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Dry Matter Variability And Quality In Some Perspective Populations Of Some Agrostis Species, Zorica Tomic, Gordana Surlan Momirovic, M Stosic
Dry Matter Variability And Quality In Some Perspective Populations Of Some Agrostis Species, Zorica Tomic, Gordana Surlan Momirovic, M Stosic
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Important goals in forage grass breeding are improvement in forage yield and quality. The objective of this study was the examination of dry matter variability of autochtonous populations of three species from the genus Agrostis L. in order to choose the best ones for creating cultivars. Since we have not had domestic cultivars of these species so far, and it is known that they can be used for various purposes like cutting and grazing and having good quality, this research is made reasonable in many ways. The present results refer to the variability of genetic potentiality of the dry matter …
Conservation Of Grass Collections At The Western Regional Plant Introduction Station, V L. Bradley, R C. Johnson
Conservation Of Grass Collections At The Western Regional Plant Introduction Station, V L. Bradley, R C. Johnson
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Germplasm managers at the Western Regional Plant Introduction Station (WRPIS) have focused on improving seed regeneration in forage and turf grass species through studies of diversity maintenance, using isozyme markers in annual ryegrass (Lolium multiflorum Lam.) and through studies of pollen isolation, using strains of dominant pubescent and recessive glabrous smooth bromegrass (Bromus inermis Leyss.). Balanced samples of annual ryegrass (an equal number of seeds per plant) from field plots were best for maintaining allelic frequencies, but genetic diversity (heterozygosity and allelic richness) was maintained nearly as well in bulk samples (seeds proportionally assembled according to seeds per …
Legume-Rhizobia Relationship In The Nitrogen Fixation Of A New Mediterranean Pasture Legume (Biserrula Pelecinus L.), A Loi, J G. Howieson, P S. Cocks, S J. Carr
Legume-Rhizobia Relationship In The Nitrogen Fixation Of A New Mediterranean Pasture Legume (Biserrula Pelecinus L.), A Loi, J G. Howieson, P S. Cocks, S J. Carr
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Biserrula pelecinus (biserrula) is a pasture legume of Mediterranean climates. Because of its ability to survive on acidic and infertile soils, it has been introduced to southern Australia as a potential alternative or companion plant to serradella and subterranean clover. The successful introduction of this species will be reliant upon the selection of an appropriate inoculant strain of its root-nodule bacteria and understanding of its ecology. A selection of five rhizobial strains isolated from biserrula nodules collected in Sardinia and Greece were examined for their ability to nodulate and fix nitrogen with 3 genotypes of biserrula. Although all rhizobial strains …
Productivity Of Panicum Dichotomiflorum Michx., Promising New Forage Grass, Seung Keun Jong, Dong Sam Cho
Productivity Of Panicum Dichotomiflorum Michx., Promising New Forage Grass, Seung Keun Jong, Dong Sam Cho
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Since summer growth of forage crops limits cattle grazing and hay production in Korea, it is important to exploit the natural resources which are suitable for forage production. A series of experiments to establish cultural management practice for Panicum dichotomiflorum MICHX. were carried out at the Experimental Farm of Chungbuk National University from 1993 to 1995. Stratification of seed promoted emergence and plant establishment. Although fresh and dry yield at the 1st harvest were closely related with number of plants established per unit area, total yield was less affected by number of plants at the early stage. P. dichotomiflorum MICHX. …
Origin Of The World's Collection Of The Tropical Forage Legume Chamaecrista Rotundifolia, B C. Pengelly, B L. Maass, B D. Thomas, J B. Hacker
Origin Of The World's Collection Of The Tropical Forage Legume Chamaecrista Rotundifolia, B C. Pengelly, B L. Maass, B D. Thomas, J B. Hacker
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Round leaf cassia (Chamaecrista rotundifolia) cv. Wynn is an important legume in light textured soils in sub-tropical Queensland and forage evaluators in other regions of the tropics frequently wish to include in their evaluation trials this cultivar plus other accessions which represent the variation in the species. Provenance data of a world collection of 130 accessions of round leaf cassia were examined and a core set of 26 accessions selected.
Ecovar Development On The Northern Great Plains Of North America, K W. May, B Wark, B Coulman
Ecovar Development On The Northern Great Plains Of North America, K W. May, B Wark, B Coulman
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
The objective of this study was to develop sources of seed of native plant species to facilitate commercial seed production of ecovars suitable for revegetation and reclamation of disturbed land. An ecovar or ecological variety is native plant material derived from a composite of germplasm collected throughout the area of adaptation and that contains the natural genetic diversity of the species. Ecovars are currently being developed or proposed for 24 species of grass, legume and shrub species from the northern great plains. The research is conducted by scientists at nine research centres from six agencies in two countries. Seed from …
Evaluation Of Tropical And Subtropical Forage Grasses In The Northwest Region Of Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil, R B. Medeiros, J M. Souza, J E. G. Zambra
Evaluation Of Tropical And Subtropical Forage Grasses In The Northwest Region Of Rio Grande Do Sul, Brazil, R B. Medeiros, J M. Souza, J E. G. Zambra
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
A collection of 137 accessions of tropical and subtropical grasses of Pennisetum purpureum (53), Panicum maximum (10), Brachiaria spp. (9), Hemarthria altissima (19), Setaria spp. (11), Digitaria spp. (22), Cynodon spp.(7) and Paspalum spp. (6) was evaluated for frost tolerance (FT), dry matter yield per cut (DMYC), number of cuts (NC) and accumulated dry matter yield per year (ADMY). Crude protein content (CPC), leaf/stem ratio (L/S), pubescence (P) and animal preference under grazing (AP) were also recorded in 20 entries of in P. purpureum. Data exploration involved cluster analysis and ordination, revealing the most promising entries among and within …
Evaluation Under Grazing Of Two Festuca Arundinacia Cultivars With Contrasting Growth Patterns, A Mazzanti, M H. Wade
Evaluation Under Grazing Of Two Festuca Arundinacia Cultivars With Contrasting Growth Patterns, A Mazzanti, M H. Wade
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Two cultivars of Festuca arundinacea, one of temperate origin (El Palenque: PAL) with higher spring and summer growth and one of North African origin (Maris Kasba: MK) with higher winter growth, were compared under grazing during three years. They were grazed continuously, using a “put and take” system, by young steers and the swards maintained at equal heights, but which varied slightly between seasons. Daily live weight gain (LWG) and instantaneous stocking rate (ISR) were used to estimate productivity per unit area. There was no difference between cultivars in LWG, but consistent and important differences in ISR: MK carrying …
Relationships Among Some Lolium And Festuca Species, G Charmet, F Balfourier, C Ravel
Relationships Among Some Lolium And Festuca Species, G Charmet, F Balfourier, C Ravel
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Molecular markers were used to investigate phylogenetic relationships among the 8 species of ryegrass (Lolium) and 11 species of fescue (Festuca). Nine sequences of non-coding chloroplastic or mitochondrial DNA were amplified through PCR, then digested by 20 restriction enzymes. Restriction sites data were used to draw an UPGMA tree. The main features are: 1) a clear-cut distinction between fine-leaved fescues (subg. Festuca) and broad-leaved fescues (subg. Schedonorus), which include the ryegrasses. 2) among the broad-leaved fescues, meadow fescue and tall fescue are very closely related, which may indicate that they share a common maternal …
Breeding Reed Canarygrass As An Energy Or Fibre Crop By Using Local Collected Wild Populations, E Lindvall
Breeding Reed Canarygrass As An Energy Or Fibre Crop By Using Local Collected Wild Populations, E Lindvall
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Reed canarygrass (Phalaris arundinacea L.) has become interesting as an industrial crop in Sweden. The grass can be used as biofuel or fibre raw material for pulp production. New varieties have to be developed, with a quality different from forage varieties. High stem/ leaf-ratio, low content of ash and elements like silica, potassium and chlorine are important breeding goals. A Swedish project, aiming to evaluate local reed canarygrass populations, shows that there is some variation in these morphological and chemical characters which can be utilised in a breeding program.
Compared Productivity Of Local Ecotypes And Selected Cultivars Of Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium Perenne) In High Belgium, P Limbourg, Ph Lecomte
Compared Productivity Of Local Ecotypes And Selected Cultivars Of Perennial Ryegrass (Lolium Perenne) In High Belgium, P Limbourg, Ph Lecomte
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
The objective of the trials was to compare the productivity of local ecotypes of perennial ryegrass (Lolium perenne) issued from old permanent pastures of High Belgium to that of adapted cultivars. During 3 consecutive years 2 local ecotypes were compared, in pure seedling at 2 different levels of nitrogenous manure, to 2 cultivars frequently used in seed mixtures for pastures. Results obtained using a cutting cycle wich simulated grazing did not reveal significant differences in terms of forage production or feeding value. These results explain the weak increase in forage production recorded in pastures renovated by reseeding as …
Salix Babylonica, A Traditional Fodder With Promising Potential, K Wangdi, W Roder, P Thinlay
Salix Babylonica, A Traditional Fodder With Promising Potential, K Wangdi, W Roder, P Thinlay
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
In Bhutan, tree fodders are important for ruminant nutrition, especially during the dry winter season. Salix babylonica is the preferred species for temperate regions. Farmers above 2000 m plant it widely for fodder, fuel, and fencing. Lack of fodder availability during the dry season, and competition with other crops are its main disadvantages. Crude protein content of S. babylonica leaves declined from 25% in May to 11% in October. Voluntary intake was 78 and 85 g dry matter/W0.75 and live weight gain 330 and 64 g day-1 for growing bulls and sheep, respectively. Dry matter disappearance after 48 hours of …
Purification Of Eutrophic Hydro-Environments And The Utilization For New Biomass Forage Resources By Aquatic Plants In Asia, K Kabata, C Okamoto, B Montien-Art, T Nakazono, T Odahara, M Kikuchi
Purification Of Eutrophic Hydro-Environments And The Utilization For New Biomass Forage Resources By Aquatic Plants In Asia, K Kabata, C Okamoto, B Montien-Art, T Nakazono, T Odahara, M Kikuchi
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Water pollution, especially eutrophication, has become a serious world-wide problem in recent years. On the other hand, forage is in short supply during the dry season in Asia (especially in Southeast Asia). The purpose of this paper is to describe the development of new forage resources from among aquatic plants. In conclusion, it is suggested that three emergent plants (Zizania latifolia Turcz., Pontederia cordata L., Paspalum distichum L.) are useful as new forage species because of their absorptive ability for nitrogen and phosphorus from eutrophic water and their superior feeding value following ensiling.
Ecogeographic Assessment Of Mediterranean Environments For Targeting Legume Collections, S J. Bennett
Ecogeographic Assessment Of Mediterranean Environments For Targeting Legume Collections, S J. Bennett
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
The mediterranean area is the centre of diversity for many of the legume species of agricultural importance and their wild relatives. Ecogeographical assessments are a method of determining the areas within the mediterranean that are homologous with a particular area within southern Australia. Using Geographical Information Systems the distribution of legume species are mapped and related to other climatic and edaphic factors. Using this data it is possible to show which areas of the mediterranean have been well collected and where the edaphic requirements of a species can be found and therefore where to collect it. The detail of an …
Genetic Diversity As Affected By Selection Methodology In Native Grass Species, A T. Phan, S R. Smith
Genetic Diversity As Affected By Selection Methodology In Native Grass Species, A T. Phan, S R. Smith
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
The utilization of native grasses for widespread plantings is limited by availability and cost of adapted seed sources. The objectives of this study were to assess the genetic diversity of locally collected blue grama (Bouteloua gracilis) and little bluestem (Schyzachyrium scoparium) populations and to examine potential shifts in genetic diversity using two selection methodologies. The ecovar method involved selection of the 20% highest seed yielding genotypes with equal representation from all populations while the ‘cultivar’ method involved selecting the highest 5% based on overall rank. Phenotypic variability was observed for morphological and reproductive traits between collected …
Physiological And Chemical Characteristics Of Five Cultivars Of Cynodon, C C.C. Gomide, L.R. De A. Rodrigues, T.De J.D. Rodrigues, R A. Reis, D A. Banzatto
Physiological And Chemical Characteristics Of Five Cultivars Of Cynodon, C C.C. Gomide, L.R. De A. Rodrigues, T.De J.D. Rodrigues, R A. Reis, D A. Banzatto
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
The experiment was carried out at UNESP, Brazil, to evaluate five Cynodon cultivars: (Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst cv “Tifton 68”, Cynodon spp. cv “Tifton 85”, Cynodon dactylon cv “Florakirk”, Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. nlemfuensis cv “Florico” e Cynodon nlemfuensis Vanderyst var. nlemfuensis cv “Florona”). Plants were sampled once a week from 14 to 84 days of growth to study physiological characteristics and at 14-day intervals to study chemical characteristics. The following variables were studied: DM production, leaf/stem ratio, leaf weight/total dry matter ratio, relative growth rate, chlorophyll contents, leaf area, specific leaf area, LAI, and the contents of CP, NDF, …
Pasture Yield And Animal Performance From Aeschynomene Americana Cultivars Glenn And Lee, H G. Bishop, T B. Hilder, J J. Bushell
Pasture Yield And Animal Performance From Aeschynomene Americana Cultivars Glenn And Lee, H G. Bishop, T B. Hilder, J J. Bushell
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
An on farm demonstration site was used to promote and compare the performance of the tropical legumes Glenn American jointvetch and Lee American jointvetch (Aeschynomene americana). Both legumes are widely sown in tropical Australia and are being increasingly sown in South-East Asian pasture projects. Glenn and Lee both grew well and persisted in grass/legume pastures over a 5 year period. Liveweight gain of steers, at a stocking rate of 1.5/ha, slightly favoured the Glenn pasture and gains of 0.49 kg/day for a 595 day period were achieved. Soil seed reserves were much higher under the annual Glenn than …
Diversity And Sustainability Of The Pek Savannas Of The Lao Pdr, V Phengvichith, J B. Hacker
Diversity And Sustainability Of The Pek Savannas Of The Lao Pdr, V Phengvichith, J B. Hacker
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
The pek savannas of the Lao PDR occur in the southern half of the country and are relatively undeveloped. They are disjunct upland communities characterised by an understorey dominated by three species of Arundinaria, known locally as pek. The canopy varies from open forest to woodland. In relatively undisturbed communities, pek grows to c. 1.5 m tall, and is generally 99% pure, with tall growing grasses occurring infrequently. Higher levels of disturbance lead to invasion of shrub species and ingress of some lower-growing grasses and occasional legumes, some of which are palatable to livestock. Pek is palatable to livestock …
Research Programme To Improve The Utilization Of Home-Grown Forages In The Netherlands, A.M. Van Vuuren, A H. Bosma, G J. Kaspers, J.J. M.H. Ketelaars, E.N. Van Loo, H J.P. Marvin, H Valk, G.W.J. Van De Ven
Research Programme To Improve The Utilization Of Home-Grown Forages In The Netherlands, A.M. Van Vuuren, A H. Bosma, G J. Kaspers, J.J. M.H. Ketelaars, E.N. Van Loo, H J.P. Marvin, H Valk, G.W.J. Van De Ven
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
In The Netherlands a research programme has been initiated by the Ministry of Agriculture, Nature Management and Fisheries to increase the proportion of high-quality home-grown forage in rations for dairy cows. This should result in a more sustainable dairy husbandry by improving the efficiency of utilization of nitrogen and phosphorus from home-grown forages (mainly grass and maize) on farm level. Research disciplines involved are plant breeding, forage harvesting and conservation and nutrition.
The European Ryegrass Core Collection: A Tool To Improve The Use Of Genetic Resources, N R. Sackville Hamilton, I D. Thomas, P Marum, L Ostrem, M Sevcíková, E Willner, F Balfourier, B Boller, V F. Chapurin, V Connolly, G Dologa, H Fritzen, T Van Hintum, L Horváth, W Majtkowski, V Negri, A Oliveira Prendes, D Reheul, D Shamov1, T Vaitsis
The European Ryegrass Core Collection: A Tool To Improve The Use Of Genetic Resources, N R. Sackville Hamilton, I D. Thomas, P Marum, L Ostrem, M Sevcíková, E Willner, F Balfourier, B Boller, V F. Chapurin, V Connolly, G Dologa, H Fritzen, T Van Hintum, L Horváth, W Majtkowski, V Negri, A Oliveira Prendes, D Reheul, D Shamov1, T Vaitsis
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
A core collection of 162 populations of ryegrass (Lolium perenne) native to 18 European countries, is being evaluated across Europe in a multi-country trial. Each participating country contributed the lesser of 10% or 25 accessions from its collection of native populations. The accessions are being grown at 18 sites in 17 countries. Quick, cheap protocols were developed for evaluation. Preliminary results are presented for performance during the first winter. Populations of northern origin showed uniformly low winter damage and low winter growth at all evaluation sites. Populations of Mediterranean origin were more affected by the environment used for …
Differences Between Adapted Populations Of Dactylis Glomerata L. In Argentina, A Andres, M Barufaldi
Differences Between Adapted Populations Of Dactylis Glomerata L. In Argentina, A Andres, M Barufaldi
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Nine adapted populations of orchardgrass (Dactylis glomerata L.) were collected from different grassland environments of Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, in order to investigate genetic differences between and within populations. Fifty plants per population were clonally propagated and transplanted as spaced-plant trial in a randomized design with three replicates. The results indicated large differences between and within populations for most attributes measured. Attributes related with the expression of foliar diseases and seed yield had the highest broad-sense heritability values. The results suggest that the genetic variation found in the adapted populations of orchardgrass has been mainly determined by the environmental …
The Plants Database: Providing Basic Plant Information, J S. Peterson, J F. Henson, W Oaks, J T. Kartesz
The Plants Database: Providing Basic Plant Information, J S. Peterson, J F. Henson, W Oaks, J T. Kartesz
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
The PLANTS database provides basic plant information to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), its clients, cooperators, and the general public via the World Wide Web (Fig. 1). The foundation of PLANTS is a taxonomic backbone (checklist) of the vascular and nonvascular plants of North America (north of Mexico) and United States territories in the Caribbean and Pacific regions. Attribute data are appended to this backbone pertaining to distribution, vegetative specifications, nativity, federal and state status, crop data, growth form, growth parameters, species abstracts, and images.
Forage Production Potential Of Poa Arachnifera Torr In Semi-Arid Climates, J C. Read, M A. Sanderson, G W. Evers, P W. Voigt, J A. Reinert
Forage Production Potential Of Poa Arachnifera Torr In Semi-Arid Climates, J C. Read, M A. Sanderson, G W. Evers, P W. Voigt, J A. Reinert
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
This study was undertaken to determine the forage potential of Texas bluegrass (Poa arachnifera Torr). Texas bluegrass is a perennial coolseason grass native to Kansas, Oklahoma, western Arkansas, and the central region of Texas, USA (Gould, 1975). Thirteen different accessions were established in 1988 at the Texas A&M University Centers at Dallas and Stephenville and tested for 2 years. Mean yields at Stephenville and Dallas were 3610 and 6022 kg ha-1. Two synthetic varieties (Syn-1 and Syn-2) were tested from 1990 to 1995 at four locations in Texas. Yields of Syn-1 was greater than Syn-2 whereas Syn- 2 provided …
More Aeschynomene Pasture Legumes For The Tropics And Sub-Tropics, H G. Bishop, B G. Cook, B H. English, J J. Bushell, T B. Hilder
More Aeschynomene Pasture Legumes For The Tropics And Sub-Tropics, H G. Bishop, B G. Cook, B H. English, J J. Bushell, T B. Hilder
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Two cultivars of Aeschynomene villosa were released in Queensland in 1995. Cultivars ‘Reid’ (previously CPI 91209) and ‘Kretschmer’ (previously CPI 93621) are both native to Mexico and are the first cultivars of A. villosa to be released as pasture legumes. They will complement the three Aeschynomene cultivars already in use in tropical and sub-tropical northern and eastern Australia, namely cultivars ‘Glenn’ and ‘Lee’ (A. americana) and ‘Bargoo’ (A. falcata). Characteristics of Reid and Kretschmer jointvetch include, early seeding perennials within high seed yields, prostrate to semi-erect growth habit, adaptation to a wide range of soil types …
Soil Nitrification Inhibition With Plantain (Plantago Lanceolata), M. E. Peterson, P. M. Fraser, C. R. Anderson, N. I. Joyce, H. G. Judson
Soil Nitrification Inhibition With Plantain (Plantago Lanceolata), M. E. Peterson, P. M. Fraser, C. R. Anderson, N. I. Joyce, H. G. Judson
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
One strategy to reduce nitrogen losses from intensively grazed forage systems is to slow the first stage of soil nitrification, specifically inhibiting the microbial oxidation of ammonium to nitrite. Plantain (Plantago lanceolata) leaves and roots are known to contain several bioactive compounds (e.g., aucubin, catalpol and verbascoside) that may contribute to this inhibition. Recent laboratory studies indicate that this inhibition occurs via consumption by grazing animals of precursor bioactive compounds in aboveground biomass and their subsequent excretion as secondary metabolites in urine and/or via active exudation from the roots. Different cultivars of plantain have been shown to impart …
Forage Genomics Accelerate The Germplasm Resource Innovation, Fan Wu, Qi Yan, Pan Xu, Zhen Duan, Jiyu Zhang
Forage Genomics Accelerate The Germplasm Resource Innovation, Fan Wu, Qi Yan, Pan Xu, Zhen Duan, Jiyu Zhang
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
To achieve sustainability and food security we need expand the germplasm base and access novel genetic diversity to accelerate breeding. For developing new forage cultivars, the availability of a high-quality genome facilitates accurate characterization of new germplasm, and an understanding of the genetics underlying important traits. Here, we sequenced and assembled three high-quality chromosome-level forage genomes. The contig-level assembly of Cleistogenes songorica (2n = 4x = 40) comprised 540.12 Mb of the genome, with a contig N50 of 21.28 Mb. Complete assemblies of all telomeres, and of ten chromosomes were derived. The chromosome-scale genome size of elephant grass (2n = …
Theory And Application Of No-Till Reseeding Technology In Degraded Grasslands In China, Jingying Jing, Hongyan Ma, Yingjun Zhang
Theory And Application Of No-Till Reseeding Technology In Degraded Grasslands In China, Jingying Jing, Hongyan Ma, Yingjun Zhang
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Grasslands occupy nearly 400 million hectares in China, accounting for about 40.7% of the total land area, provide multiple ecological and economic benefits. However, due to over-grazing and over-cultivation, more than 90% grasslands in China are threatened by degradation that has caused significant negative impact on biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, such as biodiversity losses, decreased productivity, increased soil erosion etc. Thus, restoration of degraded grassland is urgent for sustainable grassland management in China. No-till reseeding has been found to be an effective way for grassland vegetation regeneration with improved productivity and increased plant diversity via reseeding suitable species with minimum …
Rangeland-Centered Agroecosystems In Indian Central Himalayas: Operationalizing Ecological Sustainability In Mountain Agriculture, Vir Singh
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Himalayan Mountains are home to unique agroecosystems harboring unique inter- and intra-species diversity in uncultivated and cultivated lands. The uncultivated lands are largely the rangelands which are ecologically more stable ecosystems than the cultivated lands which are ecologically prone areas. Rangelands, cultivated areas, and livestock in mountain agriculture are in organic linkages with each other, woven into a complex unitary whole, functionally oriented to produce foods and other life-supporting products – such as feed, fiber, fuel, fertilizers, etc. – and provide vital ecological functions. Rangelands in fragile Himalayan mountains serve as a key component of agriculture and the biodiversity conserved …
Mentoring Graduate Students For Academic Careers In Grassland Science, L. E. Sollenberger
Mentoring Graduate Students For Academic Careers In Grassland Science, L. E. Sollenberger
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Effective mentorship enhances student productivity and career achievements, yet faculty generally do not receive mentorship training, nor does mentorship receive focused attention, evaluation, and recognition. The objectives of this paper are to 1) define mentorship and identify roles of a mentor, 2) highlight qualities and outcomes of effective mentoring, and 3) elaborate best mentoring practices, metrics for assessing mentoring, and challenges for mentoring the next generation of grassland scientists. Mentoring is a professional alliance where individuals work together to support the personal and professional growth, development, and success of the relational partners. Mentors should be altruistic discipline experts, have substantial …
National Forage Week, B. Stefancik, K. Mullenix
National Forage Week, B. Stefancik, K. Mullenix
IGC Proceedings (1993-2023)
Social media can be a powerful tool for producers, researchers, and grassland professionals. Social media enables us to connect with a wide audience of producers, Extension personnel, colleagues, industry partners, and even the non-agriculture related community. This presentation in the thematic session on “Understanding the role of social media and digital resources in forage education and promotion” will focus on the impact of National Forage Week. National Forage Week is national campaign initiated by the American Forage and Grassland Council to promote forages and their contributions to society.