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- Collection, Fiber Color Characterization and Germplasm Conservation of
Native Cotton Gossypium Barbadense L. in Peru
Abstract: Abstract Cotton is an important fiber crop, with special significance in the historical, cultural, and socio- economic development of the planet. In Peru, the great color variability of cotton fibers has allowed the commercialization of numerous textile products throughout the centuries. At present, cotton species native to South America, such as Gossypium barbadense, are constantly threatened by anthropogenic factors, and thus there is a clear need for species conservation. Therefore, this study aimed to collect G. barbadense germplasm in Peru, characterize the germplasm by fiber color, and evaluate the application of different methods of germplasm conservation. The evaluated methods were seed bank, field techniques, and in vitro culture. Two hundred seventy-six samples of G. barbadense were collected between 2017 and 2021 and classified by fiber color into monochrome and polychrome of white (114 samples), orange (107) and brown (41). The conservation methods showed that the seed bank samples ranged from 50 g to 1 kg, while 95% of the field accessions survived. In addition, seedlings presented positive developmental responses when they were grown in vitro under modified MS culture, sucrose 2.0%, vitamins, glycine 2.0 mgL-1, and AgNO3 2.0 mg L-1. This study provides evidence of the color variability of G. barbadense distributed throughout Peru, and confirms that this species can be managed and conserved using germplasm conservation methods.
- Impact of Pregelatinization of Pea Protein on the Nutritional Profile of
Cupuaçu (Theobroma Grandiflorum) Oil
Abstract: Resumen Este estudio tuvo como objetivos caracterizar el desempeño emulsionante de proteína de guisante en aceite extraído de la semilla de cupuaçu, y determinar su impacto en el perfil nutricional del aceite a diferentes temperaturas. Las semillas fueron compradas a pequeños productores de la ciudad de Parintins (Brasil), después del proceso de despulpado de la fruta. En laboratorio se realizó la preparación de las emulsiones, el proceso de liofilización, y la caracterización de las microcápsulas usando un diseño completamente al azar (5x4). Se utilizó goma arábiga con proteína de chícharo como material de pared, y se evaluaron los siguientes parámetros: pH, acidez titulable, contenido de humedad, contenido de peróxidos y ácidos grasos. En lo que respecta a pH, los valores promedio obtenidos oscilaron entre 6,25 y 6,67. Los valores de acidez variaron entre 0,52 y 1,20, lo que indica que la temperatura no influyó en la acidez del aceite. Los valores de humedad variaron entre 3,6850 y 4,5425, sin diferencia significativa entre tratamientos. Los valores del índice de peróxido se mantuvieron por debajo del límite máximo permitido en la legislación (hasta 15 meq/kg). En cuanto a los ácidos grasos microencapsulados, los tratamientos no difirieron a lo largo de las semanas analizadas, siendo los resultados iniciales similares a los obtenidos en la primera y sexta semana de almacenamiento. Se concluye que es posible microencapsular el aceite de semilla de cupuaçu con proteína de guisante y goma arábiga.Abstract This study aimed to characterize the performance of pea protein as an emulsifying agent in oil extracted from cupuaçu seed and to determine its impact on the nutritional profile of the oil at different temperatures. The seeds were purchased from small producers in the city of Parintins (Brasil), after the pulping process of the fruit. In the laboratory, emulsion preparation, lyophilization, and characterization of the microcapsules were carried out using a completely randomized design (5x4). Gum arabic combined with pea protein was used as a wall material and the following parameters were evaluated: pH, titratable acidity, moisture content, peroxide content and fatty acid composition. Regarding pH, average values ranged between 6.25 and 6.67. Acidity values varied between 0.52 and 1.20, which indicates that temperature did not influence the acidity of the oil. Humidity varied between 3.6850 and 4.5425, without significant difference between treatments. The values of the peroxide index remained below the maximum limit allowed by the legislation (up to 15 meq/kg). Regarding the microencapsulated fatty acids, the treatments did not differ throughout the weeks analyzed, with the initial results being similar to those obtained in the first and sixth week of storage. It is concluded that cupuaçu seed oil can be microencapsulated with pea protein and gum arabic.
- Agronomic Performance and Profitability of Hybrids of Capsicum Annuum L.
Cv. Ancho San Luis Grown in Open Field in Peru
Abstract: Resumen: La hibridación juega un papel crucial en la producción de Capsicum annuum, cv. Ancho San Luis. Sin embargo, se requiere de análisis comparativos para identificar aquellos híbridos que responden mejor en términos de productividad y calidad bajo condiciones específicas. El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar el comportamiento agronómico y rentabilidad de cinco híbridos de C. annuum cv. Ancho San Luis, en condiciones de campo abierto en Arequipa, Perú. Los híbridos evaluados (Supernova, Almirante, Alteño, Sargento y Conquistador) se distribuyeron bajo un diseño de bloques completamente aleatorizados. Se evaluó altura de la planta (cm), largo final de raíz (cm), número de botones florales, número de frutos, incidencia de escaldado (%), calibre (largo y ancho en cm, peso en g), color (°ASTA), concentración total de pigmentos carotenoides (CTP), pungencia (SHU), rendimiento y rentabilidad. El análisis de los resultados fue realizado a través de los modelos lineales mixtos, prueba de comparaciones múltiple LSD-Fisher y correlación de Pearson, a un nivel de significancia de 95% (p-valor<0,05). Sargento presentó los frutos con mayor calibre comercial (22,64 g), con una baja incidencia de escaldado (0,38% por planta). Por el contrario, Supernova presentó los frutos con menor calibre comercial (15,05 g), pero éstos cumplieron con los parámetros de exportación. El mayor número de frutos por planta fue obtenido por Supernova, siendo el híbrido más rentable (2,07%). Se concluye que es necesario continuar con la búsqueda de híbridos que superen la calidad y rentabilidad de Supernova bajo las condiciones de campo abierto en Arequipa, Perú.Abstract: Hybridization plays a crucial role in the production of Capsicum annuum, cv. Ancho San Luis. However, identifying hybrids with higher productivity and fruit quality under specific conditions requires comparative analyses. The objective of this study was to evaluate the agronomic performance and profitability of five hybrids of C. annuum cv. Ancho San Luis under open field conditions in Arequipa, Peru. The evaluated hybrids (Supernova, Almirante, Alteño, Sargento, and Conquistador) were distributed in a completely randomized block design. Plant height (cm), final root length (cm), number of flower buds, number of fruits, scald incidence (%), fruit size (length and width in cm, weight in g), color (°ASTA), total carotenoid pigment concentration (CTP), pungency (SHU), yield and profitability were evaluated. The results were analyzed using linear mixed models, LSD-Fisher multiple comparisons test and Pearson’s correlation, at a significance level of 95% (p-value<0.05). Sargento produced the fruits with the largest commercial size (22.64 g), with a low incidence of scalding (0.38% per plant). Conversely, Supernova presented fruits with the smallest commercial size (15.05 g), but they met export parameters. The highest number of fruits per plant was obtained by Supernova, being the most profitable hybrid (2.07%). It is concluded that it is necessary to continue the search for hybrids that surpass the quality and profitability of Supernova under open field conditions in Arequipa, Peru.
- Maize and Soya Bean Response to the Residual Influence of Early-Season
Cropping System and Fertiliser Applications
Abstract: Abstract Continuous land cultivation has led to the application of fertilisers to maintain high crop yields. Favourable effects of different fertiliser sources for improved crop performance have been reported. However, there is scarce information on crop response to the residual effect of organomineral fertilisers (OMFs) applied to early sole and maize-soya bean intercropping. Consequently, the objective of this study was to evaluate the residual effect of N levels of organomineral and inorganic fertilisers applied to maize and soya bean in sole cropping and intercropping. The study was conducted in the years 2017 and 2018 in the Southern Guinea Savannah, Jalingo, Taraba State, Nigeria. Responses to the residual influence of early season cropping systems and applications of OMF and NPK 20-10-10 were evaluated in repeated field trials. The residual effects of a previously assessed 2 x 9 factorial arrangement, cropping system (sole and intercrop) and fertiliser applications (0, 50, 100, 150, 200 kg N/ha of OMF and 50, 100, 150, 200 kg N/ha of NPK fertiliser) were evaluated in a randomised complete block design with three replicates. Maize (ACR-95DT) and soya bean (TGX 1488-2E) were planted at densities of 40,000 and 74,000 plants/ha, respectively. Data were analysed using ANOVA at p<0.05. Maize and soya bean plant heights and N uptake significantly increased under the residual influence of sole cropping compared to intercropping in both years. Furthermore, maize-soya bean intercropping produced significantly lower grain yields than their sole crops in both years. The land equivalent ratio of the system was greater than one in both years. The residual effect of early season intercropping reduced subsequent yields of maize and soya bean, while OMF residual effects favoured sole maize, sole bean, and maize-bean intercrop performances at 100 kg N/ha.
- Convective Drying Kinetics of Yacon (Smallanthus Sonchifolius Poepp. &
Endl.) Slabs and Evaluation of the Dryer Pid Temperature Control System
Abstract: Abstract Yacon is a functional food that is rich in fructooligosaccharides (FOS) and highly perishable, which requires inexpensive methods for its preservation. The objectives of this research were to model the kinetics of convection drying of yacon slabs and to assess the effect of air velocity on the temperature record of the heating zone controlled by the Proportional-Integral-Derivative control system (PID). Different temperatures (60, 70, and 80 °C) at constant air velocity (0.87 m s-1) were evaluated in a convective tray drying system. To determine the effect of air velocity on the PID temperature controller, different air velocities (0.81-2.06 m s-1) at constant temperature (70 °C) were studied. The results showed that Page’s model was the best fitting of the data obtained, the effective diffusivity of convective drying of yacon ranged from 1.22x10-10 to 1.9x10-10 m2 s-1 and the activation energy was 21.76 kJ mol-1. With PID temperature control, it was observed that the best drying rate and lowest temperature signal error occurred at an air velocity of 1.46 m s-1, where the temperature signal was more stable and closer to the reference temperature. In conclusion, the kinetic modeling of the convective drying of yacon provides optimal drying parameters as well as behavior of mass and heat transfer phenomena, particularly considering that the effect of air velocity influences the drying kinetics and the PID temperature control of the dryer.
- Indol-3-acetic acid is an effective agent for the induction and
proliferation of callus in Theobroma cacao
Abstract: Abstract: In vitro propagation protocols for Theobroma cacao have focused on the multiplication of genotypes with the use of 2,4-diclorofenoxiacetic acid (2,4-D) and thidiazuron (TDZ) in the initial phase of the process. There are no reports of the use of indole-3-acetic acid (AIA) as a source of auxin. Due to risks for human health and the environment, international bans have been placed on the use of 2,4-D. The objective of this study was to evaluate the capacity of AIA in combination with TDZ as inducers of embryogenic usfrom staminodes and petals of the Creole and Trinitarian genotypes of T. cacao. The results showed that the combination of AIA 1.0 mg L-1 and TDZ0.005 mg L-1 induced callus in 100 % of explants; the rest of the combinations of AIA and TDZ induced callus in 50 % and 80 % of explants. In conclusion, the use of AIA is useful for the formation of friable callus in in vitro cultures of T. cacao.
- Effect of Biofertilizers on Rhizobium Count and Morphological Indicators
of Snap Beans (Phaseolus Vulgaris L.) in Ecuador
Abstract: Resumen: El nitrógeno en el suelo es crucial para la agricultura, pero a menudo es limitante, afectando el rendimiento de los cultivos. La deficiencia requiere fertilizantes sintéticos, pero su uso inadecuado causa daños ambientales y costos elevados. Las bacterias del género Rhizobium, simbiontes de leguminosas, ofrecen una solución al fijar nitrógeno de manera sostenible, reduciendo la dependencia de fertilizantes. Esta investigación determinó el número más probable (NMP) de células de Rhizobium spp. procedente de dos biofertilizantes comerciales de origen ecuatoriano y mexicano en condiciones de invernadero. Para esto, se realizó la inoculación directa con disoluciones seriadas (10-1 a 10-10) en macetas con pomina esterilizada al vapor, donde se germinaron plantas de frijol ejotero (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) de la variedad Blue Lake. A los 45 días después de siembra (DDS) se evaluaron los siguientes indicadores morfológicos: área foliar, peso de la planta en húmedo, altura de planta y número de flores, determinándose diferencias estadísticas entre el tipo de biofertilizante y la concentración de cada dilución. El experimento se adecuó a un diseño de bloques completos al azar con arreglo de parcela dividida con tres repeticiones por dilución, en consideración de las fluctuaciones de temperatura presentes en la zona de estudio. El NMP, al 95% de confianza, fue de 4,45x107 rizobios g-1 de pomina en una dilución 10-5 para el biofertilizante mexicano, y 1,48x105 rizobios g-1 de pomina en una dilución 10-4 para el biofertilizante ecuatoriano. La dilución óptima estimada para ambos productos fue de 10-8.Abstract: Soil nitrogen is crucial for agriculture, but it is often limited, affecting crop yields. Deficiency requires synthetic fertilizers, but their improper use results in environmental damage and high costs. Bacteria of the genus Rhizobium, symbionts of legumes, offer a sustainable solution by fixing nitrogen, thus reducing dependence on fertilizers. This research determined the most probable number (MPN) of cells of Rhizobium spp. from two commercial biofertilizers of Ecuadorian and Mexican origin under greenhouse conditions. For this, direct inoculation with serial dilutions (10-1 to 10-10) was performed in pots with steam-sterilized pumice where Blue Lake variety snap bean (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) plants were germinated. The following morphological indicators were evaluated at 45 days after sowing (DAS): leaf area, plant wet weight, plant height, and number of flowers, determining statistical differences between the type of biofertilizer and the concentration of each dilution. The experiment followed a randomized complete block design with a split-plot arrangement, with three replicates per dilution, considering temperature fluctuations in the study area. The MPN at 95% confidence was 4.45x107 rhizobia g-1 of pumice at a 10-5 dilution for the Mexican biofertilizer, and 1.48x105 rhizobia g-1 of pumice at a 10-4 dilution for the Ecuadorian biofertilizer. The estimated optimal dilution for both products was 10-8.
- Bacillus Subtilis Bs006 Formulations: Storage Stability, Biological
Activity and Endophytism in Vegetables
Abstract: Abstract: Solid and liquid formulations based on the plant growth-promoting bacteria Bacillus subtilis Bs006 were designed as biological inoculant for vegetable nursery production. Considering the importance of microbial survival from the production process to the soil application, spore viability (CFU) in each formulation was assessed during twelve months of storage at 20, 30, and 40°C. At the three temperature levels evaluated, survival was higher than 85 and 90% for solid and liquid formulations, respectively. The bacterial biological activity was evaluated as plant growth promotion on lettuce, broccoli, and tomato in nursery. The formulations were applied at three concentrations (1x107, 5x107, 1x108 CFU/mL) at sowing and 21 days after seeding. Root and aerial part length and dry weight were the response variables evaluated. A positive effect was observed, particularly with the liquid formulation at 1x108 spores/mL, showing the longest length of root and aerial part and the highest dry weight values in the root and foliar parts. Regarding the endophytism, B. subtilis colonized roots, stems, and leaves, achieving concentrations between 8x102 and 1x105 CFU/g.
- Mineral Status of Lactating Ewes in the Arid and Semi-Arid Zones of
North-Central Mexico
Abstract: Abstract: Profitable sheep production depends greatly on the mineral content of range forages, as adequate nutrition is a prerequisite for reaching the animal’s optimum performance. The objective was to determine the contents of calcium (Ca), phosphorus (P), copper (Cu), zinc (Zn), and manganese (Mn) in range forages and blood serum of grazing, lactating ewes in the arid and semi-arid zones of North-Central Mexico. Samples of forages and blood of lactating ewes were collected in two seasons (spring and winter) from four randomly selected sheep farms located in the state of Aguascalientes. The P content was analyzed using the colorimetrical method, while levels of Ca, Cu, Zn, and Mn were determined by spectrophotometry. Forage mineral content averaged 0.20% P, 0.34% Ca, 8 ppm Cu, 483 ppm Mn, and 29 ppm Zn. In blood serum, mineral content reached 20 ppm P, 147 ppm Ca, 0.52 ppm Cu, 2.9 ppm Mn, and 0.80 ppm Zn in winter, and values of 20.5 ppm P, 177 ppm Ca, 0.57 ppm Cu, 3.13 ppm Mn, and 0.89 ppm Zn in spring. Overall, in both spring and winter seasons, 58- 100% of sampled forages showed Ca, P, Cu, and Zn deficiencies, but all of them fitted the optimal content of Mn. Blood samples showed similar patterns in winter and spring seasons, Ca was not deficient (145-180 ppm vs. optimal range: 90-120 ppm), but P, Cu, and Zn were deficient (P: 9-21 ppm vs. optimal range: 50-65 ppm; Cu: 0.51-0.58 vs. optimal range: 0.60-1.5 ppm; and Zn: 0.71-0.92 ppm vs. optimal range: 0.50-1.2 ppm); Mn was slightly over the optimal range (2.89-3.2 pg/L vs. optimal range: 2 to 40 pg/L). In some cases, forage mineral content might not be related to blood serum contents. However, it should be desirable to understand all the uncontrolled factors in addition to the mineral interactions that could interfere with further studies.
- Carcass traits in Simmental and Simbrah Cattle in Mexico
Abstract: Resumen: El objetivo fue evaluar el efecto de algunos factores en características de la canal y las correlaciones fenotípicas entre ellas. Se utilizó la información de registro de 514 bovinos Simmental y 178 Simbrah nacidos entre 2011 y 2018 en México. Las características evaluadas fueron área del ojo del lomo (AOL), grasa de la cadera (GC), grasa dorsal (GD), grasa intramuscular ajustada (GI), marmoleo (M) y grado de rendimiento en canal (R). Las medias ajustadas y las correlaciones fenotípicas entre características se estimaron con PROC MIXED y PROC CORR de SAS®. Los efectos fijos incluidos en los modelos fueron: raza, sexo del animal, hato, año de medición, época de medición y edad en días a la medición como covariable lineal; se incluyó al semental anidado en raza como efecto aleatorio. El efecto de raza fue significativo para GC (p<0,001), R (p<0,07) y GD (p<0,07). Los efectos de sexo y época fueron significativos (p<0,001) para todas las características evaluadas. Las correlaciones de AOL con las otras características estudiadas fueron significativas (p<0,001); negativas con GI y M; y positivas con GC, GD y R. Las correlaciones de GC con GD y R fueron importantes y positivas (p<0,001). La selección de fenotipos para aumentar la carne magra puede conducir a una disminución del contenido de grasa. Las correlaciones fenotípicas positivas entre R y los rasgos de calidad de la canal implicarían que los rasgos mencionados pueden mejorarse sin ningún efecto adverso en éstos y R en la población.Abstract: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of some factors on carcass traits and the phenotypic correlations between them. Records from 514 Simmental and 178 Simbrah bovine individuals born in Mexico between 2011 and 2018 were used. The variables evaluated were rib eye area (AOL), rump fat thickness (GC), back fat thickness (GD), adjusted intramuscular fat (GI), marbling (M) and carcass yield grade (R). Adjusted means and phenotypic correlations between traits were estimated with PROC MIXED and PROC CORR of SAS®. The fixed effects included in the models were breed, sex of the animal, herd, year of measurement, season of measurement, and age in days at measurement as a covariate; sire nested in breed was included as a random effect. The effect of breed was significan for GC (p<0.001), R (p<0.07) and GD (p<0.07). The effects of sex and season were significant (p<0.001) for all the evaluated traits. The correlations of AOL with all other traits were significant (p<0.001); negative with GI and M; and positive with GC, GD, and R. The correlations of GC with GD and R were important and positive (p<0.001). Selecting phenotypes to increase lean meat can lead to a decreased fat content. The positive phenotypic correlations between R and carcass quality traits would imply that the aforementioned traits can be improved without any adverse effects on them and R in the population.
- Effect of Supplementation of Local Brewery By-Products on Feed Intake,
Body Weight Change and Economic Efficiency of Woyto-Guji Goats Fed
Hay-Based Diets
Abstract: Abstract Local brewery byproducts such as atella and tata, resulting from several fermented beverages, are used as animal feed in Ethiopia. However, there is no sufficient information on the nutritional value of those feed resources for animals. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of supplementing local brewery by-products on feed intake, body weight change, and economic profitability of Woyto-Guji goats fed on hay. Twenty-four yearling intact Woyto-Guji male goats were used. The experiment was conducted using a completely randomized block design. The goats were blocked into six groups of four animals based on initial body weight and randomly assigned to four different dietary treatments: hay alone (T1); hay combined with atella (T2); hay combined with tata (T3); and hay combined with an atella-tata mixture (1:1) (T4). The crude protein content of hay, atella, tata, and the atella-tata mixture used in this study were 7.35, 18.47, 17.51 and 17.86%, respectively. Dry matter intakes of 564.56 (T1), 810.27 (T2), 850.37 (T3), and 945.85 (T4) g/day, and crude protein intakes of 45.27 (T1), 104.18 (T2), 103.79 (T3), and 112.96 (T4) g/day were recorded. Total body weight gains were 2.76, 8.03, 6.15 and 9.72 Kg for the same treatments, respectively. Atella and tata, either supplemented alone or combined, increased body weight. The highest body weight gain was recorded in goats fed atella-tata mixture. All treatments had a positive net return.
- Effect of Incorporating Fermented Coffee Husks into Swine Diets on
Production Performance and Feed Cost Yields
Abstract: Abstract: Pig farming is an important component of the livestock sector at a global scale since pork is the most widely produced and consumed meat in the world. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of diets containing different levels of fermented coffee husk flour on the productive performance of pigs and economic viability in pig farming. Coffee husks were incorporated with probiotics based on Moringa oleifera Lam leaf extracts. Five gilts between 3 to 5 months of age, with an initial average weight of around 13.38 kg, were used. The experiment was conducted using a Latin Square Design, with 5 treatments and 5 replications. The treatments were a control treatment (T0) without coffee husks in the diet; and treatments T1, T2, T3, and T4 with coffee husks at 4%, 6%, 8%, and 10% in the diet, respectively. The statistical analysis showed that T1, which contained 4% fermented coffee husks in the diet, was the most efficient diet formulation with respect to the rest of the treatments. The animals that received T1 showed a high increase in average daily weight, with an average value of 867.70 g; and a better feed conversion rate, requiring only 3.57 kg to produce one kilogram of meat. The results of a descriptive yield analysis on feed cost showed that T1 could generate a higher yield of about $6.04 per kilogram of meat sold in the local market compared to the other treatments. Therefore, it is concluded that the incorporation of fermented coffee husks at 4% into pig diets can improve pig productive performance and reduce feed costs.
- Management of Native Prairies as a Strategy for Adaptation to Climate
Change in the Central Highlands of Bolivia
Abstract: Resumen: La investigación tuvo como objetivo analizar el manejo de praderas nativas como una estrategia de adaptación al cambio climático en el altiplano central, municipio de Patacamaya, Bolivia. Para ello, se analizó el manejo del ganado tradicional en períodos de alta vulnerabilidad, observando la relación entre el estrés hídrico y el uso de especies forrajeras. La investigación fue descriptiva y relacional con 6 especies, 3 comunidades (Alto Patacamaya, Chiaraque y Patarani), y un total de 216 muestras tomadas entre julio 2015 y noviembre 2016. Se midieron el contenido gravimétrico de agua del suelo y el potencial hídrico al alba de la hoja, y se aplicó una caracterización fitoecológica. Los resultados obtenidos indican que el manejo estratégico tradicional temporal muestra una relación entre el tipo de manejo de las áreas de pastoreo y el tipo de forraje consumido. Como estrategia, los productores arrean su ganado a zonas cubiertas por forraje nativo o a zonas donde es posible adquirir forraje en ferias cercanas. Las especies más pastoreada en invierno fueron Festuca orthophylla y Stipa ichu con potenciales hídricos de -3,5 MPa y -4,1 MPa, respectivamente, en Chiaraque.Abstract: The research aimed to analyze the management of native prairies as an adaptation strategy to climate change in the central highlands, Patacamaya district, Bolivia. For this, traditional livestock management was analyzed in periods of high vulnerability, observing the relationship between water stress and the use of forage grass species. The study was descriptive and relational, with 6 grass species, 3 communities (Alto Patacamaya, Chiaraque, and Patarani), and a total of 216 samples taken between July 2015 and November 2016. Gravimetric soil water content and leaf water potential at dawn were measured, and a phyto-ecological characterization was carried out. The results obtained indicate that traditional strategic management shows a relationship between the type of prairie management and the type of forage consumed. As a strategy, farmers lead their livestock to land areas covered with native grass species or areas where forage can be purchased locally. Festuca orthophylla and Stipa ichu were the most widely consumed grass species in winter, reaching water potential values of -3.5 and -4.1 MPa, respectively, in Chiaraque.
- Different Maize Silage Cultivars With or Without Urea as a Feed For
Ruminant: Chemical Composition and In Vitro Fermentation and Nutrient
Degradability
Abstract: Abstract: This study compared forage yield and agronomic characteristics of 9 maize cultivars (Pioneer 30N11, Pioneer 4444, Pioneer 30K08, SC-128W, SC-166Y, SC-78Y, TWC-324W, TWC-368Y and TWC- 321W) ensiled with or without urea as for ruminants on in vitro ruminal fermentation characteristics and nutrient degradability. A factorial randomized complete block design was used. Pioneer 30N11 and Pioneer 4444 showed the greatest silage forage yield, ear weight, and plant height. The chemical composition of maize silage cultivars without urea revealed that Pioneer 30K08 had the greatest (P<0.001) crude protein (CP) content (127 g/kg), while the lowest CP content (89 g/kg) was observed with SC-78Y. CP content ranged from 118 to 156 g/kg when urea was added to the maize silage cultivars. The neutral detergent fiber, acid detergent fiber, and acid detergent lignin contents recorded the highest values (P<0.01) in TWC-324W, SC-128W and SC-78Y. Urea treatment of different cultivars affected (P<0.05) the concentrations of CP, ether extract (EE), non-structural carbohydrates (NSC), and fibers. Urea treatment increased CP and EE in all cultivars and increased or decreased truly degraded dry matter (TDDM), truly degraded organic matter (TDOM), protozoa, ammonia and methane (P<0.05). Overall, Pioneer 30N11, Pioneer 4444 and Pioneer 30K08 showed the greatest forage yield and nutritive value as a feed for ruminants.
- Predicting Body Weight Through Biometric Measurements in Bolivian Llamas
Abstract: Abstract: The objective of this study was to evaluate the relationship between body weight (BW) and different biometric measurements in llamas (Lama glama) from the Bolivian highlands and to generate prediction models of BW. A total of 515 individual records of BW and biometric measurements were used. The measurements were taken on 202 males and 313 females aged between 0.5 and 5 years, and included: neck length (NL), withers height (WH), rump height (RH), heart girth (HG), body length (BL), abdomen circumference (AC), rib depth (RD), hip width (HW), pin bone width (PBW), thoracic width (TW), and back length (BKL). The relationships between BW and biometric measurements were developed using simple linear and multiple regression. For the evaluation, the relationship between the observed and predicted values of BW was determined by linear regression, the mean squared error of prediction (MSEP) and root MSEP (RMSEP); concordance correlation coefficient analysis was also used. The BW ranged from 22 to 122 kg. Regression equations between BW, HG and RD had an r2 of 0.94 and 0.92, respectively (RMSEP= 6.06 and 6.70 kg, respectively). The equations were highly precise (r2 >0.86) and accurate (Cb>0.98), with a reproducibility index > 0.92. The model efficiency (MEF) indicated a higher efficiency of prediction (MEF > 0.86). Using a single predictor, HG and RD accounted for more than 92% of the variation in BW. Overall, HG may be used as a single predictor to predict BW in llamas maintained under the conditions of the Bolivian highlands.
- Sustainability in Small Peasant Agriculture in the Drylands of Central
Chile, Valparaíso Region
Abstract: Resumen La pequeña agricultura del secano de Chile Central se enfrenta hoy a diversas limitaciones como son la escasez o variabilidad de regímenes de lluvias anuales, la influencia del cambio climático global y lejanía de los centros de desarrollo. La implementación de programas para el desarrollo agrícola requiere de un adecuado diagnóstico y evaluación de la sostenibilidad de los sistemas agrícolas, lo que es posible realizar usando una diversidad de índices. Este estudio analizó la sostenibilidad de la pequeña agricultura de secano de la Región de Valparaíso en Chile Central a través del marco SAFA Smallholders de la FAO. Esta herramienta ha sido validada en diferentes contextos, incluyendo indicadores en dimensiones social, ambiental, económico y de gobernanza. En particular, se evaluó la sostenibilidad de 30 predios representativos de la zona en cuanto a la diversidad de cultivos, enfoque de producción (convencional vs. agroecológico) y el acceso a agua para riego. Al no existir antecedentes previos de este tipo de evaluaciones mediante la herramienta SAFA en el país, este estudio podría considerarse como exploratorio. Los resultados muestran un nivel de sostenibilidad intermedio con un valor promedio de 60% en una escala de 1-100%. Los predios con mayor diversidad de cultivos y prácticas agroecológicas revelaron más altos niveles de sostenibilidad que aquellos con enfoque en monocultivo y prácticas convencionales. Los resultados sugieren fomentar prácticas agroecológicas acorde a la precariedad de recursos hídricos disponibles; reforzar los programas e iniciativas que contribuyan a la participación de los productores en sus organizaciones gremiales e inversiones comunitarias de su territorio; mejorar su liquidez con el acceso a diferentes fuentes de financiamiento; y ampliar a un mayor público las capacitaciones técnicas y de gestión.Abstract Small-scale agriculture in the drylands of Central Chile is facing several challenges, such as scarcity or variability of annual rainfall regimes, the impact of global climate change, and distance from development centers. The implementation of programs for agricultural development requires an adequate diagnosis and assessment of the sustainability of agricultural systems, which can be conducted using a diversity of indices. This study analyzed the sustainability of small-scale dryland agriculture in the Valparaíso Region in Central Chile through the FAO SAFA Smallholders framework. This tool has been validated in different contexts, including indicators in social, environmental, economic and governance dimensions. In particular, the sustainability of 30 representative farms in the study area was evaluated in terms of crop diversity, production approach (conventional vs. agroecological) and access to water for irrigation. As there is no previous history of the use of the SAFA tool in this type of evaluations in the country, this study could be considered exploratory. The results show an intermediate level of sustainability with an average value of 60% on a scale of 1-100%. Farms with greater diversity of crops and agroecological practices revealed higher levels of sustainability than those with a focus on monoculture and conventional practices. The results highlight the importance of promoting agroecological practices according to the precariousness of available water resources; reinforcing programs and initiatives that contribute to the participation of farmers in their union organizations and community investments in their territory; improving farmers’ liquidity through the access to different financing sources; and expanding technical and management training to a larger audience.
- Textile characteristics of fiber of suri alpacas from the livestock fair
of the south of Peru
Abstract: Resumen: Anualmente se realiza una feria ganadera en el sur del Perú, la que se caracteriza por exponer ejemplares de ganado de planteles seleccionados de camélidos sudamericanos del altiplano peruano. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo caracterizar la fibra de alpacas Suri que fueron admitidas en la LVIII Feria Ganadera, Artesanal y Agroindustrial del Sur (FEGASUR) del 2019. Se evaluaron características tecnológicas. Para el efecto, se utilizó 178 muestras de fibras de la alpaca Suri. El diseño estadístico fue completamente al azar, con arreglo factorial de tres factores (sexo, color del vellón y categorías de juzgamiento). La comparación de medias fue a través de Tukey-Kramer. La fibra de alpacas Suri evidenció características tecnológicas particulares de calidad. El diámetro medio de la fibra tuvo una media general de 22,14 ± 3,42 pm, con valores muy próximos por el efecto del sexo, color del vellón y edad. Los resultados para las otras características tecnológicas relacionadas al diámetro medio de la fibra acreditan la calidad de la fibra, contexto que visualiza la calidad genética de las alpacas Suri a nivel de los rebaños élite en la Región Puno de Perú.Abstract: A livestock fair is held annually in the south of Peru. The fair is characterized by the exhibition of livestock from selected herds of camelids from the Peruvian Altiplano. The aim of this study was to characterize the fiber of Suri alpacas admitted to the livestock fair LVIII Feria Ganadera, Artesanal y Agroindustrial del Sur (FEGASUR) of 2019. Technological characteristics were evaluated. For this purpose, 178 samples of Suri alpaca fiber were used. The statistical design was a complete randomized design with a factorial arrangement of three factors (sex, fleece color and judging categories). Means were compared using Tukey-Kramer test. Suri alpaca fibers showed extraordinary characteristics in terms of technological quality. The mean fiber diameter had an overall mean of 22,14 ± 3,42 pm, with very close values due to the effect of sex, fleece color and age. The results for the other technological characteristics related to mean fiber diameter confirm the quality of the fiber, providing evidence of the genetic quality of Suri alpacas at the level of elite herds in the Puno region of Peru.
- Effect of Nitro Compounds on in vitro Ruminal Methane, Carbon Dioxide,
Hydrogen and Dry Matter Degradability
Abstract: Abstract: This study determined the in vitro effects of ethyl nitroacetate (ENA), ethyl 2-nitropropionate (E-2-NPP) and 3-nitropropionic acid (NPA) on ruminal production of CH4, H2, volatile fatty acids (VFAs) and in vitro dry matter disappearance of ground alfalfa. In vitro incubations were carried out over 24-h succeeding days (3 batches). Total gas and methane production decreased with all nitro compounds (P < 0.05) in all the batches. Total production of VFAs was reduced by ENA and E-2- NPP (P < 0.05), but not by NPA. DM disappearance was similar between treatments but decreased across batches. Further studies should be aimed at understanding the impact of NPA on ruminal metabolism, as well as its effect on in vivo models.
- Ripening Physiology and Postharvest Management of Chilean Strawberry
(Fragaria Chiloensis)
Abstract: Resumen La frutilla chilena (Fragaria chiloensis) es una especie nativa de Chile. Es un fruto apreciado por los consumidores por sus propiedades organolépticas, pero es altamente perecedero. Dado que es un fruto no climatérico, debe ser cosechado en el momento óptimo de maduración para asegurar su calidad durante la comercialización. La calidad de estos frutos se mide por apariencia, sabor, aroma, valor nutricional y firmeza, la cual experimenta cambios durante el proceso de maduración. La especie presenta una alta tasa de pérdida de firmeza o ablandamiento, que se asocia a la elevada actividad de enzimas de las fracciones hemicelulosa y pectina de la pared celular, como la poligalacturonasa, a-arabinofuranosidasa, p-galactosidasa, endo-glucanasa, p-xilosidasa, xiloglucano endotransglicosilasa/hidrolasa y ramnogalacturonano liasa en diversas etapas de maduración. La firmeza es un atributo clave para la comercialización y la mantención de la calidad organoléptica, por lo que su control es necesario durante el almacenamiento. Para ello, se han investigado los efectos de tratamientos pre o postcosecha, como atmósferas modificadas, y aplicaciones exógenas de calcio, auxina, metil jasmonato, quitosano y sulfuro de hidrógeno, que contribuyen a mantener este atributo al reducir la solubilización de las pectinas, así como otros aspectos de la calidad organoléptica y nutricional durante el almacenamiento. Esta revisión bibliográfica presenta hallazgos sobre la biología de maduración de Fragaria chiloensis, las investigaciones más recientes sobre el fenómeno de ablandamiento y sus bases bioquímicas y moleculares, así como intervenciones orientadas a mantener la calidad y extender la vida postcosecha de este fruto.Abstract The Chilean strawberry (Fragaria chiloensis) is a native species to Chile. Consumers value this fruit for its organoleptic properties, but it is highly perishable. Since it is a non-climacteric fruit, harvesting at the optimum ripening stage is essential to ensure its quality during commercialization. In this fruit, quality is determined by appearance, flavor, aroma, nutritional value, and firmness, which changes during ripening. The species presents a high rate of firmness loss or softening, associated with the elevated enzymatic activity of cell wall-modifying enzymes of the pectin and hemicellulose fractions, such as polygalacturonase, a-arabinofuranosidase, p-galactosidase, endo- glucanase, p-xylosidase, xyloglucan endotransglycosilase/hydrolase and rhamnogalacturonan lyase at different ripening stages. Firmness is a key trait for commercialization and organoleptic quality; hence, its management during storage is necessary. Different studies have investigated the effects of pre or postharvest treatments, such as modified atmosphere packaging and exogenous applications of calcium, auxin, methyl jasmonate, chitosan, and hydrogen sulfide, which maintain fruit firmness by reducing pectin solubilization and improve other attributes responsible for organoleptic and nutritional quality during storage. This literature review focuses on the ripening biology of Fragaria chiloensis and recent findings regarding softening and its biochemical and molecular basis, as well as interventions oriented to maintain the quality and extend the shelf-life of this fruit.
- Bibliometric Analysis of Scientific Information on Grafting Techniques in
Plant Species with Commercial Value
Abstract: Resumen: A pesar de todo el conocimiento generado en torno a las técnicas de injerto en especies vegetales, existe poca investigación que evalúe los resultados encontrados. El objetivo de este trabajo fue analizar, mediante técnicas bibliométricas, la información publicada en artículos científicos donde se evalúo alguna técnica de injerto, para identificar metodologías de análisis, tipos de injertos, especies vegetales y la aplicación de los resultados encontrados. La palabra clave utilizada para la búsqueda de los artículos científicos fue ‘grafting’, y se consideraron publicaciones hasta diciembre de 2022. De 1994 a 2022 se identificaron 293 artículos científicos, la frecuencia de su publicación mostró una tendencia exponencial (R2 = 0,54). Se encontró que se evalúan variables asociadas al portainjerto, injerto y sobrevivencia de la nueva planta formada, que son evaluadas cada vez con mayor frecuencia con técnicas multivariadas por el interés de detectar las variables más significativas a partir de un número elevado de variables analizadas. Se documentaron 11 técnicas de injerto: púa, hendidura, empalme, inglés, yema, in vitro, microinjerto, en T, chapado, chip y entube. Las especies de mayor análisis correspondieron a frutícolas (cítricos), hortícolas (tomate), forestal (nogal), y ornato (rosa). Sin embargo, el 63,47% de los artículos científicos se limitaron a hacer análisis descriptivos sobre prendimiento, compatibilidad y sobrevivencia de los materiales vegetativos. Lo anterior, deja un área de oportunidad para desarrollar investigación sobre los procesos de mejora genética en la búsqueda de caracteres agronómicos de interés (fruto y crecimiento), o bien en la diversidad genética orientada a la productividad y/o conservación.Abstract: Despite all the knowledge generated about grafting techniques in plant species, there is little research that evaluates the results found. The objective of this work was to analyze, through bibliometric techniques, the information published in scientific articles in which a grafting technique was evaluated, to identify analysis methodologies, types of grafts, plant species, and the application of the results found. The keyword used for the search of scientific articles was ‘grafting’, and publications up to December 2022 were considered. From 1994 to 2022, 293 scientific articles were identified, the frequency of their publication showed an exponential trend (R2 = 0,54). It was found that variables associated with rootstock, graft and survival of the newly formed plant are evaluated, with an increasing use of multivariate techniques in order to detect the most significant variables. Eleven grafting techniques were documented: bark grafting, cleft grafting, splice grafting, whip and tongue grafting, budding, in vitro grafting, micrografting, T-budding, side-veneer grafting, chip budding, and tube grafting. Fruit (citrus), horticultural (tomato), forest (walnut), and ornamental (rose) crops were the most widely analyzed. However, 63,47% of the scientific articles were limited to descriptive analyses on success rate, compatibility and survival rate of vegetative materials. This provides the opportunity to conduct research on genetic improvement processes in the search for agronomic traits of interest (fruit and growth), or on genetic diversity aimed to improve productivity and/or conservation.
- Microencapsulation of Feed Additives with Potential in Livestock and
Poultry Production: A Systematic Review
Abstract: Abstract: The expected population growth will increase global food consumption, particularly meat consumption, which is estimated to increase 14% by 2030. Hence, the efficient utilization of all the resources involved in meat production, predominantly feed additives in livestock, is important due to economic costs and the high environmental in terms of gas production and ammonia excretion. Efforts have been made to increase efficiency in livestock production and improve the absorption and utilization of nutrients. Nevertheless, advances in technology in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries have barely been used by the livestock and poultry industry. The micro/nano encapsulation process has been used in animal nutrition to protect bioactive compounds or to control the release of feed additives into the animal gastrointestinal tract, avoiding rumen microbes attack, or monogastric digestion in swine and poultry, to be available in the small intestine. However, not all the encapsulation techniques are suitable for applications in animal feeding. For example, spray drying, emulsion and coacervation can be used to control the release of feed additives in ruminants. In this sense, micro encapsulation of different feed additives such as amino acids, fatty acids, and probiotics may face enormous challenges to help improve livestock and poultry nutrition. The objective of this review is to highlight and discuss the techniques, compounds, and key aspects involved in the encapsulation of feed additives and nutrients with potential applications in the livestock and poultry production.
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