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Robert B Mitchell (Rob)
Research Agronomist


Publications (Clicking on the reprint icon Reprint Icon will take you to the publication reprint.)
A life cycle assessment of corn (Zea mays L.) and switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) bioenergy feedstocks managed on marginal land - (Abstract Only)
Genomic prediction of regional-scale performance in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) by accounting for genotype-by-environment variation and yield surrogate traits - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tilhou, N.W., Bonnette, J., Boe, A., Fay, P.A., Fritschi, F., Mitchell, R., Rouquette, F., Wu, Y., Matamala, R., Maher, S., Jastrow, J., Juenger, T., Lowry, D. 2024. Genomic prediction of regional-scale performance in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) by accounting for genotype-by-environment variation and yield surrogate traits. G3, Genes/Genomes/Genetics. https://doi.org/10.1093/g3journal/jkae159.
A LCA of corn and switchgrass bioenergy feedstocks using data from a long-term study - (Abstract Only)
Responses of wheat constitutively expressing monolignol biosynthetic genes to fusarium head blight caused by fusarium graminearum - (Abstract Only)
Funnell-Harris, D.L., Sattler, S.E., Dill-Macky, R., Wegulo, S.N., Duray, Z.T., Oneill, P.M., Gries, T.L., Masterson, S.D., Graybosch, R.A., Mitchell, R. 2024. Responses of wheat constitutively expressing monolignol biosynthetic genes to fusarium head blight caused by fusarium graminearum. Presented at Plant Health 2024, Memphis, TN. P-274.
Beef cattle grazing gains on wheat, cereal rye, and triticale cover crops following soybean in eastern nebraska - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Redfearn, D., Vogel, K.P., Klopfenstein, T.J., Erickson, G., Baenziger, S.P., Anderson, B.E., Parsons, J. 2024. Beef cattle grazing gains on wheat, cereal rye, and triticale cover crops following soybean in eastern nebraska. Crop, Forage & Turfgrass Management. 15(3):180-192. https://doi.org/10.4236/ajps.2024.153013.
Corn or switchgrass? Land optimization for bioenergy and feedstock production in Nebraska - (Abstract Only)
Perennializing marginal croplands: Going back to the future to mitigate climate change with resilient biobased feedstocks - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ramirez II, S., Schmer, M.R., Jin, V.L., Mitchell, R., Stewart, C.E., Parsons, J., Redfearn, D.D., Quinn, J., Varvel, G.E., Vogel, K.P., Follett, R.F. 2024. Perennializing marginal croplands: Going back to the future to mitigate climate change with resilient biobased feedstocks. Frontiers in Energy Research. 11:1-9. https://doi.org/10.3389/fenrg.2023.1272877.
Does divergent selection for seedling tiller number in big bluestem and switchgrass result in biomass yield and quality differences in mature grass swards? - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Tunnell, S., Stubbendieck, J. 2023. Does divergent selection for seedling tiller number in big bluestem and switchgrass result in biomass yield and quality differences in mature grass swards?. Crop Science. 14(11):1223-1234. https://doi.org/10.4236/ajps.2023.1411083.
Chapter 11 - Agriculture, food systems, and rural communities - ()
Bolster, C.H., Mitchell, R., Kitts, A., Campbell, A., Cosh, M.H., Farrigan, T.L., Franzluebbers, A.J., Hoover, D.L., Jin, V.L., Peck, D.E., Schmer, M.R., Smith, M.D. 2023. Chapter 11 - Agriculture, food systems, and rural communities. National Climate Assessment. https://doi.org/10.7930/NCA5.2023.CH11.
Data from steroidal saponin concentrations in switchgrass cultivars liberty and independence in North America - ()
Clemensen, A.K., Lee, S.T., Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R., Masterson, S.D. 2023. Data from steroidal saponin concentrations in switchgrass cultivars liberty and independence in North America. Ag Data Commons. https://doi.org/10.15482/USDA.ADC/1529751.
Dynamic reconfiguration of switchgrass proteomes in response to rust (Puccinia Novopanici) infection - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Palmer, N.A., Alvarez, S., Naldrett, M.J., Muhle, A.A., Sarath, G., Mitchell, R., Edme, S.J., Tatineni, S., Yuen, G. 2023. Dynamic reconfiguration of switchgrass proteomes in response to rust (Puccinia Novopanici) infection. International Journal of Molecular Sciences. 24(19). Article 14630. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijms241914630.
Multi-site evaluation of stratified and balanced sampling of soil organic carbon stocks in agricultural fields - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Potash, E., Guan, K., Margenot, A., Lee, D., Boe, A., Douglass, M., Heaton, E., Jang, C., Jin, V.L., Li, N., Mitchell, R., Namoi, N., Schmer, M.R., Wang, S., Zumpf, C. 2023. Multi-site evaluation of stratified and balanced sampling of soil organic carbon stocks in agricultural fields. Geoderma. 438. Article 116587. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.geoderma.2023.116587.
Near-term effects of perennial grasses on soil carbon and nitrogen in eastern Nebraska - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ramirez II, S., Schmer, M.R., Jin, V.L., Mitchell, R., Eskridge, K. 2023. Near-term effects of perennial grasses on soil carbon and nitrogen in eastern Nebraska. Environments. 10(5). Article 80. https://doi.org/10.3390/environments10050080.
Divergent metabolic changes in rhizomes of lowland and upland switchgrass (panicum virgatum) from early season through dormancy onset - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Palmer, N.A., Sarath, G., Bowman, M.J., Saathoff, A.J., Edme, S.J., Mitchell, R., Tobias, C.M., Madhavan, S., Scully, E.D., Sattler, S.E. 2023. Divergent metabolic changes in rhizomes of lowland and upland switchgrass (panicum virgatum) from early season through dormancy onset. Plants. 12(8). Article 1732. https://doi.org/10.3390/plants12081732.
Genetic resistance of switchgrass to rust evaluated in a composite upland x lowland population in lab and field settings - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Edme, S.J., Palmer, N.A., Sarath, G., Muhle, A., Mitchell, R., Yuen, G. 2022. Genetic resistance of switchgrass to rust evaluated in a composite upland x lowland population in lab and field settings. Agronomy. 12,3137. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy12123137.
Steroidal saponin concentrations in switchgrass cultivars liberty and independence in North America - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Clemensen, A.K., Lee, S.T., Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R., Masterson, S.D. 2022. Steroidal saponin concentrations in switchgrass cultivars liberty and independence in North America. Crop, Forage & Turfgrass Management. https://doi.org/10.1002/cft2.20204.
Biomass quality responses to selection for increased biomass yield in perennial energy grasses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Casler, M.D., Mitchell, R., Adler, P.R. 2022. Biomass quality responses to selection for increased biomass yield in perennial energy grasses. BioEnergy Research. 15:3. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-022-10513-2.
Biomass production and nutrient removal from perennial energy grasses on a wet marginal land - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Cooney, D., Namoi, N., Zumpf, C., Lim, S., Villamil, M., Mitchell, R., Lee, D. 2022. Biomass production and nutrient removal from perennial energy grasses on a wet marginal land. BioEnergy Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-022-10488-0.
Comparing corn and switchgrass as a bioenergy crop for twenty-five growing seasons—lessons learned and future prospects. - (Abstract Only)
Transfer of a calibration model from a benchtop to a handheld NIR spectrometer to predict nitrogen content of warm-season forage - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rukundo, I., Danao, M., Mitchell, R., Weller, C. 2022. Transfer of a calibration model from a benchtop to a handheld NIR spectrometer to predict nitrogen content of warm-season forage. Biosystems Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biosystemseng.2022.04.014.
The genetic basis for panicle trait variation in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Zhang, L., MacQueen, A., Weng, X., Behrman, K.D., Bonnette, J., Reilley, J.L., Rouguette, F.M., Fay, P.A., Wu, Y., Fritsci, F.B., Mitchell, R., Lowry, D.B., Boe, A.R., Juenger, T.E. 2022. The genetic basis for panicle trait variation in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum). Theoretical and Applied Genetics. 135:2577-2592. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00122-022-04096-x.
A generalist-specialist trade-off between switchgrass cytotypes impacts climate adaptation and geographic range - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Napier, J.D., Grabowski, P., Lovell, J.T., Bonnette, J., Mamidi, S., Gomez-Hughes, M.J., VanWallendael, A., Weng, X., Handley, L.H., Kim, M.K., Boe, A.R., Fay, P.A., Fritschi, F.B., Jastrow, J.D., Lloyd-Reilley, J., Lowrey, D.B., Matamala, R., Mitchell, R., Rouquette, F.M., Wu, Y., Webber, J., Jones, T., Barry, K., Grimwood, J., Schmutz, J., Juenger, T.E. 2022. A generalist-specialist trade-off between switchgrass cytotypes impacts climate adaptation and geographic range. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences(PNAS). 119(15). Article e2118879119. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.2118879119.
Effect of cultivars and temperature on synergistic interaction between panicum mosaic virus and satellite panicum mosaic virus in switchgrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Muhle, A.A., Palmer, N.A., Edme, S.J., Sarath, G., Yuen, G., Mitchell, R., Tatineni, S. 2022. Effect of cultivars and temperature on synergistic interaction between panicum mosaic virus and satellite panicum mosaic virus in switchgrass. Phytopathology. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00705-022-05412-y.
Soil carbon and agroecosystem benefits of conservation management and perennial bioenergy crop production - (Proceedings)
Stewart, C.E., Miner, G.S., Jin, V.L., Schmer, M.R., Williams, C., Mitchell, R. 2022. Soil carbon and agroecosystem benefits of conservation management and perennial bioenergy crop production. Proceedings of Great Plains Soil Fertility Conference. 19:18-23.
Remote sensing-based estimation of advanced perennial grass biomass yields for bioenergy - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hamada, Y., Zumpf, C., Cacho, J., Lee, D., Lin, C., Heaton, E., Boe, A., Boersma, N., Mitchell, R., Negri, C. 2021. Remote sensing-based estimation of advanced perennial grass biomass yields for bioenergy. Land. https://doi.org/10.3390/land10111221.
Genetic analysis of yield and quality traits in switchgrass based on population crosses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Edme, S.J., Mitchell, R. 2021. Genetic analysis of yield and quality traits in switchgrass based on population crosses. Agronomy. 11(11):2220. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy11112220.
Establishing and managing warm-season grasses for conservation buffers - ()
Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R., Jin, V.L., Redfearn, D., Glewen, K., Hay, J. 2021. Establishing and managing warm-season grasses for conservation buffers. Extension Publications. https://extensionpublications.unl.edu/assets/pdf/ec3056.pdf.
Soil greenhouse gas responses to biomass removal in the annual and perennial cropping phases of an integrated crop livestock system - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Christenson, E., Jin, V.L., Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Redfearn, D.D. 2021. Soil greenhouse gas responses to biomass removal in the annual and perennial cropping phases of an integrated crop livestock system. Agronomy. 11(7). Article 1416. https://doi.org/10.3390/agronomy11071416.
Adaptation and forage productivity of cool-season grasses in the central USA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2021. Adaptation and forage productivity of cool-season grasses in the central USA. Agrosystems, Geosciences & Environment. 4(2). Article e20172. https://doi.org/10.1002/agg2.20172.
Release of NT13443 winter triticale - ()
Baenziger, S., Mitchell, R., Wegulo, S., Regassa, T., Easterly, A., Creech, C., El-Basyoni, I., Al-Ajlouni, Z. 2021. Release of NT13443 winter triticale. Nebraska Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin. Available: https://agronomy.unl.edu/Baenziger/new-releases/NT13443signed.pdf..
Genomic mechanisms of climate adaptation in polyploid bioenergy switchgrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lovell, J.T., MacQueen, A.H., Mamidi, S., Bonnette, J., Jenkins, J., Napier, J.D., Sreedasyam, A., Healey, A., Session, A., Shu, S., Barry, K., Bonos, S., Boston, L., Daum, C., Deshpande, S., Ewing, A., Grabowski, P., Haque, T., Harrison, M.L., Jiang, J., Kudrna, D., Lipzen, A., Pendergast IV, T.H., Plott, C., Qi, P., Saski, C.A., Shakirov, E., Sims, D., Sharma, M., Sharma, R., Stewart, A., Singan, V., Tang, Y., Thibivillier, S., Webber, J., Weng, X., Williams, M., Wu, A., Yoshinaga, Y., Zane, M., Zhang, L., Zhang, J., Behrman, K.D., Boe, A.R., Fay, P.A., Fritschi, F.B., Jastro, J.D., Lloyd-Reilley, J., Martinez-Reyna, J., Matamala, R., Mitchell, R., Rouquette Jr., F.M., Ronald, P., Saha, M., Tobias, C.M., Udvardi, M., Wing, R., Wu, Y., Bartley, L.E., Casler, M.D., Devos, K.M., Lowry, D.B., Rokhsar, D., Grimwood, J., Juenger, T.E., Schmutz, J. 2021. Genomic mechanisms of climate adaptation in polyploid bioenergy switchgrass. Nature Genetics. 590:438-444. https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586-020-03127-1.
Comparing the use of handheld and benchtop NIR spectrometers in predicting nutritional value of forage - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rukundo, I., Danao, M., Mitchell, R., Masterson, S.D., Weller, C. 2021. Comparing the use of handheld and benchtop NIR spectrometers in predicting nutritional value of forage. Applied Engineering in Agriculture. 37(1):171-181. https://doi.org/10.13031/aea.14157.
Effect of scanning samples through polypropylene film on predicting nitrogen content of forage using handheld NIR - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rukundo, I.R., Danao, M.C., Mitchell, R., Masterson, S.D., Wehling, R.L., Weller, C.L. 2020. Effects of scanning through polypropylene film on predicting nitrogen content in forage using handheld NIR. AIMS Agriculture and Food. 5(4):838-849. https://doi.org/10.3934/agrfood.2020.4.835.
Genetic (co)variation and accuracy of selection for resistance to viral mosaic disease and production traits in an inter-ecotypic switchgrass breeding population - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Edme, S.J., Sarath, G., Palmer, N.A., Yuen, G., Muhle, A.A., Mitchell, R., Tatineni, S., Tobias, C.M. 2020. Genetic (co)variation and accuracy of selection for resistance to viral mosaic disease and production traits in an inter-ecotypic switchgrass breeding population. Crop Science. 61(3):1652-1665. https://doi.org/10.1002/csc2.20392.
Strategic switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) production within row cropping systems: Regional soil erosion loss and water runoff impacts - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Wang, E., Cruse, R.M., Sharma-Acharya, B., Herzmann, D.E., Gelder, B.K., James, D.E., Flanagan, D.C., Blanco-Canqui, H., Mitchell, R., Laird, D.A. 2020. Strategic switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) production within row cropping systems: Regional soil erosion loss and water runoff impacts. Global Change Biology Bioenergy. 12:955–967. https://doi.org/10.1111/gcbb.12749.
Geographic variation in the genetic basis of resistance to leaf rust between locally adapted ecotypes of the biofuel crop switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
VanWallendael, A., Bonnete, J., Juenger, T.E., Fritschi, F.B., Fay, P.A., Mitchell, R.B., Lloyd-Reilley, J., Rouquette Jr., F.M., Bergstrom, G.C., Lowry, D.B. 2020. Geographic variation in the genetic basis of resistance to leaf rust between locally adapted ecotypes of the biofuel crop switchgrass (Panicum virgatum). New Phytologist. 227(6):1696-1708. https://doi.org/10.1111/nph.16555.
Transcriptome divergence during leaf development in two contrasting switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) cultivars - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Palmer, N.A., Rekalakunta Venka, C., Muhle, A., Tatineni, S., Yuen, G., Edme, S.J., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2019. Transcriptome divergence during leaf development in two contrasting switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) cultivars. PLoS One. 14(9):e0222080. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0222080.
Management controls the net greenhouse gas outcomes of growing bioenergy feedstocks on marginally productive croplands - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jin, V.L., Schmer, M.R., Stewart, C.E., Mitchell, R., Williams, C.O., Wienhold, B.J., Varvel, G.E., Follett, R.F., Vogel, K.P., Kimble, J. 2019. Management controls the net greenhouse gas outcomes of growing bioenergy feedstocks on marginally productive croplands. Science Advances. 5(12):1-6. https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.aav9318.
Harvest timing and amount affect bioenergy crop water use on marginally-productive cropland - (Abstract Only)
QTL x environment interactions underlie adaptive divergence in switchgrass across a large latitudinal gradient - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lowry, D.B., Lovell, J.T., Zhang, L., Bonnette, J., Fay, P.A., Mitchell, R., Lloyd-Reilley, J., Boe, A.R., Wu, Y., Rouquette, F.M., Wynia, R.L., Weng, X., Behrman, K.D., Healey, A., Barry, K., Lipzen, A., Bauer, D., Sharma, A., Jenkins, J., Schmutz, J., Fritschi, F.B., Juenger, T.E. 2019. QTL x environment interactions underlie adaptive divergence in switchgrass across a large latitudinal gradient. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. 116(26):12933-12941. https://doi.org/10.1073/pnas.1821543116.
Facilitating crop–livestock reintegration in the northern great plains - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kumar, S., Sood, K., Sieverding, H., Thandiwe, N., Bly, A., Wienhold, B.J., Redfearn, D., Archer, D.W., Ussiri, D., Faust, D.R., Landblom, D., Grings, E., Stone, J., Jacquet, J., Pokharel, K.P., Liebig, M.A., Schmer, M.R., Sexton, P., Mitchell, R., Smalley, S., Osborne, S.L., Ali, S., Senturklu, S., Sehgal, S., Owens, V., Jin, V.L. 2019. Facilitating crop–livestock reintegration in the northern great plains. Agriculture, Ecosystems and Environment. 111(5):2141-2156. https://doi.org/10.2134/agronj2018.07.0441.
A two amino acid difference in the coat protein of satellite panicum mosaic virus isolates is responsible for differential synergistic interaction with panicum mosaic virus Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Rekalakunta Venka, C., Palmer, N.A., Edme, S.J., Sarath, G., Kovacs, F., Yuen, G., Mitchell, R., Tatineni, S. 2019. A two amino acid difference in the coat protein of satellite panicum mosaic virus isolates is responsible for differential synergistic interaction with panicum mosaic virus. Molecular Plant-Microbe Interactions. 32:479-490. https://doi.org/10.1094/MPMI-09-18-0247-R.
Development of near infrared reflectance spectroscopy (NIRS) calibrations for traits related to ethanol conversion from genetically variable napiergrass (Pennisetum purpureum Schum.) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Anderson, W.F., Dien, B.S., Masterson, S.D., Mitchell, R. 2018. Development of near infrared reflectance spectroscopy (NIRS) calibrations for traits related to ethanol conversion from genetically variable napiergrass (Pennisetum purpureum Schum.). BioEnergy Research. 12(1):34-42. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-018-9946-8.
Bluestem gall midge annual production cycle and effects on grass seed production - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Raun, E.S., Mitchell, R. 2018. Bluestem gall midge annual production cycle and effects on grass seed production. American Journal of Plant Sciences. 9(10):2077-2085. https://doi.org/10.4236/ajps.2018.910151.
Genomic prediction accuracy for switchgrass traits related to bioenergy within differentiated populations - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Fielder, J.D., Lanzatella, C., Edme, S.J., Palmer, N.A., Sarath, G., Mitchell, R., Tobias, C.M. 2018. Genomic prediction accuracy for switchgrass traits related to bioenergy within differentiated populations. Biomed Central (BMC) Plant Biology. 18:142. doi.org/10.1186/s12870-018-1360-z.
Bioconversion of pelletized big bluestem, switchgrass, and low-diversity grass mixtures into sugars and bioethanol - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dien, B.S., Mitchell, R.B., Bowman, M.J., Jin, V.L., Quarterman, J.C., Schmer, M.R., Singh, V., Slininger, P.J. 2018. Bioconversion of pelletized big bluestem, switchgrass, and low-diversity grass mixtures into sugars and bioethanol. Frontiers in Energy Research. 6:129. https://doi.org/10.3389/fenrg.2018.00129.
Inter-annual precipitation variability decreases switchgrass productivity from arid to mesic environments Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Reichmann, L.G., Collins, H.P., Jin, V.L., Johnson, M.V., Kiniry, J.R., Mitchell, R., Polley, H.W., Fay, P.A. 2018. Inter-annual precipitation variability decreases switchgrass productivity from arid to mesic environments. BioEnergy Research. 11(3):614-622. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12155-018-9922-3.
Does Seeding Rate Effect Establishment-Year Growth and Long-term Forage Yield of Indiangrass? - ()
Booher, H., Mitchell, R., Redfearn, D.D., Schmer, M.R., Johnson, A. 2018. Does Seeding Rate Effect Establishment-Year Growth and Long-term Forage Yield of Indiangrass?. University of Nebraska-Lincoln CropWatch. https://cropwatch.unl.edu/2018/does-seeding-rate-effect-establishment-year-growth-and-long-term-forage-yield-indiangrass.
Biomass yield of warm-season grasses affected by nitrogen and harvest management - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Weerasekara, C.S., Kitchen, N.R., Jose, S., Motavalli, P.P., Bardhan, S., Mitchell, R. 2018. Biomass yield of warm-season grasses affected by nitrogen and harvest management. Agronomy Journal. 110(3):890-899. doi:10.2134/agronj2017.04.0196.
30 years of progress toward increased biomass yield of switchgrass and big bluestem Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Casler, M.D., Vogel, K.P., Lee, D.K., Mitchell, R., Adler, P.R., Sulc, R., Johnson, K., Kallenbach, R., Boe, A., Moore, K. 2018. 30 years of progress toward increased biomass yield of switchgrass and big bluestem. Crop Science. 58:1242–1254.
Microwave pretreatment effects on switchgrass and miscanthus solubilization in subcritical water and hydrolysate utilization for hydrogen production Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Irmak, S., Meryemoglu, B., Sandip, A., Subbiah, J., Sarath, G., Mitchell, R. 2018. Microwave pretreatment effects on switchgrass and miscanthus solubilization in subcritical water and hydrolysate utilization for hydrogen production. Biomass and Bioenergy. 108:48-54 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biombioe.2017.10.039.
Seasonal below-ground metabolism in switchgrass Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Palmer, N.A., Saathoff, A.J., Scully, E.D., Tobias, C.M., Twigg, P., Madhavan, S., Schmer, M.R., Cahoon, R., Sattler, S.E., Edme, S.J., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2017. Seasonal below-ground metabolism in switchgrass. Plant Journal. 92(6):1059-1075. https://doi.org/:10.1111/tpj.13742.
Aligning land use with land potential: The role of integrated agriculture - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Liebig, M.A., Herrick, J.E., Archer, D.W., Dobrowolski, J., Duiker, S.W., Franzluebbers, A.J., Hendrickson, J.R., Mitchell, R., Mohamed, A., Russell, J., Strickland, T.C. 2017. Aligning land use with land potential: The role of integrated agriculture. Agricultural and Environmental Letters. 2:170007.
Field productivities of Switchgrass for conversion to sugars and ethanol - (Abstract Only)
Dien, B.S., Bowman, M.J., Casler, M.D., Mitchell, R., Quarterman, J.C., Vogel, K.P. 2017. Field productivities of Switchgrass for conversion to sugars and ethanol [abstract]. Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals. Paper No. 14-2.
Switchgrass nitrogen response and estimated production costs on diverse sites Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Farris, R.L., Fike, J.H., Hansen, J.L., Heaton, E.A., Mayton, H.S., Mitchell, R., Owens, V.N., Pease, J.W., Viands, D.R. 2017. Switchgrass nitrogen response and estimated production costs on diverse sites. Global Change Biology Bioenergy. https://doi.org/10.1111/gcbb.12444.
Perennial warm-season grasses for producing biofuel and enhancing soil properties: an alternative to corn residue removal Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Blanco-Canqui, H., Mitchell, R., Jin, V.L., Schmer, M.R., Eskridge, K.M. 2017. Perennial warm-season grasses for producing biofuel and enhancing soil properties: an alternative to corn residue removal. Global Change Biology Bioenergy. doi:10.1111/gcbb.12436.
Genetic parameters and prediction of breeding values in switchgrass bred for bioenergy Reprint Icon - ()
Edme, S.J., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2017. Genetic parameters and prediction of breeding values in switchgrass bred for bioenergy. Crop Science. 57:1-11. doi:10.2135/cropsci2016.09.0770.
Corn residue utilization by livestock in the USA - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Brown, R.M., Jin, V.L., Mitchell, R., Redfearn, D.D. 2017. Corn residue utilization by livestock in the USA. Agricultural and Environmental Letters. 2:160043.
Mineral element analyses of switchgrass biomass: comparison of the accuracy and precision of laboratories Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Medill, R., Masterson, S.D., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2017. Mineral element analyses of switchgrass biomass: comparison of the accuracy and precision of laboratories. Agronomy Journal. 109:1-4.
QTL x environment interactions and latitudinal adaptation in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) - (Abstract Only)
Juenger, T., Lowry, D., Reilley, J., Fay, P.A., Bonnette, J., Rouquette, M., Wu, Y., Fritschi, F., Mitchell, R., Boe, A. 2017. QTL x environment interactions and latitudinal adaptation in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum). In: Proceedings of the Plant and Animal Genome ConferenceXXV, January 14-18, 2017, San Diego, California. 2017.
Switchgrass for ethanol and lipid production - (Abstract Only)
Patricia J. Slininger*, Bruce S. Dien, Cletus P. Kurtzman, Bryan R. Moser, Erica L. Bakota, Stephanie R.Thompson, Patricia J. O’Bryan, Michael A. Cotta, Venkatesh Balan, Mingjie Jin, Leonardo D. Sousa, Bruce E. Dale. Process Strategies for High Titers of Lipid Production by Oleaginous Yeasts in Undetoxified Hydrolyzates of Lignocellulosic Biomass. Proceedings of the 2016 AICHE Annual Meeting, Biochemical Conversion Processes in Forest/Plant Biomass Biorefineries Session, Paper # 231i., San Francisco, CA, November 13-18, 2016.
Dedicated energy crops and crop residues for bioenergy feedstocks in the Central and Eastern U.S.A. Reprint Icon - ()
Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R., Anderson, W.F., Jin, V.L., Balkcom, K.S., Kiniry, J.R., Coffin, A.W., White Jr, P.M. 2016. Dedicated energy crops and crop residues for bioenergy feedstocks in the Central and Eastern U.S.A. BioEnergy Research. 9:384-398.
Registration of NE Trailblazer C-1, NE Trailblazer C0, NE Trailblazer C2, NE Trailblazer C3, NE Trailblazer C4, and NE Trailblazer C5 Switchgrass Germplasms Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2016. Registration of NE Trailblazer C-1, NE Trailblazer C0, NE Trailblazer C2, NE Trailblazer C3, NE Trailblazer C4, and NE Trailblazer C5 Switchgrass Germplasms. Journal of Plant Registrations. 10(2):159-165 doi:10.3198/jpr2015.11.0070crg..
Accuracy of genomic prediction in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) improved by accounting for linkage disequilibrium - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Ramstein, G.P., Casler, M.D., Evans, J., Kaeppler, S., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Buell, C. 2016. Accuracy of genomic prediction in switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) improved by accounting for linkage disequilibrium. Genes, Genomes, Genetics 6:1049-1062.
Genomic selection and genome-wide association analyses for bioenergy traits in switchgrass - (Abstract Only)
Dedicated herbaceous biomass feedstock genetics and development - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Anderson, W.F., Sarath, G., Edme, S.J., Casler, M.D., Mitchell, R., Tobias, C.M., Hale, A.L., Sattler, S.E., Knoll, J.E. 2016. Dedicated herbaceous biomass feedstock genetics and development. BioEnergy Research. 9:399-411.
Switchgrass production tool - ()
Jacobs, K., R. Mitchell, C. Hart. 2015. To grow or not to grow: A tool for comparing returns to switchgrass for bioenergy with annual crops and CRP. CenUSA Bioenergy Extension Fact Sheet. Available: http://www.cenusa.iastate.edu/switchgrass-production-tool.
Root biomass and soil carbon response to growing perennial grasses for bioenergy Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kibet, L., Blanco, H., Mitchell, R., Schacht, W. 2016. Root biomass and soil carbon response to growing perennial grasses for bioenergy. Energy, Sustainability and Society. 6(1):1-8 doi:10.1186/s13705-015-0065-5.
N fertilizer and harvest impacts on bioenergy crop contributions to SOC - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Stewart, C.E., Follett, R.F., Pruessner, E.G., Varvel, G.E., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R.B. 2016. N fertilizer and harvest impacts on bioenergy crop contributions to SOC. GCB Bioenergy. doi:10.1111/gcbb.12326.
Life cycle analysis of switchgrass converted via pyrolysis, gasification, and fermentation - (Abstract Only)
Guidelines for growing perennial grasses for biofuel and bioproducts - ()
Mitchell, R.B., and S. Brown. Guidelines for growing perennial grasses for biofuel and bioproducts, eXtension Fact Sheet, CenUSA Bioenergy, Iowa State Univ., Ames IA 2015
Grass invasion into switchgrass managed for biomass energy - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2015. Grass invasion into switchgrass managed for biomass energy. BioEnergy Research. DOI:10.1007/s12155-015-9656-4.
Twelve years of stover removal increases soil erosion potential without impacting yield - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Jin, V.L., Schmer, M.R., Wienhold, B.J., Stewart, C.E., Varvel, G.E., Sindelar, A.J., Follett, R.F., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2015. Twelve years of stover removal increases soil erosion potential without impacting yield. Soil Science Society of America Journal. DOI: 10.2136/SSSAJ2015.02.0053.
Effect of pelletizing herbaceous grasses on chemical composition and conversion properties - (Abstract Only)
Dien, B.S., Mitchell, R.B., Boateng, A.A., Bowman, M.J., Cotta, M.A., Serapiglia, M., Singh, V. 2015. Effect of pelletizing herbaceous grasses on chemical composition and conversion properties [abstract]. Meeting Abstract. poster session 1.
Reducing hypoxia in the Gulf of Mexico – an alternative approach Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Porter, P., Mitchell, R., Moore, K.J. 2015. Reducing hypoxia in the Gulf of Mexico – an alternative approach. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. 70(3):63A-68A. 2015.
Registration of 'Newell' Smooth Bromegrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Waldron, B.L., Haferkamp, M.R., Berdahl, J.D., Erickson, G., Klopfenstein, T. 2014. Registration of 'Newell' Smooth Bromegrass. Journal of Plant Registrations. 9:35-40.
Midwest vision for sustainable fuel production Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Moore, K., Birrell, S., Brown, R., Casler, M.D., Mitchell, R. 2014. Midwest vision for sustainable fuel production. Biofuels. 5:(6)687-702.
Yield and forage value of a dual-purpose bmr-12 sorghum hybrid Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Yerka, M.K., Watson, A., Erickson, G., Pedersen, J.F., Mitchell, R. 2015. Yield and forage value of a dual-purpose bmr-12 sorghum hybrid. Crop Science. 55:681-687. DOI: 10.2135/cropsci2014.06.0437.
Switchgrass for forage and bioenergy - (Proceedings)
Mitchell, R., Anderson, B., Redfearn, D. 2014. Switchgrass for forage and bioenergy. Extension Conference Proceedings. 2014.
Switchgrass response to nitrogen fertilizer across diverse environments in the USA: a regional feedstock partnership report - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Hong, C.O., Owens, V., Bransby, D., Farris, R., Fike, J., Heaton, E., Kim, S., Mayton, H., Mitchell, R., Viands, D. 2014. Switchgrass response to nitrogen fertilizer across diverse environments in the USA: a regional feedstock partnership report. BioEnergy Research. 7:777-788.
Nitrogen and harvest effects on soil properties under rain-fed switchgrass and no-till corn over 9 years: implications for soil quality - (Proceedings)
Stewart, C.E., Follett, R.F., Pruessner, E.G., Varvel, G.E., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2014. Nitrogen and harvest effects on soil properties under rain-fed switchgrass and no-till corn over 9 years: implications for soil quality. Proceedings Great Plains Soil Fertility Conference. 1-4.
Registration of 'liberty' switchgrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G., Casler, M.D. 2014. Registration of 'liberty' switchgrass. Journal of Plant Registrations. 8:242-247. DOI:10.3198/jpr2013.12.0076crc.
Energy potential and greenhouse gas emissions from bioenergy cropping systems on marginally productive cropland Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Varvel, G.E., Follett, R.F., Mitchell, R.B., Jin, V.L. 2014. Energy potential and greenhouse gas emissions from bioenergy cropping systems on marginally productive cropland. PLoS One. 9:e89501. DOI:10.1371/JOURNAL.PONE.0089501 2014.
Micro-mesh fabric pollination bags for switchgrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Switchgrass stand establishment: key factors for success - ()
Mitchell, R., Harlow, S. 2013. Switchgrass stand establishment: key factors for success, Fact Sheet No. 4, CenUSA Bioenergy, Iowa State Univ., Ames, IA. (www.cenusa.iastate.edu). 2013 (Extension Circular).
Senescence, dormancy and tillering in perennial C4 grasses Reprint Icon - ()
Sarath, G., Baird, L., Mitchell, R. 2014. Senescence, dormancy and tillering in perennial C4 grasses. Plant Science. 217-218C (2014):140-151.
Switchgrass for biomass energy - (Proceedings)
Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R. 2014. Switchgrass for biomass energy. Nebraska Crop Protection Clinic Proceedings, University of Nebraska. 13-16. 2014.
Establishing and managing perennial grasses for bioenergy - (Proceedings)
Mitchell, R.B. Establishing and managing perennial grasses for bioenergy, Proc. 25th Annual Integrated Crop Management Conference, Iowa State University, pp. 49-51. 2013.
Nitrogen and harvest effects on soil properties under rain-fed switchgrass and no-till corn over 9 years: Implications for soil quality Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Stewart, C.E., Follett, R.F., Pruessner, E.G., Varvel, G.E., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2015. Nitrogen and harvest treatment effects on soil properties under non-irrigated switchgrass and maize after 9 years: implications for soil quality . Global Change Biology Bioenergy. 7,288-301. DOI:10.1111/gcbb.12142.
Nitrogen and harvest effects on soil properties under rain-fed switchgrass and no-till corn over 9 years: implications for soil quality - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Bioenergy feedstock development scenarios & potential impacts on regional groundwater withdrawals Reprint Icon - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uden, D., Allen, C., Mitchell, R., Guan, Q., Mccoy, T. 2013. Bioenergy feedstock development scenarios & potential impacts on regional groundwater withdrawals. Journal of Soil and Water Conservation. 68:124-128.
Establishing and managing perennial grass energy crop demonstration plots - ()
Mitchell, R., Volenec, J., Porter, P. 2013. Establishing and managing perennial grass energy crop demonstration plots. Extension Fact Sheets. http://www.cenusa.iastate.edu.
Conversion of switchgrass to ethanol using dilute ammonium hydroxide pretreatment: influence of ecotype and harvest maturity - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dien, B.S., O'Bryan, P.J., Hector, R.E., Iten, L.B., Mitchell, R.B., Qureshi, N., Sarath, G., Vogel, K.P., Cotta, M.A. 2013. Conversion of switchgrass to ethanol using dilute ammonium hydroxide pretreatment: influence of ecotype and harvest maturity. Environmental Technology. 34(13-14):1837-1848.
The feasibility of producing adequate feedstock for year–round cellulosic ethanol production in an intensive agricultural fuelshed - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Uden, D.R., Mitchell, R., Allen, C.R., Mccoy, T., Guan, Q. 2013. The feasibility of producing adequate feedstock for year–round cellulosic ethanol production in an intensive agricultural fuelshed. BioEnergy Research. doi 10.1007/s12155-013-9311-x.
Switchgrass biomass composition altered by six generations of divergent breeding for digestibility - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G., Jung, H.G., Dien, B.S., Casler, M.D. 2013. Switchgrass biomass composition altered by six generations of divergent breeding for digestibility. Crop Science. 53:853-862. DOI 10.2135/cropsci2012.09.0542
Chemistry and microbial functional diversity differences in biofuel crop and grassland soils in multiple geographies - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Watrud, L., Reichman, J., Bollman, M., Smith, B., Lee, E., Jastrow, J., Casler, M.D., Collins, H.P., Fransen, S., Mitchell, R., Owens, V.N., Bean, B., Rooney, W.L., Tyler, D.D., King, G.A. 2012. Chemistry and microbial functional diversity differences in biofuel crop and grassland soils in multiple geographies. BioEnergy Research. 6(2):601-619.
Predicting the field establishment of perennial grass feedstocks: progress made and challenges ahead - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G. 2012. Predicting the field establishment of perennial grass feedstocks: progress made and challenges ahead. Biofuels. 3:653-656.
Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) for biofuel production - ()
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Schmer, M.R. 2012. Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum) for biofuel production. Extension Publications. http://www.extension.org/pages/26635/switchgrass-panicum-virgatum-for-biofuel-production.
Insect resistance of a full sib family of tetraploid switchgrass with varying lignin levels - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dowd, P.F., Sarath, G., Mitchell, R., Saathoff, A.J., Vogel, K.P. 2013. Insect resistance of a full sib family of tetraploid switchgrass Panicum virgatum L. with varying lignin levels. Genetic Resources and Crop Evolution. 60(1):975-984.
Corn residue removal effects on subsequent yield - ()
Wienhold, B.J., Varvel, G.E., Jin, V.L., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2012. Corn residue removal effects on subsequent yield. 2013 Beef Cattle Report. MP98. Lincoln, NE: University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension. p. 40-41.
Screening alfalfa, reed canarygrass, and switchgrass cultivars for ethanol yield by treating with dilute-acid followed by simultaneous saccharification and fermentation - (Abstract Only)
Grand challenges for crop science - ()
Lauer, J.G., Gala Bijl, C., Grusak, M.A., Baenziger, P.S., Boote, K., Lingle, S., Carter, T., Kaeppler, S., Boerma, R., Eizenga, G., Carter, P., Goodman, M., Nafziger, E., Kidwell, K., Mitchell, R., Edgerton, M.D., Quesenberry, K., Wilcox, M.C. 2012. Grand challenges for crop science. CSA News. 57:4-12.
Soil carbon sequestration by switchgrass and no-till maize grown for bioenergy - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Follett, R.F., Varvel, G.E., Mitchell, R., Kimble, J. 2012. Soil carbon sequestration by switchgrass and no-till maize grown for bioenergy. BioEnergy Research. DOI 10.1007/s12155-012-9198-y.
Switchgrass: a productive, profitable, and sustainable biofuel feedstock - ()
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2012. Switchgrass: a productive, profitable, and sustainable biofuel feedstock. Biofuels International Magazine. Horseshoe Media Ltd., Surrey, UK. 6(2):58-59.
Stand establishment and persistence of perennial cool-season grasses in the Intermountain West and Central and Northern Great Plains - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Robins, J.G., Jensen, K.B., Jones, T.A., Waldron, B.L., Peel, M., Rigby, C.W., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Palazzo, A.J., Cary, T.J. 2013. Stand establishment and persistence of perennial cool-season grasses in the Intermountain West and Central and Northern Great Plains. Rangeland Ecology and Management. 66:181-190.
Switchgrass harvest and storage - ()
Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R. 2012. Switchgrass harvest and storage. In A. Monti (ed.) Switchgrass: A valuable biomass crop for energy (Green Energy and Technology). pp. 113-127.
The scientific grand challenges of the 21st century for the Crop Science Society of America - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lauer, J., Gala Bijl, C., Grusak, M.A., Baenziger, S., Boote, K., Lingle, S.E., Carter Jr, T.E., Kaeppler, S., Boerma, R., Eizenga, G.C., Carter, P., Goodman, M., Nafziger, E., Kidwell, K., Mitchell, R., Edgerton, M.D., Quesenberry, K., Wilcox, M.C. 2012. The scientific grand challenges of the 21st century for the Crop Science Society of America. Crop Science. 52:1003-1010.
Germination and emergence tests for predicting switchgrass field establishment - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2012. Germination and emergence tests for predicting switchgrass field establishment. Agronomy Journal. 104:458-465.
Understanding variation in switchgrass biomass composition - ()
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Casler, M.D. 2012. Understanding variation in switchgrass biomass composition. CSA News. March 2012. Pg. 14.
The feasibility of switchgrass for biofuel production - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Uden, D.R. 2012. The feasibility of switchgrass for biofuel production. Biofuels Journal. 3:47-59.
Lessons learned in six generations of divergent breeding for IVDMD in switchgrass - (Abstract Only)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2011. Lessons learned in six generations of divergent breeding for IVDMD in switchgrass. Abstract # 220-10. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts.
A model for deploying switchgrass for bioenergy in an intensive agricultural landscape - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2011. A model for deploying switchgrass for bioenergy in an intensive agricultural landscape. Abstract #57-6. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts.
Temporal and spatial variation in switchgrass biomass composition and theoretical ethanol yield - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Casler, M.D. 2012. Temporal and spatial variation in switchgrass biomass composition and theoretical ethanol yield. Agronomy Journal. 104:54-64.
Ethanol yields and cell wall properties in divergently bred switchgrass genotypes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sarath, G., Dien, B.S., Saathoff, A.J., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Chen, H. 2011. Ethanol yields and cell wall properties in divergently bred switchgrass genotypes. Bioresource Technology. 102:9579-9585.
Field emissions of greenhouse gases from contrasting biofuel feedstock production systems under different N fertilization rates - (Abstract Only)
Jin, V.L., Varvel, G.E., Wienhold, B.J., Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2011. Field emissions of greenhouse gases from contrasting biofuel feedstock production systems under different N fertilization rates. Abstract #135-5. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Abstract #135-5.
Temporal and spatial variation in switchgrass biomass composition and theoretical ethanol recovery - (Abstract Only)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Casler, M.D. 2011. Temporal and spatial variation in switchgrass biomass composition and theoretical ethanol recovery [abstract]. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. Abstract No. 64434. Available: http://a-c-s.confex.com/crops/2011am/webprogram/Paper64434.html.
Herbaceous Perennials: Placement, benefits and incorporation challenges in diversified landscapes - ()
Mitchell, R., Owens, V., Gutterson, N., Richard Jr, E.P., Barney, J. 2011. Herbaceous Perennials: Placement, benefits and incorporation challenges in diversified landscapes. Sustainable Feedstocks for Advanced Biofuels. 6:84-98.
Field-scale soil property changes under switchgrass managed for bioenergy - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Liebig, M.A., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2011. Field-scale soil property changes under switchgrass managed for bioenergy. Global Change Biology Bioenergy. 3: 439-448.
Characterization of the Arthropod Community Associated with Switchgrass (Poales: Poaceae) in Nebraska - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schaeffer, S., Baxendale, F., Heng-Moss, T., Sitz, R., Sarath, G., Mitchell, R., Shearman, R. 2011. Characterization of the Arthropod Community Associated with Switchgrass (Poales: Poaceae) in Nebraska. Journal of Kansas Entomological Society. 84: 87-104.
Potential Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Two Switchgrass Cultivars under Different N Fertilization Rates - (Abstract Only)
Jin, V.L., Varvel, G.E., Wienhold, B.J., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2010. Potential Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Two Switchgrass Cultivars under Different N Fertilization Rates. Abstract #338-2. ASA-CSSA-SSA Annual Meeting Abstracts (CDROM), 1-3 Nov., 2010, Long Beach, CA.
Bioenergy Research and Strategic Planning: The Need for both Proactive and Reactive research - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2010. Bioenergy Research and Strategic Planning: The Need for both Proactive and Reactive research. Abstract #277-2. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts (CDROM), 1-3 Nov., 2010, Long Beach, CA.
Determining switchgrass biomass supplies for cellulosic biorefineries - ()
Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Schacht, L.C., Marx, D.B. 2010. Determining switchgrass biomass supplies for cellulosic biorefineries. Natural Resources Research Update (NRRU). Vol. 2, page 1.
Switchgrass leaf area index and light extinction coefficients - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kiniry, J.R., Johnson, M., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Kaiser, J., Bruckerhoff, S.B., Cordsiemon, R.L. 2011. Switchgrass leaf area index and light extinction coefficients. Agronomy Journal. 103(1):119-122.
Estimating ethanol yield from switchgrass strains using NIRS - (Abstract Only)
Vogel, K.P., Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Casler, M.D., Masterson, S.D., Mitchell, R. 2010. Estimating ethanol yield from switchgrass strains using NIRS. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts, 1-3 Nov. 2010, Long Beach, CA. 2010. CDROM Abstract #278-5.
Potential for using the ARS switchgrass bioenergy NIRS calibrations on C4 tropical grasses - (Abstract Only)
Miranda, C., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2010. Potential for using the ARS switchgrass bioenergy NIRS calibrations on C4 tropical grasses. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts, 1-3 Nov. 2010, Long Beach, CA. CDROM Abstract #56-38.
Sustainable Production of Switchgrass for Biomass Energy - (Proceedings)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G. 2010. Sustainable Production of Switchgrass for Biomass Energy. Meeting Proceedings for International Conference on Biofuel Crop Production and Development, August 23-25, 2010, Zamorano University, Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
Quantifying actual and theoretical ethanol yields for switchgrass strains using NIRS analyses - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Casler, M.D., Masterson, S.D., Mitchell, R. 2011. Quantifying actual and theoretical ethanol yields for switchgrass strains using NIRS analyses. BioEnergy Research. 4(2):96-110. DOI: 10.1007/s12155-010-9104-4.
Measurement of steroidal saponins in Panicum and Brachiaria grasses in the USA and Brazil - ()
Lee, S.T., Mitchell, R., Gardner, D.R., Tokarnia, C.H., Riet-Correa, F. 2011. Measurement of steroidal saponins in Panicum and Brachiaria grasses in the USA and Brazil. In: Riet-Correa, F., Pfister, J., Schild, A.L., Wierenga, T., editors. Poisoning by Plants, Mycotoxins, and Related Toxins. Cambridge,MA. CAB International. 20:142-4.
Switchgrass affects on soil property changes in the Great Plains - (Abstract Only)
Schmer, M.R., Liebig, M.A., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2010. Switchgrass affects on soil property changes in the Great Plains. Abstract #56-8. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts (CDROM), 1-3 Nov. 2010, Long Beach, CA.
Switchgrass - ()
Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G., Saathoff, A.J., Mitchell, R.B. 2011. Switchgrass. Book Chapter. In: Energy Crops, Nigel Halford and Angela Karp (eds.). The Royal Society of Chemistry, Cambridge, UK. P. 341-380. ISBN: 978-1-84973-032-7.
Grasslands, Rangelands, and Agricultural Systems - ()
Mitchell, R.B., L.L. Wallace, W. Wilhelm, G. Varvel, and B. Wienhold. Grasslands, Rangelands, and Agricultural Systems, Biofuels and Sustainability Reports, Ecological Society of America. 2010.
HERBICIDES FOR ESTABLISHING SWITCHGRASS IN THE CENTRAL AND NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R.B., Vogel, K.P., Berdahl, J.D., Masters, R.A. 2010. HERBICIDES FOR ESTABLISHING SWITCHGRASS IN THE CENTRAL AND NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS. Bioenergy Research. (Online)
Practices for Reliably Establishing Warm-season Grasses - ()
Mitchell, R.B., Vogel, K.P. Practices for Reliably Establishing Warm-season Grasses. Forage Focus, March Issue pages 7 and 10. Midwest Forage Association, St. Paul, MN. 2010 (Popular article)
Developing Switchgrass for Biofuels - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2010. Developing Switchgrass for Biofuels. Proceedings of Southern Weed Science Society. Abstract presented at 63rd Annual Meeting of the Southern Weed Science Society, Little Rock, AR, January 25-27, 2010.
Switchgrass - ()
Mitchell, R.B, Vogel, K.P., Schmer, M.R., and Pennington, D. Switchgrass for biofuel production. Sustainable Ag Energy Community of Practice, eXtension. (http://extension.org/pages/Switchgrass_for_Biofuel_Production). 2010.
Efficient Methods of Estimating Switchgrass Biomass Supplies - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Schacht, W.H., Marx, D.B. 2010. Efficient Methods of Estimating Switchgrass Biomass Supplies. BioEnergy Research. 3(3):243-250.
Registration of 'Homestead' Canada Wildrye - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R.B., Baltensperger, D.D., Johnson, K.D., Carlson, I.T. 2010. Registration of 'Homestead' Canada Wildrye. Journal of Crop Registrations. 4:123-126.
Registration of ‘Warrior’, ‘Scout’, and ‘Chief’ Indiangrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R.B., Gorz, H.J., Haskins, F.A., Newell, L.C., Klopfenstein, T.J., Erickson, G., Anderson, B.E. 2010. Registration of ‘Warrior’, ‘Scout’, and ‘Chief’ Indiangrass. Journal of Crop Registrations. 4:115-122.
Switchgrass - ()
Casler, M.D., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2012. Switchgrass. In: Kole, C., Joshi, C.P., and Shonnard, D.R., editors. Handbook of Bioenergy Crop Plants. Boca Raton, FL: CRC Press, Taylor and Francis Group. p. 563-590.
Forage Quality and Grazing Performance of Beef Cattle Grazing Brown Mid-rib Grain Sorghum Residue - (Abstract Only)
Watson, A.K., Geis, J.R., Griffin, W.A., Erickson, G.E., Klopfenstein, T.J., Mitchell, R., Pedersen, J.F. 2010. Forage Quality and Grazing Performance of Beef Cattle Grazing Brown Mid-rib Grain Sorghum Residue. Abstract. Midwest Animal Science Meeting, March 15-17, 2010, Des Mones, IA.
Spatial and Temporal Effects on Switchgrass Stands and Yield in the Great Plains - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Schacht, W.H., Marx, D.A. 2010. Spatial and Temporal Effects on Switchgrass Stands and Yield in the Great Plains. BioEnergy Research. 3:159–171.
Agronomic Considerations for Simulating Switchgrass for Biomass Energy - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2009. Agronomic Considerations for Simulating Switchgrass for Biomass Energy. In 5th International SWAT Conference Abstracts, August 5-7, 2009.
Effects of Harvest Date and Bale Format on Switchgrass Biomass Loss During Storage - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Schmer, M.R. 2009. Effects of Harvest Date and Bale Format on Switchgrass Biomass Loss During Storage. Abstract 164-15 in ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts (CDROM), 1-5 November, 2009, Pittsburg, PA.
Sustainability of Switchgrass Cropping Systems - (Abstract Only)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R.B. 2009. Sustainability of Switchgrass Cropping Systems. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts (CDROM), 1-5 November, 2009, Pittsburgh, PA.
Sustainability of Switchgrass for Cellulosic Ethanol: Evaluating Net Energy, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and Feedstocks Costs - (Proceedings)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Liebig, M.A., Perrin, R.K. Sustainability of Switchgrass for Cellulosic Ethanol: Evaluating Net Energy, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and Feedstocks Costs. Symposium Proceedings.
Simulating Switchgrass Growth and Development Under Potential and Water-limiting Conditions - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Grassini, P., Hunt, E., Mitchell, R., Weiss, A. Simulating Switchgrass Growth and Development Under Potential and Water-limiting Conditions. Agronomy Journal 101:564-571. 2009.
Impact of Divergent Selection on the Abundance and Activities of Lignin Biosynthetic Enzymes in Switchgrass, and Characterization of Recombinant Switchgrass CAD and COMT Proteins - (Abstract Only)
Saathoff, A.J., Palmer, N.A., Tobias, C.M., Twigg, P., Sattler, S.E., Haas, E.J., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G. 2009. Impact of Divergent Selection on the Abundance and Activities of Lignin Biosynthetic Enzymes in Switchgrass, and Characterization of Recombinant Switchgrass CAD and COMT Proteins. p. 47 Abstracts 31st Symposium on Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals, Soc. for Industrial Microbiology. May 3-6, 2009, San Francisco, CA.
Isolation, Characterization, and Quantification of Steroidal Saponins in Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Lee, S.T., Mitchell, R., Wang, Z., Heiss, C., Gardner, D.R., Azadi, P. 2009. Isolation, Characterization, and Quantification of Steroidal Saponins in Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.). Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry. 57(6):2599-2604. DOI: 10.1021/jf803907y
Switchgrass, Big Bluestem, and Indiangrass for Grazing and Hay - ()
Mitchell, R., Anderson, B. 2008. Switchgrass, Big Bluestem, and Indiangrass for Grazing and Hay. Univ. of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension, IANR NebGuide G1908. 2008. (Extension Circular) ARIS Log 233883
Grasses and Legumes for Cellulosic Bioenergy - ()
Casler, M.D., Heaton, E., Shinners, K.J., Jung, H.G., Weimer, P.J., Liebig, M.A., Mitchell, R., Digman, M.F. 2009. Grasses and Legumes for Cellulosic Bioenergy. In: Wedin, W.F. and Fales, S.L., editors. Grassland: Quietness and Strength for a New American Agriculture. Madison, Wisconsin: ASA-CSSS-SSSA. p. 205-219.
Switchgrass biomass simulation at diverse sites in the northern Great Plains of the U.S. - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Kiniry, J.R., Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2008. Switchgrass biomass simulation at diverse sites in the northern Great Plains of the U.S. BioEnergy Research. 1(3-4):259-264.
Soil Carbon Storage by Switchgrass Grown for Bioenergy - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Liebig, M.A., Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2008. Soil Carbon Storage by Switchgrass Grown for Bioenergy. BioEnergy Research. 1:215-222.
Managing and enhancing switchgrass as a bioenergy feedstock - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R.B., Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G. 2008. Managing and enhancing switchgrass as a bioenergy feedstock. Biofuels, Bioproducts, & Biorefining. 2:530-539. Log 221508.
Aged Switchgrass Seed Lot’s Response to Dormancy-breaking Chemicals - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sarath, G., Mitchell, R. 2008. Aged Switchgrass Seed Lot’s Response to Dormancy-breaking Chemicals. Seed Technology Journal 30:7-16.
Biofuels, Bioenergy, and bioproducts from sustainable agricultural and forest crops - (Proceedings)
Zalesny, R.S., Jr., R.B. Mitchell, and J. Richardson (eds.). Biofuels, bioenergy, and bioproducts from sustainable agricultural and forest crops: proceedings of the Short-rotation Crops International Conference. Gen. Tech. Rep. NRS-P-31. Newtown Square, PA: USDA Forest Service, Northern Research Station. 76 p. 2008. (Government Publication)
Heterois in Switchgrass: Biomass Yield in Swards - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2008. Heterois in Switchgrass: Biomass Yield in Swards. Crop Science 48:2159-2164.
Development of Switchgrass Into a Biomass Energy Crop - (Proceedings)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2008. Development of Switchgrass Into a Biomass Energy Crop. p. 64. In: R.S. Zalesny, Jr., R. Mitchell, and J. Richardson (eds.). Proceedings of the Short Rotation Crops International Conference, Bloomington, Minnesota, August 19-21. http://www.cinram.umn.edu/srwc/
Biomass production from native warm-season grass monocultures and polycultures managed for bioenergy - (Proceedings)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2008. Biomass production from native warm-season grass monocultures and polycultures managed for bioenergy. p. 38. In: R.S. Zalesny, Jr., R. Mitchell, and J. Richardson (eds.). Proceedings of the Short Rotation Crops International Conference, Bloomington, Minnesota, August 19-21. http://www.cinram.umn.edu/srwc/
Energy crops for ethanol: a processing perspective - (Proceedings)
Dien, B.S., Sarath, G., Pedersen, J.F., Vogel, K.P., Jung, H.G., Sattler, S.E., Casler, M.D., Mitchell, R., Cotta, M.A. 2008. Energy crops for ethanol: a processing perspective. In: Proceedings of the 5th International Crops Science Congress, April 13-18, 2008, Jeju Island, Korea. p. 1-5.
Switchgrass Cost of Production: Data from On-Farm Trials - ()
Perrin, R.K., Vogel, K.P., Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R. 2008. Switchgrass Cost of Production: Data from On-Farm Trials. Department of Agricultural Communications Report No. 184. Lincoln, NE. Available online at: http://digitalcommons.unl.edu/ageconfacpub/37/ (ARIS #224597; published 3/30/08).
Farm-scale Production Cost of Switchgrass for Biomass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Perrin, R., Vogel, K.P., Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R. 2008. Farm-scale Production Cost of Switchgrass for Biomass. BioEnergy Research 1:91-97 (also available online at http://www.springerlink.com/content/f85977006m871205/ ; ARIS 196897).
Cell wall composition and accessibility to hydrolytic enzymes is differentially altered in divergently bred switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) genotypes - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sarath, G., Akin, D.E., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2008. Cell wall composition and accessibility to hydrolytic enzymes is differentially altered in divergently bred switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.) genotypes. Applied Biochemistry and Biotechnology. 2008 Jul; 150: 1-14.
Opportunities and roadblocks in utilizing forages and small grains for liquid fuels - ()
Sarath, G., Mitchell, R., Sattler, S.E., Funnell-Harris, D.L., Pedersen, J.F., Graybosch, R.A., Vogel, K.P. 2008. Opportunities and roadblocks in utilizing forages and small grains for liquid fuels. Journal of Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology 35: 343-354.
Net Energy of Cellulosic Ethanol from Switchgrass - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Perrin, R.K. 2008. Net Energy of Cellulosic Ethanol from Switchgrass. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. 105: 464-469.
A PHYSIOLOGICAL BASIS FOR CONTROLLING LEAFY SPURGE ON NEBRASKA RANGELAND - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Moffet, C.A., Sosebee, R. 2007. A physiological basis for controlling leafy spurge on nebraska rangeland. Rangelands 29(6): 12-14.
Forage quality and grazing performance of beef cattle grazing brown mid-rib grain sorghum residue - (Abstract Only)
Schwarz, A.K., Godsey, C.M., Luebbe, M.K., Erickson, G.E., Klopfenstein, T.J., Mitchell, R., Pedersen, J.F. 2008. Forage quality and grazing performance of beef cattle grazing brown mid-rib grain sorghum residue. American Society of Animal Science Midwest Section/American Dairy Science Association Midwest Branch Abstract 288 pg. 92, March 17-19, 2008, Des Moines, IA.
Developing herbaceous energy crops as feedstocks for biofuel production - (Proceedings)
Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Vogel, K.P., Casler, M.D., Lamb, J.F., Iten, L.B., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2007. Developing herbaceous energy crops as feedstocks for biofuel production. In: Proceedings of the UJNR Food and Agricultural Panel, October 21-25, 2007, Tsukuba, Japan. p. 137-140.
Evaluation of leadplant (Amorpha canescens) germplasm collected from prairies in the Midwest USA - (Abstract Only)
Schuler, C., Vogel, K.P., Baltensperger, D., Sarath, G., Mitchell, R. 2007. Evaluation of leadplant (Amorpha canescens) germplasm collected from prairies in the Midwest USA. In Annual Meeting Abstracts [CD-ROM] No. 278-10. Agronomy Society of America, Crop Science Society of America, Soil Science Society of America Meeting. Madison, WI.
Soil carbon change under switchgrass in the northern Great Plains - (Abstract Only)
Liebig, M.A., Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2007. Soil carbon change under switchgrass in the northern Great Plains. IN: ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts (CDROM), 4-8 November 2007. New Orleans, LA. ASA-CSSA-SSSA, Madison, WI.
Forage Quality and Grazing Performance of Beef Cattle Grazing Brown Mid-rib Grain Sorghum Residue - ()
Schwarz, A.K., Godsey, C.M., Luebbe, M.K., Erickson, G.E., Klopfenstein, T.J., Mitchell, R., Pedersen, J.F. 2007. Forage Quality and Grazing Performance of Beef Cattle Grazing Brown Mid-rib Grain Sorghum Residue. Nebraska Beef Reports, Pg. 35-35. University of Nebraska Extension MP91.
Managing Grasslands with Fire: Potential Benefits to Livestock Producers - (Proceedings)
Mitchell, R., Larsen, D. 2007. Managing Grasslands with Fire: Potential Benefits to Livestock Producers. Symposium Proceedings 2007 Nebraska Grazing Conference P. 72-75, 2007.
Comparison of corn and switchgrass on marginal soils for bioenergy - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Varvel, G.E., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Follett, R.F., Kimble, J.M. 2008. Comparison of corn and switchgrass on marginal soils for bioenergy. Biomass and Bioenergy 32:18-21.
Conducting a Prescribed Burn and Prescribed Burning Checklist - ()
Volesky, J., Stubbendieck, J., Mitchell, R. 2007. Conducting a Prescribed Burn and Prescribed Burning Checklist. Extension Circular. University of Nebraska Cooperative Extension Service ED121, 15 pp. 2007.
ABA, ROS and NO are key players during switchgrass seed germination - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sarath, G., Hou, G., Baird, L.M., Mitchell, R. 2007. Aba, ros and no are key players during switchgrass seed germination. Plant Signaling and Behavior. 2: 492-493.
Biomass-bioenergy crops in the United States: A changing paradigm - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Johnson, J.M., Coleman, M.D., Gesch, R.W., Jaradat, A.A., Mitchell, R., Reicosky, D.C., Wilhelm, W.W. 2007. Biomass-bioenergy crops in the United States: A changing paradigm. The Americas Journal of Plant Science and Biotechnology. 1(1):1-28.
REACTIVE OXYGEN SPECIES, ABA AND NITRIC OXIDE INTERACTIONS ON THE GERMINATION OF WARM-SEASON C4-GRASSES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sarath, G., Mitchell, R., Hou, G., Baird, L.M. 2007. Reactive oxygen species, aba and nitric oxide interactions on the germination of warm-season c4-grasses. Planta Vol 226: 697-708.
SOLID STATE FERMENTATION OF SORGHUM HYBRIDS VARYING IN EXTRACTABLE SUGARS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Philipp, D., Moore, K.J., Pedersen, J.F., Grant, R.J., Redfearn, D.D., Mitchell, R. 2007. Solid state fermentation of sorghum hybrids varying in extractable sugars. Biomass and Bioenergy 31:492-496.
Energy balance of switchgrass grown for cellulosic ethanol in the Northern Great Plains, USA - (Abstract Only)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Perrin, R.K. 2007. Energy balance of switchgrass grown for cellulosic ethanol in the Northern Great Plains, USA. 23rd American Chemical Society Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL. March 27, 2007.
FORAGE ENERGY CROPS AS FEEDSTOCKS FOR PRODUCTION OF FUEL ETHANOL - (Abstract Only)
Cotta, M.A., Dien, B.S., Iten, L.B., Jung, H.G., Lamb, J.F., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G., Casler, M.D., Weimer, P.J. 2006. Forage energy crops as feedstocks for production of fuel ethanol [abstract]. Biocatalysis and Bioenergy. p. 21.
Characterization of Testing Locations for Developing Cool-Season Grass Species - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Robins, J.G., Waldron, B.L., Vogel, K.P., Berdhal, J.D., Haferkamp, M.R., Jensen, K.B., Jones, T.A., Mitchell, R., Kindiger, B.K. 2007. Characterization of Testing Locations for Developing Cool-Season Grass Species. Crop Science 47:1004-1012.
Internode structure and cell wall composition in maturing tillers of switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L) - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sarath, G., Baird, L.M., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2007. Internode structure and cell wall composition in maturing tillers of switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L). Bioresource Technology. V98: 2985-2992.
DEVELOPING AND EVALUATING GRASSES FOR GRAZING - (Abstract Only)
Vogel, K. and R. Mitchell. 2006. Breeding Grasses for Improved Beef Cattle Income per Acre. p118-129. Proceedings Sixth Annual Nebraska Grazing Conference, Kearney, Nebraska. August7-8. Center for Grassland Studies, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE.
ESSENTIAL AGRONOMIC PRACTICES FOR MANAGING SWITCHGRASS FOR BIOENERGY - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G., Schmer, M.R. 2006. Essential agronomic practices for managing switchgrass for bioenergy. In Annual Meeting Abstracts [CD-ROM]. ASA, CSSA, SSA. Madison, WI.
SWITCHGRASS MANAGEMENT EFFECTS ON FEEDSTOCK COSTS IN THE NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS - (Abstract Only)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Perrin, R.K. 2006. Switchgrass management effects on feedstock costs in the northern great plains. In Annual Meeting Abstracts[CD-ROM]. ASA, CSSA, SSA. Madison, WI.
REGISTRATION OF 'BONANZA' BIG BLUESTEM - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Klopfenstein, T.J., Anderson, B.E. 2006. Registration of 'Bonanza' big bluestem. Crop Science 46:2313-2314.
REGISTRATION OF 'GOLDMINE' BIG BLUESTEM - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Klopfenstein, T.J., Anderson, B.E. 2006. Registration of 'Goldmine' big bluestem. Crop Science 46:2314-2315.
Weed Management - ()
Masters, R.A., Mitchell, R. 2007. Weed Management. Book Chapter. Forages : The Science of Grassland Agriculture, 6th Edition, Chapter 26, pp. 395-409.
DEVELOPMENT OF FORAGE CROPS AS FEEDSTOCKS FOR PRODUCTION OF FUEL ETHANOL - (Abstract Only)
Cotta, M.A., Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Vogel, K.P., Casler, M.D., Lamb, J.F., Weimer, P.J., Iten, L.B., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2006. Development of forage crops as feedstocks for production of fuel ethanol [abstract]. International Conference on Bioenergy. p. I-5.
SWITCHGRASS FOR BIOMASS: COMMERCIAL-SCALE PRODUCTION COSTS IN THE NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS - (Abstract Only)
Perrin, R.K., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R. 2006. Switchgrass for Biomass: Commercial-Scale Production Costs in the Northern Great Plains. Program and Abstracts, 8th Symposium on Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals. Nashville, TN. p.55
SWITCHGRASS FOR BIOMASS: FARM SCALE PRODUCTION PRACTICES AFFECT FEEDSTOCK COSTS AND QUANTITIES IN THE NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS - (Abstract Only)
Vogel, K.P., Perrin, R.K., Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R. 2006. Switchgrass for Biomass: Farm scale production practices affect feedstock costs and quantities in the Northern Great Plains. Program and Abstracts, 8th Symposium on Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals. Nashville, TN. p.56
CERTIFIED GRASS VARIETIES RECOMMENDED FOR NEBRASKA - ()
Anderson, B., Kucera, M., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2006. Certified grass varieties recommended for Nebraska. Nebraska Cooperative Extension Circular EC 90-120.
CERTIFIED GRASS VARIETIES RECOMMENDED FOR NEBRASKA - ()
Anderson, B., Kucera, M., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2006. Certified grass varieties recommended for Nebraska. USDA NRCS Technical Guide Notice 568 - Pastureland and Hayland Interpretations - Certified Perennial Grass Varieties Recommended for Nebraska p. 42-51.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND RESPONSE TO DILUTE-ACID PRETREATMENT AND ENZYMATIC SACCHARIFICATION OF ALFALFA, REED CANARYGRASS, AND SWITCHGRASS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Dien, B.S., Jung, H.G., Vogel, K.P., Casler, M.D., Lamb, J.F., Iten, L.B., Mitchell, R., Sarath, G. 2006. Chemical composition and response to dilute-acid pretreatment and enzymatic saccharification of alfalfa, reed canarygrass, and switchgrass. Biomass and Bioenergy. 30:880-891.
NITRIC OXIDE ACCELERATES SEED GERMINATION IN WARM-SEASON GRASSES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Sarath, G., Bethke, P.C., Jones, R., Baird, L.M., Guichuan, H., Mitchell, R. 2006. Nitric oxide accelerates seed germination in warm-season grasses. Planta (2006) 223:1154-1164
ESTABLISHMENT STAND THRESHOLDS FOR SWITCHGRASS GROWN AS A BIOENERGY CROP - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Moser, L.E., Eskridge, K.M. 2006. Establishment stand thresholds for switchgrass grown as a bioenergy crop. Crop Science 46:157-161.
ANALYSIS OF EXPRESSED SEQUENCE TAGS AND THE IDENTIFICATION OF ASSOCIATED SHORT TANDEM REPEATS IN SWITCHGRASS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Tobias, C.M., Twigg, P., Hayden, D.M., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Lazo, G.R., Chow, E.K., Sarath, G. 2005. Analysis of expressed sequence tags and the identification of associated short tandem repeats in switchgrass. Theoretical and Applied Genetics. 111: 956-964.
GRAZING EVALUATION OF BIG BLUESTEMS BRED FOR IMPROVED FORAGE YIELD AND DIGESTIBILITY - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Klopfenstein, T., Anderson, B., Masters, R.A. 2005. Grazing evaluation of big bluestems bred for improved forage yield and digestibility. Crop Sci.45;2288-2292.
Quails on the High Plains - ()
Dabbert, C., Lucia, D.R., Mitchell, R. 2007. Quails on the High Plains. Book Chapter. Texas Quails : Ecology and Management Chapter 13 - pp. 233-247.
FIRE AND GRAZING EFFECTS ON WIND EROSION, SOIL WATER CONTENT, AND SOIL TEMPERATURE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vermeire, L.T., Wester, D.B., Mitchell, R., Fuhlendorf, S.D. 2005. Fire and grazing effects on wind erosion, soil water content, and soil temperature. Journal of Environmental Quality 34:1559-1565.
APPLICATION OF FUNCTIONAL GENOMIC TOOLS FOR EXPLORING SWITCHGRASS FEEDSTOCKS IMPROVED THROUGH DIVERGENT SELECTION - (Abstract Only)
Sarath, G., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Twigg, P., Tobias, C.M., Baird, L.M. 2005. Application of functional genomic tools for exploring switchgrass feedstocks improved through divergent selection. Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals Symposium Proceedings.#3A-01.
MANAGING YAUPON WITH PRESCRIBED FIRE AND HERBICIDES IN THE TEXAS POST OAK SAVANNAH - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Cathey, J.C., Dabbert, B., Prochaska, D., Dupree, S., Sosebee, R. 2005. Managing yaupon with prescribed fire and herbicides in the texas post oak savannah. Rangelands 27(5):17-19.
RENOVATING PASTURES WITH GLYPHOSATE TOLERANT SOYBEANS - ()
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Anderson, B. 2005. Renovating pastures with glyphosate tolerant soybeans. Forage and Grazinglands doi:0.2094/FG-2005-0428-01-BR.
THE ECONOMIC BENEFIT OF INCREASED YIELD AND DIGESTIBILITY IN A PERENNIAL C4 GRASS - (Proceedings)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G. 2005. The economic benefit of increased yield and digestibility in a perennial C4 grass. p.99. In F. P. O'Mara et al. (ed). Proc. XX Int. Grassland Congress, Dublin, Ireland 26 June- 2 July 2005. Wageningen Academic Publishers. Wageningen, The Netherlands.
CAN PERENNIAL GRASS PASTURES BE PROFITABLE IN THE GREAT PLAINS? - ()
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Varvel, G.E., Klopfenstein, T., Clark, D., Anderson, B. 2005. Can perennial grass pastures be profitable in the great plains?. Center for Grassland Studies Newsletter. Winter 2005 p.3&6, Uni of NE, Lincoln, NE.
SWITCHGRASS ON-FARM BIOMASS YIELDS IN THE NORTHERN GREAT PLAINS - ()
Vogel, K.P., Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Perrin, R. 2005. Switchgrass on-farm biomass yields in the northern great plains. NDSU Central Grasslands Research Extension Center. Grass & Beef Research Review. p. 14-16. NDSU CGREC, Streeter, ND.
PATCH BURNING AND GRAZING EFFECTS ON SOUTHERN MIXED PRAIRIE PLANT COMMUNITIES - (Abstract Only)
Vermeire, L.T., Mitchell, R., Fuhlendorf, S.D., Wester, D.B. 2005. Patch burning and grazing effects on southern mixed prairie plant communities. Society for Range Management Meeting Abstracts #357 on CD.
STEM ANATOMY OF SWITCHGRASS PLANTS DEVELOPED BY DIVERGENT BREEDING CYCLES FOR TILLER DIGESTIBILITY - (Proceedings)
Sarath, G., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R., Baird, L.M. 2005. Stem anatomy of switchgrass plants developed by divergent breeding cycles for tiller digestibility. p. 115. In F.P. O'Mara et al (ed.) Proc. XX Int. Grassland Congress, Dublin, Ireland 26 June-2 July 2005. Wageningen Academic Publishers, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
DIVERGENT BREEDING FOR TILLER IVDMD MODIFIED LEAF, SHEATH, AND STEM COMPOSITION OF SWITCHGRASS - (Proceedings)
Vogel, K.P., Sarath, G., Mitchell, R. 2005. Divergent breeding for tiller ivdmd modified leaf, sheath, and stem composition of switchgrass. p.116. In F. P. O'Mara et al. (ed.) Proc. XX Int. Grassland Congress, Dublin, Ireland 26 June-2 July 2005. Wageningen, Academic Publishers, Wageningen, The Netherlands.
DOES MUSCULAR DAMAGE DURING CAPTURE AND HANDLING HANDICAP RADIOMARKED NORTHERN BOBWHITES? - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Abbott, W., Dabbert, B., Lucia, D., Mitchell, R. 2005. Does muscular damage during capture and handling handicap radiomarked northern bobwhites?. Journal of Wildlife Management 69(2):664-670.
PLANT ADAPTATION REGIONS: ECOLOGICAL AND CLIMATIC CLASSIFICATION OF PLANT GERMPLASM - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vogel, K.P., Brejda, J.J., Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R. 2005. Plant adaptation regions: ecological and climatic classification of plant germplasm. Rangeland Ecology and Management 58:315-319.
A DIRECT COMPARISON OF ECONOMIC RETURNS FOR DRYLAND CORN AND BIG BLUESTEM PASTURE IN THE GREAT PLAINS - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Varvel, G.E., Klopfenstein, T., Clark, D. 2005. A direct comparison of economic returns for dryland corn and big bluestem pasture in the great plains. Rangelands. 27:31-35.
THE GRASSLAND ASSESSMENT TOOL: A NEW TECHNIQUE FOR MONITORING GRASSLANDS - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Schmer, M.R., Vogel, K.P., Vermeire, L.T., Derner, J.D. 2005. The grassland assessment tool: a new technique for monitoring grasslands. Society for Range Management Meeting Proceedings.
SPATIAL VARIABILITY OF STAND ESTABLISHMENT AND BIOMASS PRODUCTION OF SWITCHGRASS MONOCULTURES GROWN IN THE NORTHERN PLAINS, USA. - (Abstract Only)
Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2005. Spatial variability of stand establishment and biomass production of switchgrass monocultures grown in the Northern Plains, USA. Society for Range Management Abs.305.
ELK POPULATION ASSESSMENT IN WESTERN STATES AND CANADIAN PROVINCES - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vermeire, L.T., Wallace, M.C., Mitchell, R. 2004. Elk population assessment in western states and Canadian provinces. Rangelands 26:29-33.
GRADIENT IN LIGNIFICATION IN MATURE TILLERS OF SWITCHGRASS (PANICUM VIRGATUM L. EV KANLOW) - (Abstract Only)
Sarath, G., Baird, L.M., Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2004. Gradient in lignification in mature tillers of switchgrass (panicum virgatum l. ev kanlow). ASA-CSSA-SSSA Annual Meeting Abstracts. CD-ROM No. 5097.
SHRUB DYNAMICS: FIRE AND WATER - (Abstract Only)
Vermeire, L.T., Wester, D.B., Mitchell, R., Fuhlendorf, S.D. 2004. Shrub dynamics: fire and water. Wildland Shrub Symposium Abstracts.
MOBILE CLASSROOM APPROACH TO GRADUATE EDUCATION IN FORAGE AND RANGE SCIENCE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Mitchell, R., Allen, V., Waller, J. 2004. Mobile classroom approach to graduate education in forage and range science. Journal of Natural Resources and Life Sciences Education. J. Nat. Resour Life Sci. Educ., 33:117-120,
PATCH BURNING EFFECTS ON FORAGE UTILIZATION AND GRAZING DISTRIBUTION - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vermeire, L.T., Mitchell, R., Fuhlendorf, S.D., Gillen, R.L. 2004. Patch burning effects on forage utilization and grazing distribution. Journal of Range Management 57:248-252.
SWITCHGRASS - A BIOMASS ENERGY CROP FOR THE MIDWEST - ()
PERRIN, R., VOGEL, K.P., SCHMER, M.R., MITCHELL, R. SWITCHGRASS - A BIOMASS ENERGY CROP FOR THE MIDWEST. NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION BULLETIN. 2004.p16-17.
CONTROL OF RANGELAND GRASSHOPPERS USING PRESCRIBED FIRE - (Abstract Only)
VERMEIRE, L.T., MITCHELL, R., FUHLENDORF, S.D. CONTROL OF RANGELAND GRASSHOPPERS USING PRESCRIBED FIRE. SOCIETY FOR RANGE MANAGEMENT MEETING PROCEEDINGS. Abstract #300. 2004.
PRESCRIBED FIRE EFFECTS ON GRASSHOPPER ASSEMBLAGES IN THE SOUTHERN PLAINS - (Abstract Only)
VERMEIRE, L.T., MITCHELL, R., FUHLENDORF, S.D. PRESCRIBED FIRE EFFECTS ON GRASSHOPPER ASSEMBLAGES IN THE SOUTHERN PLAINS. SOCIETY FOR RANGE MANAGEMENT MEETING PROCEEDINGS. 2003. ABSTRACT #299.
THE MEDICAL APPROACH TO GRASSLAND ASSESSMENT - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Schmer, M.R., Vermeire, L.T. 2004. The medical approach to grassland assessment. Society for Range Management Meeting Abstracts. #259.
ESTIMATING SWITCHGRASS STANDING CROP WITH VISUAL OBSTRUCTION AND ELONGATED LEAF HEIGHT - (Abstract Only)
Schmer, M.R., Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2004. Estimating switchgrass standing crop with visual obstruction and elongated leaf height. Society for Range Management Meeting Abstracts. #299.
AN ECONOMIC COMPARISON OF LIVESTOCK GRAZING AND CORN PRODUCTION IN EASTERN NEBRASKA - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Varvel, G.E., Klopfenstein, T.J., Clark, R.T. 2004. An economic comparison of livestock grazing and corn production in eastern nebraska. Society for Range Management Meeting Abstracts. #258.
EVALUATION OF FOUR BIG BLUESTEM POPULATIONS UNDER GRAZING - (Abstract Only)
MITCHELL, R., VOGEL, K.P., ANDERSON, B.E., KLOPFENSTEIN, T., MASTERS, R.A. EVALUATION OF FOUR BIG BLUESTEM POPULATIONS UNDER GRAZING. AGRONOMY ABSTRACTS. 2003.
BREEDING BIG BLUESTEM FOR IMPROVED PERFORMANCE BY GRAZING LIVESTOCK - (Abstract Only)
Vogel, K.P., Mitchell, R. 2003. Breeding big bluestem for improved performance by grazing livestock. Agronomy Abstracts Annual Meeting [CD-ROM], ASA, CSSA, SSSA. Madison, WI.
HERBICIDES FOR ESTABLISHING SWITCHGRASS IN THE GREAT PLAINS - (Abstract Only)
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P., Masters, R.A., Berdahl, J.D. 2004. Herbicides for establishing switchgrass in the great plains. Agronomy Abstracts. CD-ROM No. 4505. ASA, CSSA SSSA. Madison, Wi.
PERENNIAL HERBACEOUS BIOMASS ENERGY CROPS: POTENTIAL AND STATUS - (Abstract Only)
Vogel, K.P., Jung, H.G., Mitchell, R., Lamb, J.F., Sarath, G. 2004. Perennial herbaceous biomass energy crops: potential and status. Biotechnology for Fuels and Chemicals Symposium Proceedings.p3. Chattanooga, TN, May 9-11, 2004
INDIANGRASS - ()
Mitchell, R., Vogel, K.P. 2004. Indiangrass. p. 937-953. In L.E. Moser, L. Sollenberger, and B. Burson (ed.). Warm-season grasses. ASA-CSSA-SSSA Monograph. Madison, WI.
SELECTIVE CONTROL OF RANGELAND GRASSHOPPERS WITH PRESCRIBED FIRE - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
Vermeire, L.T., Mitchell, R., Fuhlendorf, S.D., Wester, D.B. 2004. Selective control of rangeland grasshoppers with prescribed fire. Journal Of Range Management v. 57. p. 29-33.
EVALUATION OF THE MOISTURE-FACILITATED, NEST DEPREDATION HYPOTHESIS IN A SEMI-ARID ENVIRONMENT - (Peer Reviewed Journal)
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