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Behavior of some Eggplant Varieties in the Vidra Area - Ilfov
Authors: BUZATU Mihaela Alina , COSTACHE Marcel , CROITORU Mihaela , CRISTEA Stelica
Published: May 2018

The main purpose of the experiences organized at Research and Development Institute for Vegetable and Flower Growing Vidra was to evaluate the behavior of different cultivars of eggplants in specific soil and climate conditions of the Vidra area and to identify those with high yields, with quality fruits and tolerant to soil borne pathogens attack. In 2016, 12 cultivars of eggplants were studied: 6 non-hybrid varieties (Daniela, Luiza, Dragaica, Zaraza, Belona, Black Beauty) and 6 hybrids (Andra F1, Rebeca F1, Bibo F1, Clorinda F1, Mirabelle F1, Epic F1).The highest yield was achieved in Rebeca F1 and Luiza cultivars. The highest vitamin C content was realized at Rebeca F1, Luiza, and Zaraza cultivars. The Mirabelle F1 hybrid and Black Beauty variety presented a reduced sensitivity to Verticillium dahliae and Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. melongenae.
Genetic Diversity Analysis and Phylogenetic Relationship among a Representative Collection of Spanish Pepper (Capsicum annuum) Landraces
Authors: BRACHO-GIL Miguel , PEREIRA-DIAS Leandro , VILANOVA Santiago , FITA Ana , PROHENS Jaime , RODRÍGUEZ-BURRUEZO Adrián
Published: May 2018

Spain is one of the most important centers of diversity for Capsicum annuum peppers, and a plethora of ecotypes can be found throughout the country. These resources represent a valuable genetic pool which must be characterized in depth both morphologically and molecularly. The aim of the present work was to assess phenotypic and genotypic diversity and relationships within some Spanish pepper landraces. A collection of 12 Spanish pepper landraces and 15 foreign controls was characterized with a set of 46 descriptors from International Plant Genetic Resources Institute (IPGRI, now Bioversity International) and genotyped using Genotyping-by-Sequencing (GBS). The studied collection was genetically diverse. The morphological characterization allowed discrimination of the varieties through fruit size, growth habit and others traits. SNP-based phylogenetics clustered together Spanish accessions. Our results provide useful information of several different ecotypes to boost breeding programs.
Effect of the Genotype and Growing Conditions on the Main Phenolic Compounds in Capsicum Peppers
Authors: RIBES-MOYA Ana Maria , ADALID-MARTÍNEZ Ana Maria , BRACHO-GIL Miguel , ESTEVE-CIUDAD Patricia , FERNÁNDEZ-DE-CÓRDOVA Pascual , RAIGÓN María Dolores , RODRIGUEZ-BURRUEZO Adrián
Published: May 2018

Capsicum peppers is one of the most important vegetables, with a well known nutritional properties, including phenolics. Breeding peppers adapted to organic agriculture and rich in bioactive compounds is of paramount importance for this sector since the demand of organic and healthy food is increasing in many countries. This is a preliminary study on the effect of genotype, growing conditions and their interaction on the main phenolics of peppers. Fruits from four Capsicum annuum (BGV-10582, Bierzo, Bola and Piquillo) and one C. chinense (ECU-994) accessions, were cultivated under organic and conventional practices and main phenolic compounds quercetin and luteolin were analysed by high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Differences were found among accessions for both compounds in the studied accessions, particularly ECU-994. Differences for each phenolic compound were also detected between growing systems. Moreover, considerable interaction between genotype and growing conditions was found, suggesting that there are ample opportunities for selecting peppers with high content in phenolics and specifically adapted to organic cultivation.
Spectral Characterization of Difusse Par Irradiance under Tipuana Tipu Shading
Authors: GURREA-YSASI Gonzalo , BLANCA Vicente , FITA Ana , PROHENS Jaime , FITA Inmaculada , RODRIGUEZ-BURRUEZO Adrián
Published: May 2018

Tipa (Tipuana tipu) is a common tree in gardens and carparks, although the shading effect of its canopy must be still characterised to assess the decrease of temperature and quality of irradiance. This work is a preliminary study aimed to assess the effect of shading of tree canopies on the diffuse irradiance pattern received at the soil level in comparison to other conditions. The shade provided by a group of Tipa trees, located at the Universitat Politècnica de València (Valencia, Spain), was evaluated in this experiment and compared to cloudy days and direct sun. Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density (PPFD) and red/near infrared ratios were recorded with a portable spectrometer. Measurements were recorded in January and February 2017, at 10h, 13h and 16h. Depending on the region of the spectrum and time of the day, PPFD values ranged from 0.05 to 0.42, 0.40 to 1.14, and 0.94 to 3.90 μmol·m-2·s-1, for Tipa shade, cloudy days and direct sun, respectively. The spectral analysis of PPFD in cloudy days revealed maximum values in the green region and minimum at near infrared region, while maximum PPFD for tipa shade was mostly found at near infrared, revealing higher importance of this spectral region compared to cloudy days.
Effect of Glasshouse Maintenance on the Quality of Irradiance Spectrum under Mediterranean Climates
Authors: GURREA-YSASI Gonzalo , BLANCA Vicente , PROHENS Jaime , FERNÁNDEZ-DE-CÓRDOVA Pascual , FITA-FERNÁNDEZ Inmaculada , FITA Ana , RODRÍGUEZ-BURRUEZO Adrián
Published: May 2018

Glasshouses in Mediterranean areas are mainly used for experimental or nursery purposes and the production of high value ornamental species. In addition, glasshouses may be covered by dust and other particles in these areas as rainfalls are relatively scarce. Consequently, the quality of photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) may be affected. In the present experiment we evaluated the effect of dirt on the PAR spectrum in glasshouses in Valencia (Spain), compared to glasshouses submitted to suitable maintenance and washing. Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density (PPFD) measurements were done in March 2017 at 13h, and visible, UV-C and near infrared regions were recorded with a portable spectrometer. PPFD maximum values differed depending on the spectral region and glass conditions, with higher values corresponding to the visible region. Thus, clean glass showed values of 609, 588 and 423 μmol/m2s for PPFDR, PPFDG and PPFDB, respectively and 436 and 34 μmol/m2s for PPFDIR and PPFDUV. In comparison to clean glass, dirty glass decreased PPFD in all regions, particularly UV and blue region.
Contributions Regarding the Creation of the Digital Map of the Public Transport in the Metropolitan Area of Cluj
Authors: ROIB Voichiţa , ROIB Ilinca
Published: May 2018

A special importance in the stimulation of the public transport use, is the increase of the informing degree of travellers with regards to the transport networks. The paper presents technical data regarding the making of the digital map of the public transport in the metropolitan area of Cluj. The digital map was created by the authors, using data from Open Street Map site and data collected with the help of GPS, made available by Public Transport Company Cluj-Napoca S.A. The digital map created for public transport in the Municipality of Cluj-Napoca and Metropolitan Area of Cluj, with detailed maps routes, offers to users, information on public transport which leads to the efficiency of services and passengers’ safety, increasing mobility and sustainability of Cluj-Napoca city.
New Variety of Sweet Pepper (Capsicum annuum var. Grossum) Obtained at V.R.D.S. Buzău
Authors: BARCANU-TUDOR Elena , DRĂGHICI Elena Maria , VÎNĂTORU Costel
Published: May 2018

Obtaining new varieties of sweet peppers has been a major and permanent concern at V.R.D.S. Buzau. Autochthonous assortment in this species is relatively small compared to other species which led to the crop extension of foreign varieties that are commercialized at high prices without the expected results. Researches carried out during the period 1996-2017 aimed to contribute at the enrichment and diversification of autochthonous germplasm collection and also allowed introducing new valuable cultivars according to the market requirements nowadays.
The Role of Windbreaks in Attracting the Useful Avifauna – Case Study: Moara Domnească Didactic Farm
Authors: MIHAI Cosmin Alexandru , STĂNICĂ Florin
Published: May 2018

“Moara Domnească” is a didactic farm belonging to the University of Agronomic Sciences and Veterinary Medicine of Bucharest. Moara Domnească has an area of 520 ha, of which 65 ha of orchard. The orchard, but also a major part of the farm has a wind protection system consisting of windbreaks planted in 1920’s with English Oak (Quercus robur), Ash (Fraxinus excelsior), Norway Maple (Acer platanoides), and other species of shrubs from the spontaneous flora. Since 1860, Romania has become one of the first countries in the world to have developed forest windbreaks and shelterbelt. Both the establishment of windbreaks and scientific research have been specifically designed to limit the negative effects of the extreme continental climate. Even the windbreaks benefits are multiple and clear, their extension was limited in many areas where are extremely needed. Based on the ornithological observations carried out between 2015-2016, we found out that the forest windbreak plays an extremely important role on the orchard ecosystem, influencing positively the life of wild birds that find food, shelter and nesting places throughout the year.
Production of some Colored Potato Genotypes in Organic Culture
Authors: SOARE Rodica , DINU Maria , BABEANU Cristina , MODRAN Mihnea
Published: May 2018

The purpose of this study was to identify the cultivars of potatoes with good production capacity and high nutritional value under ecologically culture conditions. The biological material consisted of five new potatoes cultivars: Brasovean, Carpatin, Cranberry Red, Montain Rose, Purple Majesty and Blue Congo. These new, highly pigmented varieties have yellow, pink or red peel and pulp, due to its high anthocyanin content. In order to achieve the objective, the productivity elements were determined: number of tubers and medium weight/plant, productivity as well as starches, carbohydrates, vitamin C content and antioxidant capacity. The obtained results were statistically interpreted by the analysis of variance, and the differences between genotypes were estimated by the threshold of significance at p≤0.05%. Cultivar Carpatin recorded the best production (32.7 t/ha) and Cranberry red and Montain Rose cultivars recorded the highest content in vitamin C (17.6 respectively 18.64 mg/100g f.m) and Blue Congo with highest antioxidant capacity (162.65 DPPH μMTE/100g).
Viticulture Zoning in Montenegro
Authors: SAVIĆ Svetozar , VUKOTIĆ Miško
Published: May 2018

Montenegro’s viticultural regions and sub-regions were defined in the 2007 Law on Wine, based on the country’s empirical, traditional, historical and social heritage. However, during the process of defining these regions and sub-regions, the influence of climatic and soil factors crucial in the determination of dependent characteristics, such as the physiology of the grapevine and the quality of the grapes and wine, was not researched thoroughly enough. This work presents the climatic characteristics of the existing sub-regions, as well as the results of the climate’s impact on the physiological reactions of the most common domestic grape cv. Vranac (Vitis vinifera L.), facilitating a new viticultural zoning in Montenegro. Over a period of 56 years, the following climatic parameters were analysed: air temperature, precipitation, insolation and air humidity. These parameters suggest that all the sub-regions in Montenegro have uniform climatic parameters. The modification of certain climatic parameters is influenced by two large bodies of water – the Adriatic Sea and Lake Skadar – and by altitude. The duration of the individual phases and vegetation of the Vranac grape variety differed only slightly in the different sub-regions. As a reflection of the influence of climatic factors in different locations, Vranac grape and wine was analysed chemically and given a sensory evaluation. The analysed parameters indicate a nearly uniform chemical composition and sensory evaluation of all wines. Wines produced at lower altitudes were distinctive for their superior quality.
Particular Aspects of Fruit Farming in the Southeast of Poiana Ruscă Mountains
Authors: HOGNOGI Gheorghe Gavrilă , POP Ana Maria , COCEAN Pompei , POTRA Alexandra Camelia , DAVID Nicoleta , PAPP Lelia
Published: May 2018

Alike some other territories in Transylvania, the area of Poiana Ruscă Mountains has been cultivated with fruit trees and vines, benefiting from favourable morphological, soil and climatic conditions. The purpose of our paper was to highlight the particularities of this representative occupation carried out by the local communities in the analyzed area. Through cartographic reconstructions we observed the diachronic evolution of the areas occupied with orchards and the valorisation and management of fruit products. Results confirmed that, despite the significant decline in fruit farming, the abandonment of orchards or the disappearance of nurseries, we can still find some local initiatives encouraging the practice of fruit growing.
Leaf Area and Its Relationship with Leaf Descriptors Elements in Liquidambar styraciflua L.
Authors: POŞTA Daniela Sabina , SALA Florin
Published: May 2018

This study aimed at determining the leaf area in Liquidambar styraciflua L. and at characterising the relationship between leaf area and leaf descriptors. The biological material was the species Liquidambar styraciflua L. We determined leaf area in 100 leaves (Figure 1) based on the size of median rib (L), leaf width at higher (W1) and lower (W2) lobe level, and on area constants (KA). The size of elements L, W1 and W2 were found by measuring with a precision of ±0.5 mm. Area constants in the species Liquidambar styraciflua L. were KA1 = 0.63, determined depending on leaf width at upper lobe width (W1), and KA2 = 0.81 in relation to the width W2 of the lower lobes. Between the scanned leaf area (SLA) and measured leaf area (MLA) and leaf descriptors (L, W1 and W2) we identified relations of interdependence statistically ensured: r = 0.960 to r = 0.971 for SLA; r = 0.951 to r = 0.981 for MLA W1, and r = 0.933 to r = 0.972 for MLA W2, respectively. Leaf descriptors L, W1 and W2 had a differentiated contribution in determining SLA and MLA. SLA was influenced by leaf length (L) with higher statistic safety (R2 = 0.963, p << 0.001, F = 1277.2) than leaf width at upper lobe width W1 (R2 = 0.943; p<<0.001; F = 797.7) and leaf width at the extremities of the lower lobes W2 (R2= 0.927, p << 0.001, F = 620.59).
The Hygienic Quality of Raw Romanian Goat Milk Depending on the Milking Season
Authors: VOŞGAN Zorica , MIHALESCU Lucia , JELEA Stela , DUMUŢA Anca , POP Flavia
Published: May 2018

The milk samples were yielded by manual milking from a goat farm that was maintained in extensive system, at monthly intervals during the production period (spring, summer, autumn). Goat milk from a traditional stall in the Maramures County, depending on the lactation period and the season has been analyzed in this study. The milk samples were collected aseptically and transported in laboratory for microbiological analysis. During springtime, when milking is done three times a day, and the amount of milk is higher, the total number of germs is 77.8×103 CFU/ml. A smaller number compared to the number of microorganisms recorded in the summer (97.3×103 CFU/ml) when milking is done twice a day and there are higher temperatures. During autumn, in the conditions of low milk production, at the end of the lactation period and when the samples are harvested only once a day, the number of microorganisms was 81.5×103 CFU /ml. Somatic cells from milk indicating an excess of the normal values especially towards the end of the lactation period. Particular attention should be paid to hygiene conditions when handling milk, to improve its quality. Thus, goat milk has a higher bacterial load (SPC) during summer, and SCC exceeds the recommended limits, especially in the autumn.
Monitoring the Vegetation Communities on the Southern Slope of the Gutai Mountains on the Basis of Ecological Indices
Authors: VOŞGAN Zorica , MIHALESCU Lucia , VIDICAN Roxana , MARIAN Monica , JELEA Stela , MARE ROŞCA Oana
Published: May 2018

The analysis of the composition on the ecologic categories of the mountain region flora of the southern slope of the Gutai Mountains was carried out to monitor the adaptive and evolutionary process of the species. To achieve the spectrum of the ecological categories consideration was given to the preferences of the species against the main ecological factors: edaphic humidity (U), air temperature (T) and soil reaction (R). The results obtained are well-suited to the ecological character of the mountain flora, the stenoionic species illustrate the neutrophilic acid character of soils, with some peculiarities related to the type of mother rocks.
PC&CA - Tool for Polyphenols Content Monitoring at the End of Spring Depending on Organic and/or Mineral Fertilization of Perennial Grassland
Authors: HARMANESCU Monica
Published: May 2018

The present research proposed to use Principal Components & Classification Analysis (PC&CA) as tool for the polyphenols content monitoring of perennial forages, at the end of May 2008, from a Romanian grassland fertilized since 2003. The grassland soil was Calcic Luvisol. StatSoft-STATISTICA Version 10 performed the matrix correlation of PC&CA. The ten trials unfertilized or with different fertilization were the PC&CA cases. The active variables of PC&CA were the floristic composition components: Poaceae (GMay08%), Fabaceae (FMay08%), others botanical families group (OMay08%), Calamagrostis epigejos (Ce%), Festuca rupicola (Fr%), Lathyrus nissolia (Ln%), Lathyrus pratensis (Lp%), Filipendula vulgaris (Fv%) and Rosa canina (Rc%). Perennial forages polyphenols content at the end of May 2008 and mineral nitrogen fertilization data were supplementary variables. The correlation coefficient for total polyphenols content (PMay08) and others botanical families group (OMay08%) was positive: 0.704. In addition, the correlation coefficients of PMay08 and Fv% or Rc% were positively and higher than 0.700. Mineral nitrogen application influenced positively the Poaceae component (correlation coefficient - 0.915). The PC&CA can represent a helpful tool for polyphenols content monitoring of grassland perennial forages at the end of spring, depending on fertilization.
A Short Review about Using MicroResp Method for the Assessment of Community Level Physiological Profile in Agricultural Soils
Authors: ONICA Bogdan Mihai , VIDICAN Roxana , SANDOR Mignon
Published: May 2018

MicroResp is a colorimetric method developed by Campbell et al., (2003), used for assessing the community level physiological profile of the microbial population. MicroResp can be used to assess soil health, pollution induced community tolerance, also for toxicity testing, pesticide degradation profiles, bioremediation evaluation and water ecology and toxicity. The aim of the present review was to look over the results of recent papers and to highlight the importance and efficiency of the MicroResp method in assessing the physiological profile of the microbial community. The method advantages and limitations were also assessed. We focused on agricultural soil in order to deepen our understanding about changes of microbial community induced by agricultural practices. To achieve this goal, academic literature was analyzed using an academic database. There were set a total of six keywords, used to make a search algorithm, achieving five search terms. For each search, the first four articles of interest were chosen to be reviewed. After the searches for each of the terms, between 72 and 210 articles were found, 20 of them being chosen for final evaluation. Following the undertaken research, it can be stated that MicroResp method is an important tool to assess the physiological profile of the microbial community, featuring a series of advantages that place it ahead of other competing methods.
Alternative Antimicrobial Formula for Plant Protection
Authors: RODINO Steliana , BUTU Marian , BUTU Alina
Published: May 2018

The European Strategy regarding plant protection products encourages the research for solutions which strongly contribute to the agro-ecological transition. They should be able to provide effective and efficient products for both farmers and consumers, reducing the pesticides use. Previous studies reported that extracts prepared from different plant species are capable of inhibiting in vitro development of fungal phytopathogens. The aim of this research was the study of the antimicrobial activity of a plant protection formula composed by a mix of plant extracts. The final scope was establishing a proper treatment timing strategy for controlling primary infections. Therefore, the effectiveness of the mixed formula containing Humulus lupulus and Urtica dioica against Alternaria sp., the cause of early blight attacking several vegetable species, was studied. Experimentation plan was performed using standard methods for antimicrobial testing. The potential and limitations of plant extracts used to control early blight were discussed. The results obtained have potential practical applicability and are directed to the development of environmentally viable solutions for the design of bioproducts for plant protection. Better knowledge on this topic will help optimizing crop protection strategy, ensuring sustainable agricultural development.
The Influence of Liquid Manure on Soybean Yield Characters in the Third Experimental Year
Authors: DEAC Valeria , ROTAR Ioan , VIDICAN Roxana , MALINAS Anamaria
Published: May 2018

Soybean yields could benefit from the use of improved varieties, nutrients and rhizobium inoculants. In this study we evaluated the influence of fertilization with liquid manure upon soybean yield in the 3rd experimental year, in climatic condition specific to the year 2016. The experiences were installed on Agricultural Research-Development Station Turda, on a chernozem soil. We followed the response of two soybean varieties to organic fertilization with liquid manure. In this regard we analyzed the number of nodules at the beginning and at the end of flowering and bean production. The results pointed out that in general Onix genotype recorded the highest values on bean production when 15 t/ha liquid manure were applied.
Evaluation of Photosynthesis Capacity of Some Winter Wheat Genotypes in Transylvanian Plain Conditions
Authors: RACZ Ionuț , KADAR Rozalia , HIRISCǍU Diana , BǍRDAŞ Marius , BORA Florin Dumitru , URDǍ Camelia , TǍRǍU Adina
Published: May 2018

Leaf photosynthetic capacity is a key parameter determining crop yield; it is enhanced by moderate soil moisture and reduced in both severe water deficit and excessive water conditions. The aim of this work was to evaluate the wheat variety photosynthetic capacity in two main phenological stages. The evaluation of photosynthesis capacity of studied winter wheat varieties in Transylvanian Plain conditions offer relevant information on Romanian genetic material type and paving the way of new research directed to a new wheat breeding program criteria and for improvement of those.
Multidirectional Activities for Gene Pool Conservation in GCEARS-PSP
Authors: DEZMIREAN Daniel Severus , MARGHITAȘ Liviu Alexandru , BOBIȘ Otilia , URCAN Adriana Cristina , DEZMIREAN Horatiu , PAȘCA Claudia , MOISE Adela Ramona
Published: May 2018

The Global Centre of Excellence for Advance Research in Sericulture and Promotion of Silk Production (GCEARS-PSP), recognised by ISC since 2014, was created with the main purposes: development of advanced research in sericulture and diagnostic services using modern techniques, achievement of a gene pool of different silkworms races and promotion of silk production. The objective of this study was to characterize the races from the GCEARS-PSP, in order to conserve the most valuable and resistant ones. This characterisation is a part of GCEARS-PSP’s strategy for the revival and development of sericulture and silk production in Romania. The GCEARS-PSP represents an important point of reference for Romanian sericulture. The experimental data described showed a good prospective for a proper functioning of the research centre and the obtained results are promising for the next lines of research.
Muffins Obtained with Some Vegetal Powders as Fat Replacers
Authors: TUFEANU Roxana E. , TIȚA Mihaela A. , TIȚA Ovidiu
Published: May 2018

Chia seeds and watermelon rind powder were used to produce low-fat muffins in which butter has been replaced at different levels.The utilization of the fat replacers has increased the moisture content and water activity of the samples. The initial moisture content was ranging from 24.41% in control sample to 31.89% in muffins with 100% butter replacement by using the watermelon rind paste. The water activity presented values between 0.863-0.899 during storage at ambient temperature for 10 days. Minerals analysis indicated that through the addition of the powders, an increase in the mineral content of the samples can be achieved. P was the most abundant mineral followed by K. The samples obtained by replacing the butter with vegetal powders can provide between 49.29 % - 58.51% phosphorus; 18.91 %-21.45% selenium and 15.04%-18.48% manganese from the recommended daily intake. These vegetal powders can be used as ingredients for partial or total replacement of fat in muffins due to their ability to improve the nutritional quality and to maintain the physical-chemical and sensory characteristics at level of acceptability.
Influence of Pectolytic Enzymes on the Quality of Wine Maceration
Authors: REBENCIUC Ioana , TIȚA Ovidiu
Published: May 2018

Obtaining high-quality wines with a registered designation of origin means making the most of the specific features of the variety and those imprinted with technology and the place of harvesting. The aroma is due to the chemical compounds of terpenic nature that accumulate in the grapes (variety flavors) and the secondary aromas that are formed during the alcoholic fermentation and the aging period of the wines (Amrani, and Glories, 1995). The wine-making of the varieties is followed by the appreciation of the primary grapes. This is achieved by preferential maceration of the must by means of enzymes (Marin et al., 1998). The technology of aromatic wines has two fundamental objectives: extracting the primary aromas of grapes (terpenols) and favoring the formation of secondary fermentation aromas. In order to obtain aromatic wines with variety typology, the preferential stage is decisive. Pectolytic enzyme preparations are used in oenology to accelerate and complete the extraction and clarification processes of the must, extracting and stabilizing the color, highlighting the varietal aromatic potential of the varieties and improving the filterability and maturation of the wines.
Effects of Different Plant Extracts on Post-Thaw some Spermatological Parameters of Cryopreserved Awassi Rams Spermatozoa
Authors: YAVAS Ilker , KORKMAZ YAVAS Tugba
Published: May 2018

Several diluting–protecting media and different methods have been used for storage of ram semen in liquid and frozen state (Salamonand Maxwel, 2000). Addition of preservatives media for increasing storage of sperm are very important for successful artificial insemination in rams. This study was conducted on evaluate the effect of 3 plant extract. Ejaculates were collected using an electro-ejaculator twice a week during there productive season. After pooling, each pooled ejaculate was split into four equal aliquots and diluted with based Tris, Citric acid, Egg yolk, glicerol extender containing plant extracts (0.02% and % 0.04 Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) (Rosemary extract -oil-soluble)); Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) (0.5 mg/mL and 1 mg/ml) and St. John’s wort (Herba Hyperici) (0.5 mg/mL and 1 mg/mL) at a final concentration of approximately 2x108 motil spermatozoa per straw. These results indicate that that the addition of Echinaceaand Rosemary as antioxidants have more positive effects for Awassi rams on spermatological parameters.
Streamlining a Transport Network Using GIS Technology
Authors: ROTARU Ancuţa , POP Ioana , VÂTCĂ Sorin , ANDRONIE Luisa , CADAR Mirela , VÂTCĂ Anamaria
Published: May 2018

In today’s environment, the success of an organization depends on the ability to reduce the decision cycle, make better decisions, and share strategic information within the organization. The model of this paper shows that the results of GIS processing are much more efficient in the information process - decision making, production, evidence, both in the transport sector and in other fields of activity.The main purpose of a GIS system is, beside the introduction, storage and editing of some geographic, demographic, environmental information etc. The analysis and the study of this information in a relational context, in order to obtain complex decisions. Network analysis in GIS is most frequently related to finding new solutions to transport issues.
Studies Concerning the Dynamics of Productive Indicators on Gray Guinea Fowl (Numida Meleagris)
Authors: ROŞCA Dan Claudiu , USTUROI Marius Giorgi
Published: May 2018

Growing guinea-fowls is an area of less research activity, although meat and eggs from this species are increasingly sought by consumers around the world. In addition, there is a number of very valuable biological features that makes this sector such attractive. This paper deals with a study on the productive performance of the gray guinea fowl under controlled ambient conditions. The biological material consisted of 50 specimens of guinea-fowls, purchased from a producer in our country. Those guinea fowls were grown according to the species-specific technology, from one day to 77 days. The target indicators were body weight, weight gain, feed consumption and stockholding proportion, determined in accordance with the poultry research methodology. The data were statistically processed using the Anova (Analysis of variance) program. For the gray guinea fowl, the growing period has been divided into three stages of age, differentiated by the protein level of the feed. At the time of population, the body weight of birds was 28.09 ± 0.35 g, and on the day of slaughter (77th day), 1923.76 ± 18.29 g. This weight was achieved with a feed conversion index of 1: 3.64.The gray guinea fowl exhibits good organic resistance and ensures satisfactory meat production under conditions of optimal nutrient feeding.
The Influence of Season Variation on Hematological Parameters and Oxidative Stress for Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)
Authors: IHUŢ Andrada , RĂDUCU Camelia , LAŢIU Călin , COCAN Daniel , UIUIU Paul , MIREŞAN Vioara
Published: May 2018

The parameters studied were RBC, Ht, Hb, erythrocyte index MCV, MCH, MCHC, and oxidative stress through SOD and GPx. For each parameter, blood samples were collected at specimens weighing between 100-140g in the summer season, 250-280 g in the fall, 270-300g in the winter and 320-350g in the spring. At the specimens studied the highest values of GPx and SOD were recorded in the spring season due to the stress caused by massive precipitation. During the study, the water temperature ranged between 5.1° C in winter and 19.2° C in summer and O2 ranged between 8.30 mg/l in the summer and 10.20 mg / l in winter. For most parameters, the highest values were recorded in the spring season and the lowest in the summer season. The data obtained in each season on Oncorhynchus mykiss species do not indicate pathological conditions but more an adaptive fish response to environmental conditions and can serve as a database for future research on welfare of salmonids.
How the Use of Orange (Citrus sinensis) Peel Essential oil Affected the Growth Performance of Rainbow Trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)?
Authors: GÜLTEPE Nejdet
Published: May 2018

The most important portion of the aquaculture production with 40-60% of the operating expenses is the feed cost. The decline in natural fish stocks and the resulting increase in the cost of fish meal have led to feed producers and researchers to search for new and/or alternative raw materials for fish feed production. Orange peel essential oil (EO) contains 94.72% D-limonene. Four essential oil supplemented diets (0%, 0.5‰, 1‰ and 3‰) prepared for rainbow trout juvenile. Four groups fish were stocked 100 L aquarium (55 fish per aquarium) with free flow water system for triplicate study in 90 days feeding trial. At the end of the 90-days experimental feeding period; feed conversion ratio is importantly decreased, relative growth rate, specific growth rate and protein efficiency ratio are importantly increased at the 1‰ rate orange peel essential oil additives group (p<0.05).
Preliminary Data Regarding the Nontuberculous Mycobacteria Isolation from Clinical Specimens, from Human PatienTS, in Iași County
Authors: RĂȚOI (ANTON) Ioana Alexandra , CRIVEI Luciana Alexandra , OȘLOBANU Luanda Elena , DICULENCU Daniela , SAVUȚA Gheorghe
Published: May 2018

The nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) represents a large group ofubiquitous environmental mycobacterial species, with more than 160 members that can pose a threat for human health, especially for the immunocompromised hosts. The aim of the current study was the collection of data regarding the frequency of NTM isolation from human clinical specimens, thus providing preliminary data regarding the infection prevalence in Iași County, Romania.Between May 2015 and March 2017 epidemiological data regarding NTM isolatesin the Bacteriology Laboratory at the Clinical Hospital of Pneumology in Iasi were analyzed. A total of 63 mycobacteria strains were isolated and identified as nontuberculous (by smear microscopy, culture on solid and liquid media and immunochromatographic assay). Out of the total number of samples that were submitted in the laboratory for the diagnosis of tuberculosis, during the studied period, 0.25% of them were identified as NTM. The prevalence for 2015 was estimated at 0.18%, and 0.34% for 2016. Given the challenging diagnostic procedures and the absence of notifiable status of NTM in most European Union countries, the epidemiological situation is broadlyunknown. This emphases the need of regular recording and reporting of NTM isolation frequency for awareness of the risk of associated mycobacterial infections.
The Structure of Urethral Epithelium in Merinos Lambs
Authors: RUS Vasile , MATOSZ Bianca , RUXANDA Flavia
Published: May 2018

The aim of this study was to investigate by histological techniques the structure of urethral epithelium in lambs. In this study, we harvested several fragments (prostatic, membranous and cavernous) from urethra from 5 merino’s lambs of 3 months old. The first anatomical segment, the prostatic urethra, is lined by a urinary epithelium. The intermediary layer of this epithelium is formed of 5-6 rows of oval cells. The second segment of urethra has the same type of epithelium but the intermediary layer is formed of 6-7 rows of oval cells. In the last anatomical segment, the penile urethra, the epithelium is the same, but the intermediary layer has 3-4 rows of oval cells. In lambs, the urethra is lined by urinary epithelium. The urethral epithelium does not have the same thickness in all segments. The thinner epithelium it is in the cavernous urethra, the ticker is the membranous urethra.
Effect of the Reduction in the Frequency of Injections of Pituitary Extracts During a Superovulation on the Embryo Collection Results in Cows in Algeria
Authors: ADEL Djallal , TOUATI Kamal , KAIDI Rachid
Published: May 2018

The aim of this study is to verify the efficacy of a superovulation treatment with 3 injections of pituitary extracts (Stimufol®) 24 hours apart and compare the results to a standard protocol (8 injections 12 hours apart), with a total dose of 500 μg. Twenty-three embryos collections were conducted after two superovulation protocols, the first with 8 injections 12 hours apart and decreasing doses (n = 11, group 1) and the second 3 injections at constant doses 24 hours of interval (n = 12, group 2). The average number of lutea corpora obtained is 9.1 per cow for group 1 and 10.4 in group 2. A total number of 140 embryos were collected with an average of 6.08 per cow. Among the embryos collected, 46 and 56 per cent were transferable respectively in group 1 and 2. A little quality gain was recorded in group 2 with an average transferable embryo of 3.8 against 2.2 for group1. In our study we observed the same efficacy for both treatments with a little quality improvement (almost one transferable embryo) when reducing the number of injections at the time of superovulation treatment, the same gain minimal in elite cows can have a significant economic impact.
Zoonotic Diseases Identified by the State-Of-The-Art Zoe Project Research in Romania
Authors: COLIBABA Cintia , COLIBAB Anca Cristina , GHEORGHIU Irina , COLIBABA Stefan , URSA Ovidiu , DIN Claudia
Published: May 2018

The article is based on the ZOE project, Zoonoses Online Education, (2016-1-RO01-KA203-024732), funded by Erasmus+. The project aims to create open digital educational resources in the field of veterinary medicine based on developing innovative guidelines on zoonotic diseases.The article looks at the main findings of the project’s state-of-the-art research in Romania on the 5-10 most encountered and identified zoonoses in the last 10 years at national level.The project research has evaluated the medical literature on zoonotic diseases in the veterinary field and highlighted a variety of diseases that cover the spectrum of infectious agents and display a variety of transmission patterns in different environments, identifying ways of intervention in the local context. This article looks at the second most spread disease present in the-state of-the-art research, Leishmaniasis.The analysis will be incorporated into a guide and an open online course guide on main infectious diseases transmitted from non-human animals to humans, including videos capturing zoonoses bio-manipulation in simulation centres. It will also be part of a guide and an open online course on medical communication, including the zoonoses videos processed from a linguistic, cultural and communication point of view, available in six languages.
Antibacterial Activity of Monolayer Graphene Film to Standardised Staphylococcus Aureus Strains
Authors: GÂJÂILĂ Gabriel , GÂJÂILĂ Iuliana , TAŞBAC Bogdan , AVRAM Andrei , ŢÎNCU Bianca , BURINARU Tiberiu
Published: May 2018

Due to its unique, unanimously recognized properties and biocompatibility, graphene has wide potential applications in biology, biomedical science, environmental agriculture and biotechnology. The antibacterial effect of the graphene is presented in a large number of publications. Most studies reported in the specific literature were aimed mainly at understanding the interaction between graphene and graphene-based materials with cells and bacteria. Even so, there are conflicting results in some cases and there are also numerous controversies regarding the antibacterial effect of monolayer graphene film on different types of substrate.The study is aimed at testing the antibacterial activity of monolayer graphene film on a copper substrate that was covered with a Staphylococcus aureus culture, Gram-positive bacteria recognized for resilience in external environment. The antibacterial activity of the graphene was evaluated via cell-viability test. It has thus been observed that the bacterial suspension’s phisical contact with the a large-area graphene produces significant disturbances of the microorganism’s vital processes.This study may provide new insights for the better understanding of antibacterial actions of graphene applied on different substrates and opportunities for biomedical applications.
Computed Tomography Findings in Spinal Compression in 196 Dogs
Authors: PURDOIU Robert Cristian , ASHUR Reut , CONDOR Laura , LĂCĂTUȘ Radu
Published: May 2018

Spinal cord lesion can be presented as acute, in cases of trauma such as fractures, hematomas and inflammation, or can progress slowly in some chronic diseases.The aim of the study was to identify the sensitivity and specificity of CT examination in diagnostics of different causes of spinal compression in dogs. In this study, different cases with same nature of progressed signs and no findings on x-ray imaging were presented for investigation. All cases were demonstrated for spinal impact sings according to the neurological examination and were good candidates for CT imaging. The study was conducted on 196 dogs, evaluated through CT examination between 2015 and 2017. All dogs arrived with signs suggesting spinal cord lesion of varying degrees, those sings progressed with time but had no evident of spinal lesion in x-ray imaging. Different diagnostics were made based on the CT scans and the cases were divided based on that.For the dogs in the study, signs of spinal compression were evaluated, being taken in consideration the presence of hypo or hyper attenuating material in the medullary canal, integrity of the spinal canal and the vertebral body, the values of A and H index, location of the spinal lesion and presence of vacuum phenomena.Computed tomography examination of the vertebral column proved to be a valuable tool that completed the neurologic examination and show a high sensitivity (94.48%) and a high specificity (87.88%) in diagnostic of spinal cord compression.
Characterisation of the Resistance Patterns to Non Beta-Lactam Antimicrobials in Esbl-Producing Enterobacteriaceae Isolated from Dogs and Their Owners
Authors: COZMA Andreea Paula , MĂCIUCĂ Iulia Elena , CARP-CĂRARE Cătălin , RIMBU Cristina , GUGUIANU Eleonora , CARP-CĂRARE Mihai , TIMOFTE Dorina
Published: May 2018

Enterobacteriaceae producing extended-spectrum beta-lactamase (ESBL) enzymes are resistant to beta-lactam agents and are also commonly multidrug resistant being associated with the resistance to other classes of antibiotics.The aim of our study was to characterise resistance patterns in non-beta-lactam antibiotics of ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae strains isolated from faecal matter of pets and owners.The study was carried out on 63 samples of faecal matter (42 from pets and 21 from owners). The ESBL screening was carried out using the Brilliance ESBL Oxoid chromogenic medium. The isolated strains that generated characteristic presumptive ESBL-producing colonies were cultivated on 5% sheep blood medium for the extraction of bacterial DNA using the boiled preps technique. The confirmation of E. coli species was performed molecularly based on the detection of blauidA and blauspA genes. Other Enterobacteriaceae species were identified based on the minimum biochemical characteristics using the MIU and TSI medium. The phenotypical confirmation of presumptive ESBL-producing strains was carried out using the Double Disc Synergy Test (DDST) using a combination of 3rd generation cephalosporins and beta-lactamase inhibitor agents. The determination of the resistance degree in other classes of antibiotics was carried out through the Kirby-Bauer diffusimetric method, and the results were interpreted according to the CLSI standard.Following the species investigation of isolates, 60/63 (95.28%) belonged to the E. coli species and 3/63 (4.72%) to the K. pneumoniae species. Animal isolates were resistant to sulphonamides (54.76% resistance to SXT), fluoroquinolones (45.23% resistance to ENR) and tetracyclines (54.75% resistance to TE). In addition to strains of animal origin for isolates of human origin, an increased resistance has been noticed to phenicols and aminoglycosides.This study has identified a high prevalence of ESBL-producing Enterobacteriaceae strains and associated with multidrug resistance for pets and their owners.
Liquid Storage of Boar Semen Using Commercial Extenders
Authors: BOGDAN Liviu , CENARIU Mihai , BORZAN Mihai , CIUPE Simona , SZABO Lehel , PALL Emoke
Published: May 2018

The research was focused on the modern evaluation of boar semen parameters, using computer assisted sperm analysis (CASA), before and after liquid storage at 15ºC. Semen was collected from 15 sexually mature boars by manual stimulation. Macroscopical and microscopical evaluation of semen was performed, followed by a detailed CASA analysis of all ejaculates. Subsequently, semen was diluted using 4 different extenders (Semtest, Androstar, MIII and Cronos) and stored at 15ºC for 24 hours. Next, evaluation of progressive motility, total motility and viability was performed, using the same CASA system. All experiments were performed in triplicates and results were statistically analyzed. The average progressive motility after 24 hours was as follows: 69.56 ± 6.38 for MIII, 65.92% ± 2.63 for Semtest, 67.07% ± 5.58 for Androstar Plus and 68.93% ± 3.40 for Cronos. The viability results after 24 hours were: 86.34% ± 1.38 for Semtest extender, 93.55% ± 3.38% for Androstrar Plus, 89.19% ± 3.42 for MIII and 91.35% ± 2.37 for Cronos. The findings of this study suggest that the use of commercial extenders for short-term storage of swine semen is important in order to increase sperm longevity with minimal sperm function deterioration.
Determination of the Mean Electrical Axis in Dogs and Cats (Mini-Review)
Authors: BROJBĂ Cristian
Published: May 2018

In this study we set out to reveal the practical importance of the determination of the mean electrical axis (MEA) in dogs and cats. The Hexaxial Reference System is used for the determination of the cardiac electrical axis. We described 2 methods, that are used the most frequently and we confirmed that the movement of the mean electrical axis is useful in the diagnosis of cardiac diseases.
Researches Regarding the Values of Some Electrocardiogram’S Components in Cats
Authors: BROJBĂ Cristian
Published: May 2018

The electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) represents the graphical recording of the cardiac electrical activity (Ghiţă et al., 2005) and it is useful in the diagnosis in some cardiac diseases (such as rhythm disorders) (Cotor and Ghiţă, 2014) or frequency disorders (Ghiţă et al., 2007).The main target of this research work was to determine the values of the main components of the ECG and the cardiac frequency. The biological material was represented by 12 healthy cats of different breeds. The values obtained in this research work can be used as reference values in ECG interpretation in cats.
Preliminary Data on the In Vitro Effect of Copper-Based Compounds on Aerobic Bacterial Microflora Isolated from Sheep Footrot
Authors: CHIRILĂ Flore , NADĂŞ George Cosmin , RĂPUNTEAN Sorin , BOUARI Cosmina Maria , MATEI Ioana , FELECAN Cristina , NEGREA Octavia , MARCHIŞ Zamfir , MICLĂUŞ Vasile , FIŢ Nicodim Iosif
Published: May 2018

Contagious sheep footrot is an infectious disease with chronic evolution, usually enzootic, characterized by necrotic or necrotic-purulent inflammation of the soft tissues of the hoof, which causes partial or total detachment of the horn. Cu-based products represented by (I) 1-hydroxyquinoline + Cu on 5% hydroxyapatite, (II) 2 Hydroxyquinoline + Cu + NO3 on 5% Hydroxyapatite and (III) 3 Nitrohydroxyquinoline + Cu on 5% Hydroxyapatite were conditioned in aqueous suspension in a volume of 100 ml, pH 6,0 – 6,4. The products were placed into wells, 20 μL/well, along with 0.5 % copper sulphate solution (Cu control) and Enroxil and Oxitetracycline (control for antibiotics).The results demonstrated that 7 of the samples (58.33 %) are sensitive to the product I, 6 samples (50%) to the product III, 4 samples (33.33 %) to the product 2 and the 0.5% Copper sulphate solution only has a bacteriostatic effect. In comparison to the two antibiotics, 9 samples (75 %) are sensitive to enrofloxacin and only 5 samples (41.66 %) to oxytetracycline. Regarding the associations of microorganisms in the samples with resistance, we have found that these are represented by the most common germs of genus Bacillus, Corynebacterium and Gram negative bacteria, and rarer associations with Micrococcus and Staphylococcus.