Numbered Publications: ASC
ASC-141: Using Expected Progeny Differences
Darrh Bullock | Feb. 10, 2011 (Major Revision)
One of the most important decisions a cattle operator makes is selecting breeding animals to go into the cattle herd. Basing that decision on the genetic merit of the animal, not just the outward appearance, is critical to the herd's long-term performance.
ASC-180: Anthrax in Horses
Fernanda Camargo | Oct. 7, 2010 (New)
Horses become infected with anthrax either through ingestion, inhalation or skin penetration by biting flies or injury, especially when animals are exposed to soil or carcasses of infected animals.
ASC-179: How Much Meat to Expect from a Carcass: A Consumer's Guide to Purchasing Freezer Meats
Gregg Rentfrow | Aug. 2, 2010 (New)
Consumers who buy freezer meat should understand the difference between the paid weight and the amount of meat they will put in the freezer. To avoid misunderstandings, meat processors should be able to explain to customers the approximate amount of meat to expect from a beef, pork, or lamb carcass, the best ways to have meat wrapped for the freezer, and the amount of freezer space necessary to store large amounts of meat.
ASC-125: Rabies in Horses
Fernanda Camargo | Jun. 15, 2010 (Major Revision)
Rabies in the horse is a relatively uncommon disease. Although the number of confirmed rabies cases in horses is low, the potential for human exposure makes it important to discuss the causes of rabies and its diagnosis, treatment, and control. It is noteworthy that the American Association of Equine Practitioners and the American Veterinary Medical Association include rabies as one of the diseases for which horses should be vaccinated every year.
ASC-25: Growth Promoting Implants for Beef Cattle
Roy Burris, Jeff Lehmkuhler | Mar. 24, 2010 (Major Revision)
Utilization of growth-promoting implants in the beef cattle industry provides an opportunity for improving production efficiency. Within the animal, they promote protein synthesis, resulting in a 10 to 30% increase in growth along with a 5 to 10% improvement in feed efficiency.
ASC-178: Opportunities for Improved Cow Comfort through Freestall Barn Renovations
Jeffrey Bewley | Mar. 16, 2010 (New)
A properly managed and designed freestall barn can support high levels of milk production and animal well-being. Mismanaged or poorly designed freestalls can contribute to mastitis, lameness, hock abrasions, and injuries. Through years of experience observing and studying cow behavior in freestall barns, farmers, researchers, and engineers have refined recommendations for freestall design and management. In addition, as cow size has increased so has the amount of resting space required within a freestall, effectively changing the recommendations for freestall dimensions.
ASC-177: A Consumer Guide to Country of Origin Labeling
Gregg Rentfrow | Aug. 3, 2009 (New)
Since March 2009, all retail red meats, seafood and shellfish, and fruits and vegetables must contain a "Country of Origin Label," or COOL--designed to further inform consumers on the origins of their food.
ASC-176: Core Vaccination Program and Infectious Disease Control for Horses
Fernanda Camargo | Sep. 19, 2008 (New)
ASC-175: FAQs About the Retail Meat Case, Part 2: Basic Meats 101
Gregg Rentfrow | Apr. 23, 2008 (New)
ASC-174: FAQs About the Retail Meat Case, Part 1: Hamburger
Gregg Rentfrow | Apr. 1, 2008 (New)
