Economic viability of irrigated cultivation of table cassava cultivars under phosphate fertilization / Viabilidade econômica do cultivo irrigado de cultivares de mandioca de mesa sob fertilização fosfatada

Phosphate fertilization of cassava cultivars leads to increased production costs that may be economically viable depending on the quantity used and the corresponding productivity. In this sense, the objective of the work was to analyse the economic viability of the irrigated cultivation of table cassava cultivars in response to the application of phosphorus doses in the Brazilian semiarid region. Two agricultural crops were conductedat the Experimental Farm Rafael Fernandes, Mossoró, RN, from June 2018 to April 2019 and from June 2019 to April 2020. The experimental design was in randomized blocks arranged in subdivided plots, with four replications. The doses of phosphorus (0, 60, 120, 180, and 240 kg ha-1of P2O5) were applied to the plots and the table cassava cultivars (Água Morna, BRS Gema de Ovo, Recife and Venâncio) arranged in the subplots. The total costs for one hectare of cultivation were estimated and the gross income, netincome, rate of return, and profitability index were calculated. The use of phosphatefertilizer was economically viable for the cassava cultivars studied in the two crops. The cultivars Água Morna, BRS Gema de Ovo, and Recife are the best cultivation options for the semiarid region of Rio Grande do Norteas they give high yields with the highest profitability. The Recife cultivar was the region's most profitable cultivation, with a profit ranging from R$ 40,331.07 ha-1to R$ 57,603.46 ha-1in both seasons,with an average recommendation of 120 kg ha-1of P2O5.(AU)

A adubação fosfatada de cultivares de mandioca leva ao aumento dos custos de produção que podem ser economicamente viáveis dependendo da quantidade utilizada e da respectiva produtividade. Nesse sentido, o objetivo dotrabalho foi analisar a viabilidade econômica do cultivo irrigado de cultivares de mandioca de mesa em resposta à aplicação de doses de fósforono semiárido brasileiro. Foram conduzidos duas safras agrícolas na Fazenda Experimental Rafael Fernandes, Mossoró, RN, nos meses de junho de 2018 a abril de 2019 e junho de 2019 a abril de 2020. O delineamento experimental foi em blocos casualizados dispostos em parcelas subdivididas, com quatro repetições. As doses de fósforo (0, 60, 120,180 e 240 kg ha-1de P2O5) foram aplicadas nas parcelas e as cultivares de mandioca de mesa (Água Morna, BRS Gema de Ovo, Recife e Venâncio) dispostas nas subparcelas. Estimaram-se os custos totais de um hectare de cultivo e calcularam-se a receita bruta,a receita líquida, a taxade retorno e o índice de lucratividade. O uso da adubação fosfatada mostrou-se economicamente viável para as cultivares de mandioca estudadas nas duas safras. As cultivares Água Morna, BRS Gema de Ovo e Recife são as melhores opções de cultivo para o semiárido do Rio Grande do Norte, pois apresentam altas produtividades com maior rentabilidade. A cultivar Recife foi o cultivo mais rentável da região, com rendimento variando de R$ 40.331,07 ha-1a R$ 57.603,46 ha-1nas duas safras,com recomendação média de120 kg ha-1de P2O5.(AU)

Thermogenic oils as a substitute forractopamine in the production of heavy pigs / Óleos termogênicos em substituição a ractopamina na produção de suínos em fase de pós-terminação

This study aimed to assess the effects of thermogenic oils (safflower and coconut oils) as a replacement for ractopamine in heavy pig diets. A total of 24 mix-breed barrows with an average weight of 98.70 ± 1.63 kg were distributed in a randomized block design with four treatments and six replicates. Treatments were as follows: basal diet, modified basal diet + 10 ppm ractopamine, basal diet + safflower oil, and basal diet + coconut oil. Animal performance, organ weights, meat quality, carcass traits, and economic viability were determined. Data were analyzed using Duncan's test at the 5% significance level. The safflower oil diet resulted in the highest carcass meat and ham weights, whereas the coconut oil diet provided the highest loin eye area and the lowest fat area, resulting in the highest meat/fat ratio. Analysis of economic viability indicators revealed that vegetable oil treatments differed significantly from other treatments in feed cost, feed cost per kilogram of live weight, economic viability index, and cost index, given that oil inclusion increased the price of diets. Supplementation of heavy pig diets with thermogenic oils is a viable alternative to enhance lean meat production, but its use depends on market availability and product price.(AU)

Este estudo visou avaliar os efeitos dos óleos termogênicos (óleos de cártamo e de coco) como substitutos da racto-pamina em dietas de suínos pesados. Um total de 24 suínos machos castrados com um peso médio de 98,70 ± 1,63 kg foram distribuídos em um modelo de blocos aleatorizados com quatro tratamentos e seis repetições. Os tratamentos foram os seguintes: dieta basal (RB), RB modificada + 10 ppm de ractopamina, RB + óleo de cártamo, e RB + óleo de coco. Foram determinados o desempenho animal, pesos dos órgãos, qualidade da carne, características da carcaça, e viabilidade económica. Os dados foram analisados utilizando o teste de Duncan ao nível de 5% de significância. A dieta de óleo de Cártamo resultou na maior quan-tidade de carne de carcaça e pesos de pernil, enquanto que a dieta de óleo de coco forneceu a maior área do olho do lombo e a menor área de gordura, resultando na maior relação carne/gordura. A análise dos indicadores de viabilidade económica reve-lou que os tratamentos com óleo vegetal diferiram significativamente de outros tratamentos no custo da alimentação, custo da alimentação por quilograma de peso vivo, índice de viabilidade económica, e índice de custo, dado que a inclusão do óleo aumentou o preço das dietas. A suplementação de dietas de suínos pesados com óleos termogênicos é uma alternativa viável para aumentar a produção de carne magra, mas a sua utilização depende da disponibilidade no mercado e do preço do produto.(AU)

Economic Feasibility in Commercial Egg Production in a Conventional and Cage-Free Systems with Different Stocking Densities

Adapting existing laying facilities to meet animal welfare certifications is not a simple task. It causes higher expenses to producers, who are often hesitant to accept the need for changes. Considerations of their financial situation make them insecure to make assertive decisions in this area, as they seek to maintain the economic efficiency of laying poultry. This study aims to analyze the economic viability of laying systems (conventional cages and Cage-Free) with different housing densities. The data source was a systematized literature review. Five articles were found containing reports on systems. Further data sources were the lineage handbook and a survey with companies specializing in poultry farming. An analysis of economic viability was performed in the multiple scenarios. Densities in each system were used to compose different scenarios: Conventional: 1,500 cm²/bird, 750 cm²/bird, and 398 cm²/bird; and Cage-Free:7 birds/m² and 13 birds/m². The scenarios were evaluated in terms of Net Present Value, Internal Rate of Return, Modified Internal Rate of Return, Discounted Payback Method, Profitability Index, Equivalent Uniform Annual Value, and Monte Carlo Simulation. The best scenario was the Conventional, with 398 cm²/bird, presenting a higher NPV. The Cage-Free system, with seven birds per square meter, had a lower NPV compared to conventional systems. All scenarios had satisfactory chances of success. The risks of negative or null financial return were low according to Monte Carlo simulations. Conventional and Cage-Free production are economically viable when using densities of 1,500 cm²/bird, 750 cm²/bird, or 398 cm²/bird (conventional), and 7 birds/m², or 13 birds/m² (Cage-Free).(AU)

Agronomic feasibility of wheat and triticale cultivars in the semiarid of Minas Gerais state, Brazil / Viabilidade agronômica de cultivares de trigo e triticale na região semiárida do estado de Minas Gerais, Brasil

The production of winter cereals is becoming increasingly important in Brazil, largely due to advanced techniques that enable considerable qualitative and quantitative gains. This is due to plant breeding under different soil and climate conditions combined with proper management. The present study aims to assess the agronomic feasibility of growing wheat and triticale cultivars with two sowing times in the semiarid region of northern Minas Gerais State, Brazil. The experiment was conducted in 2018 at the Instituto de Ciências Agrárias (Institute of Agricultural Sciences) of Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Montes Claros campus. A randomized block design was used, with four replications and an 8 × 2 factorial arrangement consisting of eight genotypes (six wheat and two triticale cultivars) and two sowing times (April 21 and May 12, 2018). The irrigated production of wheat and triticale was agronomically feasible in the semi-arid region of Minas Gerais state and sowing time affected the main agronomic traits of interest of winter cereals. However, it is essential to study the economic feasibility of the crop. Sowing in April was the most indicated for wheat and triticale, with IPR Potyporã, IPR 144 and IPR 111 as the recommended cultivars.Key words: Agronomic traits. Triticum. aestivum L. X Triticosecale wittimack. Winter cereals.

A produção brasileira de cereais de inverno está ganhando cada vez mais importância, principalmente pelo uso de técnicas avançadas, o que permite um ganho qualitativo e quantitativo considerável. Isso ocorre em função do melhoramento genético nas diferentes condições edafoclimáticas associado ao manejo adequado dessas plantas. Assim, esse trabalho objetivou avaliar a viabilidade agronômica de cultivares de trigo e triticale em duas épocas de semeadura na região semiárida do estado de Minas Gerais, Brasil. O experimento foi conduzido no delineamento de blocos casualizados com quatro repetições, em arranjo fatorial 8 × 2, composto por oito genótipos (6 cultivares de trigo e 2 cultivares de triticale) e duas épocas de semeadura (21 de abril e 12 de maio de 2018). A produção irrigada de trigo e triticale no semiárido mineiro foi agronomicamente viável, e a época de semeadura afetou as principais características de interesse agronômico dos cereais de inverno. Porém, é fundamental estudar a viabilidade econômica para a indicação da cultura. A semeadura em abril foi a mais indicada para trigo e triticale, nesse caso, recomenda-se o uso das cultivares IPR Potyporã, IPR 144 e IPR 111.

Estudo de viabilidade econômica na inclusão de novos ingredientes na dieta de animais de produção

O trabalho de fonte própria do autor realizou simulações econômicas buscando compreender viabilidade do uso da farinha de insetos na dieta de frango de corte, utilizando-se de ferramentas de Excel

Estudo de viabilidade econômica na inclusão de novos ingredientes na dieta de animais de produção

O trabalho de fonte própria do autor realizou simulações econômicas buscando compreender viabilidade do uso da farinha de insetos na dieta de frango de corte, utilizando-se de ferramentas de Excel(AU)

Economic viability of a canadian biodigester for power generation in dairy farming / Viabilidade econômica da implantação de um biodigestor tipo canadense para a geração de energia elétrica destinada à atividade leiteira

This study aimed to analyze the economic viability of implementing and using a Canadian biodigester for power generation in a milk production system. Specifically, we intended to estimate the generated power production, the total production cost (TC), the total operating cost (TOC), and the effective operating cost (EOC) of 1 kW of power generated, and estimate the break-even point of the power produced. The research was carried out on a farm located in southern Minas Gerais (Brazil) from January to December 2017. Three scenarios were analyzed through the tree-point estimation (most likely, optimistic, and pessimistic). Scenario 1 considered the use of power for the acclimatization of free-stall barns during 13 hours day-1 plus the use of 50% of the produced biofertilizer. Scenario 2 considered the use of power during 13 hours day-1 for the acclimatization of free-stall barns and milking parlor, which means an increase in power consumption estimated at 10% compared to scenario 1, plus the use of 75% of the produced biofertilizer. Moreover, scenario 3 considered the use of power for the acclimatization of free-stall barns during 6.5 hours day-1 plus 25% of the produced biofertilizer. All scenarios considered the amount charged per kWh by the Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (CEMIG).(AU)

Objetivou-se analisar a viabilidade econômica da implantação e utilização de um biodigestor tipo canadense para a geração de energia elétrica em um sistema de produção de leite. Especificamente, pretendeu-se estimar a produção de energia elétrica gerada, estimar o custo total de produção (CT), custo operacional total (COT) e custo operacional efetivo (COE) de um kW de energia gerada, e estimar o ponto de equilíbrio de energia produzida. A pesquisa foi realizada em uma propriedade localizada no sul de Minas Gerais, no período entre janeiro a dezembro de 2017. Realizou-se a análise de cenários MOP (mais provável, otimista e pessimista): cenários 1; 2 e 3. No cenário 1, foram considerados a utilização de energia elétrica para a climatização apenas dos galpões de free stall em 13 h dia-1, mais aproveitamento de 50% do biofertilizante produzido. No cenário 2, a utilização da energia elétrica foi de 13 h dia-1, utilizada para climatização dos galpões de free stall e sala de ordenha, um aumento de energia estimado em 10%, em relação ao cenário 1, mais aproveitamento de 75% do biofertilizante produzido; e, no cenário 3, adotou-se a utilização de energia elétrica para a climatização dos galpões de free stall em 6,5 h dia-1, mais aproveitamento de 25% do biofertilizante produzido. Em todos os cenários foi considerado o valor cobrado por kWh pela Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (CEMIG). Realizou-se simulações de Monte Carlo com taxas mínimas de atratividade variando de zero a 50%. A geração de energia elétrica apresentou viabilidade econômica em todos os cenários, apresentando valor presente líquido (VLP) positivos, taxas internas de retorno acima da taxa mínima de atratividade, payback simples e descontados abaixo do horizonte de 10 anos e relações benefício-custo satisfatórias. O COE de 1 kWh de energia elétrica foi estimado em R$ 0,1990, R$ 0,1791 e R$ 0,3308 para os cenários 1, 2 e 3, respectivamente, enquanto que o CT médio, considerando todos os cenários, foi de R$ 0,5618 (±0,21), acima dos valores de aquisição na CEMIG, que seria de R$ 0,50. Os CT foram de R$ 99.804,42 para os cenários 1 e 2, e de R$ 92.424,09 para o 3, com taxa mínima de atratividade de 8,50, enquanto que COT foi de R$ 69.486,62 nos cenários 1 e 2, e de R$ 62.229,66 no 3. Em todos os cenários, a quantidade de energia elétrica gerada foi superior ao ponto de equilíbrio. Todos os modelos de simulação de Monte Carlo apresentaram VPL positivos, indicando que há grande probabilidade de ficarem acima do esperado.(AU)

Economic viability of a canadian biodigester for power generation in dairy farming / Viabilidade econômica da implantação de um biodigestor tipo canadense para a geração de energia elétrica destinada à atividade leiteira

This study aimed to analyze the economic viability of implementing and using a Canadian biodigester for power generation in a milk production system. Specifically, we intended to estimate the generated power production, the total production cost (TC), the total operating cost (TOC), and the effective operating cost (EOC) of 1 kW of power generated, and estimate the break-even point of the power produced. The research was carried out on a farm located in southern Minas Gerais (Brazil) from January to December 2017. Three scenarios were analyzed through the tree-point estimation (most likely, optimistic, and pessimistic). Scenario 1 considered the use of power for the acclimatization of free-stall barns during 13 hours day-1 plus the use of 50% of the produced biofertilizer. Scenario 2 considered the use of power during 13 hours day-1 for the acclimatization of free-stall barns and milking parlor, which means an increase in power consumption estimated at 10% compared to scenario 1, plus the use of 75% of the produced biofertilizer. Moreover, scenario 3 considered the use of power for the acclimatization of free-stall barns during 6.5 hours day-1 plus 25% of the produced biofertilizer. All scenarios considered the amount charged per kWh by the Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (CEMIG).

Objetivou-se analisar a viabilidade econômica da implantação e utilização de um biodigestor tipo canadense para a geração de energia elétrica em um sistema de produção de leite. Especificamente, pretendeu-se estimar a produção de energia elétrica gerada, estimar o custo total de produção (CT), custo operacional total (COT) e custo operacional efetivo (COE) de um kW de energia gerada, e estimar o ponto de equilíbrio de energia produzida. A pesquisa foi realizada em uma propriedade localizada no sul de Minas Gerais, no período entre janeiro a dezembro de 2017. Realizou-se a análise de cenários MOP (mais provável, otimista e pessimista): cenários 1; 2 e 3. No cenário 1, foram considerados a utilização de energia elétrica para a climatização apenas dos galpões de free stall em 13 h dia-1, mais aproveitamento de 50% do biofertilizante produzido. No cenário 2, a utilização da energia elétrica foi de 13 h dia-1, utilizada para climatização dos galpões de free stall e sala de ordenha, um aumento de energia estimado em 10%, em relação ao cenário 1, mais aproveitamento de 75% do biofertilizante produzido; e, no cenário 3, adotou-se a utilização de energia elétrica para a climatização dos galpões de free stall em 6,5 h dia-1, mais aproveitamento de 25% do biofertilizante produzido. Em todos os cenários foi considerado o valor cobrado por kWh pela Companhia Energética de Minas Gerais (CEMIG). Realizou-se simulações de Monte Carlo com taxas mínimas de atratividade variando de zero a 50%. A geração de energia elétrica apresentou viabilidade econômica em todos os cenários, apresentando valor presente líquido (VLP) positivos, taxas internas de retorno acima da taxa mínima de atratividade, payback simples e descontados abaixo do horizonte de 10 anos e relações benefício-custo satisfatórias. O COE de 1 kWh de energia elétrica foi estimado em R$ 0,1990, R$ 0,1791 e R$ 0,3308 para os cenários 1, 2 e 3, respectivamente, enquanto que o CT médio, considerando todos os cenários, foi de R$ 0,5618 (±0,21), acima dos valores de aquisição na CEMIG, que seria de R$ 0,50. Os CT foram de R$ 99.804,42 para os cenários 1 e 2, e de R$ 92.424,09 para o 3, com taxa mínima de atratividade de 8,50, enquanto que COT foi de R$ 69.486,62 nos cenários 1 e 2, e de R$ 62.229,66 no 3. Em todos os cenários, a quantidade de energia elétrica gerada foi superior ao ponto de equilíbrio. Todos os modelos de simulação de Monte Carlo apresentaram VPL positivos, indicando que há grande probabilidade de ficarem acima do esperado.

Milkyield of cows submitted to different levels of olive pomace in the diet

The cultivation of olive trees is expanding in Brazil, mainly in Rio Grande do Sul in order to meet the demand for olive oil, the main product of the industrialization of olives. However, from the extraction, there is a significant generation of waste. This residue has high moisture and an appropriate destination is necessary given its environmental and economic importance. The chemical composition of the residue is similar to other products used in animal feed, such as corn silage or sorghum, in relation to DM, CP and NDF, the differential being high levels of EE and ADL. In order to evaluate the replacement of corn silage by the extraction residue of olive oil (olive pomace), eight Holstein dairy cow, between 90 and 100 days of lactation,were used, making a double Latin square (4x4). Analyzes were made regarding animals, feed and milk product in order to verify the feasibility of the substitution. The inclusion of olive pomace, conserved as silage, to replace corn silage, in the diet of lactating cows up to 15% (dry basis) does not alter milk production, as well as its composition and feed efficiency.(AU)

Milkyield of cows submitted to different levels of olive pomace in the diet

The cultivation of olive trees is expanding in Brazil, mainly in Rio Grande do Sul in order to meet the demand for olive oil, the main product of the industrialization of olives. However, from the extraction, there is a significant generation of waste. This residue has high moisture and an appropriate destination is necessary given its environmental and economic importance. The chemical composition of the residue is similar to other products used in animal feed, such as corn silage or sorghum, in relation to DM, CP and NDF, the differential being high levels of EE and ADL. In order to evaluate the replacement of corn silage by the extraction residue of olive oil (olive pomace), eight Holstein dairy cow, between 90 and 100 days of lactation,were used, making a double Latin square (4x4). Analyzes were made regarding animals, feed and milk product in order to verify the feasibility of the substitution. The inclusion of olive pomace, conserved as silage, to replace corn silage, in the diet of lactating cows up to 15% (dry basis) does not alter milk production, as well as its composition and feed efficiency.

Viabilidade do uso de dietas com grão total para bubalinos / Feasibility of using full grain diets for buffalos

O objetivo do trabalho foi avaliar o consumo de matéria seca (MS), desempenho, e viabilidade econômica de búfalos submetidos a dietas de grão total comparado como de dietas convencionais. Doze bubalinos foram alimentados em confinamento e os tratamentos dietéticos foram oferecidos por 63 dias de período de comparação. Os tratamentos consistiram em dieta com 100% de concentrado (Grão Total) e dieta com 70% de concentrado mais 30% de silagem de milho (Convencional) com base MS. Amostras dos ingredientes e das sobras alimentares de cada animal foram coletadas, para determinação da matéria seca, e pesadas, para cálculo do consumo individual e da eficiência alimentar. Foi realizada coleta de sangue, por dezoito horas, para determinação de NUP (Nitrogênio Uréico plasmático). O peso vivo (PV) dos bubalinos foi determinado no início do período experimental e a cada sete dias de comparação. O ganho diário de peso foi calculado para cada uma das nove semanas e a viabilidade econômica das duas dietas, através do custo alimentar, avaliada em uma planilha do Excel®. Animais alimentados com dieta grão total apresentaram menor consumo de matéria seca (CMS kg e CMS % PV) que animais alimentados com dieta convencional. O peso vivo final (PVF), o peso da carcaça, e o ganho de peso médio diário (GMD) dos animais em kg, não diferiram estatisticamente entre os tratamentos. Em relação ao rendimento de carcaça, animais alimentados com grão total diferiram estatisticamente. O NUP, após a primeira alimentação, foi maior em animais alimentados com dieta convencional. Os bubalinos alimentados com grão total apresentaram menor custo alimentar e maior rendimento de carcaça.

The objective of this work was to evaluate dry matter consumption, performance, and economic viability of buffaloes submitted to full grain diets compared to conventional diets. Twelve non-castrated buffalo of the Murah breed were fed in confinement. Dietary treatments were offered for a 63-day comparison period. The treatments consisted of a diet with 100% concentrate (grain exclusive diet) and a diet with 70% concentrate plus 30% corn silage (Conventional) based on dry matter. Samples of the ingredients and food leftovers from each animal were collected to determine dry and heavy matter, to calculate individual consumption and feed efficiency. Blood was collected for 18 hours to determine PUN (plasma urea nitrogen). The live weight (LW) of the buffaloes was determined at the beginning of the experimental period and every seven days for comparison. The daily weight gain was calculated for each of the nine weeks and the economic viability of the two diets, through the food cost was evaluated in Excel® spreadsheet. Animals fed with a grain exclusive diet had lower consumption of dry matter (DMI lb and DMI % LW) than animals fed with conventional diet. The final live weight (LLW), carcass weight, average daily weight gain (PDG) of the animals in lb, did not differ statistically between treatments. Regarding the carcass yield, animals fed with total grain differed statistically. The PUN after the first feeding was higher in animals fed with a conventional diet. The buffaloes fed with total grain showed lower food cost and higher carcass yield.

Economic analysis of the use of wet brewery residue in sheep diets / Análise econômica do uso de resíduo úmido de cerveja em dietas de ovinos

The objective of this study was to evaluate the production costs involved in sheep confinement fed diets containing different inclusion levels of wet brewery residue (WBR). The diets were constituted by different WBR proportions in the concentrate (0, 10, 20 and 30%). A total of 20 sheep were used, with an average body weight of 17.5 ± 1.5 kg, at 8 months of age. The experimental period lasted 77 days. The prices of feed ingredients, purchase and sale values of kg of body weight (BW) of the animals practiced in the local market and the interest rate were considered in the economic analysis, using the year 2015 as a reference. In addition, production performance, zootechnical and economic data, and investment and costing expenses were considered to determine the economic indicators. A linear response was observed in terms of average daily gain (P=0.0035) and feed efficiency (P=0.0042) in diets consisting of 20 and 30% WBR, with 0.196 kg of BW/day and 0.291 kg of BW/intake, respectively. The diet containing 20% WBR resulted in greater total production (7,503.07 kg of BW/year), greater daily production (9.78 kg of BW), and lower total expenditure on investments (R$ 0.371/kg of BW). The lowest total expenses (R$ 64,368.99) and the highest profit (R$ 1.32/kg of BW) were observed in the diet with 30% of WBR. The economic analysis showed the financial feasibility of including 20% and 30% WBR in diets for confined sheep.

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar os custos de produção envolvidos no confinamento de ovinos alimentados com dietas contendo diferentes níveis de inclusão de resíduo úmido de cervejaria (RUC). As dietas foram constituídas por diferentes proporções de RUC no concentrado (0, 10, 20 e 30%). Foram utilizados 20 ovinos, com peso corporal médio de 17,5 ± 1,5 kg, aos 8 meses de idade. O período experimental durou 77 dias. Os preços dos ingredientes da ração, valores de compra e venda em kg de peso corporal (PV) dos animais praticados no mercado local e a taxa de juros foram considerados na análise econômica, tendo como referência o ano de 2015. Além disso, o desempenho da produção, os dados zootécnicos e econômicos e as despesas de investimento e custeio foram considerados para determinar os indicadores econômicos. Uma resposta linear foi observada em termos de ganho médio diário (P = 0,0035) e eficiência alimentar (P = 0,0042) em dietas consistindo de 20 e 30% RUC, com 0,196 kg de PV / dia e 0,291 kg de PV / ingestão, respectivamente. A dieta contendo 20% de RUC resultou em maior produção total (7.503,07 kg de PV / ano), maior produção diária (9,78 kg de PV) e menor gasto total com investimentos (R$0,371 / kg de PV). Os menores gastos totais (R $ 64.368,99) e o maior lucro (R$1,32 / kg de PV) foram observados na dieta com 30% de RUC. A análise econômica mostrou a viabilidade financeira da inclusão de 20% e 30% de RUC em dietas para ovinos confinados.

Economic analysis of the use of wet brewery residue in sheep diets / Análise econômica do uso de resíduo úmido de cerveja em dietas de ovinos

The objective of this study was to evaluate the production costs involved in sheep confinement fed diets containing different inclusion levels of wet brewery residue (WBR). The diets were constituted by different WBR proportions in the concentrate (0, 10, 20 and 30%). A total of 20 sheep were used, with an average body weight of 17.5 ± 1.5 kg, at 8 months of age. The experimental period lasted 77 days. The prices of feed ingredients, purchase and sale values of kg of body weight (BW) of the animals practiced in the local market and the interest rate were considered in the economic analysis, using the year 2015 as a reference. In addition, production performance, zootechnical and economic data, and investment and costing expenses were considered to determine the economic indicators. A linear response was observed in terms of average daily gain (P=0.0035) and feed efficiency (P=0.0042) in diets consisting of 20 and 30% WBR, with 0.196 kg of BW/day and 0.291 kg of BW/intake, respectively. The diet containing 20% WBR resulted in greater total production (7,503.07 kg of BW/year), greater daily production (9.78 kg of BW), and lower total expenditure on investments (R$ 0.371/kg of BW). The lowest total expenses (R$ 64,368.99) and the highest profit (R$ 1.32/kg of BW) were observed in the diet with 30% of WBR. The economic analysis showed the financial feasibility of including 20% and 30% WBR in diets for confined sheep.(AU)

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar os custos de produção envolvidos no confinamento de ovinos alimentados com dietas contendo diferentes níveis de inclusão de resíduo úmido de cervejaria (RUC). As dietas foram constituídas por diferentes proporções de RUC no concentrado (0, 10, 20 e 30%). Foram utilizados 20 ovinos, com peso corporal médio de 17,5 ± 1,5 kg, aos 8 meses de idade. O período experimental durou 77 dias. Os preços dos ingredientes da ração, valores de compra e venda em kg de peso corporal (PV) dos animais praticados no mercado local e a taxa de juros foram considerados na análise econômica, tendo como referência o ano de 2015. Além disso, o desempenho da produção, os dados zootécnicos e econômicos e as despesas de investimento e custeio foram considerados para determinar os indicadores econômicos. Uma resposta linear foi observada em termos de ganho médio diário (P = 0,0035) e eficiência alimentar (P = 0,0042) em dietas consistindo de 20 e 30% RUC, com 0,196 kg de PV / dia e 0,291 kg de PV / ingestão, respectivamente. A dieta contendo 20% de RUC resultou em maior produção total (7.503,07 kg de PV / ano), maior produção diária (9,78 kg de PV) e menor gasto total com investimentos (R$0,371 / kg de PV). Os menores gastos totais (R $ 64.368,99) e o maior lucro (R$1,32 / kg de PV) foram observados na dieta com 30% de RUC. A análise econômica mostrou a viabilidade financeira da inclusão de 20% e 30% de RUC em dietas para ovinos confinados.(AU)

Penectomia em equino com parafimose / Partial penectomy in a horse with paraphimosis

Background: In horses, an increase in the volume of penis and foreskin can be caused by trauma. The resultant edema interferes with the retraction of the penis and cause paraphimosis. Surgical intervention through penectomy is indicated in cases wherein an alternative treatment is not feasible. Partial penectomy can prolong the life and reproductive function of many stallions. The present study aims to report on the methodological, functional, and economic feasibility of a successful case of the use of Williams technique for partial penectomy performed in the field in a horse with paraphimosis, preserving urinary, productive, and reproductive functions. Case: A 10-year-old horse weighing 500 kg had clinical signs of paraphimosis due to the formation of granulomatous tissue following trauma to the glans region. A surgical intervention, namely a partial penectomy was decided to be performed to prevent injury from priapism. Due to the limited resources provided by the owner and the impossibility of moving the animal to a surgical center in a veterinary hospital, the procedure was performed in the field, with prior sanitization and preparation of the environment used to perform surgery. The horse was tranquilized with intravenous xylazine hydrochloride and acepromazine, with subsequent induction of anesthesia with ready-to-use (RTU) guaifenesin bolus and maintenance of anesthesia with an intravenous association of RTU guaifenesin, xylazine hydrochloride, and ketamine. The distal third of the penis was amputated using the recommended Williams technique. Although the complications like dehiscence and emergence of granulation tissue occurred after surgery, these were controlled in the daily follow-up of the animal and post-surgical treatment. Discussion: Paraphimosis predisposed the horse to abrasions and edema of the exposed portion of the penis. However, there was no urine retention, which suggested that the urethral ostium and the urethra had no lesions. Because the granulomatous lesions were located in the distal third of the penis and the extent of penile exposure was small, the partial penectomy technique proved effective in solving the permanent exposure of the penis. The anesthetic protocol used was inexpensive, easy to execute, and effective, and no anesthetic complications occurred, proving this protocol to be efficient for the anesthetic induction of animals in the field. In addition to being reliable and widespread, the Williams technique was recommended to prevent possible urethral stenosis and the development of contact dermatitis by urine. This technique makes a rapid recovery of the animal possible, with improvement of its physiological parameters, and due to ease of being able to be done in the field, it is also inexpensive. The edema and the granulation tissue that occurred after surgery were controlled with medication. In general, post-penectomy animals are not used for reproduction. This makes the present report an important contribution, because in cases in which the lesions present a distal disposition and the penile exposure is small, stallions have a chance of maintaining reproductive function after surgery, even with a long period of evolution before surgical treatment. This was demonstrated in the present case, as the animal in this case later impregnated a mare, with the pregnancy confirmed by ultrasound examination. Partial penectomy is a resolution technique for cases of traumatic paraphimosis, in which exuberant granulation tissue is formed in the distal third of the penis, with a long period of evolution. The surgery can be done in the field, with a low surgical cost to the owner, and a good productive and reproductive prognosis for the animal.

Biscuit residue in the nutrition of laying hens: effects on animal health, performance and egg quality

Background: Corn and soybean meal are common ingredients used in poultry feed in order to supply the demand forenergy and protein, respectively. Also, these ingredients directly influence the final price of the diets, and consequently,the final cost of production. A major problem is associated to the oscillation of these grains in some months of the year.Therefore, there is a need to search for nutritionally and economically viable alternatives to mitigate this problem. The aimwas to evaluate whether the addition of biscuit residue could partially replace the use of corn in the feed of laying hens inorder to obtain economic viability without impairment on production, egg quality and animal health.Materials, Methods & Results: The experiment was completely randomized and each repetition was considered one experimental unity. One hundred Hy-line brown 48 week-old chickens were allocated in cages and divided into five groupswith four repetitions each, allocating five animals per cage. The group T0 was composed by animals that received thebasal diet, i.e. without biscuit residue. The other groups were composed by increasing levels of biscuit residue to substitutecorn i.e., group T7 (7% of biscuit residue), T14 (14% of biscuit residue), T21 (21% of biscuit residue) and T28 (28% ofbiscuit residue). Productive performance of the animals, egg quality, as well as analysis of blood parameters related tolipid metabolism, carbohydrates and proteins of birds were measured at the beginning of the experiment (day 0) and atthe end of each cycle (days 21, 42 and 63 of experiment). Among the performance variables, only feed conversion wasaltered by biscuit residue, i.e., the feed conversion was lower in the groups that received the residue when compared tothe control. The replacement of corn by biscuit residue did not affect laying rate (P > 0.05). Regarding egg quality, a less...

Biscuit residue in the nutrition of laying hens: effects on animal health, performance and egg quality

Background: Corn and soybean meal are common ingredients used in poultry feed in order to supply the demand forenergy and protein, respectively. Also, these ingredients directly influence the final price of the diets, and consequently,the final cost of production. A major problem is associated to the oscillation of these grains in some months of the year.Therefore, there is a need to search for nutritionally and economically viable alternatives to mitigate this problem. The aimwas to evaluate whether the addition of biscuit residue could partially replace the use of corn in the feed of laying hens inorder to obtain economic viability without impairment on production, egg quality and animal health.Materials, Methods & Results: The experiment was completely randomized and each repetition was considered one experimental unity. One hundred Hy-line brown 48 week-old chickens were allocated in cages and divided into five groupswith four repetitions each, allocating five animals per cage. The group T0 was composed by animals that received thebasal diet, i.e. without biscuit residue. The other groups were composed by increasing levels of biscuit residue to substitutecorn i.e., group T7 (7% of biscuit residue), T14 (14% of biscuit residue), T21 (21% of biscuit residue) and T28 (28% ofbiscuit residue). Productive performance of the animals, egg quality, as well as analysis of blood parameters related tolipid metabolism, carbohydrates and proteins of birds were measured at the beginning of the experiment (day 0) and atthe end of each cycle (days 21, 42 and 63 of experiment). Among the performance variables, only feed conversion wasaltered by biscuit residue, i.e., the feed conversion was lower in the groups that received the residue when compared tothe control. The replacement of corn by biscuit residue did not affect laying rate (P > 0.05). Regarding egg quality, a less...(AU)

Production of the Kappaphycus alvarezii extract as a leaf biofertilizer: technical and economic analysis for the north coast of São Paulo-Brazil / Produção do extrato da macroalga Kappaphycus alvarezii como biofertilizante foliar: análise técnica e econômica para o litoral norte de São Paulo-Brasil

The extract of the Kappaphycus alvarezii seaweed is used as a leaf biofertilizer and several studies had proven its efficiency in several crops. This study aimed to analyze the economic viability of fresh seaweed production and the chemically characterized seaweed extract cultivated as a technical-economic alternative for coastal communities. Yields of the solid and liquid fractions were quantified, the extract was characterized in its chemical composition of macronutrients and micronutrients and it was classified according to the criteria of the Brazilian legislation of agricultural fertilizers. For the study of economic feasibility, different sales price scenarios were considered and compared with the commercialization of fresh seaweed. The average yield obtained from the processing of the Brazilian adapted strains of the K. alvarezii for the liquid fraction or fresh seaweed extract was 0.71 ± 0.0080 L kg-1 and the moisture solid production was 295 ± 0.0126 g kg-1. The production of fresh seaweed was unfeasible and for the handmade extract was economically viable for the scenario with the sale price of US$ 2.77 with a net present value of US$ 35,300.13 and an internal rate of return (IRR) of 38.99% over ten year.

O extrato da alga marinha Kappaphycus alvarezii é utilizado como biofertilizante foliar e vários estudos comprovaram sua eficiência agronômica em diversas culturas agrícolas. Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar a viabilidade econômica do cultivo de algas marinhas frescas e seu extrato quimicamente caracterizado como alternativa técnico-econômica para comunidades costeiras. Os rendimentos das frações sólida e líquida foram quantificados, o extrato foi caracterizado em sua composição química de macronutrientes e micronutrientes e foi classificado de acordo com os critérios da legislação brasileira de fertilizantes agrícolas. Para o estudo de viabilidade econômica, diferentes cenários de preços de venda foram considerados e comparados com a comercialização das algas marinhas frescas. O rendimento médio obtido pelo processamento das linhagens brasileiras de K. alvarezii para a fração líquida ou extrato de alga marinha fresca foi de 0,71 ± 0,0080 L kg-1 e o rendimento da fração sólida foi de 295 ± 0,0126 g kg-1. A produção de algas marinhas frescas foi inviável economicamente e, para o extrato artesanal, foi viável para o cenário com preço de venda de US$ 2,77, com valor presente líquido de US$ 35.300,13 e taxa interna de retorno (TIR) de 38,99% para um horizonte de dez anos.

Production of the Kappaphycus alvarezii extract as a leaf biofertilizer: technical and economic analysis for the north coast of São Paulo-Brazil / Produção do extrato da macroalga Kappaphycus alvarezii como biofertilizante foliar: análise técnica e econômica para o litoral norte de São Paulo-Brasil

The extract of the Kappaphycus alvarezii seaweed is used as a leaf biofertilizer and several studies had proven its efficiency in several crops. This study aimed to analyze the economic viability of fresh seaweed production and the chemically characterized seaweed extract cultivated as a technical-economic alternative for coastal communities. Yields of the solid and liquid fractions were quantified, the extract was characterized in its chemical composition of macronutrients and micronutrients and it was classified according to the criteria of the Brazilian legislation of agricultural fertilizers. For the study of economic feasibility, different sales price scenarios were considered and compared with the commercialization of fresh seaweed. The average yield obtained from the processing of the Brazilian adapted strains of the K. alvarezii for the liquid fraction or fresh seaweed extract was 0.71 ± 0.0080 L kg-1 and the moisture solid production was 295 ± 0.0126 g kg-1. The production of fresh seaweed was unfeasible and for the handmade extract was economically viable for the scenario with the sale price of US$ 2.77 with a net present value of US$ 35,300.13 and an internal rate of return (IRR) of 38.99% over ten year.(AU)

O extrato da alga marinha Kappaphycus alvarezii é utilizado como biofertilizante foliar e vários estudos comprovaram sua eficiência agronômica em diversas culturas agrícolas. Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar a viabilidade econômica do cultivo de algas marinhas frescas e seu extrato quimicamente caracterizado como alternativa técnico-econômica para comunidades costeiras. Os rendimentos das frações sólida e líquida foram quantificados, o extrato foi caracterizado em sua composição química de macronutrientes e micronutrientes e foi classificado de acordo com os critérios da legislação brasileira de fertilizantes agrícolas. Para o estudo de viabilidade econômica, diferentes cenários de preços de venda foram considerados e comparados com a comercialização das algas marinhas frescas. O rendimento médio obtido pelo processamento das linhagens brasileiras de K. alvarezii para a fração líquida ou extrato de alga marinha fresca foi de 0,71 ± 0,0080 L kg-1 e o rendimento da fração sólida foi de 295 ± 0,0126 g kg-1. A produção de algas marinhas frescas foi inviável economicamente e, para o extrato artesanal, foi viável para o cenário com preço de venda de US$ 2,77, com valor presente líquido de US$ 35.300,13 e taxa interna de retorno (TIR) de 38,99% para um horizonte de dez anos.(AU)

An evaluation of the economic viability of environmental offsets in the saltworks industry / Uma avaliação da viabilidade econômica de compensações ambientais na indústria salineira

The extraction of sea salt depends on the occupation of large areas at the estuary banks, many of them inserted in Permanent Preservation Areas (PPAs). Thus, the objective was to evaluate the economic viability of Environmental Offsets (EO) as an alternative to the unoccupied PPAs in the saltworks. In order to do so, 27 solar saltworks installed in the region of the Brazilian White Coast were evaluated for the occupation of PPAs - measured using images from satellite, georeferenced, vectored with corresponding PPA bands generated - and estimated to EO (Impact Degree x Sum of the investments necessary to implement the project) and Economic Impact (Net Present Value, with long-term interest rate of 7%) of vacating PPAs. It was considered that EO was feasible whenever the costs resulting from it were lower than the economic impact caused by the vacancy of the PPAs. The PPAs were tthe productive area of ​​the saltworksthat occupied 13.70% of PPAs. For all the evaluated enterprises the value corresponding to EO was lower than the Economic Impact resulting from the vacancy of the PPAs. Thus, EO is an economically viable and more attractive alternative to the eviction of PPAs by the saltworks industry and may also provide environmental gains due to the financing of conservation units in the areas of influence of the enterprises. However, there is a need to improve the methodology used to estimate the EO, since a maximum limit is set, the environmental impacts caused by the projects are underestimated.(AU)

A extração de sal marinho depende da ocupação de grandes áreas às margens de estuários, muitas delas inseridas em Áreas de Preservação Permanente (APPs). Assim, objetivou-se avaliar a viabilidade econômica da Compensação Ambiental (CA) como alternativa à desocupação de APP pelas salinas. Para tanto, 27 salinas instaladas na região da Costa Branca brasileira foram avaliadas quanto à ocupação de APPs - mensuradas por meio de imagens de satélites, georreferenciadas, vetorizadas com a geração de bandas de APP - e estimados a CA (Grau de Impacto x Somatório dos investimentos necessários para implantação do empreendimento) e o Impacto Econômico (Valor Presente Líquido, com taxa de juros de longo prazo de 7%) da desocupação das APPs. A CA foi considerada viável quando seus custos resultantes foram menor do que o impacto econômico causado pela desocupação das APPs. A área produtiva média das salinas ocupa 13,70% de APP. Para todos os empreendimentos avaliados, o valor correspondente a CA foi menor que o Impacto Econômico resultante da desocupação das APP. Assim, a CA é uma alternativa economicamente viável e mais atrativa frente à desocupação das APP pela indústria salineira, podendo ainda propiciar ganhos ambientais em decorrência do financiamento de Unidades de Conservação nas áreas de influência dos empreendimentos. Evidencia-se, contudo, a necessidade do aprimoramento da metodologia usada para estimar a CA, já que fixado um limite máximo, os impactos ambientais provocados pelos empreendimentos são subestimados.(AU)

Economic feasibility of probiotic use in the diet of Nile tilapia, Oreochromis niloticus, during the reproductive period

This work examines the economic advantages of probiotic use in the diet of Nile tilapia broodstock during the reproductive period. For this purpose, Bacillus subtilis was applied as a feed additive. The experimental design was completely randomized with three treatment groups: the T0 control (without probiotic), the T1 continuous probiotic intake, and the T2 alternate probiotic intake at a dose of 0.50 g kg-1 of feed (1010 CFU g-1 ) with four replicates. For the reproduction assay, 118 females and 48 males of Nile tilapia (proportion 4 males:9 females. hapa-1 ) (weight 527.65 g ± 185.98 g and length 30.16 cm ± 3.57 cm) were distributed into 12 hapas (3.5 × 2.0 × 1.5 m). Reproductive variables (spawning female percentage, egg production, and fry production) were used to calculate the economic feasibility indexes (total cost of nutrition [TcN], gross revenue [GR], and total operational profit [ToP]). The results show increasing values for spawning female number, collected eggs, and surviving fry in the probiotic groups. We recommend continuous intake of probiotic (feed with addition of probiotic) at a dose of 0.5 g kg-1 of feed (1010 CFU g-1 ) during the breeding season of Nile tilapia, due to the suitable reproductive indexes and profitability.(AU)