC) and of feeding frequency on milk yield and composition of dairy cows. Z. Shabi, A. Arieli, I. Bruckental*, S. Zamwell, and H. Tagari, The Volcani Center, Bet-Dagan, Israel.

10:00 P275
Portal-drained visceral (PDF) flux and mammary uptake of free (FAA) and peptide bound (PBAA) essential amino acids by lactating dairy cows fed diets containing dry rolled (DRS) or steam flaked (SFS) sorghum grain. H. Tagari*, K. Webb, Jr., C.B. Theurer, J.T. Huber, P. Cuneo, D. Deyoung, J. Simas, A. Delgado, M. Sadik, A. Alio and O. Lozano, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, and University of Arizona.

10:15 P276
Intestinal absorption of starch in dairy cows. A.M. van Vuuren*, M.A. Gerritzen and H. de Visser, DLO-Institute for Animal Science and Health (ID-DLO), Lelystad, The Netherlands.

10:30 P277
A new approach to partitioning neutral detergent-soluble carbohydrates. M.B. Hall* and W.H. Hoover, University of Florida, Gainesville, and West Virginia University, Morgantown.
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Nutrition 10: Calf and Heifer Nutrition

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Chairperson: M. E. Van Amburgh
Landscape Architecture 204

8:00 P278
Evaluation of alternative protein milk replacers containing enzymes on growth and performance of calves. D. F. Waterman, N. K. Keith and R. Dvorak, Milk Specialties Co., Dundee, IL, Keith Associates, Springfield, MO, and Alltech, Inc., Nicholasville, KY.

8:15 P279
The effect of disease, management and nutrition of average daily gain of dairy calves from birth to four months of age. N.T. Place*, A.J. Heinrichs and H.N. Erb, The Pennsylvania State University and Cornell University.

8:30 P280
Effects of maternal colostrum or bovine serum colostrum supplement on the efficiency of IgG absorption in neonatal calves. D.L. Fike, M.N. Egerton,* J.D. Quigley, III, J.J. Drewry and J.D. Arthington, University of Tennessee, Knoxville and American Protein Corporation, Ames, IA.

8:45 P281
Performance and health of milk replacer fed calves based on relative immunoglobulinstatus. M. A. Fowler*, T. E. Johnson, P. W. Hindman, H. B. Perry, B. L. Miller, and R. M. DeGregorio, Land O'Lakes, Fort Dodge, Iowa.

9:00 P282
Comparison of passive immunoglobulin transfer in newborn dairy calves fed colostrum orspray-dried serum proteins. M.B. Cattell*, F.B. Garry, and J.D. Arthington, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, and American Protein Corporation, Ames IA.

9:15 P283
Effect of protein degradability in starter diets on calf performance. C.W. Cruywagen* & L. Holtshausen, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa.

9:30 P284
Effects of galactosyl-lactose or antibiotics in milk replacer on feed efficiency, growth, and fecal scores of Holstein calves. J. D. Quigley, III*, J. J. Drewry, L. M. Murray, and S. J. Ivey, University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

9:45 P285
Variation in calf starter intake in Jersey calves weaned according to three criteria. J.D. Quigley, III, University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

10:00 P286
Dietary protein and mammary development of heifers: analysis from literature data. M.J. VandeHaar, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

10:15 P287
Effects of accelerated growth rates and estrogen implants in prepubertal heifers on growth, feed efficiency and blood parameters. B.P. Lammers and A.J. Heinrichs, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park.

10:30 P288
Deep-stacked broiler litter as a protein supplement for dairy heifers. B.A. Hopkins* and M.H. Poore, North Carolina State University, Raleigh.

10:45 P289
Determination of the caloric equivalency of an ionophore in dairy heifer diets. H. Chester-Jones*, J.G. Linn, D.M. Ziegler, and M. Engstrom, University of Minnesota Southern Experiment Station, Waseca; St. Paul, and Hoffmann-LaRoche, Nutley, NJ.
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Nutrition 11: Forages - Posters

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:00 am - 11:00 am
Chairpersons: P. C. Hoffman
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

Posters will remain on display the entire day (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.).
Presenters must be present during the times listed below:

Even Board Numbers: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Odd Board Numbers: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

9 P290
Effect of enhanced NDF digestibility of forages on dry matter intake and milk production of dairy cows. M. Oba* and M.S. Allen, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

10 P291
A molecular analysis of adherence to cellulose by Ruminococcus albus: identification of low molecular mass protein which possesses a novel class of cellulose-binding domain. R.S. Pegden, J.A. Brown*, M. Morrison, and R.J. Grant, University of Nebraska, Lincoln.

11 P292
Effect of year and cutting on equations for estimating net energy of alfalfa forage. R. Belyea*, R. Restrepo, and F. Martz, University of Missouri, Columbia.

12 P293
Estimation of crude protein and microbial protein contamination of in situ forage residues by near infrared spectroscopy. N.M. Brehm, P.C. Hoffman, J.B. Peters, D.K. Combs and D. Undersander, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

13 P294
Nutritive value of tall growing soybean cultivars. D.W. Kellogg*, V. Nayigihugu, K.A. Anschutz, Z.B. Johnson, D.E. Longer, and T.E. Devine, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and USDA, Beltsville, MD.

14 P295
Effect of barley silage variety on milk yield and milk composition. G.R. Khorasani1, E. Okine2, R. Corbett2, B. Robinson1, and J.J. Kennelly1, 1University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada, and 2Alberta Agriculture, Edmonton, AB, Canada.

15 P296
Dry matter intake, rumen fill, and rumen fermentation characteristics as influenced by barley silage variety. G.R. Khorasani1*, E. Okine2, R. Corbett2, B. Cameron1, and J.J.Kennelly1, 1University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada and 2Alberta Agriculture, Edmonton, AB, Canada.

16 P297
Effects of physical process with or without ammoniation of rice straw on ruminal fermentation, blood urea nitrogen, digestion and nitrogen balance in sheep. W.J. Maeng, D.S. Kim*, S.C. Hwang, J.H. Lee and S.H. Lee, Department of Feeds and Nutritional Sciences, College of Animal Husbandry, Kon-Kuk University, Seoul Korea.

17 P298
Influence of physical process with or without ammoniation of rice straw on chewing activity in Korean-native steers. W.J. Maeng, S.H. Lee, D.S. Kim, S.R. Lee*, S.C. Hwang, and J.H. Lee, ARRC, Department of Feeds and Nutritional Sciences, College of Animal Husbandry, Kon-Kuk University, Seoul Korea.

18 P299
Effect of corn silage chop length on intake, milk production, and milk composition of lactating dairy cows. C.S. Kuehn*, J.G. Linn, and H.G. Jung, University of Minnesota, and USDA-Agricultural Research Service, St. Paul.

19 P300
Effect of bacterial inoculants on preservation efficiency and nutritive value of alfalfa silage for growing cattle. K.K. Bolsen*, M.A. Young, G.L. Huck, M.K. Siefers, J.E. Turner, S.A. Anderson, R.V. Pope, and J.S. Pendergraft, Kansas State University, Manhattan.

20 P301
Use of an alternating-section method to evaluate the effectiveness of inoculants on fermentation of corn silage stored in Ag Bags® . J.H. Harrison*1, D. Davidson1, and D. Linder2, 1Washington State University Dairy Forage Facility, Puyallup and 2Ag BagInternational, Warrenton, OR.

21 P302
Effect of propionic acid producing bacterial inoculants on corn silage fermentation and aerobic stability. G.E. Higginbotham*1, S.C. Mueller1, E.J. DePeters2, and K.K. Bolsen3, 1University of California Cooperative Extension, Fresno, 2University of California, Davis, and 3Kansas State University.

22 P303
Influence of a Cellulase/Xylanase Complex (C/X) on Lactational Performance of Dairy Cows Fed Alfalfa Hay (AH) Based Diets. L.G. Nussio*1, J.T. Huber1, C.B. Theurer1, C.B. Nussio1, J. Santos1, M. Tarazon1, R. O. Lima-Filho1, B. Riggs1, M. Lamoreaux1, and R.J. Treacher2, 1University of Arizona, Tucson and 2Finn Feeds, Marlborough, UK.

23 P304
Effect of enzyme or microbial treatment of bermudagrass forage before ensiling on nutrient composition, recovery and digestion. P. Mandebvu*1,2, J.W. West1,2, R.N. Gates4, M.A. Froetschel1,3, and G.M. Hill1,2, 1University of Georgia, 2Tifton and 3Athens, and 4USDA-ARS, Tifton, GA.

24 P305
Effect of forage maturity and source, and level of NDF on in situ digestion kinetics of Tifton 85 bermudagrass and corn silage-based TMRs. P. Mandebvu*1, J.W. West1, R.N. Gates2, G.M. Hill1,2, and B.G. Mullinix1, 1University of Georgia and 2USDA-ARS, Tifton, GA.

25 P306
Performance of lactating dairy cows fed alfalfa haylage treated with bacterial inoculants at ensilation. J.E. Shirley* and M.E. Scheffel, Kansas State University, Manhattan.

26 P307
Chemical composition and in situ degradability of leucaena (Leucaena leucocephala) and desmodium (Desmodium ovalifolium) submitted at two conservation forms. G.T. Santos*, M.A. Assis, H.V. Petit, U. Cecato, L.M. Zeoula, L.P. Rigolon, A.F. Branco, J.C. Damasceno, and V. Bett, Universidade Estadual de Maringá, CNPq, Brazil.

27 P308
Effects of tannic acid on silage proteolyse and ruminal degradability of bermuda grass, cv. coast cross (Cynodon dactylon L. Pers.) e alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) silages. G.T. Santos*, H.V. Petit, U. Cecato, R.L. Oliveira, L.M. Zeoula, L.P. Rigolon, J.C. Damasceno, A.F. Branco, and V. Bett, Universidade Estadual de Maringá, CNPq, Brazil.

28 P309
The effects of oven drying on the composition and degradability characteristics of animal selected forages. E.A. Reed* and R.L. Belyea, University of Missouri, Columbia.

29 P310
Supplementing lactating dairy cows on pasture with concentrate or TMR. J.G. Welch, and R.H. Palmer, University of Vermont, Burlington.

30 P311
Addition of Yucca schidigera extract on performance of grazing dairy cows. K.M. Kobosky, L.D. Muller*, J.B. Cooper, and T.W. Cassidy, Pennsylvania State University, University Park.

31 P312
Supplementation of roasted soybeans to dairy cows on pasture. T.R. Dhiman*, V.R. Kanneganti, L.D. Satter, R.P. Walgenbach and L.J. Massingill, US Dairy Forage Research Center, USDA-Agricultural Research Service, and Department of Dairy Science, University of Wisconsin, Madison.
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Health 5 - Mastitis

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Chairperson: J. Hogan
Family & Consumer Studies 300

8:00 P313
Validation of Removal Reasons for Ontario Dairy Cows. D. F. Kelton* and K. D. Lissemore, University of Guelph, Canada.

8:15 P314
Recommendations for National Standards for Recording and Presenting Selected Clinical Diseases of Dairy Cattle. K. D. Lissemore* and D. F. Kelton, University of Guelph, Canada.

8:30 P315
Partial Budget of the Discounted Annual Net Benefit of Mastitis-control Strategies. H. G. Allore* and H. N. Erb, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY.

8:45 P316
Recombinant Bovine Somatotropin and Clinical Mastitis: Incidence, Discarded Milk Following Therapy, and Culling. L. J. Judge*, R. J. Erskine and P. C. Bartlett, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

9:00 P317
Effect of rBST Treatment on Milk Production, SCC and Clinical Symptoms During Experimentally Induced S. uberis Mastitis in Cows. D. Hoeben* and C. Burvenich, University of Gent, Belgium.

9:15 P318
Migration of Mastitic Bacteria Across Bovine Mammary Epithelial Cell Monolayer. B. Zavizion and A. J. Bramley*, University of Vermont, Burlington.

9:30 P319
Effect of Mastitic Pathogens on the Expression of Urokinase Plasminogen Activator by Immortalized Bovine Mammary Cell Lines. B. Zavizion, J. H. White and A. J. Bramley*, University of Vermont, Burlington.

9:45 P320
The Expression of TGFbeta, TGFe and IGF-I in Bovine Mammary Gland. J. Halper* and K. L. Jacobsen. University of Georgia, Athens, GA.

10:00 P321
Field Trial Evaluation of a Persistent Barrier Teat Dip for Preventing Mastitis During the Dry Period. L. L. Timms*, A. Steffens, and L. Allen, Iowa State University, Ames.

10:15 P322
Antibiotic Regimen Alters the Outcome of Clinical Mastitis in Dairy Cows. D. E. Morin*, R. D. Shanks, and G. C. McCoy, University of Illinois, Urbana.

10:30 P323
Late Lactation Response of Goat Somatic Cells to Antiinflammatory Drugs. S.P. Hart, S.S. Zeng and E.N. Escobar, E (Kika) de la Garza Institute for Goat Research, Langston University, OK.
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Health 6 - Roundtable Discussion
Prevention of Hypocalcemia in the Cow

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
8:30 am - 10:30 am
Chairperson: M. F. Hutjens, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Whippletree, University Centre

Panel members will speak for up to 5 minutes on each of the following topics to stimulate discussion. Topics and panel members:

Cation-anion effects on calcium balance. E. Block, McGill University, St. Anne de Bellevue, Quebec, Canada.

Monitoring herds using urine pH. P. W. Jardon, University of California, Davis.

Formulating rations to prevent hypocalcemia. G. R. Oetzel, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

Controlloing potassium in diets. J. P. Goff, National Animal Disease Center, USDA, ARS, Ames, Iowa.

Oral calcium preparations to reduce hypocalcemia. W. K. Sanchez, University of Idaho, Moscow.

Where should we set dietary calcium? L. Rodriguez, Michigan State University, East Lansing.
Audience members are encouraged to bring up to 2 slides to help stimulate discussion. Respondents to date indicate they would like to discuss some of the commercial anion sources available and their relative merits, and effects of hypocalcemia prevention on secondary disease prevention. Audience members with slides should contact Dr. Jesse Goff, USDA-ARS, Ames, IA (phone 515/239-8547; e-mail: em:jgoff@nadc.ars.usda.gov) to arrange for projection of slides.

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PRODUCTION DIVISION BUSINESS MEETING

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Chairperson: D.K. Beede, Michigan State University, East Lansing
Thornbrough 100
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Foundation Scholar Recipient Lecture

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
1:15 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Chairperson: W.E. Sandine, Oregon State University, Corvallis

Speaker: S.E. Duncan, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg
Title: The Next Generation Altering the Image of Dairy Products through Technological Advancements.
Ontario Veterinary College 1715

Dairy Cattle Improvement 4
Computational methods, non-additive genetics and genetic markers

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairperson: K.M. Wade
Thornbrough 100

1:00 P216
Effect of applied adjustments for heterogeneous variances on accuracies of estimated breeding values. F. Canavesi*, F. Miglior and A. B. Samore, ANAFI, Cremona, Italy.

1:15 P324
Method R estimates of heritability for milk, fat and protein yields from first lactations of dairy cattle. C.P. Van Tassell*, G.R. Wiggans and H.D. Norman, Animal Improvement Programs Laboratory, ARS-USDA, Beltsville, MD.

1:30 P325
Approximate accuracy of genetic evaluation under an animal model. K.R. Koots*1, L.R. Schaeffer1 and G.B. Jansen2, 1University of Guelph, 2Canadian Dairy Network, Ontario, Canada.

1:45 P326
Effect of inbreeding on lifetime performance of dairy cattle. L.A. Smith*, B.G. Cassell and R.E. Pearson, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg.

2:00 P327
Effect of full-sibs on additive breeding values under the dominance model for stature in U.S. Holsteins. I. Misztal*1, L. Varona1, and T.J. Lawlor2, 1University of Georgia, Athens, and 2Holstein Association, Brattleboro, VT.

2:15 P328
Nonlinear mixed effects models for somatic cell count test-day data in Holstein cattle. S.L. Rodriquez-Zas*, D. Gianola, and G.E. Shook, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

2:30 P329
Invited presentation: Generalized linear models in dairy cattle breeding. R.J. Tempelman*, Michigan State University, East Lansing.

3:15 P330
Robust versus Gaussian linear models under simulated preferential treatment. I. Stranden* and D. Gianola, University of Wisconsin, Madison.

3:30 P331
New insight into the cause for changes in estimates of genetic parameters by restricted maximum likelihood and Gibbs sampling. E.C. Lin and P.J. Berger*, Iowa State University, Ames.

3:45 P333
Response to mass versus quantitative trait locus selection under a finite loci model. M.T. Kuhn*, R.L. Fernando and A.E. Freeman, Iowa State University, Ames.

4:00 P334
Regression of phenotype on marker genotype for QTL mapping in half-sib designs. H.N. Kadarmideen* and J.C.M. Dekkers, University of Guelph, Canada.

4:15 P335
Association of BoLA-DRB3 locus with economically important traits in dairy cattle. N. Vukasinovic*, M. Martinez and A.E. Freeman, Iowa State University, Ames.

4:30 P336
Markers near the growth hormone receptor gene and their possible associations with milk related traits in Holsteins. S.E. Aggrey*, J. Yao, D. Zadworny, J.F. Hayes and U. Kuhnlein, McGill University, Canada.

4:45 P337
Linkage of blood groups in Jerseys to traits of economic importance. C.M. Wachter* and B.T. McDaniel, North Carolina State University, Raleigh.
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Management 4 - Posters - General Management

Tuesday, June 24, 1997
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Chairpersons: J. L. Garrett and R. J. Harmon
Peter Clark Hall, University Centre

(posters attended by authors: Even 1:00 - 3:00; Odd 3:00 - 5:00)

32 P338
Effect of spatial restriction on