Browsing by Author "Skaggs, Chris"
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Tolleson, Mallory Williams (2016-04-22)The objective of this study was to conduct a genome-wide association study for udder traits for crossbred cows. Average teat diameter, average teat length, and udder support score were evaluated in cows (n = 295) from 13 ...
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Johnston, Jessica Nichole (2015-06-02)Due to increased removal from the agricultural industry, the non-farming publics’ ability to gain firsthand experiences with agriculture may be limited. The knowledge gained from firsthand experiences may be restricted to ...
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Tomascik, Chelsea Roxanne (2012-02-14)Incidents affecting the livestock industry are unavoidable in today's society. These incidents can happen at livestock shows across the country putting thousands of exhibitors, visitors, employees and livestock in danger. ...
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Latham, Lindsey Elizabeth (2013-12-04)The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of FFA activities on critical thinking skills of Texas FFA members in three-star FFA chapters. This descriptive study was conducted in eight purposively selected ...
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Skaggs, Chris; Boleman, Chris (AgriLife Extension, Texas A&M University System; Texas A&M University. Libraries, )There are 24 possible placings on a class of 4 animals. The official judges rank the animals from top to bottom and designate cuts for each of these three pairs according to the difficulty of the decision.
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Busick, Brytann J. (2018-05-07)Society is distanced from agriculture. Therefore, consumers and producers lack opportunities to have firsthand interactions and experiences with each other. Lack of firsthand experiences, which are important to attitude ...
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Redwine, Tobin Dean (2014-12-12)Study abroad programs are important, increasing, impactful, and influential in agricultural disciplines. Research suggests that students who participate are changed. However, we do not yet have a clear understanding for ...
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Skaggs, Chris; Boleman, Chris T. (AgriLife Extension, Texas A&M University System; Texas A&M University. Libraries, )
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Skaggs, Chris; Boleman, Chris T. (AgriLife Extension, Texas A&M University System; Texas A&M University. Libraries, )
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Voges, Kristin Leigh (Texas A&M University, 2005-02-17)Beef subprimals (n = 356), representing USDA Low Choice and Select grades, were obtained from a major beef processor. Selected subprimals represented the normal weight variation and standard packer fat trim levels ...
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Cook, Dottie Ann (2015-11-17)Texas 4-H livestock projects provide exhibitors with life skill development and enhanced expertise in livestock systems and animal science knowledge. Livestock projects range from small animal species such as rabbits and ...
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House, Mason Trant (2021-08-18)Smutgrass (Sporobolus indicus) is an aggressive, perennial bunchgrass that invades introduced and native pastures primarily in the southeastern part of the United States. It is problematic to agriculture in range and pasture ...
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Henry, Julianne Shauna (2014-08-06)Agricultural students are falling behind when it comes to competing in the global marketplace. To help prepare students to compete in the global marketplace, participation in a high-impact experience such as study abroad ...
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Coufal, Dustin Wayne (2009-05-15)Each year, County Extension Agents dedicate many hours toward educational programs to serve clientele. One of the largest programs in 4-H is the youth livestock project. Livestock projects take a significant amount of time ...
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Atkins, Colton Allen (2014-05-30)This thesis aimed to determine where agricultural information was acquired by individuals in an agriculturally-related occupation in Texas and individuals 18 years of age or older involved with or within Texas agricultural ...
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Utilizing the Kirkpatrick Model to Evaluate a Collegiate High-Impact Leadership Development Program Miller, Bailee Jo (2018-04-05)The Dr. Joe Townsend ’67 Leadership Fellows is a high impact leadership development program offered through the Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications department of Texas A&M University in College Station, ...
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Why 4-H Members Leave: A Study of Discontinuance Through Both Current 4-H Members and Former Members Chilek, Kevin (2012-07-16)4-H members quit. It is part of every 4-H program, and according to the research, it is even part of growing up. If only we knew why they quit, we could possibly do something about it. To date, the reasons youth join ...