This community contains the theses and dissertations of the South Dakota State University, Department of Animal Science. The Department of Animal Science offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Animal Science, or the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Biological Sciences.
Due to copyright restrictions, the collection contains both open access and university access theses and dissertations. University access items are only available to SDSU users, and on-campus visitors. Non-SDSU users wishing to access restricted materials may request items through their institution’s interlibrary loan services.
Theses/Dissertations from 2007
Influence of Anabolic Implant Dosage and Delivery Pattern on Anabolic Responses in Steers, Sandi L. Parr
Theses/Dissertations from 2006
Effects of Feeding Varying Concentrations of Dry Distillers Grain with Solubles to Finishing Steers on Feedlot Performance, Nutrient Management and Odorant Emissions, Clinton Stanley Benson
Association of Molecular Markers with Carcass Traits in Beef Cattle, Angela M. Sanborn
Response of Gestating Beef Cows to Limit-fed Diets Containing Rolled Barley, Earl Hasting Ward
Theses/Dissertations from 2005
Effectiveness of Dried Distillers Grains Plus Solubles as a Protein Source for Beef Cows Consuming Mature, Low Protein Forage, Heidi L. Doering-Resch
Aspects of Nucleotide Nutrition in Pigs, Christopher D. Mateo
Using Serum Chemistry Profiles to Predict Beef Tenderness for The Purpose of On-line Instrument Grading, Jonathan L. Spronk
The Influence of Calcium Metabolism on Beef Tenderness, Theresa Anne Walsh
Theses/Dissertations from 2004
Effect of Decreased Estradiol-17β on the Insulin-Like Growth Factor-I System in Pigs, Chaundra K. Hilleson-Gayne
Phosphorus Digestibility of Inorganic Phosphorus Sources by Growing Pigs, Grant I. Petersen
Evaluation of Wet Distillers Grains with Solubles as Compared to Dry Distillers Grains with Solubles Fed to Growing and Finishing Steers, Kristina B. Santiago-Mateo
Effects of Prairie Dogs on Plant Community Composition and Vegetation Disappearance in Mixed-Grass Prairie, Matthew B. Stoltenberg
Determining the Optimum Ribeye Size for Beef Retail Consumers, Kurtis K. Sweeter
Theses/Dissertations from 2003
Genetic Parameters For Feed Efficiency and Related Traits In Beef Cattle, Adrienne M. Hilbrands
Evaluating Consumer Acceptability and Willingness to Pay for Various Beef Chuck Muscles, Anna Catherine Kukowski
Influence of Starch or Fiber on Realimentation of Transit Stressed Ruminants, Chad J. Mueller
Effect of Body Weight and Reproductive Status on Phosphorus Digestibility and Efficacy of Phytase in Pigs, Rommel C. Sulabo
Theses/Dissertations from 2002
Calcium, Phosphorus, and Amino Acid Digestibilities in Low Phytate Corn by Growing Pigs, Robert A. Bohlke
Genetics Factors in Postmortem Muscle Metabolism that Influence Beef Tenderness, Bruce Cameron Shanks
Theses/Dissertations from 2001
Associations of Leptin Gene Marker with Carcass Traits in Cattle, Chad Bierman
Location of Mode of Action of Monensin-Sodium and Subsequent Effect on Consumption Behavior when Administered into Growing Steers, Sheri J. Bierman
Soybean Hulls and Trace Mineral Supplementation Effects on Performance and Mineral Status of Feeder Calves, Howars M. Blalock
The Allometric Growth of Adipose Tissues in Beef Cattle, Kelly W. Bruns
Effect of High Oil Corn on Feedlot Performance, Carcass Characteristics, Meat Quality, and Case Life Properties in Feedlot Steers, Monica S. Eibs
Predicting the Value of Feeder Calves by Obtaining Performance and Carcass Data and by Reviewing Health and Management Factors at the Ranch of Origin, Nancy K. Grathwohl
Interaction of Leafy Spurge Toxins with Cattle and Cattle Ruminal Microbes, Mindy Hubert
Reducing Muscle Glycogen in Swine Through Diet Manipulation and Transport to Improve Pork Muscle Quality, Jennifer M. Leheska
Evaluation of Intramuscular Tenderness Variation and Alternative Fabrication Techniques for the Beef Chuck and Round, Brian James Reuter
Economic Evaluation of a Fall and Spring Crossbred Lambing System in Eastern South Dakota, Lesley A. Swanson
Theses/Dissertations from 2000
Characterization and Analysis of the Beef Cow-calf Enterprise of the Northern Great Plains using Standardized Performance Analysis, Barry H. Dunn
Effect of Breed Type, Feed Environment, and Interaction on Beef Biological Efficiency, Mark East
Polymorphisms at the Melatonin (MTNR1A) Gene and Their Association to Reproductive Performance in Fall Lambing Ewes, Casey D. Wright
Theses/Dissertations from 1999
The Effect of Hepatocyte Growth Factor (HGF) on Turkey Satellite Cell Proliferation and Differentiation, Caiyun Zeng
Theses/Dissertations from 1998
Evaluating the Agronomic Feasibility of Planting Late Season Corn, Wanda M. Cerkoney
Response of Western Wheatgrass Tillers to Grazing and Effects on Production and Growth of Daughter Tillers in Subsequent Years, Taralyn Fisher
Associations Between Molecular Markers and Cattle Production Traits, Jae-Ho Kim
Effect of Supplemental NaCl, Total Dietary Na, and Whey on Weanling Pig Performance, Terry A. Meyer
Evaluation of the Nutrient Value of a High Fiber Corn Silage Variety Compared to a Conventional Corn Silage Variety on Growing Cattle, Chad J. Mueller
Theses/Dissertations from 1997
Effect of the Lysine to Metabolizable Energy Ratio on Growth Performance and Protein Deposition in Boars, Barrows, and Gilts from 59 to 86 kg Body Weight, Ernie L. Hansen
Feeding of Urea Treated Oat Hulls to Growing Calves, Kevin Herrick
Comparison of Reproductive Performance and Wool Production of Crossbred Ewes Maintained as a Fall or Spring Lambing Flock at Two Different Locations, Timothy P. Lundeen
Effect of Level and Source of Crude Protein on Site and Extent of Digestion and Microbial Protein Synthesis in Feedlot Cattle, Allen D. Stateler
Theses/Dissertations from 1996
Effects of MGA on Prepubertal Crossbred Beef Heifers, Lanette Mae Butler
Effects of Grazing System and Stocking Rate on Patterns of Tiller Utilization, Jeffrey William Comstock
The Effect of Extended Photoperiod on Growth and Reproductive Performance of Crossbred Ewe Lambs Exposed for Fall Lambing, Dana J. Hanson
Leafy Spurge Haylage for Cattle, Jill Heemstra