Reproductive response of synchronized and extensively grazed Blackbelly ewes during the summer in the tropics

The present experiment aimed to evaluate the reproductive response of Blackbelly ewes synchronized with low doses of eCG during the summer in a tropical climate. Sixty multiparous hair ewes were divided into three groups (20 ewes/group): control group (CG; 0 IU of eCG), treated group 1 (TG-1; 140 IU of eCG) and treated group 2 (TG-2; 300 IU of eCG). The study found that the three groups of ewes showed differences in their reproductive behavior (P < 0.01). Indeed, all the ewes in the TG-1 and TG-2 groups presented a higher response to estrus than the CG (P < 0.01). In the same way, TG1 and TG-2 had an onset to estrus in less time (P < 0.01). On the other hand, prolificacy was also higher in TG-1 and TG-2 (P < 0.05). Likewise, ewes from TG-1 and TG-2 had more lambs than those from CG (P < 0.05). On the other hand, the variables of fertility and gestation length were similar regardless of the group of ewes (P > 0.05). It´s concluded that the ewes treated with eCG presented good reproductive behavior, and the majority did so in the first 24 to 36 h after removing the intravaginal device.

Restrição intrauterina de crescimento: conhecendo seus efeitos sobre o plantel de reprodução / Intrauterine growth restriction: knowing its effects on the breeding herd

A restrição intrauterina de crescimento (RIUC) é a condição na qual o feto não expressa o seu potencial de crescimento de acordo com a idade gestacional. Tal condição ocorre naturalmente na espécie suína, no entanto apresenta forma muito severa, trazendo sérios prejuízos à cadeia suinícola. Os efeitos deletérios da RIUC sobre parâmetros zootécnicos estão bem estabelecidos. No entanto, o conhecimento de tais efeitos sobre parâmetros reprodutivos em machos e fêmeas ainda é limitado. Portanto, a presente revisão tem por objetivo compilar os estudos sobre efeitos da RIUC em parâmetros reprodutivos em machos e fêmeas, bem como intervenções propostas para a diminuição da incidência da condição e de seus efeitos. Achados nesse assunto fornecerão informações valiosas acerca da morfofisiologia reprodutiva de suínos RIUC, estabelecendo estratégias para minimizar as perdas econômicas para o sistema de produção.(AU)

Intrauterine growth restriction (IUGR) is the condition in which the fetus does not express its growth potential according to the gestational age. This condition naturally occurs in the swine species. However, it is very severe and can cause serious losses to the swine production chain. The deleterious effects of IUGR on zootechnical parameters are well established. However, the knowledge of such effects on reproductive parameters in males and females is still limited. Therefore, the present review aims to compile the studies on the effects of IUGR on reproductive parameters in males and females, as well as proposed interventions to decrease the incidence of the condition and its effects. Findings on this issue will provide valuable information about the reproductive morphophysiology of IUGR pigs, establishing strategies to minimize economic losses to the production system.(AU)

Body condition factor and diet the endemic ichthyofauna in streams of the Atlantic Forest inside and outside in an environmental protection area / Fator de condição corporal e dieta da ictiofauna endêmica em riachos da Mata Atlântica dentro e fora de uma área de proteção ambiental

This is paper we analyze the diet and body condition factor (Mi) of three endemic species inside and outside an environmental protection area, to compare the effectiveness of the protection area in providing a greater spectrum of food items and greater environmental well-being to ichthyofauna. The study area comprised streams of the Ribeira do Iguape River basin, Campos Gerais National Park (CGNP), Paraná state and its surroundings. Eleven streams were sampled inside and outside, using electric fishing. A Permutational Multivariate Analysis of Variance to investigate the composition of food items and a Permutational Analysis of Multivariate Dispersions was used to investigate the variability between food items. The Scaled Mass Index (Mi) of the body condition was used to determine the relative condition factor of each individual of each species. Regarding the diet, there were no significant differences between inside and outside in the composition and variability of food items, this similarity may be associated with existing environmental degradation inside. However, the Mi was significant, and only one species presented greater well-being inside, because inside streams receive greater allochthonous intake of riparian vegetation, but, when it comes to the two species that perform the link of the aquatic food web with the terrestrial, the opposite occurred. These results indicate that the studied fragment, under anthropic pressures, is currently unable to conserve its biodiversity. The inside has no Management Plan, the manager must elaborate and implement it as a first step so that the situation can be reverted and the conservation effectiveness ensured in this highly threatened area, characterized by being one of the most important remnants of the Atlantic Forest, having relevant ecosystem services from a rare humid forest of Araucaria.(AU)

Neste trabalho, analisamos dieta e fator de condição corporal (Mi) de três espécies endêmicas dentro e fora de uma área de proteção ambiental, para comparar a efetividade da área protegida em subsidiar maior espectro de itens alimentares e maior bem-estar ambiental à ictiofauna. A área de estudo compreendeu riachos que fazem parte da bacia hidrográfica do Rio Ribeira de Iguape, interior e imediações do Parque Nacional dos Campos Gerais (PNCG), estado do Paraná. Foram amostrados 11 riachos dentro e fora, com auxílio de pesca elétrica. A Análise de Variância Multivarada Permutacional foi usada para investigar a composição dos itens alimentares e a Análise Permutacional de Dispersões Multivariadas para investigar a variabilidade entre os itens alimentares. O Índice de Massa Escalonado (Mi) de condição corporal foi usado para determinar o fator de condição relativo de cada indivíduo de cada espécie. Para a dieta analisada não houve diferenças significavas entre dentro e fora, na composição e na variabilidade de itens alimentares, esta similaridade pode estar associada a degradação ambiental existente dentro. Entretanto, o Mi foi significativo, sendo que somente uma espécie apresentou maior bem-estar dentro, porque os riachos de cabeceira de dentro recebem maior aporte alóctone de vegetação ripária, porém, quando se trata das duas espécies que realizam o elo da teia alimentar aquática com a terrestre ocorreu o contrário. Esses resultados indicam que o fragmento estudado, submetido a pressões antrópicas, apresenta-se incapaz de conservar essa biodiversidade. O interior não tem plano de manejo, o gestor deve elaborá-lo e implementá-lo como um primeiro passo para que a situação possa ser revertida e a efetividade da conservação assegurada nessa área altamente ameaçada, caracterizada por ser um dos remanescentes mais importantes da Mata Atlântica, possuindo relevantes serviços ecossistêmicos oriundos de uma rara floresta úmida de Araucária.(AU)

Farelo de mamona em dietas para tilápia do Nilo / Castor bean bran in diets for Nile tilapia

No cultivo de peixes, um dos entraves é o gasto com a alimentação, que pode chegar até 70% dos custos de produção. Diante desse fato, os pesquisadores vêm buscando soluções, para minimizar estes custos por meio da substituição de ingredientes tradicionais por alternativos. Neste sentido, o presente estudo visa avaliar a inclusão do farelo de mamona em dietas para alevinos de tilápia do Nilo. Foram utilizados 144 animais com peso médio inicial 0,8 ± 0,01 g, distribuídos em 24 aquários de polietileno, com capacidade para 80L de água, cada um, interligados a um sistema de recirculação, emdelineamento experimental inteiramente casualizado, composto por quatro tratamentos: 0,0; 3,0; 6,0 e 9,0% de farelo de mamona, com seis repetições, cada um. Ao término do período experimental foram avaliados: peso final, comprimento total, taxa de sobrevivência, ganho empeso, consumo de ração, conversão alimentar aparente, taxa de eficiência proteica, fator de condição, e os índices hepatossomático e lipossomático. Ofarelo de mamona apresentou efeito linear decrescente sobre o peso final, comprimento total e ganho empeso. Desta forma, a inclusão do farelo de mamona em dietas para alevinos de tilápia do Nilo comprometeu o ganho empeso destes animais.(AU)

In fish farming, one of the barriers is the cost of food, which can reach up to 70% of production costs. Faced with this fact, researchers have been looking for solutions to minimize these costs by replacing traditional ingredients with alternative ones. In this sense, the present study aims to evaluate the inclusion of castor bean bran in diets for Nile tilapia fingerlings. We used 144 animals with a mean initial weight of 0.8 ± 0.01 g, distributed in 24 polyethylene aquariums, with a capacity of 80L ofwater, connected to a recirculation system, in a completely randomized experimental design, consisting of four treatments: 0.0; 3.0; 6.0 and 9.0% of castor bean bran, with six replications each. At the end of the experimental period, final weight, total length, survival rate, weight gain, feed intake, apparent feed conversion, protein efficiency rate, condition factor, and hepatosomatic and liposomatic index. Castor bean bran showed a decreasing linear effect on final weight, total length and weight gain. Thus, the inclusion of castor bean bran in diets for Nile tilapia fingerlings compromised the weight gain of these animals.(AU)

Primary pulmonary chondrosarcoma in a bitch

Background: Primary lung neoplasms are uncommon in veterinary medicine, and when they develop, they are more frequently observed to be of epithelial origin. Although chondrosarcomas are the second most diagnosed type of neoplasm in dogs at skeletal sites, their development in extraskeletal tissues, including the spleen, aorta, heart, tongue, peritoneum, and lungs, corresponds to approximately only 1% of cases. Therefore, the occurrence of primary pulmonary chondrosarcoma is considered very rare in domestic animals. Considering the rare occurrence and scarcity of data regarding its development, the present report describes the clinical and pathological aspects of a case of primary pulmonary chondrosarcoma in a bitch. Case: A 8-year-old mixed-breed bitch, weighing 14.2 kg, was examined at one private veterinary clinic with the principal complaint of prolonged respiratory distress and resistance to exercise. Clinical evaluation revealed tachypnea with expiratory dyspnea due to intense pleural effusion, tachycardia, and diffusely pale mucous membranes. Thoracocentesis was performed with drainage of 1000 mL of modified transudate, and fluid cytology, blood count, and chest radiography were performed. Cytological analysis of the thoracic fluid did not identify neoplastic cells, the blood count showed intense regenerative anemia, and the radiograph showed an extensive area of consolidation in the left caudal lung lobe, compatible with neoplasia. The results of the tests performed, in addition to the evolution of the clinical picture and the impossibility of performing the indicated surgical intervention, culminated in the patient's unfavorable prognosis, followed by euthanasia, necropsy, and histopathological evaluation of the collected material. Necropsy revealed a white neoplastic formation with reddish areas and firm consistency that diffused into the parenchyma of the left caudal lung lobe with invasion of the rib cage, fracture of the fifth and sixth left ribs, diaphragmatic metastasis, intense hydrothorax, and moderate hydroperitoneum. Microscopically, in the histological sections of the lung and diaphragm, poorly differentiated mesenchymal cells with moderate anisocytosis and anisokaryosis and interspersed with them, moderately differentiated chondrocytes surrounded by chondroid matrix, moderate anisocytosis and anisokaryosis, and a low mitotic index culminated in the diagnosis of primary pulmonary mesenchymal chondrosarcoma. Discussion: Malignant epithelial neoplasms were suspected; however, the histopathological features observed were compatible with primary pulmonary chondrosarcoma. The characteristics of the fluid collected through thoracentesis led to its classification as a modified transudate, which is often associated with neoplastic and hemorrhagic processes; both alterations were present in this case. The diagnosis of primary pulmonary chondrosarcoma was established based on the histopathological findings since the cell type and distribution observed in the present case were compatible with the typical pattern observed in extraskeletal chondrosarcomas. An unfavorable prognosis is common in cases of primary or metastatic lung neoplasm since, in most cases, the condition is identified in the advanced stages of the disease, making therapeutic management challenging. Given the increase in the number of dog deaths due to neoplasms in recent years, this case report may contribute to a better understanding of the biological behavior of pulmonary chondrosarcoma and assist in the choice of treatment to be adopted when required.

Reproductive behavior of Pantaneiros sheep, Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil

The objective was to evaluate fertility, cyclicality behavior, and sexual performance of Pantaneiro sheep throughout the year's photoperiods in Mato Grosso do Sul - Brazil. Two experiments were conducted. In experiment one, the ewes used aged between 2 and 4 years, distributed in three homogeneous groups of 54 animals and subjected to reproductive evaluation in three different predefined luminosity periods, consisting of autumn (11h 45 min.), spring (12h 30 min.), and summer (12h 55 min.). The characteristics studied were body weight (BW), body condition score (BCC), estrus distribution (EST), percentage of pregnant females per cycle (%P), plasma progesterone (PP), and fertility (F) in the three predefined seasons. The mating system used was controlled natural nocturnal and lasted for 45 days. Experiment two, evaluated the ram sexual activity. The males (10) were individually exposed to four ovariectomized ewes. The ewes cycled during evaluated seasons, and the highest fertility was observed in animals with BCC >2.75. The PP concentration differed among periods, and higher conception rates (F) were observed in autumn and spring. The rams (75%) had a medium of sexual performance when they performed more than two ejaculations in 20 min throughout the seasons. Pantaneiro sheep of both genders had a similar fertility index, with early and constant activity throughout the year, displaying no photoperiodism or seasonality.

Life-History traits of Hollandichthys multifascitus (Eigenmann & Norris, 1900) (Characiformes: Characidae) in coastal Atlantic Forest blackwater streams from Southeastern Brazil

Ecological and life history traits have been used to understand the basic ecology of fishes. This study aimed to examine the existence of plasticity in life history traits of populations of Hollandichthys multifasciatus in ten blackwater streams. This is an inseminating Characidae, endemic to the Atlantic coastal drainages of Brazil. Different aspects of the life-history of the species, such as mean length, sex ratio, absolute and relative fecundity, gonadosomatic index, condition factor, length-weight relationship and the growth parameter (b) of 185 specimens were studied during the period of low precipitation (June-September). Fish samples were obtained along a 100 m stretch of each stream, and some habitat variables recorded. ANOVA and Kruskal-Wallis tests indicated a similarity in most of the analyzed traits, with exception of the mean length of immatures, Gonadosomatic Index of mature males and condition factor of immatures and mature adults. Also, slope tests of the length-weight relationship were significantly different for immatures. The observed differences were attributed to heterogeneity in food availability and/or other site-specific factors, which may influence growth and/or breeding aspects among the studied localities. The approach used herein may improve understanding of trait plasticity under natural conditions, helping to understand fish-community responses to anthropogenic changes.(AU)

Estimation of genetic parameters in dairy production in girolando cattle / Estimação de parâmetros genéticos na produção leiteira em bovinos girolando

Milk production is an important economic activity in Brazil. Dairy farmers would benefit from animal breeding programs that aid in identification and selection of animals with the best cost/benefit ratio to maximize productivity, and additionally provide advice on disposal of less productive animals. This study aims to estimate the heritability and repeatability of milk production corrected for 305 days (PL305) in a herd of Girolando cattle. We analyzed 528 lactations in 251 cows. For the analysis, uniform a priori distribution was defined for systematic effects. Gaussian and inverted Wishart distributions were defined as a priori distributions for random effects. The variance components were estimated based on Bayesian inference using the MCMCglmm function available in the MCMCglmm package of the R software. Convergence was verifed with the Geweke test available in the R software. The heritability and repeatability were estimated from the variance component results. Heritability was at 0.28, suggesting that selection for the milk production trait leads to efficient genetic progress in the herd. Phenotypic variance was mainly due to environmental variance; therefore, the phenotype of individuals should not be considered as indicator for additive genetic variance. Repeatability was at 0.93, indicating that the first performance of the animals based on milk production average is a good indicator of the second, and the data could be used for disposal decisions.(AU)

A produção de leite é uma das atividades econômicas mais importantes da agropecuária brasileira. Produtores podem usufruir de programas de melhoramento genético que permitem a identificação dos melhores animais e sua seleção para maximizar a produtividade com a melhor relação custo/benefício, além do aconselhamento do descarte de animais menos produtivos. Objetivou-se estimar a herdabilidade e repetibilidade da produção de leite corrigida para 305 dias (PL305) de um rebanho de bovinos da raça Girolando. Foram analisadas 528 lactações de 251 vacas. Para análise foi definida a distribuição uniforme a priori para efeitos sistemáticos. As distribuições de Wishart gaussiana e invertida foram definidas como distribuições a priori para efeitos aleatórios. Os componentes de variância foram estimados utilizando inferência bayesiana pela função MCMCglmm disponível no pacote MCMCglmm do software R. A convergência foi verificada pelo teste de Geweke disponível no software R. Após a obtenção dos componentes de variância foram estimados a herdabilidade e repetibilidade. A herdabilidade observada foi 0,28, o que sugere que a seleção para esta característica resultará em progresso genético eficiente no rebanho. A maior parte da variância fenotípica é devido a variância ambiental, com isso, o fenótipo dos indivíduos não é um bom indicador da variância genética aditiva. A repetibilidade foi de 0,93, indicando que o primeiro desempenho dos animais é considerado um bom indicador do segundo, podendo ser utilizadas em decisões de descarte.(AU)

Quality of commercial soybean grain and post-harvest economic losses in farming in West Pará, Brazil / Qualidade de grãos comerciais de soja e perdas ecônomicas na pós-colheita em lavoura no Oeste do Pará, Brasil

The soybean production chain is one of the main agribusiness products. In this context, the grain market is constantly expanding. Thus, it is important to carry out the characterization of soybeans and define their qualities. The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of commercial soybean grains in post-harvest, as well as the economic losses in a crop in the municipality of Mojuí dos Campos, Pará. Two types of cultivars at 4280(IPRO) and 8644 (IPRO) were used, harvested on different days and plots.Data collection was carried out by monitoring the post-harvest process. The information regarding the grains was obtained through the classification report provided by the company accredited to classify the grains. The methods used were carried out in accordance with the Technical Regulation of Soybeans of Normative Instruction No. 11, of May 15, 2007, of the Ministry of Agriculture, Pecuária e Abastecimento (MAPA). Data were analyzed by PROC TTEST in SAS version 19.0 at a significance level of 5%. The results showed that, in the period of harvesting of cultivar 8644(IPRO), there was a higher rate of rainfall compared to the days of harvesting of cultivar 4280(IPRO). The total of discounted grains was 15.101t for the cultivar 4280(IPRO). The wet grain is the only parameter responsible for the discount in both cultivars. The total of discounted grains referring to cultivar 8644(IPRO) was 30.218t. The wet grains for the cultivar had the highest classification rate on the fourth day of harvest, with a total of 23.20%, being related to the decrease in the percentage of broken grains (1.60%) and a higher index of burnt/damaged grains. It is concluded that the cultivar 4280(IPRO) presented a lower grain discount compared to the cultivar 8644(IPRO). Consequently, cultivar 8644 presented greater economic damage to the property.

A cadeia produtiva da soja é um dos principais produtos do agronegócio. Nesse contexto, o mercado de grãos está em constante expansão. Assim, faz-se importante realizar a caracterização dos grãos de soja e definir as suas qualidades. O objetivo neste estudo foi avaliar a qualidade de grãos comerciais de soja na pós-colheita, bem como as perdas econômicas em uma lavoura no município de Mojuí dos Campos, Pará. Foram utilizados dois tipos de cultivares a 4280(IPRO)e 8644(IPRO), colhidas em diferentes dias e parcelas. A coleta dos dados foi realizada por meio do acompanhamento do processo de pós-colheita. As informações referentes aos grãos foram obtidas por meio do Laudo de classificação fornecido pela empresa credenciada a classificar os grãos. Os métodos empregados foram realizados conforme o Regulamento Técnico da Soja da Instrução Normativa Nº 11, de 15 de maio de 2007, do Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento (MAPA).Os dados foram analisados pelo PROC TTEST no SAS versão 19.0 a um nível de significância de 5%. Os resultados mostraram que, no período de colheita da cultivar 8644(IPRO), houve um maior índice de precipitação pluvial em comparação com os dias de colheita da cultivar 4280(IPRO). O total de grãos descontados foi de 15,101t para a cultivar 4280(IPRO). O grão úmido é o único parâmetro responsável pelo desconto em ambas as cultivares. O total de grãos descontados referentes à cultivar 8644(IPRO)foi de 30,218t. Os grãos úmidos para a cultivar obtiveram maior taxa de classificação no quarto dia da colheita com total de 23,20%, tendo relação com a diminuição da porcentagem dos grãos quebrados (1,60%) e um maior índice de grãos ardidos/avariados. Conclui-se que a cultivar 4280(IPRO), apresentou menor desconto de grãos em comparação com a cultivar 8644(IPRO). Por consequência a cultivar 8644 apresentou maior dano econômico à propriedade.

Quality of commercial soybean grain and post-harvest economic losses in farming in West Pará, Brazil / Qualidade de grãos comerciais de soja e perdas ecônomicas na pós-colheita em lavoura no Oeste do Pará, Brasil

The soybean production chain is one of the main agribusiness products. In this context, the grain market is constantly expanding. Thus, it is important to carry out the characterization of soybeans and define their qualities. The objective of this study was to evaluate the quality of commercial soybean grains in post-harvest, as well as the economic losses in a crop in the municipality of Mojuí dos Campos, Pará. Two types of cultivars at 4280(IPRO) and 8644 (IPRO) were used, harvested on different days and plots.Data collection was carried out by monitoring the post-harvest process. The information regarding the grains was obtained through the classification report provided by the company accredited to classify the grains. The methods used were carried out in accordance with the Technical Regulation of Soybeans of Normative Instruction No. 11, of May 15, 2007, of the Ministry of Agriculture, Pecuária e Abastecimento (MAPA). Data were analyzed by PROC TTEST in SAS version 19.0 at a significance level of 5%. The results showed that, in the period of harvesting of cultivar 8644(IPRO), there was a higher rate of rainfall compared to the days of harvesting of cultivar 4280(IPRO). The total of discounted grains was 15.101t for the cultivar 4280(IPRO). The wet grain is the only parameter responsible for the discount in both cultivars. The total of discounted grains referring to cultivar 8644(IPRO) was 30.218t. The wet grains for the cultivar had the highest classification rate on the fourth day of harvest, with a total of 23.20%, being related to the decrease in the percentage of broken grains (1.60%) and a higher index of burnt/damaged grains. It is concluded that the cultivar 4280(IPRO) presented a lower grain discount compared to the cultivar 8644(IPRO). Consequently, cultivar 8644 presented greater economic damage to the property.(AU)

A cadeia produtiva da soja é um dos principais produtos do agronegócio. Nesse contexto, o mercado de grãos está em constante expansão. Assim, faz-se importante realizar a caracterização dos grãos de soja e definir as suas qualidades. O objetivo neste estudo foi avaliar a qualidade de grãos comerciais de soja na pós-colheita, bem como as perdas econômicas em uma lavoura no município de Mojuí dos Campos, Pará. Foram utilizados dois tipos de cultivares a 4280(IPRO)e 8644(IPRO), colhidas em diferentes dias e parcelas. A coleta dos dados foi realizada por meio do acompanhamento do processo de pós-colheita. As informações referentes aos grãos foram obtidas por meio do Laudo de classificação fornecido pela empresa credenciada a classificar os grãos. Os métodos empregados foram realizados conforme o Regulamento Técnico da Soja da Instrução Normativa Nº 11, de 15 de maio de 2007, do Ministério da Agricultura, Pecuária e Abastecimento (MAPA).Os dados foram analisados pelo PROC TTEST no SAS versão 19.0 a um nível de significância de 5%. Os resultados mostraram que, no período de colheita da cultivar 8644(IPRO), houve um maior índice de precipitação pluvial em comparação com os dias de colheita da cultivar 4280(IPRO). O total de grãos descontados foi de 15,101t para a cultivar 4280(IPRO). O grão úmido é o único parâmetro responsável pelo desconto em ambas as cultivares. O total de grãos descontados referentes à cultivar 8644(IPRO)foi de 30,218t. Os grãos úmidos para a cultivar obtiveram maior taxa de classificação no quarto dia da colheita com total de 23,20%, tendo relação com a diminuição da porcentagem dos grãos quebrados (1,60%) e um maior índice de grãos ardidos/avariados. Conclui-se que a cultivar 4280(IPRO), apresentou menor desconto de grãos em comparação com a cultivar 8644(IPRO). Por consequência a cultivar 8644 apresentou maior dano econômico à propriedade.(AU)

Reproductive disorders and reconception of beef cows subjected to timed artificial insemination / Perdas reprodutivas e reconcepção em fêmeas bovinas de corte submetidas a inseminação artificial em tempo fixo

The objective of this study was to evaluate gestational losses between 30 and 120 days of gestation and reconception in beef cows submitted to fixed-time artificial insemination (FTAI). The 18,462 information from the zootechnical file of animals submitted to FTAI in the period of the breeding season from November 2019 to April 2020 in the semiarid region of Minas Gerais were analyzed. The parameters evaluated were gestational loss, animal category, presence of the calf with the cow, body condition score (BCS) and final situation of the breeding season of the females that lost gestation after FTAI, the data were analyzed by Person's chi-square test (χ²) and Kruskal-Wallis test, with a significance level of 5% with use of the SPSS program. The final pregnancy rate was 58.52%. The loss rate between the first and second gestational diagnosis was 3.6%. Dependence was observed between the variables category and gestational loss (χ²= 12.374, p<0.05). The presence of the calf or not at the foot of the cow had no influence in relation to gestational loss (p>0.05). The difference in BSC between the categories was significant (p<0.05). Final situation was influenced (p<0.05) by animal category. Calving order and body condition score significantly influenced the gestational loss rate.

O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar as perdas gestacionais entre 30 e 120 dias de gestação e reconcepção em vacas de corte submetidas à inseminação artificial em tempo fixo (IATF). Foram analisadas 18.462 informações do arquivo zootécnico de animais submetidos a IATF no período da estação de monta de novembro de 2019 a abril de 2020 na região do semiárido de Minas Gerais. Os parâmetros avaliados foram perda gestacional, categoria animal, presença do bezerro ao pé da vaca, escore de condição corporal (ECC) e situação final da estação de monta das fêmeas que perderam gestação após a IATF, os dados foram analisados pelo teste qui-quadrado de Person (χ²) e teste de Kruskal-Wallis, com nível de significância de 5% com uso do programa SPSS. A taxa de prenhez final foi de 58,52%. A taxa de perdas entre o primeiro e segundo diagnóstico gestacional foi de 3,6%. Observou-se dependência entre as variáveis categoria e perda gestacional (X²= 12,374, p<0,05). A presença do bezerro ou não ao pé da vaca, não teve influência em relação a perda gestacional (p>0,05). A diferença do ECC entre as categorias foi significativa (p<0,05). A situação final foi influenciada (p<0,05) pela categoria animal. A ordem de parição e o escore de condição corporal influenciam significativamente a taxa de perda gestacional.

Quality of free-range and commercial eggs subjected to different storage periods and temperatures / Qualidade de ovos caipiras e comerciais submetidos a diferentes períodos e temperaturas de armazenamento

The objective was to evaluate the internal quality of eggs from commercial laying hens and free-range hens subjected to different storage periods and temperatures. For the experiment, 280 eggs were randomly distributed into different treatments, adopting a completely randomized design, in a 2 x 7 factorial arrangement of two temperatures, seven storage periods, totaling 14 treatments with 10 replications. The treatments consisted of two storage conditions: under refrigeration (6 ± 1.0ºC) and at room temperature (26.6 ± 1.0ºC). Eggs were analyzed for 30 days, with evaluations in different storage periods (0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 days). For each storage condition, 140 eggs were separated, 70 commercial eggs and 70 free-range eggs. There was a linear increase in egg weight loss, yolk weight, albumen pH, yolk pH, length and width of albumen and yolk of commercial and free-range eggs, as the storage period increased. There was a linear reduction in weight, height and albumen index and in the yolk index of commercial and free-range eggs as the storage period increased, with more pronounced responses for eggs stored at room temperature (P<0.05). Albumen percentage was linearly reduced only for commercial eggs (P<0.05). Eggs kept at room temperature reduce their quality after 15 days of storage, and the storage under refrigeration for 30 days is recommended to preserve the shelf life of the egg for consumption.

Objetivou-se avaliar a qualidade interna de ovos provenientes de poedeiras comerciais e de galinhas caipiras submetidos a diferentes períodos e temperaturas de armazenamento. Para o experimento, foram utilizados 280 ovos. Os ovos foram distribuídos aleatoriamente nos diferentes tratamentos adotando-se o delineamento experimental inteiramente casualizado, em esquema fatorial 2 x 7, duas temperaturas, sete períodos de armazenamento, totalizando 14 tratamentos com 10 repetições. Os tratamentos consistiram em duas condições de armazenamento: sob refrigeração (6 ± 1,0ºC) e em temperatura ambiente (26,6 ± 1,0ºC). Os ovos foram analisados por um período de 30 dias, com avaliações realizadas em diferentes períodos de armazenamento (0, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25 e 30 dias). Para cada condição de armazenamento, foram separados 140 ovos, sendo 70 ovos comerciais e 70 ovos caipiras. Ocorreu aumento linear na perda de peso dos ovos, peso da gema, pH do albúmen, pH da gema, comprimento e largura do albúmen e da gema dos ovos comerciais e caipiras, à medida que se aumentava o período de armazenamento. Verificou-se redução linear no peso, altura e índice do albúmen e no índice da gema dos ovos comerciais e caipiras conforme se aumentava o período de armazenamento, com respostas mais acentuadas para ovos acondicionados em temperatura ambiente (P<0,05). A porcentagem de albúmen foi reduzida linearmente apenas para ovos comerciais (P<0,05). Ovos mantidos sob temperatura ambiente reduzem a sua qualidade a partir dos 15 dias de armazenamento, sendo o armazenamento sob refrigeração durante o período de 30 dias, o recomendado para preservar a vida de prateleira do ovo para consumo.

Productive performance and ingestive behavior of crossbred heifers in integrated livestock-forest systems

The present study aimed to assess the productive performance, ingestive behavior, and thermal condition of crossbred beef heifers in an integrated livestock-forest (ILF) system with different tree-planting designs. Seventy-two ½ Angus ½ Nellore heifers were divided in three treatments­conventional system (CS) without eucalyptus, integrated livestock system with 187 eucalyptus ha−1 (ILF-1L), and integrated livestock system with 446 eucalyptus ha−1 (ILF-3L)­, in the winter and summer. Total dry mass of forage (TDM), chemical analysis of Marandu palisadegrass, average daily gain (ADG), stocking rate (SR), weight gain per area (WGA), behavior, microclimatic variables, and thermal comfort indexes were evaluated. A higher percentage of crude protein and lower TDM and SR were observed in ILF-1L and ILF-3L, with no differences for ADG and WGA. Ambient temperature, temperature-humidity index, black globe-humidity index, and radiant heat load were better in ILF-1L and ILF-3L. Heifers in ILF-1L and ILF-3L carried out grazing, resting, rumination, and other activities in the shade. In the summer, heifers in ILF-1L and ILF-3L spent less time resting and more time in rumination and performing other activities than those in the CS. In conclusion, the better forage quality in ILF-1L and ILF-3L does not alter the performance of heifers or WGA, despite the decreased TDM and SR. Furthermore, ILF-1L and ILF-3L provide better thermal comfort, and heifers that do not have access to shade decrease their activities as a strategy to reduce the use of energy for thermal regulation process.(AU)

Seeds of Cucurbita maxima and Carica papaya are effective for controlling monogeneans in the gills of Leporinus macrocephalus / Sementes de Cucurbita maxima e Carica papaya são eficazes no controle de monogenéticos das brânquias de Leporinus macrocephalus

This study was carried out to evaluate the anthelminthic efficacy of seeds of Cucurbita maxima and Carica papaya for controlling monogeneans in the gills of Leporinus macrocephalus, besides hepatosomatic and splenosomatic index and condition factor of host. The fish were fed with seeds of C. maxima or C. papaya for seven days, and these treatments did not cause any mortality among them. Jainus leporini, Urocleidoides paradoxus, Urocleidoides eremitus and Tereancistrum parvus were the monogeneans found, and their prevalence in fish fed with seeds of C. papaya was 100%, while in fish fed with C. maxima the prevalence was 42.8%. Fish fed with seeds of C. papaya showed decreased in intensity and abundance of monogeneans, while fish fed with seeds of C. maxima presented decreased in abundance. Feeding of L. macrocephalus with seeds of C. maxima or C. papaya had efficacy of 69.6 and 67.8%, respectively. The hepatosomatic index of fish fed with seeds of C. maxima or C. papaya was not affected by the treatments. However, the splenosomatic index and condition factor of fish fed with C. maxima seeds decreased. Seeds of C. maxima and C. papaya may be used for controlling monogeneans of L. macrocephalus in fish farming.(AU)

Este estudo avaliou a eficácia antihelmíntica de sementes de Cucurbita maxima e Carica papaya no controle de monogenéticos das brânquias de Leporinus macrocephalus, além do índice hepatossomático e esplenossomático e do fator de condição do hospedeiro. Os peixes foram alimentados com sementes de C. maxima ou C. papaya durante sete dias, e os tratamentos não causaram mortalidade. Monogenéticos Jainus leporini, Urocleidoides paradoxus, Urocleidoides eremitus e Tereancistrum parvus tiveram prevalência de 100% nos peixes alimentados com sementes de C. papaya, enquanto nos peixes alimentados com C. maxima a prevalência foi de 42,8%. Os peixes alimentados com sementes de C. papaya apresentaram diminuição na intensidade média e abundância média de monogenéticos, enquanto os peixes alimentados com sementes de C. maxima apresentaram uma diminuição na abundância média. A alimentação de L. macrocephalus com sementes de C. maxima ou C. papaya teve eficácia de 69,6 e 67,8%, respectivamente. O índice hepatossomático dos peixes alimentados com sementes de C. maxima ou C. papaya não foi afetada pelos tratamentos. No entanto, o índice esplenossomático e o fator de condição dos peixes alimentados com sementes de C. maxima diminuíram. Sementes de C. maxima e C. papaya podem ser usadas no controle de monogenéticos das brânquias de L. macrocephalus em piscicultura.(AU)

Use of aerobic treadmill exercises on nerve regeneration after sciatic nerve injury in spontaneously hypertensive rats

Purpose: Various postoperative protocols have been proposed to improve outcomes and accelerate nerve regeneration. Recently, the use of physical exercise in a post-surgical neurorraphy procedure has shown good results when started early. We experimentally investigated the hypothesis that post-operative exercise speeds up results and improves clinical and morphologic parameters. Methods: Isogenic rats were randomly divided into four groups: 1 SHAM; 2 SHAM submitted to the exercise protocol (EP); 3 Grafting of the sciatic nerve; and 4 Grafting of the sciatic nerve associated with the EP. The EP was based on aerobic activities with a treadmill, with a progressive increase in time and intensity during 6 weeks. The results were evaluated by the sciatic functional index (SFI), morphometric and morphologic analysis of nerve distal to the lesion, and the number of spinal cord motor neurons, positive to the marker Fluoro-Gold (FG), captured retrogradely through neurorraphy. Results: Functional analysis (SFI) did not show a statistical difference between the group grafted with (­50.94) and without exercise (-65.79) after 90 days. The motoneurons count (Spinal cord histology) also showed no diference between these groups (834.5 × 833 respectively). Although functionally there is no difference between these groups, morphometric study showed a greater density (53.62) and larger fibers (7.762) in GRAFT group. When comparing both operated groups with both SHAM groups, all values were much lower. Conclusions: The experimental model that this aerobic treadmill exercises protocol did not modify nerve regeneration after sciatic nerve injury and repair with nerve graft.

Comparação de métodos de avaliação corpórea de cães da raça labrador e teckel / Comparison of body assessment methods for labrador and teckel dogs / Comparación de métodos de evaluación corporal para perros labrador y teckel

Uma nutrição apropriada é um dos pré-requisitos mais importantes para a saúde e bem-estar animal, e a manutenção do peso ideal pode prevenir inúmeras doenças. Diferentes métodos de avaliação da condição corpórea vêm sendo empregados na medicina veterinária. Apesar da alta reprodutibilidade do escore de condição corpórea (ECC), ainda existem preocupações sobre subjetividade e precisão, e os métodos morfológicos, como o índice de massa corporal canina (IMCC), aparecem como uma alternativa para essa desvantagem, por ser um método quantitativo. O estudo avaliou o IMCC de 50 cães, 30 da raça labrador e 20 da raça teckel e comparou com os ECCs. Informações sobre características dos animais, hábito alimentar e tipo de manejo, também foram analisados quanto à condição corpórea apresentada. A comparação entre os métodos de ECC e IMCC apresentou discrepância de classificação em um elevado número de animais, a característica da morfologia corporal dos cães pode interferir com sua precisão.

Proper nutrition is one of the most important prerequisites for animal health and welfare, and dogs optimal weight maintenance can prevent numerous diseases. Different methods of corporeal condition evaluation have been used in veterinary medicine. Although widely used, the body condition score (BCS) is a test influenced by the evaluator experience and a quantitative method, such as the dog body mass index (IMCC), appears as an alternative to this disadvantage. However, the large variation in the body morphology dogs can interfere with their accuracy. The study evaluated 50 dogs IMCC, 30 Labrador breed and 20 Dachshund breed and compared with the animals ECC. Information on animal characteristics, eating habits and type of management were also analyzed for the body condition presented. The comparison between the ECC and IMCC methods showed a classification discrepancy in a high number of animals, the characteristic of the dogs' body morphology can interfere with its accuracy.

Una nutrición adecuada es uno de los requisitos previos más importantes para la salud y el bienestar de los animales, y el mantenimiento del peso ideal del perro puede prevenir numerosas enfermedades. En medicina veterinaria se han utilizado diferentes métodos para evaluar la condición corporal. Aunque ampliamente utilizado, la puntuación de la condición corporal (PCC) es una prueba influenciada por la experiencia del evaluador y los métodos cuantitativos, como el índice de masa corporal canina (IMCC), aparecen como una alternativa a esta desventaja. Sin embargo, la gran variación en la morfología corporal de los perros puede interferir con su precisión. El estudio evaluó el IMCC de 50 animales, 30 de la raza labrador y 20 de la raza teckel y lo comparó con los ECC. También se analizó la información sobre las características de los animales, los hábitos de alimentación y el tipo de manejo para determinar la condición corporal. La comparación entre los métodos ECC e IMCC mostró una discrepancia de clasificación en un alto número de animales, la característica de la morfología corporal de los perros puede interferir con su precisión.

Comparação de métodos de avaliação corpórea de cães da raça labrador e teckel / Comparison of body assessment methods for labrador and teckel dogs / Comparación de métodos de evaluación corporal para perros labrador y teckel

Uma nutrição apropriada é um dos pré-requisitos mais importantes para a saúde e bem-estar animal, e a manutenção do peso ideal pode prevenir inúmeras doenças. Diferentes métodos de avaliação da condição corpórea vêm sendo empregados na medicina veterinária. Apesar da alta reprodutibilidade do escore de condição corpórea (ECC), ainda existem preocupações sobre subjetividade e precisão, e os métodos morfológicos, como o índice de massa corporal canina (IMCC), aparecem como uma alternativa para essa desvantagem, por ser um método quantitativo. O estudo avaliou o IMCC de 50 cães, 30 da raça labrador e 20 da raça teckel e comparou com os ECCs. Informações sobre características dos animais, hábito alimentar e tipo de manejo, também foram analisados quanto à condição corpórea apresentada. A comparação entre os métodos de ECC e IMCC apresentou discrepância de classificação em um elevado número de animais, a característica da morfologia corporal dos cães pode interferir com sua precisão.(AU)

Proper nutrition is one of the most important prerequisites for animal health and welfare, and dogs optimal weight maintenance can prevent numerous diseases. Different methods of corporeal condition evaluation have been used in veterinary medicine. Although widely used, the body condition score (BCS) is a test influenced by the evaluator experience and a quantitative method, such as the dog body mass index (IMCC), appears as an alternative to this disadvantage. However, the large variation in the body morphology dogs can interfere with their accuracy. The study evaluated 50 dogs IMCC, 30 Labrador breed and 20 Dachshund breed and compared with the animals ECC. Information on animal characteristics, eating habits and type of management were also analyzed for the body condition presented. The comparison between the ECC and IMCC methods showed a classification discrepancy in a high number of animals, the characteristic of the dogs' body morphology can interfere with its accuracy.(AU)

Una nutrición adecuada es uno de los requisitos previos más importantes para la salud y el bienestar de los animales, y el mantenimiento del peso ideal del perro puede prevenir numerosas enfermedades. En medicina veterinaria se han utilizado diferentes métodos para evaluar la condición corporal. Aunque ampliamente utilizado, la puntuación de la condición corporal (PCC) es una prueba influenciada por la experiencia del evaluador y los métodos cuantitativos, como el índice de masa corporal canina (IMCC), aparecen como una alternativa a esta desventaja. Sin embargo, la gran variación en la morfología corporal de los perros puede interferir con su precisión. El estudio evaluó el IMCC de 50 animales, 30 de la raza labrador y 20 de la raza teckel y lo comparó con los ECC. También se analizó la información sobre las características de los animales, los hábitos de alimentación y el tipo de manejo para determinar la condición corporal. La comparación entre los métodos ECC e IMCC mostró una discrepancia de clasificación en un alto número de animales, la característica de la morfología corporal de los perros puede interferir con su precisión.(AU)

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)

Clinical and nutritional follow-up of cats with chronic kidney disease fed with a renal prescription diet

Background: The use of prescription diets for cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD) is one of the main managementapproach of this disease in cats, and is considered a renoprotective strategy that may promote increased survival and/orimprove quality of life, according to the stage of CKD. Besides that, nutritional assessment is important to monitor themaintenance of quality of life of the patients and their response to disease, especially those with chronic conditions. Theaim of this study was to follow the clinical and nutritional status of cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD) IRIS stagesII, III and IV fed with a renal prescription diet, followed for 12 months.Materials, Methods & Results: Patients were fed exclusively with a dry renal prescription diet and medications for themanagement of CKD were prescribed when needed. Exclusion criteria were cats that already received a renal prescriptiondiet or medications for the treatment of CKD. Cats were evaluated every 2 months, considering body weight (BW), bodycondition score (BCS), muscle mass score (MMS), clinical and laboratory parameters. In all assessments, a complete bloodcount and biochemistry were performed by conventional methods with the patient fasted for 12 h. In addition, urinalysis,urine protein:creatinine ratio (UPC) and urine culture were performed from a urine sample collected by cystocentesis.The quantitative variables were tested for their stability on consecutive assessments using the non-parametric Friedmantest, and did not present significant variation during follow-up, except for systolic blood pressure (SBP). Eight cats witha diagnosis of CKD were included in the study and 6 of them remained in the same CKD stage during follow-up. On catdied due to an unrelated CKD cause. Regarding nutritional assessment, 5 of 7 cats maintained BW during the 12 months...