bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025 huggingface dataset:
Stylistic Use of Structural Meaning in Kanafani's Men in the Sun
Authors: Hago Elmahdi Omer Elsheikh , Mahyoub Hezam Abdulrahman Mokbel
Published: July 2020

This study aims at stylistically analyzing Men in the Sun in terms of the use of rhetorical questions and polyphony. The main objective is to show the contribution of these stylistic features (rhetorical questions and use of polyphony) in construing meaning and heightening the aesthetic values of novella and show how focus on specific stylistic features helps in analyzing a literary text. The researchers used the analytical approach to examine how the use of rhetorical questions and polyphony helps in constructing the meaning of the novella and highlighting its main themes. This study will be helpful to students of literature who want to better understand stylistic analysis and how writers use stylistic devices to enhance the meaning they want to convey. The study could also serve as a springboard for further studies in this area and could promote academic discourse on stylistic analysis of various Arabic literary works in English translation.
Developing an Integrated Pest Management for the Control of Groundnut Aphid (Aphis craccivora Koch) [Homoptera: Aphididae] in Ganye Area Adamawa State-Nigeria
Authors: C. S. Oaya
Published: July 2020

Field experiment was carried out under rain-fed conditions during the 2013 and 2014 cropping seasons at the Teaching and Research Farm of the Department of Agricultural Technology, Adamawa State College of Agriculture, Ganye, solely to develop an integrated pest management for the control of groundnut Aphid (Aphis craccivora Koch) [Homoptera: Aphididae]. The experimental Design used was the Randomized Complete Block Design (RCBD). Parameters measured were, average number of leaves per plot at 6 weeks after sowing, number of branches at 3 weeks after sowing, number of branches at 6 weeks after sowing, number of pods per plot, weight of harvested seeds per plot. The result obtained shows that, there was significant difference among the treatments in all the parameters measured at 0.05 level of probability using the Least Significant Difference (LSD). According to the results recorded, the highest mean yield of groundnut was obtained on plots treated with the combination of chemical and physical control methods (1444g) followed by plots treated with physical, chemical and cultural control methods combined (1296g). The highest mean number of pods per plant was recorded in the combination of physical, chemical and cultural control methods (18.00) followed by chemical and physical control methods as combined (15.00). The work shows that, the cultivation of groundnut with the control of groundnut Aphid (Aphis craccivora Koch) using integrated pest control applied as recommended facilitates better growth and guarantees good crop yield. The use of physical, chemical and cultural control method is profitable in Ganye Area of Adamawa State and is therefore suggested for use to local farmers.
Mycological Assessment of Deteriorated Lycopersicum esculentum Fruits Sold in Wukari Nigeria
Authors: A. C. Ogodo , D. I. Agwaranze , A. C. Kalu , I. A. Sabo , R. E. Aso , M. A. Okachi
Published: July 2020

Lycopersicum esculentum (Tomato) fruits are widely consumed in raw and processed forms owing to their high nutritional value. However, high water content makes them more prone to microbial attack especially spoilage by fungi. In this study, fungi associated with deteriorated tomato fruits sold in Wukari, Nigeria were assessed. A total of thirty (30) deteriorated tomato fruits were collected, ten (10) each from the three markets (Federal University up-gate mini market, New market and Yam market) and assessed for fungi using standard microbiological methods. The result shows that fungal load in all the markets ranged from 1.0 × 105 sfu/g to 3.0 × 105 sfu/g and Aspergillus niger, Aspergillus flavus, Rhodotorula species, Mucor species, Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Fusarium species were isolated from the various samples. The percentage occurrences of the various isolates on the samples show that Aspergillus niger was the most frequent (63.33%), followed by Fusarium species (43.33%), Aspergillus flavus (33.33%), Mucor species (26.67%) and Rhodotorula species (23.33%) while Saccharomyces cerevisiae (10.00%) was the least. In each sampling location, the percentage occurrences of all the species were highest at Yam market site (35%), followed by Federal University up-gate mini market (33.33%) while New market site was the least (31.67%). The pathogenicity result showed that the healthy tomato fruits after being inoculated with these fungi isolates deteriorated spontaneously through the period of 5 days and the organisms were recovered after culture on freshly prepared nutrient medium. Some of these organisms are known to be human pathogens, hence care must be taken when handling and using deteriorated tomatoes to avoid infections from these organisms.
Discord platform as an online learning environment for emergencies
Authors: Kruglyk Vladyslav , Bukreiev Dmitriy , Chornyi Pavlo , Kupchak Evgeniy , Sender Andrey
Published: July 2020

The study focuses on revealing the features of using the Discord platform as a means of creating a quality remote communication environment during emergency training. The authors present the results of the analysis of scientific developments of scientists in the issues of creation and use of distance learning tools, special attention is given to the problems of distance learning and the structure of its functioning. The authors point out that modern distance learning systems are not well developed for use in emergencies. The main problem is the insufficient level of development in the field of establishing communication channels of quality communication in the conditions of distance education, especially the attention is focused on schools and other institutions of secondary education. To solve this problem, scientists conduct a comparative analysis of distance communication tools, their features and capabilities in terms of the introduction of remote learning communication servers on them and reveals the features of the Bogdan Khmelnytsky Discord platform of Melitopol State Pedagogical University using Discord platform communication environment during distance learning quarantined by the worldwide pandemic of faith in COVID-19.
Efforts in improving managerial competency of executing and supervisory position with competency based training method
Authors: Ahmad Gofur
Published: July 2020

The purpose of this study was to determine whether the learning method through competency based training designed according to the results of the competency gap can improve managerial competencies in cooperation and communication of executing office holders and managerial competencies in self and others development as well as decision-making of the supervisory office holders. The research was conducted in Jakarta in one of government agencies by taking the executing and supervisory officials as research target. The research method used in this study is the method of action research, which among its aims is to find solutions to problems that exist in a particular study area. The results of the study showed that (1) there are significant differences between before and after holding competency based training for executing officials. The average Post-CBT value for executing positions was 3.45 which is higher than the average Pre-CBT value of 1.75. It illustrates that the learning method through competency based training designed according to the results of competency gaps can improve managerial competencies in cooperation and communication of executing office holders, and (2) there are significant differences between before and after holding competency based training for supervisory office holders. The average Post-CBT value for supervisory positions was 3.60 which is higher than the average Pre-CBT value of 1.80 which illustrates that the learning method through competency based training designed based on the results of competency gaps can improve managerial competencies in self and others development as well as decision-making for supervisory office holders.
Phenomenon Of SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) and Community Mindset
Authors: Sayyida Sayyida , Alwiyah Alwiyah
Published: July 2020

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are the core of modern economic life that is very important for economic development in Indonesia, so the government seeks to empower SMEs. Bluto - Sumenep has many SMEs but is difficult to develop. This study aims to analyze the phenomenon of SMEs in Bluto related to the success of their business in relation to education, skills and funds. Questionnaires were used to obtain data from 100 entrepreneurs. The result of correlation analysis shows that there is no relationship between business success with education, skill and fund. This result proves the unique phenomenon of the mindset of the Bluto people who consider that "being an employee is the main one, and the certificate is more important than the skill." The duties of society and government change the mindset of the Bluto people through approach and socialization.
Online Contract Worker Recruitment System at PT. Prospera Utama Officers
Authors: Nuraisyah Euis Siti , Lisnawati Dewi , Jasuma Octavia Noer
Published: July 2020

Human Resources (HR) One of the main keys in the process of finding a professional and qualified workforce. In order to attract attention to applicants, namely information sent through the website so that information can be accessed and choose people who meet job requirements. All companies in any industry can benefit from contingency or maintain professional recruitment or outsourcing processes for recruitment agencies. The employee recruitment system receives importance in the process of inputting and processing, because it makes it easier for the admin to input the ongoing recruitment and selection process. However, the recruitment system is currently related to anything related to data because the paper is scattered. From these considerations, it is necessary to develop the recruitment so that it can be accessed on the system so that it becomes more systematic, organized. In the development of this recruitment system using the method of swot analysis and elicitation. And use one of  the PHP programming language, the data base-server uses MySQL. The results achieved from the analysis of the system used by the author is to use UML (Unified Modeling Language). The results of this study are recruitment systems that can be stored more neatly and help the admin when inputting recruitment during the selection process.
Design Of Control Information System Web-Based 5R Action Plan (Case Study: PT. Bimasakti Karya Prima)
Authors: Padeli Padeli , Oktaviani Miatri , Latifah Della Nur
Published: July 2020

Abstract

The 5R Action Plan is a method for organizing, managing, and scheduling activities as a whole. To help do this, we need an application that is able to help the company control the workplace conditions. PT Bimasakti Karyaprima intends to update the 5R repair control system application more specifically in the action plan application, where they were previously still computerized to become a computerized application because the reasons for the old system of the 5R Action Plan activities can only be done by certain parties financing and scheduling that have not been certainly. a long time to send information. This study aims to analyze the problems that occur and then propose a system design at PT Bimasakti Karyaprima. Researchers collect data by observing, interviewing, and studying literature. The analytical method used by researchers is the PIECES analysis. Researchers use the Unified Modeling Language (UML) as a tool for creating model designs and system designs. The results of this study are a repair control application system that is created using the Codeigniter framework with PHP as the programming language and MySQL as the database. Finally, researchers use (QA) Quality Assurance Testing to test the functionality of the application system that researchers created.
Utilization of Blockchain Technology for Management E-Certificate Open Journal System
Authors: Agustin Farida , Aini Qurotul , Khoirunisa Alfiah , Nabila Efa Ayu
Published: July 2020

The application of blockchain technology in e-certificates in the open journal system is needed to validate and distribute managed e-certificates in each journal issue. With tools in the form of conceptualized and managed blockcerts allows users to use and verify the authenticity of e-certificates that are closely linked to the blockchain. Observation on the open journal system and applied blockchain tools in the form of blockcerts as a place to issue e-certificates with guaranteed security so that e-certificates are verified as well as managed data. Issuance of e-certificates is still considered unsafe because it can be easily forged. Specifically, this study produced two benefits, namely: (1) Issuance of e-certificates in an open journal system is more verified, data is managed and there will not be duplications or even falsification of e-certificates. (2) The reputation of the open journal system is better with a sense of trust. This research uses library study method by implementing e-certificate in an open journal system with blockchain technology tools such as blockcerts. In order that the results of the e-certificate issuance go well and to avoid any crime that threatens the authenticity of the e-certificate, this blockchain is used to guarantee that the e-certificate is safe and not easily falsified, duplicated or even easily replaced by those not granted access rights. By using blockchain technology, the data collected will be well managed and not easily falsified.
Isolation of Lactic Acid Bacteria from Tarhana
Authors: CEBECİ Aysun , POLAT Muhammet Fatih , ÇALIŞ Burak
Published: July 2020

Tarhana is a
staple food in Turkey and produced mainly by the fermentation of wheat flour
and yogurt. There are variations in its use, it can be consumed as a snack, or
as a soup, and its exact ingredients vary between different geographical
regions. Our study aims to isolate and identify lactic acid bacteria in tarhana
samples via biochemical and molecular biology identification techniques. Three
different tarhana samples were studied for their Gram reactions, catalase
activity, gas production, growth at 10oC and 45oC, in 6%
and 16% NaCl concentrations and at pH 4.4 and pH 9.6 for the biochemical tests.
For the molecular biology experiments, PCR-RFLP, sequencing and RAPD-PCR were
performed to identify organisms at the species and strain level.
Analisa Pengaruh Kualitas Website PPDB Terhadap Kepuasan Pengguna
Authors: Utami Lilyani Asri , Ishaq Ahmad , Maulidiyah Nurul
Published: July 2020

Website Penerimaan Peserta Didik Baru (PPDB) memberikan kemudahan bagi orang tua dan calon peserta didik baru dalam mengetahui informasi mengenai pelaksanaan seleksi penerimaan peserta didik baru, melakukan pendaftaran serta melakukan pemantauan hasil seleksi karena dapat dengan mudah diakses melalui gadget atau perangkat lain yang terkoneksi dengan internet. Permasalahan yang diangkat dalam penelitian ini adalah apakah kualitas dari website PPDB berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan pengguna pada SMKN 57 Jakarta. Penelitian ini berfokus pada kepuasan pengguna website PPDB menggunakan metode webqual yang terdiri dari 3 variabel yaitu kualitas kegunaan (usability), kualitas informasi (information quality), dan kualitas interaksi (interaction quality). Data yang digunakan dalah data primer, yaitu dengan menyebar kuesioner menggunakan skala likert dengan 20 pernyataan kepada 95 responden. Data yang diperoleh dan diolah menggunakan teknik analisis regresi linier berganda dengan menggunakan software SPSS 16. Berdasarkan variabel webqual, hasil analisis menyatakan kualitas kegunaan tidak berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan pengguna, sedangkan kualitas informasi dan kualitas interaksi berpengaruh terhadap kepuasan pengguna
Industria Mejicana: Inversión extranjera directa y producción tras la implementación del TLCAN.
Authors: Ortiz-Zarco Ruth
Published: July 2020

El objetivo de esta investigación es generar evidencia empírica que aporte a la comprensión de los efectos del Tratado de Libre Comercio de América del Norte (TLCAN) en el comportamiento de la industria mejicana, específicamente, en torno a los flujos de Inversión Extranjera Directa (IED) y el Producto Interno Bruto (PIB), durante el período de 1995 al 2017. El análisis se sustenta econométricamente en la metodología de datos de panel, que explora los efectos diferenciados para cada rama de la industria. Los resultados expresan una elevada elasticidad de la IED y las exportaciones rezagadas en un período de tiempo con relación a la apertura comercial; no obstante, pese a la obtención de una elasticidad positiva, la apertura comercial no ha estimulado la producción de la industria mejicana de manera significativa.
La innovación social como estrategia de desarrollo. Políticas urbanas y acción colectiva
Authors: González-Romero Gema
Published: July 2020

El artículo profundiza sobre las formas que adopta la innovación social, focalizando el interés en las políticas urbanas y prácticas ciudadanas de economía alternativa. El objetivo es conocer y valorar en qué medida las administraciones y la sociedad civil, a través de la política urbana, implementan ideas transformadoras que incrementan el empoderamiento ciudadano y el bienestar social, contribuyendo, así, al desarrollo urbano. Para la consecución de este objetivo se han considerado las experiencias de la ciudad de Sevilla (España). De la investigación se desprende que las acciones públicas y civiles de innovación social son más que estrategias defensivas frente al impacto de la crisis, pues plantean modelos alternativos de desarrollo; aun así, su eficacia y capacidad para contribuir a impulsar procesos de desarrollo local sigue siendo limitada.
Innovación y empleo. Paradojas sociales y económicas.
Authors: Heijs Joost , Arenas Díaz Guillermo
Published: July 2020

La relación entre la innovación y el empleo es un tema debatido desde los inicios del capitalismo. A menudo, domina la visión pesimista, donde la nueva tecnología tiende a desplazar la mano de obra existente, como es el caso de la actual discusión sobre la robotización y la inteligencia artificial. Sin embargo, la evidencia empírica muestra que las tasas de empleo siguen creciendo a pesar de la introducción de nuevas máquinas. El objetivo del artículo es revisar las tendencias y teorías respecto a la relación innovación versus empleo tanto en términos cuantitativos como cualitativos. Además, se discute de forma crítica el impacto que tienen las nuevas tecnologías sobre las relaciones laborales en términos del bienestar social y la distribución internacional del empleo y la riqueza.
La incorporación de Méjico a la nueva industria digital. Potencial de empleos automatizables y condiciones socio-económicas y educativas.
Authors: Taboada I. Eunice Leticia , Sámano R. Miguel Ángel
Published: July 2020

Dadas las características y alcance de la Digitalización, en este trabajo se revisan algunos indicadores relevantes del estatus educativo del país. El objetivo es reflexionar respecto a la habilitación de los mexicanos para incorporarse laboralmente a esta nueva industria. Se muestra lo endeble de la misma, provocada por el bajo nivel de escolaridad de la población y la falta de calidad y pertinencia de la educación. Se proponen líneas de acción para los distintos niveles de formación educativa, en aras de facilitar el desarrollo de las habilidades que ahora se demandan.

El artículo se elaboró con base en documentos de organismos y consultorías internacionales y en fuentes nacionales oficiales respecto al sistema de educación nacional y a los resultados de evaluación al mismo.
Desafíos del emprendimiento universitario en Méjico frente a los objetivos de desarrollo sostenible
Authors: Pérez-Hernández Pilar , Granillo-Hernández Daniel Akenaton
Published: July 2020

El emprendimiento universitario emerge como una estrategia para el desarrollo económico y social, que configura una senda para impulsar la generación de empleos, innovación y el crecimiento económico sostenible. Los retos que implica la sostenibilidad, plasmados en los Objetivos de Desarrollo Sostenible (ODS), simbolizan áreas de oportunidad para emprendedores. El artículo identifica los desafíos del emprendimiento universitario frente a los ODS. Para ello, primero se hace una revisión de la literatura sobre el emprendimiento, se caracteriza el emprendimiento en Méjico y finalmente se analiza cómo los ODS representan oportunidades para los emprendedores. Los hallazgos identifican el vínculo entre la oportunidad del emprendimiento como una solución al cambio climático y degradación ambiental, así como el papel que las universidades deberán desempeñar en este proceso.
La industria minera y su enfoque de sostenibilidad en Méjico
Authors: De la Rosa L María Eugenia , Hernández G Patricia , Vega C Miguel Ángel
Published: July 2020

En Méjico, la minería, es trascendental en la integración de la riqueza nacional y por tanto relevante en la Política Económica Nacional. La riqueza de minerales como cobre, oro, plata, zinc, entre otros, es extensa. Esta industria tiene más de 300 años en funcionamiento y ha sido detonante de transformaciones económicas en varias regiones, creando una significativa derrama de empleos y beneficios económicos que impactan el PIB nacional y regional. Lo anterior enmarca la importancia de estudiar su posición ante la sustentabilidad, amén del efecto significativo en los ecosistemas y la comunidad aledaña a las vetas de explotación. Este trabajo, toma como muestra prototipo un grupo minero en Sonora y en San Luis Potosí, aplicando un estudio cualitativo de las prácticas de sustentabilidad.
Renovating paspalum pastures by direct drilling ryegrass - is it worthwhile?
Authors: Thom E.R. , Wildermoth D.D. , Taylor M.J.
Published: July 2020

A 5-year experiment at Ruakura Agricultural Centre measured the effects of blanket application of glyphosate herbicideand direct drilling ofperennial ryegrass and white clover on seasonal pasture composition and production. Plots were sprayed in autumn 1985 with 6,4,2 and 0 l/ha of glyphosate before direct drilling with a mixture of 'Ellett' ryegrass and 'Grasslands Kopu' white clover. These treatments werecompared with plots of the original paspalum pasture which was not sprayed or drilled. Plots were arranged at random in 6 replicate blocks that were rotationally grazed by dairy cows. Applying high rates (4-6 l/ha) of glyphosate completely eliminated paspalum from the pasture and subsequently, treatment differences between the 6 and 4 l/ha treatments for most variables were small. Differences in winter/spring herbage accumulation between the 4 l/ha treatment and the control plots were highest in the first year and declined with time, representing 1.9,0.8,0.8.0.6 and 0.4 t DM/ha, respectively, over the S years of the trial. The declining growth response was paralleled by an increasing level of paspalum in the previously sprayed plots, which exceeded 30% of DM by the fourth summer. Over the same period, their summer ryegrass contents had declined by more than half (46-20% of DM). These results suggest that for this site further renovation using glyphosate (at 4 l/ha) would be beneficial after 4 years to recapture the immediate superior growth responses, and since the costs of renovation could be met within 2 years. Keywords Paspalum dilitatum, Lolium perenne, seasonal herbage accumulation, renovation methods, glyphosate herbicide, dairy pastures, volunteer paspalum invasion, pasture botanical composition stability
Soil nutrient status of the Bay of Plenty region and the implications to pasture productivity and fertiliser requirements
Authors: Ledgard S.F. , Johnston T.J.M. , Edmeades D.C. , Wheeler D.M.
Published: July 2020

The soil nutrient status of sheep and beef, and dairy farms in the Bay of Plenty region was examined using results from over 4700 soil samples analysed by MAF between 1988 and 1991. The proportion of farms in various soil test categories was determined and related (using known relationships) to the potential responsiveness of pastures to fertiliser nutrient additions. About 70% of farms had soil phosphorus (P) tests below optimum values, indicating that pasture production would be increased by addition of P fertiliser on these farms. Similarly,about 50% of farms hadbelow-optimum levels of sulphur (S) and potassium (K). Pasture production on most farms was limited by more than one nutrient and a relatively high proportion of pumice soils had low levels of P, S and K. Pumice soils are prone to large leaching losses of added sulphate S and field experimental results indicated that elemental S (in sulphur superphosphate) was more efficient at increasing pasture production on these soils than sulphate S (in superphosphate). Soil test data was also used to indicate that about onethird of sheep and beef, andone-half of dairy farms were suitable for use of slow-release reactive phosphate rock (RPR) as a source of P, as indicated by soil pH56.0 and MAF fertiliser P requirements at or above maintenance levels. Keywords soil test, fertiliser requirement, phosphorus, sulphur, potassium, slow-release fertiliser
Towards sustainable controls of pasture pests: Progress on control of Argentine stem weevil (Listronotus bonariensis (Kuschel))
Authors: Prestidge R.A. , Barker G.M. , Pottinger R.P.
Published: July 2020

Pastures in the northern North Island contain a complex of nationally distributed insects and insects associated with warmer climatic conditions. Argentine stem weevil (Listronotus bonariensis (Kuschel)) is the most important insect pest in New Zealand. Progress toward the development of sustainable control of Argentine stem weevil is basedon a thorough understanding of the population ecology of the pest.The population size of Argentine stem weevil depends on the number of Acremonium lolii-free ryegrass tillers in the sward. Identification of A. lolii-free ryegrasses that are tolerant/resistant to Argentine stem weevil may improve ryegrass production and persistence without endangering animal health. The release of a South American parasite and the utilisation of naturally occurring pathogenic fungi together with tolerant/resistant ryegrasses has the potential to provide long term sustainable control of Argentine stem weevil in pastures . Keywords: endophyte, plant resistance,pathogens, biological control
Heritable differences in white clover for response to phosphorus: new prospects for low input pastoral systems
Authors: Caradus' J.R. , Mackay' A.D. , Wewala S. , Hart' J.Dunlop' A.L. , Lambert' M.G. , Van den Bosch' J. , Hay' M.J.M.
Published: July 2020

Three large glasshouse experiments were conducted to identify white clover (Trifolium repens L.) genotypes, and develop experimental seed lines, with increased tolerance of low-phosphorus (P) soils. The first compared the P response of 119 white clovercultivars; the second, the P response of 110 white clover genotypes from 11 selected cultivars; and the third the P response of progeny from crosses between genotypes selected for differences in response to added P. There were significant differences among cultivars and genotypes for shoot dry weight response to added P. Evaluation of progeny showed that high P response was dominant over low P response, the general combining abilities of all high P response genotypes were greater than that of the low P response genotypes, and that narrow sense heritabilities for P response were moderate (~0.4). The chances of manipulating differences in P response by breeding, application of the results to dateandfuturedirectionsofthisworkarediscussed. Keywords white clover, Trifolium repens, phosphorus response, low-phosphorus tolerance, heritability, breeding, combining ability
Maximising dairy production by using nitrogen fertiliser and calving early
Authors: Thomson N.A. , Roberts A.H.C. , Judd T.G. , Clough J.S.
Published: July 2020

The effects of applying nitrogen (N) fertiliser at 100 kgN/ha as a split application (40 kgN/ha in July/ early August and 60 kgN/ha in October) and of earlier calving (16 July vs 2 August) on milk solids production and farm profitability were evaluated at the Waimate West Demonstration Farm in South Taranaki. Two systems were comparedover 3 years: calving on 2 August with no N (LC) and calving on 16 July with N (ECN). In the second and third year calving on 16 July with no N (EC) was also evaluated. All herds were stocked at 4.0 cows/ ha. Early calving without N (EC) increased the average lactation length/cow by only 2 days because poorer cow condition andless winter supplements required earlier drying off. Milkfat increased by only 13 kg/ha and protein by 1 kg/ha. Early calving with N (ECN) increased the average lactation length/cow by 16 days, milkfat by 57 kg/ha and protein by 27 kg/ha. Nitrogen applied in October was more effective (kg milk solids/kg N) at increasing milk solids production (1.08 kg milk solids/kg N) than N applied in late winter (0.56kg milk solids/kg N). At 4.0 cows/ha and calving on 16 July, the break-even milkfat price for N use was $3.OO/kg fat. Keywords milk solids, production, nitrogen fertiliser, calving date.
Introduction of chicory to a Bay of Plenty sheep farm
Authors: Ljnton Robert , Mckinley Kevjn , Linton Mark
Published: July 2020

Low ewe liveweights and general performance on Bay of Plenty sheep farms is a common problem aggravated by farmers keeping lambs through late autumn in an attempt to improve returns. Ewe liveweights of 50 kg or less result in low lambing percentages and wool production of around 4.4 kg/ sheep stock unit. This paper outlines one farmer's identification of the problem and the introduction of 'Grasslands Puna' chicory to help solve this problem. A pure sward was very well established using the spraydrill technique at relatively low cost, despite a late sowing date. Several options now present themselves to increase profitability and flexibility on the property. Keywords chicory, lamb growth, Bay of Plenty
Grasslands Kara cocksfoot: a productive cultivar under lax grazing
Authors: Stevens D.R. , Baxter G.S. , Stbwart A. , Casey M.J. , Miller K.B.
Published: July 2020

Field testing compared the agronomic performance of Grasslands Kara cocksfoot (Dactylis glomera& a L.) with other commercially available cocksfoot cultivars and perennial ryegrass (Ldium perenne L.) in Southland and Canterbury. Animal performance was also assessed in southland. Kara cocksfoot had the highest establishment score of the cocksfoot cultivars in Canterbury but was slower to establish than ryegrass. Annual yields of Kara cocksfoot were 7% lower than Wana in Southland. The yield of Kara in Canterbury was 131 and 74% greater than ryegrass in a dry summer and autumn respectively. In Southland the pasture production from Kara under goat grazing was never significantly different from that of Nui ryegrass. The liveweight gains of both sheep and goats on Kara pastures were similar to those on ryegrass. Pasture digestibility was lower for Kara than Nui ryegrass pastures in spring but similar in summer and autumn. Pasture protein content was higher for Kara than Nui pastures in spring and similar in summer and autumn. The leaf-stem ratio of Kara was higher than Nui in spring but similar in summer and autumn. Rust tolerance of Kara was high and similar to Wana and Porto. The results from animal performance and pasture parameters show that Kara has a high feeding value. The effects of winter frost damage were greater on Kara and Wana than on Apanui due to their winter activity. Keywords animal performance, Dactylis glomerata L., cocksfoot, establishment, frost damage, pasture production, pasture quality
Contamination of white clover seed crops by buried seed
Authors: White J.G.H. , Edwards G.R. , Nicholson K.
Published: July 2020

The first study examined white clover seed loss in the offal trail of a header harvester. Seed counts in offal trails were 83 800/m* compared to intermediate areas at 22 500/m*. Consequent problems in sampling for buried seed are discussed. The second trial measured buried seed two years after a white clover seed crop. In the top 25 cm of soil 66 200 seeds/m* remained following conventional cultivation but only 26 000 occurred under direct drilling. With conventional cultivation 80% of seed was buried below 10 cm depth, but 63% of the buried seed was in the O-5 cm layer with direct drilling. In a third study the rate of hard seed breakdown was examined. Breakdown was rapid on the surface but after4 years 36% of seed survived at 10 cm depth and 65% at 20 cm buried. The practical implications on cultivation practices required to permit change of cultivars without contamination problems are discussed. Keywords Trijblium repens L., buried seed, offal trail, direct drill, conventional cultivation, burial depth
Effect of sowing method, soil moisture and temperature on establishment from coated grass seed
Authors: Scott D. , Archie W.J. , Hay R.J.M.
Published: July 2020

Two field trials showed up to 60% greater establishment from surface-sown coated ryegrass seed compared with bare seed. Coating had a minimal effect on drilled seed. Multiple sowings over two seasons showed that the increase in establishment from coated seed relative to bare seed was only weakly related to temperature and soil moisture. The trend was for greater establishment from coated seed at lower mean establishment rates and higher soil temperature. Keywords Dactylis glomerata, grass seed coating, environmental interactions, L&urn perenne
Summary of eleven long-term field trials with 'Longlife' phosphatic fertiliser
Authors: Ledgard S.F. , Thorrold B.S. , Sinclair A.G. , Rajan S.S.S. , Edmeades D.C.
Published: July 2020

Longlife' phosphatic fertiliser is manufactured in New Zealand by mixing reactive phosphate rock (RPR) with single superphosphate (SSP) when the SSP is at an ex-den stage. Commercially produced Longlife (70:30 SSP:RPR) was evaluated in 6 field mowing trials in the North Island over 3 or4 years. Also, a 5050 (SSP:RPR) Longlife-type product was examined in 5 field trials throughout New Zealand over 5 or 6 years. Longlife was compared against SSP and/or triple superphosphate (TSP) in all trials, and RPR treatments were included in 7 trials. In all trials with commercially produced Longlife, the pasture response to Longlife tended to be less than that to SSP or TSP in the first 2 years and was significantly different (P 6.0 and/or rainfall ~800 mm/year). Keywords field trials, Longlife, phosphate, reactive phosphate rock, superphosphate
Fertiliser requirements of luceme cut for hay in northern Southland
Authors: Risk W.H. , Smith L.C.
Published: July 2020

Three field trials were laid down, on established luceme (Medicago sativa L.) stands and continued for 2,3 or 4 years. On two sites fertilisers applied were potassium chloride (0 and 200 kg/ha) and single superphosphate (0,200.400 and 800 kg/ha), while on the third site potassium chloride (0, 100 and 200 kg/ha), sulphur (0,25,50 and 100 kg S/ha as gypsum) and phosphorus (0,18,36 and 72 kg P/ ha as monocalcium phosphate) were applied. Lucerne was harvested at the hay stage with 2 or 3 cuts per year. Consistent annual yield responses to 200 kg/ ha of potassium chloride application occurred at all sites. At the site where 100 kg/ha was applied it produced about 95% of maximum yield but nil K gave 8594% of maximum yield. Responses to superphosphate treatments were recorded at two sites with the major response considered to be due to phosphorus. 200 - 400 kg/ha of superphosphate was sufficient for near maximum response. Response to both phosphorus and sulphur occurred at site 3 with 18 kg/ha phosphorus and 25 kg/ha sulphur being sufficient for near maximum response. Results indicate that a soil P test of 13 and K test of 6 should support approximately 95% of maximum yield. Herbage P and S concentrations associated with near maximum yields were slightly higher than indicated in current standards for plant analysis interpretations, but K concentrations agreed with current standards. Maintenance fertiliser requirements derived from this trial series are similar to those predicted from AgResearch's fertiliser recommendation models. Keywords Medicago sativa, potassium, phosphorus, soil test, plant analyses, sulphur, fertiliser
Seedling establishment characteristics of alternative legume species in tussock grassland environments
Authors: Lowther W.L. , Patrick Heather N.
Published: July 2020

Four alternative legume species, Caucasian clover (Trifolium ambiguum), zigzag clover (T. medium), crown vetch (Coronilla varia), and birdsfoot trefoil (Lotus corniculatus), were compared with white clover (T. repens) on four tussock grassland sites. Seed was inoculated and pelleted, and then oversown at a rate equivalent to 5 kg/ha viable seed. Germination, nodulation and survival of white clover, Monaro Caucasian clover, and zigzag clover were similar on the two lowest sites (600 and 830 m). However, low rates of zigzag clover germination occurred on the two higher sites (1090 and 1100 m). Germination of crown vetch appeared to be prevented or delayed by the low temperatures, and no plants established on any site. Low nodulation occurred in Treeline Caucasian clover and birdsfoot trefoil. Further research is required to select more suitable strains of rhizobia for both these legumes. The results provide information for estimating likely plant densities of these new cultivars when oversown in tussock grassland environments. Keywords Coronifla varia, establishment, germination, inoculation, Lotus corniculatus, nodulation, Trifoliumambiguum, Trifolium medium, Trifolium repens
Forage shrubs for the South Island dry hill country: 2. salt/lime amendments have potential to improve the versatility of saltbush (Atriplex halimus L.)
Authors: Wills Bj , Begg J.S.C.
Published: July 2020

Mediterranean saltbush (Atriplex halimus L.) seedlings were transplanted into a low-nutrient potting mixture amended with nine treatments of salt and/ or lime, and magnesium sulphate. Plant growth parameters were measured at regular intervals and the experiment was terminated at week 20, after which the rootshoot ratio was determined. A low rate of salt/lime (0.25% w/w) produced significantly greater stem elongation than other treatments, most of this occurring during the first 13 weeks of the trial. On termination of the trial, shoot/plant dry weight from this treatment was also greater. Field trials have recently been established on Omarama YGE soils in the Mackenzie Basin and Blackstone YGE soils near the Upper Manorburn Dam, Central Otago to investigate the effectiveness and longevity of this response, and the likely level of maintenance applications necessary to retain good survival and productivity in soils previously considered poorly suited to saltbush. Investigation of environmental limitations for saltbush over a wider geographic range and integration of this data with a GIS database is planned. An ability to plant saltbush as a forage shrub into soil types not previously thought suitable using readily available, economical soil amendments may provide sustainable agricultural benefits for a wider dryland farming market than originally anticipated. Keywords Atriplex halimus L., Mediterranean saltbush, soil fertility amendments, lime/salt, forage shrubs, sustainable dryland farming
Farmtracker: an integrated approach to physical farm management
Authors: Butler B.M.
Published: July 2020

FarmTracker is a computer program which integrates an inventory of farm resources; farm mapping; recording and analysis of paddock and stock inputs, management actions and production (event histories); and planning tools including a pasture growth model (GROW) and a feed budget. This paper describes FarmTracker and the uses of the program in farm management. FarmTracker was developed based on the experiences of farmers and consultants with an earlier package, written by the author, called GRAZE. Keywords: computer program, farm management, FarmTracker
Variation in cattle liveweights at marketing
Authors: Webby R.W. , Pleasants A.B. , Greaves L.A.
Published: July 2020

The liveweights of Friesian bulls farmed on 3 farmlets during 4 years were analysed to find how the variation in liveweight increased through time, and to review some possible farm management strategies for limiting the increase in this variation. There were 59 bulls in 1986, 66 bulls in 1987, 59 bulls in 1988 and 61 bulls in 1989. The variation in animal liveweights within a mob increased linearly through time. The small variance in the slopes of the estimates indicated that the increase in liveweight variation through time could be predicted very accurately. The rate of increase of variation through time differed in only one year (1987; P< 0.01). Variation in animal liveweight between farmlets was constant through time, and not associated with the rate of increase of within mob liveweight variation. It was shown that the ranking of animals within the frequency distribution of animal liveweight changed through time. Thus the current liveweight rank of an animal was no guide to liveweight rank 5 or 6 months in the future. This suggests that minimising the increase in liveweight variation through time by dividing a mob of cattle is not feasible. The importance of control of variation in agricultural products for the operation of on-farm quality assurance schemes is discussed, and avenues for exploration of management tactics designed to minimise variation in the production of animals for slaughter suggested. Keywords: bulls, liveweight, marketing, on-farm - quality assurance
Application of a computer dairy model on-farm
Authors: Lewis C.A. , Garrity B.
Published: July 2020

For Mr Barry Garrity, Carterton dairy farmer, the spring of 1992 brought a very challenging decision-making process. A computerised simulator (model) of the physical functions of his property had been in use since October 199 1. As a high stocking rate, high performance farm the next step in improving profitability was being sought. The simulator provided a means of reviewing performance, searching out means of more efficient use of pasture and overcoming the limitations to increased production. The software (UDDER) models grass growth and animal performance for an actual season with a gross margin used to reflect the financial component. In this case base data were derived from the 1990191 season, a record year for the property. Keywords: computer, dairy farm, forecast, gross margin, model, simulator
Farmer First Research: A review of phase one results in relation to farmers' willingness and ability to change
Authors: Reid J.I. , Mcrae A.F. , Brazendale R.
Published: July 2020

Formal knowledge of the goals, circumstances and constraints of a random sample of hill country sheep and beef farmers has been established. This knowledge was gathered, in collaboration with farmers from the Taihape/Bunterville and coastal Hawkes Bay regions, during phase one of the Farmer First Research programme based at Massey University. The data show that 75% of the farmers, in the study were willing to make changes to increase the profitability of their current farming system. However, although willing to change, 53% were unable to do so because of constraints they faced. Two of these major constraints identified by farmers were high debt and a low incomegenerating under-developed farm. Both of these constraints contributed to an inadequacy of cash for the farmer. The other major constraints identified were labour, an ownership structure which limited the farmers' decision-making role in the property and the relatively low production potential of their farms. Phase one data indicate that farmers would be more likely to adopt new technologies and implement change if the changes addressed the farmers' constraints and were appropriate to the circumstances of the farmer. Keywords: change constraints, Farmer First Research, farmer circumstances, goals
MRDC Monitor Farms - using information
Authors: Rhodes A.P. , Aspin M.D.
Published: July 2020

An industry survey indicated a concern that the results of existing research were not getting across to potential adopters. In response to this situation, the Meat Research and Development Council sponsored a monitor farm programme which operated on 24 farms throughout New Zealand. Key components of the programme were the monitor farmer and farm, community group, and facilitator. Factors judged critical to the success of the programme were the need for local ownership of the programme, development of quality information, and the establishment of a partnership of skills, expertise and experience. Preliminary surveys indicate a high level of farmer endorsement of the programme. Level of involvement by community group members has exceeded that set initially. Further analysis is required to identify the impact of the programme on farm business performance and the application of technology in New Zealand farm businesses.Keywords: community group, information, monitor farm, technology transfer
STUDY OF THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HELIOGEOPHYSICAL FACTORS AND THE COURSE OF CERTAIN PHYSIOLOGICAL PROCESSES IN INDIVIDUALS WITH DIFFERENT PSYCHOSOMATIC STATUS AS A COMPONENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SUPPORT
Authors: Usenko Gennady A. , Vasendin Dmitry V. , Tatarenko Valery I. , Chernov Anatoly A.
Published: July 2020

Тhe purpose of the study: to establish a correlation between the average annual values of the minute volume of blood flow in hypertensive men with different temperaments and high anxiety and solar activity. There were 848 patients with arterial hypertension and 422 healthy individuals. All of them were determined by temperament and anxiety, and the minute volume of blood flow. To compare the calculated method for determining the minute volume of blood flow with the hardware method, the authors measured the minute volume of blood flow in patients using tetrapolar rheography on a 6-NEG device connected with a computer and compared it with the value of the minute volume of blood flow determined by calculation. Data on the dynamics of solar activity in wolf numbers and radio emission at a wavelength of 10.5 cm were obtained from the West-Siberian Department for Hydrometeorology and Environmental Monitoring. During the period of increased solar activity, the body was affected by a complex of factors, including socio-economic factors, together with ionizing radiation of the environment; contribute to a decrease in the coefficient of oxygen utilization by tissues, which caused the development of an adaptive reaction, part of which was an increase in the minute volume of blood flow. A significant correlation was established between solar activity indicators, meteorological factors, and minute blood flow volume, which indicates the possibility of a combined effect of the studied factors on increasing the functional activity of the cardiovascular system.
USE OF TRAINING VIDEO GAMES ON TECHNOSPHERE SAFETY IN EDUCATIONAL PROCESS
Authors: Usikova Oksana V. , Chaptykova Anita A. , Cheshuina Alena A.
Published: July 2020

The use of video technology in the learning process of students of universities and employees of real objects economy is the trend of modern education. In this regard, the article deals with the use of specific video games as part of the educational process, in particular, several concepts for building in technosphere safety video games are proposed.
USING GADGETS IN EDUCATIONAL PROCESS: ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
Authors: Kosarev Nikolay S.
Published: July 2020

The article discusses the use of gadgets in educational process, their advantages and disadvantages are highlighted. It is shown that the use of gadgets allows you to modernize educational process, to make learning more attractive and fruitful.