Projects

IMPROVEMENT OF DAIRY FORAGE AND MANURE MANAGEMENT TO REDUCE ENVIRONMENTAL RISK Appropriated (D)   Accession Number: 420140

ALTERNATIVE CROP AND FORAGE PRODUCTION SYSTEMS FOR IMPROVED NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT Specific Cooperative Agreement (S)   Accession Number: 414233

ASSESSMENT OF NEW SAND VS. RECYCLED PRODUCTS OF MANURE SEPARATION AS BEDDING MATERIALS FOR LACTATING COWS IN FREESTALL HOUSING Specific Cooperative Agreement (S)   Accession Number: 421662

EVALUATION OF OXYGEN BARRIER WRAPS FOR LARGE-ROUND SILAGE BALES Trust (T)   Accession Number: 420699

Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon will take you to the publication reprint.)

Grazing management for fall-grown oat - (Experiment Station)

Coblentz, W.K., Esser, N.M., Brink, G.E., Hoffman, P.C., Bertram, M.G. 2013. Grazing management for fall-grown oat. Experiment Station Bulletins. Vol. 15. No. 3.

Sparse-flowering orchardgrass is stable across temperate North America - (Peer Reviewed Journal) - (07-Apr-13)

Effects of a propionic-acid based preservative on storage characteristics of alfalfa-orchardgrass hay in large-rectangular bales - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Coffey, K.P., Bertram, M.G. 2013. Effects of a propionic-acid based preservative on storage characteristics of alfalfa-orchardgrass hay in large-rectangular bales. Popular Publication. pp. 22-2.

Spontaneous heating - (Proceedings)

Coblentz, W.K. 2013. Spontaneous heating. Symposium Proceedings. February 28 - March 1, 2013. Burley, ID.

Heating effects on the quality of forage - (Proceedings)

Coblentz, W.K. 2013. Heating effects on the quality of forage. Symposium Proceedings. February 28 - March 1, 2013. Burley, ID.

Assessment of heifer grazing experience on adaptation to pasture and performance as lactating cows - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Lopes, F., Combs, D.K., Hoffman, P.C., Coblentz, W.K. 2013. Assessment of heifer grazing experience on adaptation to pasture and performance as lactating cows. Journal of Dairy Science. 96:3138-3152.

In situ protein degradation of alfalfa and birdsfoot trefoil hays and silages as influenced by condensed tannin concentration - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Grabber, J.H. 2013. In situ protein degradation of alfalfa and birdsfoot trefoil hays and silages as influenced by condensed tannin concentration. Journal of Dairy Science. 96:3120-3137.

Performance by heifers grazing sod-seeded winter annuals seeded on different dates using two tillage intensities - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Montgomery, T., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Francis, P.B., Whitworth, W.A., Bryant, K.J. 2013. Performance by heifers grazing sod-seeded winter annuals seeded on different dates using two tillage intensities. Forage and Grazinglands. doi 10.1094/FG-2013-0226-01-RS.

Storage characteristics, nutritive value, energy content, and in-vivo digestibility of moist large-rectangular bales of alfalfa-orchardgrass hay treated with a propionic-acid-based preservative - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Coffey, K.P., Young, A.N., Bertram, M.G. 2013. Storage characteristics, nutritive value, energy content, and in-vivo digestibility of moist large-rectangular bales of alfalfa-orchardgrass hay treated with a propionic-acid-based preservative. Journal of Dairy Science. 96:2521-2535.

Common obstacles to making quality hay - (Proceedings)

Coblentz, W.K. 2013. Common obstacles to making quality hay. Meeting Proceedings. January 6-9, 2013.

Relationships between age at first calving, herd management criteria and lifetime milk, fat, and protein production in holstein cattle - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Curran, R., Weigel, K., Hoffman, P.C., Marshall, J., Kuzdas, K., Coblentz, W.K. 2013. Relationships between age at first calving, herd management criteria and lifetime milk, fat, and protein production in holstein cattle. Professional Animal Scientist. 29:1-9.

Exploring new forage options to address emerging dietary and environmental challenges in dairy forage systems: reducing excessive weight gain in dairy replacement heifers fed a corn-silage based diet - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Bertram, M.G., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Jokela, W.E. 2012. Exploring new forage options to address emerging dietary and environmental challenges in dairy forage systems: reducing excessive weight gain in dairy replacement heifers fed a corn-silage based diet. Forage Focus. pp. 17-18.

Prolonged field exposure after cut alfalfa receives rain reduces ensilability and nutritive value - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Muck, R.E. 2012. Prolonged field exposure after cut alfalfa receives rain reduces ensilability and nutritive value. Forage Focus. pp. 21.

Digestibility by lambs offered alfalfa hay treated with a propionic acid hay preservative and baled at different concentrations of moisture - (Experiment Station)

Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Young, A.N., Bertram, M.G., Carter, R. 2013. Digestibility by lambs offered alfalfa hay treated with a propionic acid hay preservative and baled at different concentrations of moisture. Arkansas Experiment Station Research Series. 15:71-73.

Effects of natural and simulated rainfall on indicators of ensilability and nutritive value for wilting alfalfa forages sampled before preservation as silage - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Muck, R.E. 2012. Effects of natural and simulated rainfall on indicators of ensilability and nutritive value for wilting alfalfa forages sampled before preservation as silage. Journal of Dairy Science. 95:6635-6653.

Using eastern gamagrass to construct diets that limit intake and caloric density for dairy replacement heifers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Bertram, M.G. 2012. Using eastern gamagrass to construct diets that limit intake and caloric density for dairy replacement heifers. Journal of Dairy Science. 95:6057-6071.

Dairy heifer manure management, dietary phosphorus, and soil test P effects on runoff phosphorus - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Jokela, W.E., Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2012. Dairy heifer manure management, dietary phosphorus, and soil test P effects on runoff phosphorus. Journal of Environmental Quality. https://www.agronomy.org/publications/aj.

Using eastern gamagrass to limit weight gains by replacement dairy heifers: 2. Measuring excreta and digestibility on a whole-pen basis - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Bertram, M.G. 2012. Using eastern gamagrass to limit weight gains by replacement dairy heifers: 2. Measuring excreta and digestibility on a whole-pen basis. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Abstract #257-45.

Using eastern gamagrass to limit weight gains by replacement dairy heifers: 1. Nutrient intakes and heifer performance - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Bertram, M.G. 2012. Using eastern gamagrass to limit weight gains by replacement dairy heifers: 1. Nutrient intakes and heifer performance. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Abstract #257-44.

Effects of natural and simulated rainfall on indicators of alfalfa silage fermentation - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Muck, R.E. 2012. Effects of natural and simulated rainfall on indicators of alfalfa silage fermentation. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Abstract #369-7.

Challenges in quantifying condensed tannins and their impact on the ruminal degradability of protein in birdsfoot trefoil - (Abstract Only) - (01-May-12)

Fall-grown oat forages: unique quality characteristics - (Experiment Station)

Coblentz, W.K., Bertram, M.G. 2012. Fall-grown oat forages: unique quality characteristics. Experiment Station Bulletins. Vol. 14. No. 4..

Fall-grown oat forages: cultivars, planting dates, and expected yields - (Experiment Station)

Coblentz, W.K., Bertram, M.G. 2012. Fall-grown oat forages: cultivars, planting dates, and expected yields. Experiment Station Bulletins. Vol. 14. No. 3.

A query for effective mean particle size of dry and high moisture corns - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hoffman, P.C., Mertens, D.R., Larsen, J., Coblentz, W.K., Shaver, R.D. 2012. A query for effective mean particle size of dry and high moisture corns. Journal of Dairy Science. 95:3467-3477.

Dairy heifer diets, manure management, and runoff phosphorus - (Proceedings)

Jokela, W.E., Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2012. Dairy heifer diets, manure management, and runoff phosphorus. Meeting Proceedings. Vol 51.

Planting date effects on the nutritive value of fall-grown oat cultivars - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Bertram, M.G., Martin, N.P., Berzaghi, P. 2012. Planting date effects on the nutritive value of fall-grown oat cultivars. Agronomy Journal. 104:312-323.

Planting date effects on the yield and nutritive value of fall-grown oat cultivars - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K. 2011. Planting date effects on the yield and nutritive value of fall-grown oat cultivars. Popular Publication. pp. 18-19.

Chemical composition, intake by sheep, and in situ disappearance in cannulated cows of bermudagrass hayed at two moisture concentrations and treated with a non-viable lactobacillus-lactic acid preservative - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Bass, A.E., Philipp, D., Coffey, K.P., Caldwell, J.D., Rhein, R.T., Young, A.N., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. Chemical composition, intake by sheep, and in situ disappearance in cannulated cows of bermudagrass hayed at two moisture concentrations and treated with a non-viable lactobacillus-lactic acid preservative. Animal Feed Science And Technology. 171:43-51.

Effects of a propionic acid-based preservative on storage characteristics, nutritive value, and energy content for alfalfa hays packaged in large, round bales - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Bertram, M.G. 2011. Effects of a propionic acid-based preservative on storage characteristics, nutritive value, and energy content for alfalfa hays packaged in large, round bales. Journal of Dairy Science. 95:340-352.

The effect of feeding dairy heifers diets with and without supplemental phosphorus on growth, reproductive efficiency, health, and lactation performance - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Bjelland, D.W., Weigel, K.A., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. The effect of feeding dairy heifers diets with and without supplemental Phosphorus on growth, reproductive efficiency, health, and lactation performance. Journal of Dairy Science. 94:6233-6242.

Effectiveness of buffered propionic-acid preservatives for large hay packages - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Bertram, M.G. 2011. Effectiveness of buffered propionic-acid preservatives for large hay packages. Forage Focus. Forage Focus. August 2011.

Sparse-flowering orchardgrass is stable across temperate North America - (Abstract Only)

Casler, M.D., Robins, J.G., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. Sparse-flowering orchardgrass is stable across temperate North America [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 235-7.

The effect of harvest moisture and bale wrapping on temperature and mold counts in grass hay - (Experiment Station)

Martinson, K., Sheaffer, C., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. The effect of harvest moisture and bale wrapping on temperature and mold counts in grass hay. Extension Publications. University of Minnesota Extension, St. Paul, MN.

Production, reproduction, health, and growth traits in backcross holstein x jersey cows and their holstein contemporaries - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Bjelland, D.W., Weigel, K.A., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Coblentz, W.K., Halbach, T.J. 2011. Production, reproduction, health, and growth traits in backcross holstein x jersey cows and their holstein contemporaries. Journal of Dairy Science. 94:5194-5203.

Effect of herbage depletion on short-term foraging dynamics and diet quality of steers grazing wheat pastures - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Gregorini, P., Gunter, S.A., Bowman, M.T., Caldwell, J.D., Masino, C.A., Coblentz, W.K., Beck, P.A. 2011. Effect of herbage depletion on short-term foraging dynamics and diet quality of steers grazing wheat pastures. Journal of Animal Science. 89:3824-3830.

Effect of prior grazing experiences on grazing behavior and performance of lactating cows - (Abstract Only)

Lopes, F., Esser, N.M., Hoffman, P.C., Coblentz, W.K., Combs, D.K. 2011. Effect of prior grazing experiences on grazing behavior and performance of lactating cows. Journal of Dairy Science. 94:464.

Evaluation of limit feeding and bunk management for gravid dairy replacement heifers - (Abstract Only)

Esser, N.M., Larson, J., Hoffman, P.C., Lui, C.L., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. Evaluation of limit feeding and bunk management for gravid dairy replacement heifers. Journal of Dairy Science. 375.

Orchardgrass ley for improved manure management in Wisconsin: II. Nutritive value and voluntary intake by dairy heifers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hedtcke, J.L., Posner, J.L., Coblentz, W.K., Hall, J., Walgenbach, R.P., Davidson, J. 2011. Orchardgrass ley for improved manure management in Wisconsin: II. Nutritive value and voluntary intake by dairy heifers. Agronomy Journal. 103:1106-1114.

The effect of harvest moisture and bale wrapping on forage quality, temperature, and mold in orchardgrass hay - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Martinson, K., Coblentz, W.K., Sheaffer, C. 2011. The effect of harvest moisture and bale wrapping on forage quality, temperature, and mold in orchardgrass hay. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science. 31:711-716.

Tannin content and rate of ruminal protein degradation of legume hays - (Abstract Only)

Colombini, S., Broderick, G.A., Grabber, J.H., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. Tannin content and rate of ruminal protein degradation of legume hays. Journal of Dairy Science. 94(E-Supplement 1):645.

MFRP project: plastic-wrap preserved mature orchardgrass round-baled hay up to 34% moisture - (Popular Publication)

Martinson, K., Sheaffer, C., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. MFRP Project: Plastic-Wrap Preserved Mature Orchardgrass Round-Baled Hay Up to 34% Moisture. Forage Focus. p: 20.

Heat damaged forages: effects on forage energy content - (Other)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C., Undersander, D.J. 2011. Heat damaged forages: effects on forage energy content. Extension Publications. 13:1.

Rumen-degradable protein in roll conditioned or macerated legume hays and silages estimated by in situ kinetics vs. alternative methods - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Grabber, J.H., Coblentz, W.K., Broderick, G.A. 2011. Rumen-Degradable protein in roll conditioned or macerated legume hays and silages estimated by in situ kinetics vs. alternative methods. Crop Science. 51:1832-1839.

Effects of grazing stockpilied endophyte-infected tall fescue pastures on growth and physiological indices of dairy heifers - (Abstract Only)

Henry, R., Huff, J., Reiter, S., Coblentz, W.K., Looper, M.L., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2012. Effects of grazing stockpilied endophyte-infected tall fescue pastures on growth and physiological indices of dairy heifers. Journal of Animal Science. February 5-8, 2011.

Predicting TDN losses from heat damaged hays and haylages with NIR - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Yan, R., Undersander, D.J., Coblentz, W.K. 2011. Predicting TDN losses from heat damaged hays and haylages with NIR. Forage and Grazinglands. Available: http://www.plantmanagementnetwork.org/fg/.

Influence of ensiling time and inoculation on alteration of the starch-protein matrix in high-moisture corn - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Shaver, R.D., Coblentz, W.K., Scott, M.P., Bodnar, A.L., Schmidt, R.J., Charley, B.C. 2011. Influence of ensiling time and inoculation on alteration of the starch-protein matrix in high-moisture corn. Journal of Dairy Science. 94:2465-2474.

Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Forage Protein Fractions and In Situ Disappearance Kinetics of Crude Protein for Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Hays Packaged in Large-Round Bales - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C., Martin, N.P. 2010. Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Forage Protein Fractions and In Situ Disappearance Kinetics of Crude Protein for Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Hays Packaged in Large-Round Bales. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:1148-1169.

Planting Date Effects on Fall Forage Production of Oat Cultivars in Wisconsin - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Bertram, M.G., Martin, N.P. 2010. Planting Date Effects on Fall Forage Production of Oat Cultivars in Wisconsin. Agronomy Journal. 103:145-155.

Growth Potential and Unique Quality Characteristics of Fall-Grown Cereal-Grain Forages in Central Wisconsin - (Popular Publication) - (09-Aug-10)

In-situ disappearance of dry matter and fiber from fall-grown cereal-grain forages from North Central US - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Walgenbach, R.P. 2010. In-situ disappearance of dry matter and fiber from fall-grown cereal-grain forages from North Central US. Journal of Animal Science. 88:3992-4005.

Unique Dairy Applications for Eastern Gamagrass in Central Wisconsin: I. Yield Potential - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Jokela, W.E., Hoffman, P.C., Bertram, M.G. 2010. Unique Dairy Applications for Eastern Gamagrass in Central Wisconsin: I. Yield Potential. Agronomy Journal. 102:1710-1719.

Unique Dairy Applications for Eastern Gamagrass in Central Wisconsin: II. Nutritive Value and Energy Density - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C., Jokela, W.E., Bertram, M.G. 2010. Unique Dairy Applications for Eastern Gamagrass in Central Wisconsin: II. Nutritive Value and Energy Density. Agronomy Journal. 102:1720-1730.

In situ ruminal kinetics of DM and NDF disappearance for the biomass forages Amur silvergrass and big bluestem - (Experiment Station)

Robinette, J.A., Williamson, B.C., Flores, R., Woolley, J.B., Bailey, C.R., Tharel, L.M., King, J.R., Burner, D.M., Carver, P., Coblentz, W.K., Wistuba, T.J., Rosenkrans, C.F., Looper, M.L. 2010. In situ ruminal kinetics of DM and NDF disappearance for the biomass forages Amur silvergrass and big bluestem. Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station Special Reports. December 2010. Research Series 584.

Evaluation of Potential Carryover Effects Associated with Limit Feeding Gravid Holstein Heifers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Kruse, K.A., Combs, D.K., Esser, N.M., Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2010. Evaluation of Potential Carryover Effects Associated with Limit Feeding Gravid Holstein Heifers. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:5374-5384.

The Effect of Feeding Dairy Heifers Diets With and Without Supplemental Phosphorus for 18 Months on Growth, Reproductive Efficiency, and Lactation Performance - (Abstract Only)

Bjelland, D.W., Esser, N.M., Weigel, K.A., Hoffman, P.C., Coblentz, W.K. 2010. The Effect of Feeding Dairy Heifers Diets With and Without Supplemental Phosphorus for 18 Months on Growth, Reproductive Efficiency, and Lactation Performance. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA. 93:419.

Assessment of Prior Grazing Experiences on Adaption to Pasture and Performance of Dairy Heifers. - (Abstract Only)

Lopes, F., Combs, D.K., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Coblentz, W.K. 2010. Assessment of Prior Grazing Experiences on Adaption to Pasture and Performance of Dairy Heifers. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA. 93:79.

Weaning and Post-Weaning Performance by Fall-Born Beef Calves Weaned on Different Dates in the Spring from Neotyphodium Coenophialum-Infected Tall Fescue Pastures - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Jennings, J.A., Hubbell, III, D.S., Krieder, D.L., Looper, M.L., Galloway, D.L., Kegley, E.B., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2011. Weaning and Post-Weaning Performance by Fall-Born Beef Calves Weaned on Different Dates in the Spring from Neotyphodium Coenophialum-Infected Tall Fescue Pastures. Livestock Science. 135:44-52.

Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Estimates of TDN for Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Hays Packaged in Large-Round Bales - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2010. Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Estimates of TDN for Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Hays Packaged in Large-Round Bales. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:3377-3389.

Yield Potential of Eastern Gamagrass in Central Wisconsin - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Jokela, W.E., Bertram, M.G., Hoffman, P.C. 2010. Yield Potential of Eastern Gamagrass in Central Wisconsin. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:56.

Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Estimates of Energy from Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Hays Stored in Large-Round Bales - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2010. Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Estimates of Energy from Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Hays Stored in Large-Round Bales. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:479.

Influence of Inoculation and Storage Time on Alteration of the Starch-Protein Matrix in High Moisture Corn - (Abstract Only)

Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Shaver, R.D., Coblentz, W.K., Scott, M.P., Bodnar, A.L., Schmidt, R. 2010. Influence of Inoculation and Storage Time on Alteration of the Starch-Protein Matrix in High Moisture Corn. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:726.

Influence of Inoculation and Storage Time on In Vitro Gas Production of High Moisture Corn - (Abstract Only)

Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Shaver, R.D., Coblentz, W.K., Scott, M.P., Bodnar, A.L., Schmidt, R. 2010. Influence of Inoculation and Storage Time on In Vitro Gas Production of High Moisture Corn. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:725.

Revisiting Heat-Damaged Protein and Ruminal Degradation Kinetics in Heated Hays - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C., Martin, N.P. 2010. Revisiting Heat-Damaged Protein and Ruminal Degradation Kinetics in Heated Hays. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:478.

Grazing Behavior of Heifers Measured by Handheld GPS - (Abstract Only)

Lopes, F., Combs, D.K., Hoffman, P.C., Esser, N.M., Coblentz, W.K. Grazing Behavior of Heifers Measured by Handheld GPS. Journal of Dairy Science. 93:2300.

Fall Growth, Nutritive Value, and Energy Density for Cereal-Grain Forages in the North-Central United States - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Walgenbach, R.P. 2009. Fall Growth, Nutritive Value, and Energy Density for Cereal-Grain Forages in the North-Central United States. Journal of Animal Science. 88:383-399.

Effects of Wrapping Method and Soil Contact on Hay Stored in Large Round Bales in Central Wisconsin - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K. 2010. Effects of Wrapping Method and Soil Contact on Hay Stored in Large Round Bales in Central Wisconsin. Applied Engineering in Agriculture. 25:835-850.

Effects of Spontaneous Heating in Large Hay Packages on Dry Matter Recovery, In Vitro True Digestibility, and In Situ Kinetics of Ruminal Dry Matter Disappearance - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2009. Effects of Spontaneous Heating in Large Hay Packages on Dry Matter Recovery, In Vitro True Digestibility, and In Situ Kinetics of Ruminal Dry Matter Disappearance [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 299-1.

Fall Growth of Cereal Grains in Wisconsin - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Walgenbach, R.P. 2009. Fall Growth of Cereal Grains in Wisconsin [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 78-2.

Effects of Spontaneous Heating in Large Hay Packages on Fiber Composition, NDF Digestibility, and In Situ Kinetics of Ruminal NDF Disappearance - (Abstract Only)

Hoffman, P.C., Coblentz, W.K. 2009. Effects of Spontaneous Heating in Large Hay Packages on Fiber Composition, NDF Digestibility, and In Situ Kinetics of Ruminal NDF Disappearance [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 299-2.

Short-term foraging dynamics of cattle grazing swards with different canopy structures - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Gregorini, P., Gunter, S.A., Beck, P.A., Caldwell, J., Bowman, M.T., Coblentz, W.K. 2009. Short-term foraging dynamics of cattle grazing swards with different canopy structures. Journal of Animal Science. 87:3817-3824.

Comparison of Bloat Potential Between Soft-red and Hard-red Winter Wheat Forages - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Akins, M.S., Coffey, K.P., Caldwell, J.D., Lusby, K.S., Coblentz, W.K., Kegley, E.B. 2009. Comparison of Bloat Potential Between Soft-red and Hard-red Winter Wheat Forages. Journal of Animal Science. 87:3278-3287.

In-situ Ruminal Protein, Fiber, and Dry Matter Degradability of Legume Silages and Hays as Influenced by Protein-binding Polyphenols and Conditioning Methods - (Proceedings)

Grabber, J.H., Coblentz, W.K. 2009. In-situ Ruminal Protein, Fiber, and Dry Matter Degradability of Legume Silages and Hays as Influenced by Protein-binding Polyphenols and Conditioning Methods. In: Proceedings of the XVth International Silage Conference, July 27-29, 2009, Madison, Wisconsin. p. 131-132.

Polyphenol, Conditioning, and Conservation Effects on Protein Fractions and Degradability in Forage Legumes - (Abstract Only)

Grabber, J.H., Coblentz, W.K. 2009. Polyphenol, Conditioning, and Conservation Effects on Protein Fractions and Degradability in Forage Legumes. In: Proceedings of the 2009 American Forage and Grassland Council Annual Conference, June 21-24, 2009, Grand Rapids, Michigan. 2009 CDROM.

Estimating Rumen Degradable Protein in Forage Legume Hays and Silages by In Situ Disappearance Kinetics vs. Alternative Methods - (Abstract Only)

Grabber, J.H., Coblentz, W.K. 2009. Estimating Rumen Degradable Protein in Forage Legume Hays and Silages by In Situ Disappearance Kinetics vs. Alternative Methods. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Abstract 54582.

Effects of Bale Moisture and Bale Diameter on Spontaneous Heating, Dry Matter Recovery, In-vitro True Digestibility, and In-situ Disappearance Kinetics of Alfalfa-orchardgrass Hays - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2009. Effects of Bale Moisture and Bale Diameter on Spontaneous Heating, Dry Matter Recovery, In-vitro True Digestibility, and In-situ Disappearance Kinetics of Alfalfa-orchardgrass Hays. Journal of Dairy Science. 92:2853-2874.

Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Fiber Composition, Fiber Digestibility, and In Situ Disappearance Kinetics of NDF for Alfalfa-orchardgrass Hays. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2009. Effects of Spontaneous Heating on Fiber Composition, Fiber Digestibility, and In Situ Disappearance Kinetics of NDF for Alfalfa-orchardgrass Hays. Journal of Dairy Science. 92:2875-2895.

Performance by Fall-Calving Cows Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures With Different Proportions Stockpiled - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Jennings, J.A., Hubbell III, D.S., Kreider, D.L., Looper, M.L., Rosenkrans Jr, C.F. 2009. Performance by fall-calving cows grazing tall fescue pastures with different proportions stockpiled. Forage and Grazinglands [serial online]. doi:10.1094/FG-2009-0312-01-RS.

Performance by Fall-Calving Cows Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Different Proportions Stockpiled - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Jennings, J.A., Hubbell III, D.S., Kreider, D.L., Looper, M.L., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F. 2009. Performance by Fall-Calving Cows Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Different Proportions Stockpiled. Forage and Grazinglands. doi:10.1094/FG-2009-0312-01-RS. Available: www.plantmanagementnetwork.org/sub/fg/research/2009/stockpile/

Polyphenol, Conditioning, and Conservation Effects on Protein Fractions and Degradability in Forage Legumes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Grabber, J.H., Coblentz, W.K. 2009. Polyphenol, Conditioning, and Conservation Effects on Protein Fractions and Degradability in Forage Legumes. Crop Science. 49:1505-1516.

Ammonia Emissions from Dairy Production Systems in Wisconsin - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Harper, L.A., Flesch, T.K., Powell, J.M., Coblentz, W.K., Jokela, W.E., Martin, N.P. 2009. Ammonia Emissions from Dairy Production Systems in Wisconsin. Journal of Dairy Science. 92:2326-2337.

The Effect of Dietary Phosphorus on Bone Development in Dairy Heifers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Esser, N.M., Hoffman, P.C., Coblentz, W.K., Orth, M.W., Weigel, K.A. 2009. The Effect of Dietary Phosphorus on Bone Development in Dairy Heifers. Journal of Dairy Science. 92:1741-1749.

Effect of Lactic Acid Lactobacillus Preservative and Moisture Level at Baling on In-situ Digestibility of Crabgrass Hay by Heifers. - (Abstract Only)

Caldwell, J.D., Killion, A.E., Hardin, L.A., Coffey, K.P., Young, A.N., Phillip, D., Coblentz, W.K. 2009. Effect of Lactic Acid Lactobacillus Preservative and Moisture Level at Baling on In-situ Digestibility of Crabgrass Hay by Heifers. Journal of Animal Science. 87 (E-Suppl. 3): 94.

Spontaneous heating more likely with larger bales - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2008. Spontaneous heating more likely with larger bales. December 2008. Midwest Forage Association, Forage Focus. p. 4-5.

Fall-growth potential of cereal-grain forages in central Wisconsin - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Walgenbach, R.P. 2008. Fall-growth potential of cereal-grain forages in central Wisconsin. Midwest Forage Association, Forage Focus. December 2008. p. 20-21.

Biology and effects of spontaneous heating in hay. - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Jennings, J.A., Coffey, K.P. 2008. Biology and effects of spontaneous heating in hay. Progressive Hay Grower. 9(4):12-15.

Post Weaning Performance of Spring-Born Calves Weaned from Tall Fescue Pastures with a Wild-Type Endophyte or a Non-Toxic Novel Endophyte - (Experiment Station)

Coffey, K.P., Caldwell, W.K., Coblentz, W.K., Hess, T.W., Hubbell, Iii, D.S., Ogden, R.K., Akins, M.A., Looper, M.L., Rosenkrans, Jr, C.F. 2008. Post Weaning Performance of Spring-Born Calves Weaned from Tall Fescue Pastures with a Wild-Type Endophyte or a Non-Toxic Novel Endophyte. Research Series 563. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2008. (11):37-39.

Comparison of Bloat Potential Between Soft-Red and Hard-Red Winter Wheat Forages - (Experiment Station)

Akins, M.W., Coffey, K.P., Caldwell, J.D., Lusby, K.S., Coblentz, W.K., Moore, J.C., Kegley, E.B. 2008. Comparison of Bloat Potential Between Soft-Red and Hard-Red Winter Wheat Forages. Research Series 563. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2008. (11):12-17.

Heat Damaged Forages: Effects on Forage Quality - (Experiment Station)

Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2008. Heat Damaged Forages: Effects on Forage Quality. University of Wisconsin Extension Family Living Website. Focus on Forage. 10(8). Available: www.uwex.edu/ces/crops/uwforage/HeatDamage-FOF.pdf

Post-weaning performance of fall-born beef steers weaned from endophyte-infected tall fescue pastures on different dates in the spring. - (Experiment Station)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Jennings, J.A., Hubbell, D.S., Krieder, D.L., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2008. Post-weaning performance of fall-born beef steers weaned from endophyte-infected tall fescue pastures on different dates in the spring. Research Series 563. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2008. (11):35-36.

Effect of lactic acid-lactobacillus preservative and moisture concentration at baling on intake and digestibility of crabgrass hay by lambs and in-situ digestibility by heifers - (Experiment Station)

Hardin, L.A., Coffey, K.P., Killian, A.E., Caldwell, J.D., Philipp, D., Coblentz, W.K. 2008. Effect of lactic acid-lactobacillus preservative and moisture concentration at baling on intake and digestibility of crabgrass hay by lambs and in-situ digestibility by heifers. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2008. (11):43-45.

Manure and Soil Test Phosphorus Effects on Runoff P from Simulated Rain - (Abstract Only)

Jokela, W.E., Coblentz, W.K., Hoffman, P.C. 2008. Manure and Soil Test Phosphorus Effects on Runoff P from Simulated Rain [abstract]. In: Proceedings of the ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting, October 5-9, 2008, Houston, Texas. 2008 CD-ROM.

Estimating Losses of Dry Matter from Wetted Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Mixtures Using Cell Wall Components as Internal Markers - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Jokela, W.E. 2008. Estimating Losses of Dry Matter from Wetted Alfalfa-Orchardgrass Mixtures Using Cell Wall Components as Internal Markers. Crop Science. 48:2481-2489.

Effect of harvest dates on yield and nutritive value of eastern gamgrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mashingo, M.S., Kellogg, D., Coblentz, W.K., Anschutz, K.S. 2008. Effect of harvest dates on yield and nutritive value of eastern gamgrass. Professional Animal Scientist. 24:363-373.

Estimating losses of dry matter from alfalfa-orchardgrass mixtures following rainfall events - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Jokela, W.E. 2008. Estimating losses of dry matter from alfalfa-orchardgrass mixtures following rainfall events. Journal of Dairy Science. 91:27.

Forage-based systems for the Upper Midwest - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K. 2008. Forage-based systems for the Upper Midwest. Journal of Dairy Science. 91:309.

Bone development in dairy heifers fed diets with and without supplemental phosphorus - (Abstract Only)

Esser, N.M., Hoffman, P.C., Coblentz, W.K., Orth, M.W., Weigel, K.A. 2008. Bone development in dairy heifers fed diets with and without supplemental phosphorus. Journal of Dairy Science. 91:481.

Effect of a lactic acid-lactobacillus product and bale moisture on forage quality, and voluntary intake and digestibility of crabgrass hay by lambs - (Abstract Only)

Hardin, L., Killion, A., Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Philipp, D., Coblentz, W.K. 2008. Effect of a lactic acid-lactobacillus product and bale moisture on forage quality, and voluntary intake and digestibility of crabgrass hay by lambs. Journal of Animal Science. 86:28.

Weaning and Post-Weaning Performance of Fall-Born Calves Weaned on Different Dates from Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pastures Managed with Two Different Rotation Frequencies - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Hellwig, D.H., Popp, M.P., Smith, T.F., Hubbell Iii, D.S., Scarbrough, D.A., Humphry, B.J., Turner, J.E., Johnson, Z.B. 2008. Weaning and Post-Weaning Performance of Fall-Born Calves Weaned on Different Dates from Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pastures Managed with Two Different Rotation Frequencies. Livestock Science. 118:183-194.

Effects of Fescue Type and Sampling Date on the N Disappearance Kinetics of Autumn-Stockpiled Tall Fescue - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Flores, R., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Coffey, K.P., Looper, M.L., West, C.P., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2008. Effects of fescue type and sampling date on the N disappearance kinetics of autumn-stockpiled all fescue. Journal of Dairy Science. 91:1597-1606.

Biology and Effects of Spontaneous Heating in Hay - (Proceedings)

Coblentz, W.K. 2007. Biology and Effects of Spontaneous Heating in Hay. Proceedings of the 11th Annual University of Wisconsin Arlington Dairy Day, December 12, 2007, Arlington, WI.

Post-Weaning Performance of Fall-Born Beef Steers Weaned from Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pastures on Different Dates in the Spring - (Abstract Only)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Jennings, J.A., Hubbell Iii, D.S., Kreider, D.L., Rosenkrans, C.D. 2008. Post-Weaning Performance of Fall-Born Beef Steers Weaned from Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pastures on Different Dates in the Spring. Journal of Animal Science. 86 (e-Supplement 3): 91.

Effects of harvest timing on estimates of rumen degradable protein from alfalfa forages. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Brink, G.E., Martin, N.P., Undersander, D.J. 2007. Effects of harvest timing on estimates of rumen degradable protein from alfalfa forages. Crop Science. 48:778-788.

Seeding Rate Effect on Establishment and Yield of Alfalfa in Bermudagrass Sod - (Proceedings)

Jennings, J.A., Coblentz, W.K., Johnson, Z.B., Skinner, J. 2008. Seeding Rate Effect on Establishment and Yield of Alfalfa in Bermudagrass Sod. American Forage and Grassland Council Conference Proceedings. January 26-31, 2008. Louisville, Kentucky.

Selection for Lignin and Etherified Ferulates in Three Perennial Grasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Casler, M.D., Jung, H.G., Coblentz, W.K. 2008. Selection for Lignin and Etherified Ferulates in Three Perennial Grasses. Crop Science. 48:424-433.

Cow and calf performance while grazing tall fescue pastures with either wild-type toxic endophyte or a non-toxic novel endophyte. - (Experiment Station)

Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Caldwell, J.D., West, C.P., Ogden, R.K., Hess, T., Hubbell III, D.S., Akins, M.S., Rosenkrans, Jr., C.F. 2007. Cow and calf performance while grazing tall fescue pastures with either wild-type toxic endophyte or a non-toxic novel endophyte. Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Series 553. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2007. 10:67-69.

Growth performance and immune function of fall-born beef calves weaned from endophyte-infected tall fescue pastures on different dates in the spring. - (Experiment Station)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Jennings, J.A., Hubbell III, D.S., Kreider, D.L., Rosenkrans, Jr., C.F. 2007. Growth performance and immune function of fall-born beef calves weaned from endophyte-infected tall fescue pastures on different dates in the spring. Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station Research Series 553. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2007. 10:70-72.

Nutritive value of fall-grown cereal-grain forages over time. - (Experiment Station)

Akins, M.S., Kegley, E.B., Gunsaulis, J.L., Coblentz, W.K., Lusby, K.S., Ogden, R.K., Caldwell, J.D., Bacon, R.K., Coffey, K.P. 2007. Nutritive value of fall-grown cereal-grain forages over time. Arkansas Animal Science Research Series 553. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2007. 10:73-77.

Reproductive performance, blood urea nitrogen, and blood glucose concentration in beef heifers grazing annual ryegrass in the spring and supplemented at different intervals prior to timed AI. - (Experiment Station)

Kreider, D.L., Coffey, K.P., Caldwell, J.D., Whitworth, W.A., Montgomery, T.G., Rorie, R., Mcnew, R.W., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K. 2007. Reproductive performance, blood urea nitrogen, and blood glucose concentration in beef heifers grazing annual ryegrass in the spring and supplemented at different intervals prior to timed AI. Arkansas Animal Science Research Series 553. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report 2007. 10:41-44.

In Situ Ruminal Nitrogen and Neutral-Detergent Insoluble Nitrogen Disappearance from Bermudagrass Fertilized with Different Nitrogen Rates and Harvested on Two Dates - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Mcginley, B.C., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Galdamez-Cabrera, N.W., Turner, J.E., Daniels, M.B. 2007. In Situ Ruminal Nitrogen and Neutral-Detergent Insoluble Nitrogen Disappearance from Bermudagrass Fertilized with Different Nitrogen Rates and Harvested on Two Dates. Professional Animal Scientist. 23:556-564.

Dry Matter Losses from Large Round Bales of Alfalfa-Grass Mixtures Stored Outdoors in Central Wisconsin. - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K. 2007. Dry Matter Losses from Large Round Bales of Alfalfa-Grass Mixtures Stored Outdoors in Central Wisconsin [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 271-11-660.

Effects of Application of Dairy Slurry on Voluntary Intake of Orchardgrass Hays by Growing Dairy Heifers - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Davidson, J.A., Walgenbach, R.P., Posner, J.L., Hedtcke, J.L. 2007. Effects of Application of Dairy Slurry on Voluntary Intake of Orchardgrass Hays by Growing Dairy Heifers [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 77-5.

Effects of fescue type, sampling date, and grazing by dairy replacement heifers on nitrogen partitioning and in situ disappearance kinetics of N for autumn-stockpiled tall fescue forages. - (Abstract Only)

Flores, R., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R., Coffey, K.P., Looper, M.L., West, C.P., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2007. Effects of fescue type, sampling date, and grazing by dairy replacement heifers on nitrogen partitioning and in situ disappearance kinetics of N for autumn-stockpiled tall fescue forages [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Paper No. 77-5.

Evaluation of Soft Red Winter Wheat Forage Yield, Nutritive Value and Tetany Hazard as Influenced by Sampling Date and Nitrogen Fertilization - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Bailey, C.R., Daniels, L.B., Coblentz, W.K., Kegley, E.B., Mcbeth, L.J., Turner, J.E., Wistuba, T.J., Rosenkrans, C. 2007. Evaluation of Soft Red Winter Wheat Forage Yield, Nutritive Value and Tetany Hazard as Influenced by Sampling Date and Nitrogen Fertilization. Journal of Applied Animal Research. 32:1-6.

Effect of herbage depletion on cattle grazing dynamics in wheat pastures - (Abstract Only)

Gregorini, P., Bowman, M., Gunter, S.A., Beck, P.A., Coblentz, W.K. 2007. Effect of herbage depletion on cattle grazing dynamics in wheat pastures. Journal of Animal Science 85(Suppl. 1):496.

Fall Growth Potential of Cereal Grain Forages in Northern Arkansas - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Gunsaulis, J.L., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Bacon, R.K., Coffey, K.P., Hubbell, D.S., Skinner, J., Akins, M.S., Caldwell, J.D., Lusby, K.S. 2008. Fall Growth Potential of Cereal Grain Forages in Northern Arkansas. Agronomy Journal. 100:1112-1123.

Fall Growth Potential of Cereal-Grain Forages - (Abstract Only)

Gunsaulis, J.L., Coblentz, W.K., Bacon, R.K., Ogden, R.K., Coffey, K.P., Hubbell, D.S., Skinner, J., Caldwell, J.D. 2007. Fall Growth Potential of Cereal-Grain Forages. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA. Journal of Animal Science (supplement 1). 85:430.

Growth Performance and Immune Function of Fall-Born Beef Calves Weaned from Endophyte Infected Tall Fescue Pastures on Different Dates in the Spring - (Abstract Only)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Looper, M.L., Kreider, D.L., Jennings, J.A., Hubbell, D.S., Hess, T.W., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2007. Growth Performance and Immune Function of Fall-Born Beef Calves Weaned from Endophyte Infected Tall Fescue Pastures on Different Dates in the Spring [abstract]. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA. Journal of Animal Science (supplement 1). 85:498.

Comparison of Bloat Potential Between Hard Red and Soft Red Winter Wheat - (Abstract Only)

Akins, M.S., Kegley, E.B., Lusby, K.S., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Bacon, R.K., Caldwell, J.D., Moore, J.C. 2007. Comparison of Bloat Potential Between Hard Red and Soft Red Winter Wheat [abstract]. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA. Journal of Animal Science (supplement 1). 85:499.

Effects of Harvest Timing on Estimates of Rumen Degradable Protein from Alfalfa Forages - (Abstract Only)

Coblentz, W.K., Brink, G.E., Martin, N.P., Undersander, D.J. 2007. Effects of Harvest Timing on Estimates of Rumen Degradable Protein from Alfalfa Forages [abstract]. Joint Meeting of the ADSA, AMSA, ASAS and PSA. Journal of Dairy Science (supplement 1). 90:39.

Effects of Fescue Type and Sampling Date on the Ruminal Disappearance Kinetics of Autumn-Stockpiled Tall Fescue - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Flores, R., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Coffey, K.P., Looper, M.L., West, C.P., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2007. Effects of Fescue Type and Sampling Date on the Ruminal Disappearance Kinetics of Autumn-Stockpiled Tall Fescue. Journal of Dairy Science. 90:2883-2896.

Effects of Storage Conditions on the Forage Quality Characteristics and Ergovaline Content of Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Hays - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Norman, R.C., Coblentz, W.K., Hubbell, D.S., Ogden, R.K., Coffey, K.P., Caldwell, J.D., Rhein, R.T., West, C.P., Rosenkrans, C.F. 2007. Effects of Storage Conditions on the Forage Quality Characteristics and Ergovaline Content of Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Hays. Crop Science. 47:1635-1646.

Round-Bale Silage - Management Issues to Consider - (Proceedings)

Coblentz, W.K. 2007. Round-Bale Silage - Management Issues to Consider. In: Proceedings of the Midwest Forage Association Symposium. 2007 Midwest Forage Association Symposium and Annual Meeting, January 30-31, 2007, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin. 2007 CDROM.

Empirical analysis of weaning and pasture rotation frequency with implications for retained ownership. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Popp, M., Coffey, K., Coblentz, W.K., Johnson, Z., Scarbrough, D., Humphry, J.B., Smith, T., Hubbell, D.S., Turner, J. 2007. Empirical analysis of weaning and pasture rotation frequency with implications for retained ownership. Agronomy Journal. 99:747-754

Nutritive Value of Fall-Grown Cereal-Grain Forages Over Time - (Abstract Only)

Akins, M.S., Gunsaulis, J.L., Coblentz, W.K., Kegley, E.B., Lusby, K.S., Ogden, R.K., Caldwell, J.D., Bacon, R.K., Coffey, K.P. 2007. Nutritive Value of Fall-Grown Cereal-Grain Forages Over Time. Journal of Animal Science. 85:133

Performance by Spring-Calving Cows Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Either the Wild-Type Toxic Endophyte or a Non-Toxic Novel Endophyte - (Abstract Only)

Coffey, W.K., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Caldwell, J.D., Hubbell, D.S., Hess, T.W., Martin, L.J., West, C.P., Akins, M.S., Johnson, Z.B. 2007. Performance by Spring-Calving Cows Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Either the Wild-Type Toxic Endophyte or a Non-Toxic Novel Endophyte. Journal of Animal Science. 85(suppl. 2):133.

Reproductive performance, blood urea nitrogen, and blood glucose concentration in beef heifers grazing annual ryegrass in the spring and supplemented at different intervals prior to timed AI - (Abstract Only)

Kreider, D.L., Coffey, K.P., Caldwell, J.D., Coblentz, W.K., Montgomery, T.G., Whitworth, W., Mcnew, R., Ogden, R.K. 2007. Reproductive performance, blood urea nitrogen, and blood glucose concentration in beef heifers grazing annual ryegrass in the spring and supplemented at different intervals prior to timed AI [abstract]. Journal of Animal Science. 85(supplement 2):119.

Growth Performance by Fall-Calving Cow-Calf Pairs Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Different Proportions Stockpiled Until Late Fall - (Experiment Station)

Caldwell, J.D., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Jennings, J.A., Smith, T.F., Hubbell, D.S. 2006. Growth Performance by Fall-Calving Cow-Calf Pairs Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Different Proportions Stockpiled Until Late Fall. Research Series 545. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report. 9:140-142.

Cow and Calf Performance While Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Either the Wild-Type Toxic Endophyte or a Non-Toxic Novel Endophyte - (Experiment Station)

Ogden, R.K., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Caldwell, J.D., Hess, T., Hubbell, D.S., Akins, M.S. 2006. Cow and Calf Performance While Grazing Tall Fescue Pastures with Either the Wild-Type Toxic Endophyte or a Non-Toxic Novel Endophyte. Research Series 545. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report. 9:138-139.

Effects of Grain By-Products as Supplements for Stocker Cattle Grazing Bermudagrass - (Experiment Station)

Davis, T.E., Kegley, E.B., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Hornsby, J.P. 2006. Effects of Grain By-Products as Supplements for Stocker Cattle Grazing Bermudagrass. Research Series 545. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report. 9:120-123.

Effect of Herbage Depletion on the Grazing Dynamics and Short-Term Intake Rate of Steers Grazing Wheat Pastures - (Experiment Station)

Gregorini, P., Caldwell, J.D., Bowman, M., Masino, C., Coblentz, W.K., Beck, P.A., Gunter, S.A. 2006. Effect of Herbage Depletion on the Grazing Dynamics and Short-Term Intake Rate of Steers Grazing Wheat Pastures. Research Series 545. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report. 9:130-133.

Effect of Supplement Timing on Blood Measurements and Reproductive Performance in Beef Heifers Grazing Annual Ryegrass in the Spring - (Experiment Station)

Kreider, D.L., Coffey, K.P., Whitworth, W.A., Montgomery, T.G., Coblentz, W.K., Caldwell, J.D., Mcnew, R.W., Ogden, R.K. 2006. Effect of Supplement Timing on Blood Measurements and Reproductive Performance in Beef Heifers Grazing Annual Ryegrass in the Spring. Research Series 545. Arkansas Animal Science Department Report. 9:196-198.

Effects of Fescue Type, Sampling Date, and Grazing by Dairy Replacement Heifers on the Nutritive Value and In Situ Ruminal Disappearance Kinetics of DM and NDF for Autumn-Stockpiled Tall Fescue Forages - (Abstract Only)

Flores, R., Coblentz, W.K., Rosenkrans, C.F., Ogden, R.K., Coffey, K.P., Looper, M.L., West, C.P. 2006. Effects of Fescue Type, Sampling Date, and Grazing by Dairy Replacement Heifers on the Nutritive Value and In Situ Ruminal Disappearance Kinetics of DM and NDF for Autumn-Stockpiled Tall Fescue Forages [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting. Abstract No. 1935b.

Effects of Bale Diameter, Storage Location, and Sampling Depth on the Nutritive Value, Ruminal Disappearance Kinetics of DM, and Concentrations of Ergovaline for Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Hay Packaged in Large Round Bale - (Abstract Only)

Norman, R.C., Coblentz, W.K., Rosenkrans, C.F., Hubbell, D.S., Ogden, R.K., Coffey, K.P., West, C.P. 2006. Effects of Bale Diameter, Storage Location, and Sampling Depth on the Nutritive Value, Ruminal Disappearance Kinetics of DM, and Concentrations of Ergovaline for Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Hay Packaged in Large Round Bale [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA International Annual Meeting. Abstract No. 1732a.

Animal Methods for Evaluating Forage Quality - (Book / Chapter)

Cochran, R.C., Coblentz, W.K., Vanzant, E.S. 2007. Animal Methods for Evaluating Forage Quality. In: Barnes, R.F., Nelson, C.J., Moore, K.J., Collins, M. editors. Forages, The Science of Grassland Agriculture. Volume II, Sixth Edition. Ames, Iowa: Blackwell Publishing Professional. p. 541-552.

Effects of Forage Management on the Nutritive Value of Stockpiled Bermudagrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Scarbrough, D.A., Coblentz, W.K., Coffey, K.P., Hubbell, D.S., Smith, T.S., Humphry, J.B., Jennings, J.A., Ogden, R.K., Turner, J.E. 2006. Effects of Forage Management on the Nutritive Value of Stockpiled Bermudagrass. Agronomy Journal. 98:1280-1289.

Rainfall Effects on Wilting Forages - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K., Jennings, J.A. 2006. Rainfall Effects on Wilting Forages. Progressive Hay Grower. 7(4):20-25.

Post-Harvest Physiology - (Book / Chapter)

Collins, M., and W. K. Coblentz. 2007. Post-harvest physiology of forages. In: Barnes, R.F., Nelson, C.J., Moore, K.J., Collins, M., editors. Forages, the Science of Grassland Agriculture. Volume II, 6th Edition. Ames, Iowa:Blackwell Publishing Professional. p. 583-600.

Effects of Grain By-Products as Supplements for Stocker Cattle Grazing Bermudagrass - (Experiment Station)

Davis, T.E., Kegley, E.B., Coffey, K.P., Coblentz, W.K., Ogden, R.K., Hornsby, J.A. 2006. Effects of Grain By-Products as Supplements for Stocker Cattle Grazing Bermudagrass. Discovery Journal. 7:19-26.

Baled Silage for Livestock - (Popular Publication)

Coblentz, W.K. 2006. Baled Silage for Livestock. Progessive Hay Grower. 7(3):13-18.

Rain Damage and Spontaneous Heating in Southern Forages Harvested as Hay - (Proceedings)

Coblentz, W.K. 2006. Rain Damage and Spontaneous Heating in Southern Forages Harvested as Hay. In: Proceedings of the 60th Southern Pasture and Forage Crop Improvement Conference, April 11-13, 2006, Auburn, Alabama. 2006 CDROM.

Using Orchardgrass and Endophyte-Free Fescue Versus Endophyte-Infected Fescue Overseeded on Bermudagrass for Cow Herds: Four-Year Summary of Cow-Calf Performance - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W.K., Coffey, K.P., Smith, T.F., Hubbell, D.S., Scarbrough, D.A., Humphry, J.B., Mcginley, B.C., Turner, J.E., Jennings, J.A., West, C.P. Popp, M.P., Hellweig, D.H., Kreider, D.L., and Rosenkrans, C.F., Jr. 2006. Using Orchardgrass and Endophyte-Free Fescue Versus Endophyte-Infected Fescue Overseeded on Bermudagrass for Cow Herds: Four-Year Summary of Cow-Calf Performance. Crop Science. 46:1929-1938.

Using Orchardgrass and Endophyte-Free Fescue Versus Endophyte-Infected Fescue Overseeded on Bermudagrass for Cow Herds: I. Four-Year Summary of Forage Characteristics - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coblentz, W. K., K. P. Coffey, T. F. Smith, D. S. Hubbell, III, D. A. Scarbrough, J. B. Humphry, B. C. McGinley, J. E. Turner, J. A. Jennings, C. P. West, M. P. Popp, D. H. Hellwig, D. L. Kreider, and C. F. Rosenkrans, Jr. 2006. Using orchardgrass and endophyte-free fescue versus endophyte-infected fescue overseeded on bermudagrass for cow herds: four-year summary of forage characteristics. Crop Science. 46:1919-1928.

In Situ Disappearance Kinetics of Nitrogen and Neutral Detergent Insoluble Nitrogen for Common Crabgrass Sampled on Seven Dates in Northern Arkansas - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Ogden, R.K., Coblentz, W.K., Coffey, K.P., Turner, J.E., Scarbrough, D.A., Jennings, J.A., Richardson, M.D. 2006. In Situ Disappearance Kinetics of Nitrogen and Neutral Detergent Insoluble Nitrogen for Common Crabgrass Sampled on Seven Dates in Northern Arkansas. Journal of Animal Science. 84:669-677.

Impact of Rotation Frequency and Weaning Date on Forage Availability and Nutrient Composition, Species Composition, and Growth Performance by Cows and Calves Grazing Endophyte-Infected Tall Fescue Pastures Overseeded with Cra - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Coffey, K. P., W. K. Coblentz, D. A. Scarbrough, J. B. Humphry, B. C. McGinley, J. E. Turner, T. F. Smith, D. S. Hubbell, III, Z. B. Johnson, D. H. Hellwig, M. P. Popp, and C. F. Rosenkrans, Jr. 2005. Impact of rotation frequency and weaning date on forage availability and nutrient composition, species composition, and growth performance by cows and calves grazing endophyte-infected tall fescue pastures overseeded with crabgrass, lespedeza, and red and white clover. Journal of Animal Science. 83:2684-2695.

Nitrogen Partitioning and Estimates of Degradable Intake Protein in Wilting Orchardgrass and Bermudagrass Hays Damaged by Simulated Rainfall - (Peer Reviewed Journal)

Scarbrough, D. A., W. K. Coblentz, R. K. Ogden, J. E. Turner, J. B. Humphry, K. P. Coffey, T. C. Daniel, T. J. Sauer, J. A. Jennings, and D. W. Kellogg. 2006. Nitrogen partitioning and estimates of degradable intake protein in wilting orchardgrass and bermudagrass hays damaged by simulated rainfall. Agronomy Journal. 98:85-93.