ASPA 2025 Program

Tuesday, 17th June

Room Venaria + Racconigi

14.30

Opening Ceremony

14.30

Introduction to the 26th ASPA Congress
Nicolò Pietro Paolo Macciotta – ASPA President

14:45

The 26th ASPA Congress in Torino
Paola Sacchi, President of the ASPA 2025 Congress

15:00

“Memory is our future”
Christian Greco, Director of Museo Egizio, Torino

15:30

“From “necessary evil” to “FeedEconomy” how livestock production has changed from the 19th century to date”
Ivo Zoccarato, former Director of the Department of Agricultural, Forest and Food Sciences, University of Torino

16:00

“Guiding principles of AI: application in animal husbandry”
Andrea Rosati, Secretary of EAAP – European Federation of Animal Science

16:30

Discussion

16:45

Coffee break

17:15

Round Table
“The food that will come: a dialogue between science and ethics”

Giuseppe Pulina, University of Sassari

Alessandro Bertero, University of Torino

Maurizio Balistreri, University of Tuscia

Moderator: Piero Bianucci, science writer and journalist

18:45

Welcome cocktail (Campus SAMEV)

Wednesday, 18th June

Room Venaria | Session 01

Genetics: SUSTAINABILITY AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES OF ANIMAL BREEDING

Sponsored by Fedana
Chairs: Cassandro Martino – Negro Alessio

9:00

Gomez Mayra, Landi Vincenzo, Cimmino Roberta, Rossi Dario, Zullo Gianluigi, Di Vuolo Gabriele, Neglia Gianluca, Biffani Stefano 
Imputation accuracy of missing genotypes in Italian Mediterranean Buffalo using 50K SNP chip

444

9:15

Layton Jonathan, Benzoni Lorenzo, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Van Kaam Jan-Thijs, Tiezzi Francesco, Marusi Maurizio, Cassandro Martino 
Genomic evaluation of methane emissions and feed efficiency in Holstein bulls

060

9:30

Biscarini Filippo, Cesarani Alberto, Mastrangelo Salvatore, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Van Kaam Jan-Thijs, Benzoni Lorenzo, Ciampolini Roberta, Cassandro Martino
An enviromics approach to modelling GxE interactions in dairy cattle

512

9:45

Ferrari Valentina, Marusi Maurizio, Galluzzo Ferdinando, Cassandro Martino 
Calf survival in Italian Holstein: first results and services for farmers

084

10:00

Graziani Silvia, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Tiezzi Francesco, Pieramati Camillo, Sarti Francesca Maria, Cassandro Martino
Total and differential somatic cell traits in Italian Jersey Dairy Cattle Breed: preliminary results

409

10:15

Colombi Daniele, Bonifazi Renzo, Perini Francesco, Sbarra Fiorella, Quaglia Andrea, Calus Mario, Lasagna Emiliano
Multi-breed genomic predictions for average daily gain in three Italian beef cattle breeds

105

10:30

Cendron Filippo, Perini Francesco, Lasagna Emiliano, Baruschello Maristella, Cassandro Martino, Penasa Mauro
Genetic diversity of goose (Anser anser) and guinea fowl (Numida meleagris) local breeds using whole genome sequencing

034

10:45

Coffee break and Poster session

Room Racconigi | Session 02

Food Quality: PORK AND POULTRY MEAT

Chairs: Serra Andrea – Cullere Marco

9:00

Grassi Giulia, Tavaniello Siria, Palazzo Marisa, Peng Meng, Teshale Dereje Birara, Maiorano Giuseppe
Effect of the inclusion of shelled dried chestnut in the finishing diet on growth performance and meat quality of Casertana pig

194

9:15

Mainardi Edda, Costa Annamaria, Pallaoro Margherita, Aidos Lucia, Buoio Eleonora, Mazzola Silvia, Di Giancamillo Mauro, Modina Silvia, Di Giancamillo Alessia, Rossi Raffaella
Carcass characteristics and quality parameters of Longissimus dorsi muscle of Nero di Lomellina pigs

093

9:30

Cappone Eleonora Erika, Fiorilla Edoardo, Gariglio Marta, Franco Riccardo, Hos Enes, Zambotto Valeria, Bianchi Chiara, Daniele Giulia Maria, Cianciabella Marta, Bongiorno Valentina, Stoppani Nadia, Soglia Dominga, Schiavone Achille
Rediscovering the value of endangered Piedmontese chicken breeds through meat quality assessment

355

9:45

Petracci Massimiliano, Antenucci Emilia Luigia, Gagliano Mara Antonia, Bordini Martina, Mancinelli Cartoni Alice, Zampiga Marco, Soglia Francesca, Mattioli Simona, Sirri Federico
Comparison of carcass and meat quality traits of fast-, medium- and slow-growing chicken genotypes fed diets with different protein-to-energy ratio

079

10.00

Antenucci Emilia Luigia, Mancinelli Cartoni Alice, Soglia Francesca, Gagliano Mara Antonia, Petracci Massimiliano, Dal Bosco Alessandro
Effects of outdoor enrichments and dietary supplementation with n-3 PUFA and antioxidants on the meat quality traits in free range chickens

332

10.15

Soglia Francesca, Bordini Martina, Tavaniello Siria, Antenucci Emilia Luigia, Maiorano Giuseppe, Petracci Massimiliano
Breast meat quality to classify the wooden breast defect and investigate its underlying mechanisms in fast-growing chickens

259

10.45

Coffee break and Poster session

Room Stupinigi | Session 03

Alternative Proteins: YELLOW MEALWORM REARING AND NUTRITION

Sponsored by GREEN FEED CYCLES
Chairs: Athanassiou Christos – Dell’Anno Matteo

9:00

INVITED LECTURE
Barragán-Fonseca Karol
Insects for Peace: transforming communities through Black Soldier Fly farming

194

9:30

Palumbo Bianca Federica, Deruytter David, Dalle Zotte Antonella
Optimizing Tenebrio molitor reproduction: examining beetle size effect on mating preferences, and larval yield and performance

251

9:45

Resconi Andrea, Adamaki-Sotiraki Christina, Rigopolou Marianna, Gasco Laura, Athanassiou Christos
Is age just a number? Investigating the effects of male and female age on the reproduction of Tenebrio molitor

055

10.00

Daluwatta Sujivi, Bellezza Oddon Sara, Candian Valentina, Loiotine Zaira, Resconi Andrea, Biasato Ilaria, Tedeschi Rosemarie, Gasco Laura
Impact of different dietary protein: carbohydrates ratios and lipid inclusion levels on the growth performance, nutritional composition and AMPs gene expression of Tenebrio molitor larvae

109

10.15

Moradei Andrea, Spranghers Thomas, Ottoboni Matteo, Deruytter David, Pinotti Luciano
Tenebrio molitor: effects of four herbs on larval composition and on their growth performance

017

10.30

Copelotti Emma, De Schutter Kristof, Tzompa-Sosa Daylan, Coudron Carl, Deruytter David, Mancini Simone
Fully hydrogenated rapeseed oil (FHRO) enriched diet in Tenebrio molitor larvae: effects on growth performances and nutritional composition

032

10.45

Coffee break and Poster session

Room Valentino | Session 04

Sustainability: FEEDING STRATEGIES

Chairs: Sandrucci Anna – Atzori Alberto

9:00

Colleluori Riccardo, Silvestrelli Simone, De Matos Vettori Julio, Cavallini Damiano, Buonaiuto Giovanni, Formigoni Andrea
Effects of a molasses-based liquid feed supplemented with tannins on productive performance and methane emissions in lactating dairy cows

489

9:15

Dell’Anno Matteo, Spedale Cristina, Frazzini Sara, Di Stefano Antonio, Baldi Antonella, Rossi Luciana, Chiofalo Vincenzo
Evaluation of functional characteristics of whole lemon pulp and depectinized lemon pulp for animal feeding

501

9:30

Spedale Cristina, Dell’Anno Matteo, Onelli Elisabetta, Moscatelli Alessandra, Puglia Marco, Pedrazzi Simone, Dell’Orto Vittorio, Chiofalo Vincenzo, Rossi Luciana
Functional characterization of biochar from lemon pulp by-products as innovative feed ingredients

467

9:45

Caratzu Maria Francesca, Lunesu Mondina Francesca, Sechi Sara, Carta Silvia, Nudda Anna, Pulina Giuseppe, Correddu Fabio
Carbon Footprint estimation of some European agro-industrial by-products and their effect in reducing the environmental impact of sheep and goat diets

475

10.00

Mantino Alberto, Finocchi Matteo, Ripamonti Alice, Silvi Alina, Casarosa Laura, Senatore Elena, Cella Fabrizio Giuseppe, Serra Andrea, Conte Giuseppe, Mele Marcello
Brewers’ spent grains as a sustainable alternative for lactating ewes: a feeding and environmental perspective

416

10.15

Santoru Matteo, Muñoz-Grein Jennifer, Alvarez-Rodriguez Javier, Pinotti Luciano, Latorre Maria Angeles
Evaluation of Yucca schidigera extract inclusion in fattening pig nutrition: impact on performances, nitrogen use and slurry composition

190

10.30

Volpe Federica, Zampiga Marco, Pignata Stefano, Piscitelli Raffaela, Petracci Massimiliano, Sirri Federico
Comparison of the environmental impacts of chicken meat production among fast-, medium- and slow-growing genotypes fed diets with different protein-to-energy ratio

386

10.45

Coffee break and Poster session

Room Mandria | Session 05

Genetics: POULTRY AND RABBIT

Chairs: Lasagna Emiliano – Mecocci Samanta

9:00

Perini Francesco, Cendron Filippo, Lasagna Emiliano, Baruchello Maristella, Cassandro Martino, Penasa Mauro
Genetic characterization of two local duck breeds (Anas platyrhynchos) using whole genome sequencing

056

9:15

Saleh Medhat, Pierini Claudia, Landi Vincenzo, Maggiolino Aristide, Lasagna Emiliano, Mugnai Cecilia, Perini Francesco, Centoducati Gerardo, Canales Amado, Martinez Amparo, De Palo Pasquale, Ciani Elena, Bruno Silvia, Bramante Grazia, Pugliese Nicola, Circella Elena, Santos Silva Fatima, Carolino Inês, Camarda Antonio
Genetic characterization and origins of the Leccese: insights into an Apulian poultry breed

276

9:30

Perricone Vera, Marelli Stefano, Zaniboni Luisa, Tognoli Cristina, Zeni Niko Gioacchino, Schiavone Achille, Soglia Dominga, Cerolini Silvia
Phenotipic characterization and mating plan for biodiversity conservation in Modenese chicken breeders

286

9:45

Stoppani Nadia, Soglia Dominga, Bongiorno Valentina, Testa Pietro, Moshe David, Schiavone Achille
Safeguarding local animal genetics: the conservation of the Nostrana di Morozzo chicken breed

350

10.00

Soglia Dominga, Stoppani Nadia, Perini Francesco, Lasagna Emiliano, Schiavone Achille, Cerolini Silvia
Molecular data to safeguard genetic diversity in local chicken breed conservation

353

10.15

Bordini Martina, Zappaterra Martina, Petracci Massimiliano, Soglia Francesca 
Gene expression analysis of Collagen type III coding gene in chicken breast muscles affected by wooden breast condition

258

10.30

Bovo Samuele, Ribani Anisa, Bolner Matteo, Taurisano Valeria, Schiavo Giuseppina, Bertolini Francesca, Fontanesi Luca 
The size of the rabbit from whole genome sequencing: the dwarfism in Dwarf Lop breed is better explained as a polygenic trait

213

10.45

Coffee break and Poster session

Room Agliè | Session 06

Physiology and Reproduction: RUMINANT PHYSIOLOGY

Chairs: Minuti Andrea – Kristofova Radoslava

9:00

Calanni Macchio Alfio, Iraci Fuintino Antonio, Ragona Francesca, Purrone Sissy, Trapanese Lucia, Pacelli Giovanmaria, Santinello Matteo
Influence of conception time on milk yield and quality traits in primiparous Mediterranean buffalo

167

9:15

Benedetti Lorenzo, Piccioli-Cappelli Fiorenzo, Sfulcini Marta, Cattaneo Luca, Minuti Andrea, Trevisi Erminio
Feeding dairy cows in the morning or in the evening: effects on milk production, rumen activity and feeding behavior

168

9:30

Niero Giovanni, Visentin Giulio, Meoni Gaia, Leonardo Tenori, Cassandro Martino, De Marchi Massimo, Penasa Mauro
Impact of cow udder health status on milk metabolic pattern

407

9:45

Piccioli-Cappelli Fiorenzo, Mezzetti Matteo, Vercesi Alessandro, Scemama De Gialluly Sophie, Benedetti Lorenzo, Bosio Lorenzo, Greco Dante, Trevisi Erminio
Effects administration of vitamin D3 delivered by liposomes to dairy cows during transition period

482

10.00

Lopreiato Vincenzo, Stocco Giorgia, Biffani Stefano, Liotta Luigi, Niero Giovanni, Penasa Mauro, Summer Andrea, Martinelli Nicola, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio
Application of a Generalized Additive Mixed Model to evaluate the effect of season, energy status, milk yield, and milk macro-mineral content on milk fatty acids profile of Brown Swiss dairy cows

551

10.15

Maggiolino Aristide, Landi Vincenzo, Trevisi Erminio, Bernabucci Umberto, Lecchi Cristina, Ceciliani Fabrizio, De Palo Pasquale
Hemogasanalysis patterns modifications in Holstein Friesian and Brown Swiss lactating cows coping with a natural short-term heat wave

445

10.30

Sfulcini Marta, Cattaneo Luca, Piccioli-Cappelli Fiorenzo, Trevisi Erminio, Minuti Andrea
Early-life ruminal transfaunation using different types of in-vitro fermented inocula: effect in health and performance in dairy calves

296

10.45

Coffee break and Poster session

Room Carignano | Session 07

Production Systems: EFFICIENCY, HEALTH, AND SUSTAINABILITY

 Chairs: Chiofalo Biagina – Birolo Marco

9:00

Ravetto Enri Simone, Pittarello Marco, Lonati Michele, Lombardi Giampiero
Can livestock site-use intensity be estimated by observation of grazing evidences in alpine pastures?

453

9:15

Podda Maria Giovanna, Sechi Gian Simone, Atzori Alberto Stanislao, Todde Giorgio, Cannas Antonello
Optimizing dairy farm efficiency: a case study in process mapping and business process management for feeding operations

170

9:30

Coppa Mauro, Bellato Alessandro, Manenti Isabella, Bongioanni Luisa, Borla Laura, Donato Antonella, Mannelli Alessandro, Battaglini Luca
Farm management risk factors of mastitis for mountain dairy farms in the western Alps

499

9:45

Ferronato Giulia, Anna Simonetto, Gilioli Gianni, Zecconi Alfonso
Exploring the relationship between mastitis risk management, milk yield and global warming potential in dairy farms

306

10.00

Tretola Marco, Antonacci Alessandro, Silacci Paolo, Bee Giuseppe
Impact of two different pen cleaning protocols on ex-vivo jejunal integrity and nutrients uptake of growing-finishing pigs fed standard or low-protein diets

028

10.15

INVITED LECTURE
Baxter Emma
How to ‘End the Cage Age’ for farrowing sows – updates on research, systems and best practice

10.45

Coffee break and Poster session

Room Venaria | Session 08

Genetics: SUSTAINABILITY AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES OF ANIMAL BREEDING

Sponsored by Fedana
Chairs: Cassandro Martino – Fumagalli Francesca

11:15

Persichilli Christian, Cassandro Martino, Senczuk Gabriele, Di Civita Marika, Bitew Mulusew Kassa, Van Kaam Jan-Thijs, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Pilla Fabio
Worldwide diversity of Holstein cattle

485

11:30

Zanotti Andrea, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Summer Andrea, Sabbioni Alberto, Asti Vittoria, Tiezzi Francesco, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Van Kaam Jan-Thijs, Cassandro Martino, Layton Jonathan, Ablondi Michela
The impact of inbreeding on fertility in Italian Holstein cattle

373

11:45

Milia Paola, Cesarani Alberto, Fabris Anna, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Marusi Maurizio, Macciotta Nicolò, Dimauro Corrado
Assessing Fertility: Developing an Index for Italian Jersey Cattle

065

12:00

Benzoni Lorenzo, Layton Jonathan, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Marusi Maurizio, Testori Fabio, Cassandro Martino
Phenotypic Associations between Hoof Lesions and Type Traits in Italian Holstein population

059

12:15

Gomez Mayra, Cimmino Roberta, Rossi Dario, Zullo Gianluigi, Di Vuolo Gabriele, Neglia Gianluca, Biffani Stefano
The Role of Inbreeding Depression in the Genetic Improvement Program of the Italian Mediterranean Buffalo

443

12:30

Callegaro Simone, Tiezzi Francesco, Maltecca Christian, Fabbri Maria Chiara, Bozzi Riccardo
Comprehensive analysis of inbreeding depression across growth, fertility, and survival traits in Charolais and Limousine beef cattle

129

12:45

Bertolini Francesca, Vegni Jacopo, Schiavo Giuseppina, Bovo Samuele, Bolner Matteo, Buttazzoni Luca, Gallo Maurizio, Fontanesi Luca
Changes in allele and haplotype frequencies over the years have differentiated the genomes of Italian heavy pigs from cosmopolitan breeds

382

13.00

Lunch

Room Racconigi | Session 09

Food Quality: EGGS AND OTHER FOODS

Chairs: Dal Bosco Alessandro – Di Rosa Ambra

11:15

Dalle Zotte Antonella, Singh Yazavinder, Boccato Alberto, Cullere Marco
Camelina sativa: an emerging crop that can successfully be exploited in laying hen’s feeding without compromising egg quality

322

11:30

Cullere Marco, Singh Yazavinder, Dalle Zotte Antonella, Boccato Alberto
Camelina sativa: an emerging crop to enhance egg healthiness and reaching the claim “rich in omega-3 fatty acids”

288

11:45

Piscitelli Raffaela, Zampiga Marco, Pignata Stefano, Petracci Massimiliano, Sirri Federico
Proximate composition and fatty acid profile of eggs laid by two Italian chicken breeds, their crossbreeds, and a commercial hen hybrid reared both in enriched cages and free-range system

086

12:00

Carta Silvia, Rubattu Roberto, Nudda Anna, Correddu Fabio
Does the farming system influence the quality of the eggs in terms of chemical composition and colour parameters?

393

12:15

Accetta Francesca, Ben Tiba Amani, Ayoub Hai Said, Di Rosa Ambra
Evaluation of geographical and botanical origin of Tunisian and Sicilian honeys using artificial senses and data fusion

317

12:30

Lanzoni Davide, Zanderigo Giovanni, Sundaram Tamil, Baldi Antonella, Cheli Federica, Giromini Carlotta
Exploring Plant-Based Proteins as an Alternative for Culture Media in Cellular Agriculture

039

12:45

Pulina Giuseppe, Lunesu Mondina Francesca, Correddu Fabio, Cesarani Alberto, Nudda Anna
The Naturalness of Food Production and Processing: Ethical Perspectives and a New Metric of Naturalness

574

13.00

Lunch

Room Stupinigi | Session 10

Alternative Proteins: YELLOW MEALWORM AND BLACK SOLDIER FLY REARING AND NUTRITION

Sponsored by GREEN FEED CYCLES
Chairs: Rumbos Christos – Secci Giulia

11:15

Chrysanthopoulou Christina, Adamaki-Sotiraki Christina, Rumbos Christos, Athanassiou Christos
Feeding Tenebrio molitor larvae with oilseed presscakes – Sustainable and nutrient-rich feeding substrates

577

11:30

Dell’Anno Matteo, Ferri Irene, Dametti Matilda, Spano Mattia, Mannina Luisa, Rossi Luciana
Evaluation of the metabolomic profile in Tenebrio molitor reared on functional substrates

515

11:45

Loiotine Zaira, Bellezza Oddon Sara, Resconi Andrea, Passaro Rosa Laura, Gai Francesco, Bacenetti Jacopo, Gasco Laura, Biasato Ilaria
Larval growth and bioconversion efficiency of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) on rice by-products: unlocking new life for agricultural waste

072

12:00

Nucera Daniele, Bellezza Oddon Sara, Loiotine Zaira, Passaro Rosa Laura, Piano Serenella, Biasato Ilaria, Zeppa Giuseppe, Renna Manuela, Patti Sara, Gasco Laura
Stabilization of canteen waste for Hermetia illucens larvae substrate production

556

12:15

Passaro Rosa Laura, Bellezza Oddon Sara, Loiotine Zaira, Biasato Ilaria, Nucera Daniele, Piano Serenella, Gasco Laura
Transforming canteen waste into black soldier fly larvae feed: effects on growth performance and bioconversion efficiency

058

12:30

Zanzot Asia, Copelotti Emma, Cacchiarelli Chiara, Trocino Angela, Mancini Simone
Meat-based diets for Hermetia illucens larvae: effects on growth and proximate composition

161

12:45

Zafeiriadis Sofronios, Baliota Georgia, Adamaki-Sotiraki Christina, Karagiorgis Georgios, Rumbos Christos, Athanassiou Christos
Sustainable management of dairy waste: exploring Hermetia illucens (L.) bioconversion potentials for efficient effluent treatment

578

13.00

Lunch

Room Valentino | Session 11

Sustainability: ENTERIC EMISSIONS

Chairs: Vitali Andrea – Gislon Giulia

11:15

INVITED LECTURE
Bacenetti Jacopo
Weaknesses, limits, biases and strengths of LCA applied to livestock systems

11:45

Braidot Matteo, Cabbia Anita, Cavallini Damiano, Spanghero Mauro, Romanzin Alberto
Methane emission assessment in Simmental bulls divergent for feed efficiency

274

12:00

Ramirez Mauricio Marco Aurelio, Toledo-Alvarado Hugo, Schiavon Stefano, Martinez-Marin Gustavo, Gallo Luigi, Nocetti Marco, Sturaro Enrico, Giannuzzi Diana, Cecchinato Alessio
Impact of farming systems and welfare indicators on milk infrared-predicted enteric methane emissions in Parmigiano Reggiano cheese production area

087

12:15

Rossi Chiara, Grossi Giampiero, Vitali Andrea, Lacetera Nicola
Seasonal pattern of enteric methane emissions in dairy cow

427

12:30

Moliso Mesfin, Ferronato Giulia, Negrini Riccardo, Ajmone Marsan Paolo, Mrode Raphael, Pinares-Patino Cesar S., Fioretti Mauro, Pascarella Lorenzo
Assessment of enteric methane emissions in three Italian dairy cattle breeds using DHI data

377

12:45

Rossi Chiara, Grossi Giampiero, Vitali Andrea, Petrocchi Jasinski Francesca, Evangelista Chiara, Basiricò Loredana, Turriziani Giovanni, Bernabucci Umberto, Lacetera Nicola
Effect of green forage on enteric methane emissions in Mediterranean dairy buffaloes during summer: different approaches for measurement

417

13.00

Lunch

Room Mandria | Session 12

Ruminant Nutrition: NUTRITION AND FEEDING BEHAVIOUR OF DAIRY COWS

Chairs: Toral Pablo – Simoni Marica

11:15

Rocchetti Gabriele, Cattaneo Luca, Froldi Federico, Lapris Marco, Moschini Maurizio, Bani Paolo, Trevisi Erminio
A data fusion approach unveils the impact of 3-nitrooxypropanol on the rumen fluid and milk metabolomes of lactating Holstein dairy cows

049

11:30

Simoni Marica, Esposito Giulia, Paolini Annamaria, Patrissi Rosanna, Righi Federico
Nutritional and chemical characteristics of hay-based diets as predictors of ruminal and intestinal microbial development and function

211

11:45

Simoni Marica, Pitino Rosario, Boldrin Gloria, Valoppi Davide, Tedeschi Irene, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Righi Federico
Evaluation of two feeding strategies applied to robotic milking on primiparous cows

434

12:00

Righi Federico, Pitino Rosario, Mantovani Giorgia, Danese Tommaso, Tsiplakou Eleni, Simoni Marica
Comparing nitrogen supply from hay-based diets fed to dairy cows having low or high nitrogen excretion

419

12:15

Zambianchi Lucia, Colleluori Riccardo, Giaretta Elisa, Fusaro Isa, Spagnolo Marco, Ferrari Maria Giulia, Mammi Ludovica Maria Eugenia
Urinary mineral excretion in dry cows during prepartum period

549

12:30

Meli Giovanna, Chen Wenning, Fumo Valentina, Savoini Giovanni, Invernizzi Guido
Feeding behavior in heat-stressed heifers under different management practices

540

12:45

Amato Annalisa, Sfulcini Marta, Guenther Maverick, Larsen Grace, Guzi Savegnano Caroline, Tao Sha, Laporta Jimena
The impact of pre-weaning plane nutrition on mammary gland development of dairy calves

349

13.00

Lunch

Room Agliè | Session 13

Physiology and Reproduction: MISCELLANY

Chairs: Cerolini Silvia – Antenucci Emanuele

11:15

Lopreiato Vincenzo, Cavallo Carmelo, Floridia Viviana, Liotta Luigi, Chiofalo Vincenzo, D’Andrea Mariasilvia, Palombo Valentino
Rumen epithelium transcriptome changes in response to polyphenols-enriched olive cake supplementation in finishing Limousine bulls

448

11:30

De Matos Luiz Gustavo, Balbi Ombretta, Salvi Gaspare, Dadi Yasmine, Martini Valeria, Agazzi Alessandro, Maggiolino Aristide, De Palo Pasquale, Lecchi Cristina
Modulation of bovine immune cells by small extracellular vesicles isolated from the plasma of heat-stressed cows

146

11:45

Fulgione Andrea, Iovane Valentina, Gentile Antonio
Prediction by molecular dynamics simulation analysis of IL-10 polymorphisms effects and association with brucellosis in Mediterranean river Buffalo

077

12:00

Kristofova Radoslava, Zitterl-Eglseer Karin, Capucchio Maria Teresa, Ippolito Dorotea, Gai Francesco, Firooznia Fardad, Laukova Andrea, Pogany Simonova Monika, Cikos Stefan, Spirkova Alexandra, Franc Ales, Takacsova Margareta, Placha Iveta
Protective effect of thymol incorporated into gastroresistant pellets on intestinal integrity and microbiota in rabbits

145

12:15

Pasquariello Rolando, Di Filippo Francesca, Brevini Tiziana A.L., Gandolfi Fulvio
Innovative flow cytometry-based isolation of bovine spermatids for assisted reproductive technologies

019

12:30

INVITED LECTURE
Knight Christopher Harold
Progress towards reasonably-precise livestock farming in the dairy sector

13.00

Lunch

Room Carignano | Session 14

Production Systems: CHALLENGES AND INNOVATIONS

Chairs: Castellini Cesare – Zappaterra Martina

11:15

D’alessandro Angela, Di Luca Alessio, Cavaliere Gina, Martemucci Giovanni, Cimmino Fabiano, Trinchese Giovanna, Mollica Maria Pina
Evaluation of physiological effects of milk from the autochthonous Capestrina goat breed using an animal model study

045

11:30

Perrucci Alice, Ferrari Elvira, Cavagnini Alberto, Scollo Annalisa
Statistical Process Control to monitor productive items affected by PRRS virus

018

11:45

Ferrari Carolina, Cesarani Alberto, Gaspa Giustino, Macciotta Nicolò, Falchi Laura, Bernabucci Umberto, Negrini Riccardo
Analyzing big data to evaluate heat stress tolerance in dairy cows

337

12:00

Menini Alessio, Marcon Caterina, Magrin Luisa, Stiletto Alice, Giampietri Elisa, Trestini Samuele, Gottardo Flaviana
Innovative and participatory pathways for sustainable livestock farming and meat production: insights from the Veneto region in Italy

357

12:15

Di Federico Francesca, Angelucci Elisa, Davidescu Magdalena, Macchioni Lara, Salvadori Laura, Chiappalupi Sara, Sorci Guglielmo, Dal Bosco Alessandro, Bosa Luigia, Castellini Cesare, Mattioli Simona
Lipid metabolism of chickens with different growth rate and kinetic activity

198

12:30

Birolo Marco, Pontalti Emanuele, Pirrone Fabrizio, Nalon Eleonora, Mattioli Simona, Verdiglione Rina, Dalle Zotte Antonella
Effect of heat stress on growth performance and carcass traits of fast- medium- and slow-growing chicken genotypes

218

12:45

Franzin Alberico, Olivieri Silvia, Sciuto Simona, Provera Alessandra, Ferraris Carla, Romano Angelo, Pitti Monica, Power Karen, Leandri Rebecca, Biasibetti Elena, Pezzolato Marzia, Bozzetta Elena
Exceptional mortality in an intensive “short cycle” snail farm in Northwest Italy

554

13.00

Lunch

Room Venaria | Session 15

Genetics: OMICS-BASED APPROACHES

Chairs: Ajmone-Marsan Paolo – Schiavo Giuseppina

14:00

INVITED LECTURE
Blasco Agustín
Omics data sets are compositional: the problem and its solution

14:30

Williams John, Colli Licia, Ren Yan, Santos Pineda Paulene, Khatkar Mehar S., Macphillamy Callum, Negrini Riccardo, Flores Ester B., Ajmone Marsan Paolo, Low Wai Yee
Genotyping Buffalo by Targeted SNP-Capture Sequencing

396

14:45

Bolner Matteo, Bertolini Francesca, Bovo Samuele, Schiavo Giuseppina, Cappelloni Manolo, Gallo Maurizio, Fontanesi Luca
Application of metabolomics to help dissect biological factors underlying fat deposition in pigs

254

15:00

Bovo Samuele, Bolner Matteo, Schiavo Giuseppina, Bertolini Francesca, Gallo Maurizio, Fontanesi Luca
Multi-omics dissection of lipid metabolism in Italian heavy pig breeds

244

15:15

Mecocci Samanta, Cappelli Katia, Beccati Francesca, Porzio Elisabetta, Ratto Roberta, Pepe Marco, Capomaccio Stefano
Exercise as a modifier of the molecular clock in the athletic horse: a genome-wide study

303

15:30

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Racconigi | Session 16

Food Quality: SHEEP MEAT

Chairs: Maggiolino Aristide – Correddu Fabio

14:00

Lopez Annalaura, Greco Margherita, Marcolli Beatrice, Moretti Vittorio Maria, Mattiello Silvana, Bellagamba Federica
Evaluation of the triple attitude of the alpine Ciuta sheep breed: quality assessment of milk, meat and wool

234

14:15

Maniaci Giuseppe, Giosuè Cristina, Ul Hassan Mahmood, Gannuscio Riccardo, Busetta Gabriele, Gaglio Raimondo, Todaro Massimo, Alabiso Marco
Effects of including destoned olive cake in sheep feed on meat quality and salami production

343

14:30

Musati Martino, Cannone Marco Sebastiano, Bertino Antonino, Mangano Fabrizio, Luciano Giuseppe, Priolo Alessandro, Mangione Guido, Foti Francesco, Scerra Manuel, Della Malva Antonella, Natalello Antonio
Effects of feeding bergamot by-products on performance and meat quality in lambs

366

14:45

Ponte Marialetizia, Pipi Marianna, Badalamenti Rosario, Bonanno Adriana, Di Grigoli Antonino
Effects of ensiled and dehydrated grape pomace in the ewes’ diet on meat production of suckling lambs

509

15:00

Satta Francesca, Castangia Francesca, Pinna Aurelia, Caria Claudio, Ledda Antonello, Spezzigu Antonio, Sotgiu Francesca, Cannas Antonello
Enhancing meat production and quality of culled Sarda ewes

195

15:15

Parrini Silvia, Pugliese Carolina, Becciolini Valentina, Tocci Roberto, Sargentini Clara, Crovetti Alessandro, Sirtori Francesco, Aquilani Chiara, Bozzi Riccardo
Assessing quality traits of lamb meat by FT- NIRS

164

15:30

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Stupinigi | Session 17

Alternative Proteins: INSECT REARING AND USE AS ANIMAL FEED

Sponsored by GREEN FEED CYCLES
Chairs: Mancini Simone – Benini Elisa

14:00

Tognocchi Monica, Malucchi Gilda, Tinagli Sara, Canale Angelo, Perioli Riccardo, Conte Giuseppe, Mele Marcello, Serra Andrea
Rearing substrate influences the chemical composition of Hermetia Illucens larvae

437

14:15

Moradei Andrea, Ottoboni Matteo, Malabusini Serena, Jucker Costanza, Savoldelli Sara, Pinotti Luciano
Enriched zinc and selenium agri-food by-products: effects on growth performance of black soldier fly

096

14:30

Baima Lorenzo, Merlino Valentina Maria, Bellezza Oddon Sara, Gasco Laura, Biasato Ilaria, Loiotine Zaira, Blanc Simone, Massaglia Stefano, Brun Filippo
Economic and social perspectives on integrating Hermetia illucens meal in animal feed supply chain

354

14:45

Biasato Ilaria, Bongiorno Valentina, Loiotine Zaira, Bellezza Oddon Sara, Ribeiro Teresa, Resconi Andrea, Passaro Rosa Laura, Mendez Rondo Keidy Yasmin, Filippa Alessia, Cappone Eleonora Erika, Fiorilla Edoardo, Renna Manuela, Brugiapaglia Alberto, Schiavone Achille, Gasco Laura
Live Tenebrio molitor larvae as feed ingredient for native chickens: effects on productive performance and egg quality

038

15:00

Copelotti Emma, Fronte Baldassare, Sangiacomo Chiara, Sogari Giovanni, Andreani Giulia, Moruzzo Roberta, Mancini Simone
Black soldier fly as feed: focus on the quality of gilthead seabream (Sparus aurata L.) fillets fed with a partial fish meal replacement

033

15:15

Bellezza Oddon Sara, Biasato Ilaria, Loiotine Zaira, Sorrentino Federica, Caimi Christian, Rumbos Christos, Gasco Laura
What about exploring new insect species? Fruit fly (Ceratitis capitata) meal as a feed ingredient in juvenile rainbow trout diets

095

15:30

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Valentino | Session 18

Sustainability: EXTENSIVE SYSTEMS

Chairs: Mele Marcello – Lunesu Mondina

14:00

Franca Antonello, Altana Giovanni, Arca Pasquale, Stanislao Atzori Alberto, Khater Stephanie, Monagheddu Arianna, Mussolino Claudio, Solinas Stefania, Vagnoni Enrico
A preliminary environmental characterization of Mediterranean pastoral food products based on the LCA approach

436

14:15

Fichter Greta, Gauly Matthias, Sabia Emilio, Zanon Thomas
Environmental efficiency and carbon sequestration potential of organic vs. conventional Simmental dairy farming systems in mountain regions

016

14:30

Sturaro Enrico, Birolo Marco, Bonavolontà Francesco, Mancinelli Cartoni Alice, Di Iacovo Francesco, Lacetera Nicola, Marconi Marco, Petracci Massimiliano, Provolo Giorgio, Verde Maria Teresa, Vitali Andrea
SOLSTICE: a living labs approach for assessing the overall sustainability of livestock systems through Life Cycle Assessment

135

14:45

Da Re Sebastiano, Raniolo Salvatore, Squartini Andrea, Sturaro Enrico, Ramanzin Maurizio
Impact of livestock pasture-use intensity and soil geochemical properties on microbial functional potential of nutrient cycles in Alpine pastures

174

15:00

Raniolo Salvatore, Da Re Sebastiano, Squartini Andrea, Sturaro Enrico, Ramanzin Maurizio
Grazing intensity, soil functions and greenhouse gas emissions: a case study in Alpine pastures of the Dolomites

380

15:15

Cavallo Carmelo, Amato Annalisa, Evola Carola, Negrini Riccardo, Tolone Marco, Liotta Luigi, Lopreiato Vincenzo
Temperature-humidity index breakpoints for rectal temperature and milk performance of Cinisara cows under semi-extensive dairy system

369

15:30

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Mandria | Session 19

Ruminant Nutrition: IN VITRO STUDIES AND NEW FEEDSTUFFS

Chairs: Cheli Federica – Natalello Antonio

14:00

Scicutella Federica, Bolletta Viviana, Lira De Medeiros Adja, Daghio Matteo, Foggi Giulia, Valenti Bernardo, Mannelli Federica, Mele Marcello, Viti Carlo, Pauselli Mariano, Buccioni Arianna
Are in vitro experiments a suitable tool to study rumen fermentation?

238

14:15

Vastolo Alessandro, Montefusco Teresa, Ruggiero Alessio, Kiatti Dieu Donné, Cutrignelli Monica Isabella
Effect of hazelnut and pomegranate by-products on in vitro methane reduction and ruminal fermentation in sheep

155

14:30

Bonizzi Serena, Colombini Stefania, Pavesi Martina, Cesari Valentina, Failla Osvaldo, Ragaglini Giorgio, Sandrucci Anna
Enhancing circularity in dairy cattle farming: nutritional assessment of Morus alba leaves

352

14:45

Daniso Enrico, Cabbia Anita, Spanghero Mauro
In vitro rumen fermentation of wheat straw after treatment with mush-room extracts (Pleurotus ostreatus and Agaricus bisporus).

496

15:00

Fiorbelli Erica, Moccia Davide, Rocchetti Gabriele, Atzori Alberto Stanislao, Pusceddu Antonio, Gallo Antonio
Screening of Italian Mediterranean macroalgae for the potential reduction of methane emissions

530

15:15

Maggiolino Aristide, Caroprese Mariangela, Di Grigoli Antonino, Denora Nunzio, Lopedote Angela, Ponte Marialetizia, Marino Rosaria, Sevi Agostino, Pipi Marianna, De Palo Pasquale
An innovative rumen-bypass micro-encapsulation technique for es-sential oils

369

15:30

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Agliè | Session 20

Welfare, Health and Behaviour: NEW APPROACHES TO POULTRY MANAGEMENT

 Chairs: Tufarelli Vincenzo – Aquilani Chiara

14:00

Toth Mark, Kovacs-Weber Mária, Ancsin Zsolt, Dalle Zotte Antonella, Erdélyi Márta
Preliminary evaluation of mealworm frass for broiler chicken bedding

371

14:15

Nompleggio Lorenzo, Di Federico Francesca, Angelucci Elisa, Dal Bosco Alessandro, Castellini Cesare, Bosa Luigia, Mattioli Simona
Effect of kinetic activity on behaviour and productive performance of different chicken genotypes

126

14:30

Ciarelli Claudia, Pravato Mattia, Bordignon Francesco, Xiccato Gerolamo, Trocino Angela
Effect of ramps on space use of laying hens in a cage-free system

461

14:45

Pravato Mattia, Bordignon Francesco, Pezzuolo Andrea, Francesco Marinello, Trocino Angela, Xiccato Gerolamo
Relationships between environmental conditions and behaviour of laying hens in an aviary system

053

15:00

Lai Giorgia, Pudda Flavia, Muzzeddu Marco, Cappai Maria Grazia
Feeding management for nutritional Welfare of griffon vultures as life-long kept vs. temporarily before release into nature

552

15:30

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Carignano | Session 21

Production Systems: PRODUCTION STRATEGIES AND QUALITY TRAITS

Chairs: Petracci Massimiliano – Perricone Vera

14:00

Molin Matteo, Bordignon Francesco, Pravato Mattia, Zuffellato Andrea, Trocino Angela, Xiccato Gerolamo
Effect of group size, environmental enrichment, and temperature on growth performance and meat quality of rabbits

050

14:15

Peng Meng, Tavaniello Siria, Stadnicka Katarzyna, Skowron Krzysztof, Grudlewska-Buda Katarzyna, Randazzo Cinzia, Vaccalluzzo Amanda, Maiorano Giuseppe
Effect of selected synbiotics injected in ovo on hatchability and chick quality

285

14:30

Balbo Chiara, Stocco Giorgia, Pizzamiglio Valentina, Sabellini Giulio, Valoppi Davide, Tedeschi Irene, Levante Alessia, Alinovi Marcello, Fenga Irene, Chiavaro Emma, Summer Andrea, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio
The race of milk components: rising to the top during natural creaming in Parmigiano Reggiano PDO

367

14:45

Boldt Ariane, Sanftleben Peter, Gauly Matthias, Zanon Thomas
Impact of sires’ breed on calving ease, resulting fattening performance and carcass quality parameters in fattening bulls from Holstein Friesian herds in North-Eastern Germany

015

15:00

Cozzi Giulio, Segato Severino, Magrin Luisa
Production performance and early culling rates of finishing Charolais young bulls in Italy. Results of a case study

149

15:15

Piscopo Nadia, Trapanese Lucia, Pierro Federica, Borzacchiello Luca, Matera Roberta, Esposito Luigi
Meat quality of the Podolica cattle raised with different finishing methods in the Calabrian Apennines

205

15:30

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Venaria | Session 22

Genetics: GENOMIC APPLICATIONS FOR BREEDING

Sponsored by SINERGY
Chairs: Macciotta Nicolò – Fabbri Maria Chiara

16:00

Gomez Proto Guido, Mancin Enrico, Oian Angelica, Rulli Eugenio, Blanchet Veruska, Vevey Mario, Bernini Francesca, Strillacci Maria, Bagnato Alessandro, Sartori Cristina, Mantovani Roberto
Precision breeding in Valdostana cattle breed: Genomic tools applied to milk production traits

080

16:15

Sartori Cristina, Tuliozi Beniamino, Mancin Enrico, Rulli Eugenio, Gomez Proto Guido, Oian Angelica, Veruska Blanchet, Vevey Mario, Mantovani Roberto
Social dominance and other new behavioural phenotypes in Valdostana cattle: genetic parameters and relationships with selected traits

550

16:30

Cesarani Alberto, Rossoni Attilio, Lourenco Daniela, Gaspa Giustino
Genetic parameters and genome wide association study on fertility traits in Italian Brown cows

283

16:45

Crepaldi Paola, Bionda Arianna, Cortellari Matteo, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Rossoni Attilio, Mozafari Reza, Cesarani Alberto, Liotta Luigi, Parma Pietro
Robertsonian translocation 1-29: a focus on Sicilian breeds

261

17:00

Sardina Maria Teresa, Riggio Silvia, Carta Federica, Ben Jemaa Slim, Portolano Baldassare, Benanti Alessia, Senczuk Gabriele, Cesarani Alberto, Mastrangelo Salvatore
Analysis of copy number variations in the peninsular Italian sheep breeds using a high-density 600K SNP array

532

17:15

Letaief Neyrouz, Alhaddad Hasan, Lühken Gesine, Gaspa Giustino, Gianfranco Cosenza, Pauciullo Alfredo
Genetic investigation of the Lactophorin whey protein coding gene reveals novel polymorphisms in New and Old-World camelids

104

Room Racconigi | Session 23

Food Quality: BEEF

Chairs: Conte Giuseppe – Della Malva Antonella

16:00

INVITED LECTURE
Scollan Nigel David
New trends in measuring animal product quality linking sustainability and husbandry systems

16:30

Lunesu Mondina Francesca, Carta Silvia, Rubattu Roberto, Fenu Antonio, Rassu Salvatore Pier Giacomo, Battacone Gianni, Pulina Giuseppe, Nudda Anna
Animal performance, carcass traits and meat quality of Limousine, Sardo-Bruna, and their crosses

480

16:45

Valenti Bernardo, Lilli Emanuele, Bolletta Viviana, Pecorari Laura, Torquati Biancamaria, Ceccarini Federico, Calisti Silvia, Chiorri Massimo, Pauselli Mariano
Animal performance and meat quality of crossbred heifers fed with phenol-rich agri-food by-products and forages

454

17:00

Gagliano Mara Antonia, Grigoletto Ilaria, Soglia Francesca, Valli Enrico, Gallina Toschi Tullia, Bendini Alessandra, Petracci Massimiliano
Instrumental and sensory evaluations to assess the quality of beef meat in relation to Country of origin

257

17:15

Forte Lucrezia, Seccia Alessia, De Palo Pasquale, Calzaretti Giovanna, Incampo Giovanna, Samoilis Giorgio, Maggiolino Aristide
Meat quality in veal calves fed with milk whey powder

230

Room Stupinigi | Session 24

Alternative Proteins: INSECTS AND ALTERNATIVE PROTEINS AS ANIMAL FEEDS

Sponsored by GREEN FEED CYCLES
Chairs: Trocino Angela – Moradei Andrea

16:00

Benini Elisa, Gordini Sabrina, Dondi Francesco, Scicchitano Daniel, Candela Marco, Gatta Pier Paolo, Bonaldo Alessio, Parma Luca
Bacterial Single-Cell Protein in Aquafeed: Implications for Growth and Gut Health in Gilthead Sea Bream (Sparus aurata)

181

16:15

Cenati Clara, Pea Alessia, Perricone Vera, Petrosillo Elena, Agazzi Alessandro, Katia Parati, Savoini Giovanni
Dietary microalgae in broiler nutrition and their effects on performance and organ development

298

16:30

Correa Federico, Bordoni Alessandra, Luise Diana, Gotti Roberto, Trevisi Paolo
In vitro digestibility of microbial cell-derived protein sources for animal nutrition

579

16:45

Sportelli Federica, Vecchiato Carla Giuditta, Pinna Carlo, Montanari Irene, Delsante Costanza, Biagi Giacomo
Effects of insect meals on the fecal microbiota: an in vitro study on healthy and chronic enteropathic dogs

472

17:00

Armone Rosangela, Balouei Fatemeh, Randazzo Andrea, Nava Vincenzo, Alizzi Antonino Filippo Maria, Barbato Mario, Stefanon Bruno, Chiofalo Biagina
Preliminary assessment of nutrient digestibility and fecal quality in dogs fed a diet containing hydrolyzed feather meal

123

17:15

Spatola Gabriele, Giusti Alice, Gasperetti Laura, Nuvoloni Roberta, Dalmasso Alessandra, Chiesa Francesco, Armani Andrea
Insects-based products sold by e-commerce on the EU market: microbiome characterization by 16S rRNA metabarcoding

226

Room Valentino | Session 25

Sustainability: SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAINS

 Chairs: Bava Luciana – Berton Marco

16:00

Diaz Vicuna Elena, Fiorilla Edoardo, Srikanthithasan Karthika, Zambotto Valeria, Bianchi Chiara, Capaldi Giorgio, Grillo Giorgio, Renna Manuela, Giorgino Andrea, Ozella Laura, Arneodo Valentina, Cravero Andrea, Tabasso Silvia, Forte Claudio
Improving livestock nutrition sustainability in a (hazel)nutshell

541

16:15

Latrofa Antonella, Currò Sarah, Arango Quispe Sheyla Johanna Shumyko, Guzzo Nadia, Montanari Massimo, Bailoni Lucia
Nutritional characterization of industrial hempseeds (Cannabis sativa L.) of different varieties

559

16:30

Capretti Chiara, Lanzoni Lydia, Petrocchi Francesca, Vignola Giorgio, Di Pasquale Jorgelina
The management of foot health as a tool to improve the sustainability of a dairy farm

431

16:45

Mastromonaco Giulia, Massaglia Stefano, Blanc Simone, Borra Danielle, Costamagna Chiara, Cornale Paolo, Biagini Davide, Merlino Valentina Maria
Measuring the importance of sustainability in animal-based product supply chains: insights from the CUB Model

314

17:00

Benedetti Del Rio Elena, Berton Marco, Sari Stefano, Zoratti Aloma, Corazzin Mirco, Tamburini Alberto, Gallo Luigi, Sturaro Enrico
Stakeholder attitude towards sustainability of dairy farming systems: a participatory process

295

17:15

Fatica Antonella, Tedesco Doriana, Pastorelli Grazia, Todini Luca, Fantuz Francesco, Salimei Elisabetta
Stakeholders’ perspectives on environmental issues: preliminary results from SUNEQUMAR survey

099

Room Mandria | Session 26

Ruminant Nutrition: IN VITRO METHODOLOGY AND MICROPLASTICS

 Chairs: Spanghero Mauro – Mannelli Federica

16:00

Iqbal Rashid, Arango Quispe Sheyla Johanna Shumyko, Guzzo Nadia, El Hawat Rebecca, Tagliapietra Franco, Bailoni Lucia
Comparative analysis of Ankomrf and gas Endeavour in vitro rumen systems: effects of headspace volume and CO2  flushing time on gas and methane production

423

16:15

Boldrin Gloria, Simoni Marica, Mantovani Luciana, Righi Federico
In vitro comparison among commercial dietary buffers

523

16:30

Ghiaccio Francesca, Palmonari Alberto, Vecchiato Carla Giuditta, Federiconi Alessia, Mammi Ludovica Maria Eugenia, Silvestrelli Simone, Parazza Paola, Formigoni Andrea
Evaluation of nitrate at different level of inclusion on in vitro ruminal fermentation

522

16:45

Abid Khalil, Kaihara Hatsumi, Barbera Salvatore, Danieli Pier Paolo, Glorio Patrucco Sara, Issaoui Rabeb, Tassone Sonia
Ruminant nutrition in the age of microplastics contamination: challenges and insights

037

17:00

Lira De Medeiros Adja, Scicutella Federica, Mannelli Federica, Toni Elisabetta, Daghio Matteo, Viti Carlo, Del Bubba Massimo, Buccioni Arianna
Effect of microplastics additives on rumen ecology: in vitro preliminary study

124

17:15

Kaihara Hatsumi, Issaoui Rabeb, Abid Khalil, Barbera Salvatore, Glorio Patrucco Sara, Tassone Sonia
First investigation of microplastics contamination in corn silage used for dairy cow nutrition

036

Room Agliè | Session 27

Welfare, Health and Behaviour: INNOVATIONS AND PERCEPTIONS FOR SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION

Chairs: Trevisi Erminio – Santinello Matteo

16:00

Mota Gutierrez Jatziri, Srikanthithasan Karthika, Blanc Simone, Forte Claudio
Grab or Skip: What drives undergraduates to try animal welfare beef meat?

021

16:15

Celozzi Stefania, Ravelli Andrea, Corradini Anna Francesca, Battini Monica, Marescotti Maria Elena
Ever been to a dairy farm? Testing the effect of virtual farm tours on consumers perceptions of livestock production

108

16:30

Galosi Livio, Roncarati Alessandra
Protection of animals & research needs: legislative overview and future perspectives

278

16:45

Rambozzi Luisa, Formisano Roberta, Pasquetti Mario, Molinar Annarita, Torsiello Benedetta, Giammarino Mauro, Battaglini Luca, Sangrali Martina, Midulla Luca, Sarale Adriano, Renna Manuela
Anthelmintic efficacy of pour-on Eprinomectin against gastrointestinal strongyles and relationships with milk production parameters in lactating goats

024

17:00

Santillo Antonella, Ciliberti Maria Giovanna, Biancardi Valentina, Mangano Fabrizio, Della Malva Antonella, Caroprese Mariangela, Marino Rosaria, Sevi Agostino, Albenzio Marzia
Effect of almond and carob by products on immune competence of growing lambs

132

17:15

Grossi Giampiero, Vitali Andrea, Rossi Chiara, Lacetera Nicola
Projections of the temperature humidity index for the Italian territory

340

Room Carignano | Session 28

Production Systems: TRADITIONAL PRACTICES, ECONOMICS, AND WELFARE

Chairs: Buccioni Arianna – Zampiga Marco

16:00

Gaspa Giustino, Cesarani Alberto, Negrini Riccardo, Laura Falchi, Ferrari Carolina, Macciotta Nicolò
Relationship between cows’ milk performances and dry period length in Italian cattle breeds

287

16:15

Primi Riccardo, Viola Paolo, Girotti Pedro, Spada Francesco, Ortenzi Luciano, Bernabucci Gloria, Basiricò Loredana, Ronchi Bruno
Study of the variation in the distribution of wild and domestic ungulates in an extensive livestock farm in Central Apennine during the seasons trough trapping rate

111

16:30

Lombardi Alessia, Bifulco Giovanna, Paparella Antonio, Cembalo Luigi, Neglia Gianluca, Campanile Giuseppe
Cost of buffalo milk: an analysis pre and post Covid

208

16:45

Algeri Stefano, Palladini Nicola, Tamburini Alberto, Sari Stefano, Bava Luciana
Management of extended lactation: effects on milk production and reproductive parameters

183

17:00

Iacurto Miriam, Steri Roberto, Meo Zilio David, Claps Salvatore, Giovanni Quaranta, Antonio Bosco, Giuseppe Cringoli
Survey on the management of cattle farms in two municipalities located in the park area of the Campania Region

392

17:15

Leliveld Lisette, Manfrè Claudia, Brscic Marta, Battini Monica
Mother-offspring management in different dairy farm animal species as guidance for the implementation of cow-calf-contact systems?

338

Thursday, 19th June

Room Venaria | Session 29

Genetics: GENOMIC APPLICATIONS FOR BIODIVERSITY I

Sponsored by Vazyme
Chairs:
Di Stasio Liliana – Barbato Mario

9:00

Benanti Alessia, Chessari Giorgio, Carta Federica, Riggio Silvia, Ben Jemaa Slim, Senczuk Gabriele, Bigi Daniele, Ciampolini Roberta, Sardina Maria Teresa, Sabbioni Alberto, Matassino Donato, Luongo Flavio, Fabbri Maria Chiara, Portolano Baldassare, Cesarani Alberto, Grande Silverio, Criscione Andrea, Mastrangelo Salvatore
Genomic characterisation and diversity assessment in endangered Italian sheep breeds

220

9:15

Pierini Claudia, Saleh Medhat, Ciani Elena, Bruno Silvia, Bramate Grazia, De Palo Pasquale, Barbato Mario, Landi Vincenzo
The rediscovery of a forgotten breed: the genomic characterisation of the Fasanese sheep and investigation of its Eastern European origins

252

9:30

Floridia Viviana, Bionda Arianna, Chiofalo Vincenzo, Cortellari Matteo, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Amato Annalisa, Virga Antonino Nazareno, Crepaldi Paola, Liotta Luigi, Barbato Mario
Mapping the phenotypic and genomic landscape of Montanina cattle

424

9:45

Albarella Sara, Barbato Mario, D’Anza Emanuele, Floridia Viviana, Cascone Ilaria, Gianfranco Cosenza, Salzano Angela, Ciotola Francesca, Peretti Vincenzo
A genomic perspective on the Agerolese autochthonous cattle breed

358

10:00

Bernini Francesca, Mancin Enrico, Sartori Cristina, Mantovani Roberto, Vevey Mario, Blanchet Veruska, Bagnato Alessandro, Strillacci Maria
Structural Variants shaping the aptitude of local cattle breeds

335

10:15

Álvarez Quiñónez Ruth Isabel, Senczuk Gabriele, Persichilli Christian, Capomaccio Stefano, Cappelli Katia, Amparo Martinez, Rivero José Luis, Vega Pla José Luis, Pilla Fabio
Genetic diversity and evolutionary history of Baroque horse breeds: insights from genome-wide data

468

10:30

Schiavo Giuseppina, Bovo Samuele, Bertolini Francesca, Bolner Matteo, Ribani Anisa, Taurisano Valeria, Dall’Olio Stefania, Manolo Cappelloni, Gallo Maurizio, Fontanesi Luca
Signatures of selection in Mora Romagnola, a highly inbreed autochthonous pig breed

313

10:45

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Racconigi | Session 30

Ruminant Nutrition: INSECTS, FATTY ACIDS AND MICROBIOTA

Sponsored by Ferrero Mangimi
Chairs: Todaro Massimo – Scicutella Federica

8:30

Conte Giuseppe, Tognocchi Monica, Casarosa Laura, Tinagli Sara, Serra Andrea, Mele Marcello
A multivariate approach to investigate mutual relationship among milk fatty acids across different ruminant species

074

8:45

Rastello Lara, Badino Paola Constant Isabelle, Coppa Mauro, Gerbelle Mathieu, Gardini Giulia, Galli Alessandro, Trespeuch Christophe, Gasco Laura, Renna Manuela
Dietary black soldier fly oil reduces oxidative stress in dairy cows without affecting blood nutritional parameters

023

9:00

Congiu Michele, Lourenco Jeferson, Cesarani Alberto, Macciotta Nicolò, Dimauro Corrado
Relationship between oral microbiome and performance traits in Angus bulls

026

9:15

Baila Clàudia, Hervás Gonzalo, Renna Manuela, Gasco Laura, Rastello Lara, Barrio Esther, González-Merino Paloma, Bolletta Viviana, Frutos Pilar, Toral Pablo
Is black soldier fly oil a good alternative to replace palm distillate fatty acids in the diet of lactating sheep? Animal performance, feed efficiency and ruminal fermentation responses

196

9:30

Mecocci Samanta, Pietrucci Daniele, Bagatella Stefano, Castrica Marta, Acuti Gabriele, Cappelli Katia, Hassan Talal, Malik Muhammad Irfan, Curone Giulio, Arif Muhammad Adnan, Ferrulli Vincenzo, Boccardo Antonio, Grossi Silvia, Sgoifo Rossi Carlo Angelo, Trabalza Marinucci Massimo, Capucchio Maria Teresa, Forte Claudio, Pravettoni Davide
Gut health effects of hazelnut skin dietary supplementation in Limousine bulls

185

9:45

INVITED LECTURE
Toral Pablo
Fatty acids beyond milk nutritional quality

10:15

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Stupinigi | Session 31

Welfare, Health and Behaviour: FROM PREVENTION TO THERAPY, UDDER HEALTH AND INNOVATIONS IN ZOOTECHNICS

Chairs: Cozzi Giulio – Celozzi Stefania

8:30

Petrera Francesca, Daminelli Paolo, Posante Antonella, Fusi Francesca, Giroletti Luca, Marino Rosanna, Abeni Fabio
Evaluation of udder health status using bacteriological culture and somatic cell count after calving and at drying-off, and effects of antibiotic therapy

291

8:45

Bellato Alessandro, Coppa Mauro, Manenti Isabella, Bongiovanni Luisa, Borla Laura, Donato Antonella, Battaglini Luca, Mannelli Alessandro
Individual risk factors for intramammary infections affecting dairy herds in Western Alps

497

9:00

Giannotta Gabriele, Bisutti Vittoria, Barberio Antonio, Biasio Lara, Zappaterra Martina, Vanzin Alice, Giannuzzi Diana, Cecchinato Alessio, Pegolo Sara
Effect of subclinical intramammary infection on blood biochemical parameters in susceptible and resistant Holstein cattle

385

9:15

Rovetta Carlo, Ramirez Mauricio Marco Aurelio, El Hawat Rebecca, Bisutti Vittoria, Vanzin Alice, Giannotta Gabriele, Toscano Alessandro, Massaro Selene, Giannuzzi Diana, Gallo Luigi, Pegolo Sara, Schiavon Stefano, Tagliapietra Franco, Cecchinato Alessio
Associations of body condition score and body weight changes with milk composition and fatty acids during the transition period in dairy cattle

383

9:30

Bisutti Vittoria, Giannuzzi Diana, Vanzin Alice, Secchi Giulia, Cecchinato Alessio, Pegolo Sara
Multi-omic data integration for the identification of molecular drivers of subclinical intramammary infection in dairy cows

156

9:45

Andreoli Valentina, Stocco Giorgia, Zanotti Andrea, Tedeschi Irene, Valoppi Davide, Chessa Stefania, Lange-Consiglio Anna, Grolli Stefano, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio
Addressing antibiotic resistance in dairy herds: the role of platelet rich plasma in mastitis treatment

505

10:00

Dadi Yasmine, Delosière Mylène, De Matos Luiz Gustavo, Delevaud Arnaud, Viala Didier, Salvi Gaspare, Balbi Ombretta, Penati Martina, De Palo Pasquale, Maggiolino Aristide, Bonnet Muriel, Ceciliani Fabrizio, Lecchi Cristina
Proteome characterization of milk extracellular vesicles isolated from cows that experienced hyperthermia

188

10:15

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Valentino | Session 32

Monogastric Nutrition: POULTRY

Sponsored by Silvateam
Chairs:
Trevisi Paolo – Lin Peng

8:30

INVITED LECTURE
Korver Doug
Impact of oxidation and inflammation on poultry health and productivity

9:00

Srikanthithasan Karthika, Ferrocino Ilario, Raspa Federica, Nery Joana, Colombino Elena, Ippolito Dorotea, Gariglio Marta, Diaz Vicuna Elena, Fiorilla Edoardo, Mota Gutierrez Jatziri, Giorgino Andrea, Capucchio Maria Teresa, Schiavone Achille, Forte Claudio
Effects of dietary commercially processed former foodstuffs on the gut ecosystem in broilers 

199

9:15

Mecocci Samanta, Tang Jiayong, Acuti Gabriele, Pietrucci Daniele, Marini Daniele, Mercati Francesca, Franciosini Maria Pia, Chillemi Giovanni, Cappelli Katia, Forte Claudio, Trabalza Marinucci Massimo
Dietary supplementation with hazelnut skin polyphenols affects growth performance and intestinal microbiota in broiler chickens 

172

9:30

Mannelli Federica, Daghio Matteo, Scicutella Federica, Viti Carlo, Biagi Arroyo Marcinette Lucia, Galigani Ilaria, Buccioni Arianna
Microbiota characterization of four autochthonous Italian chicken breeds 

202

9:45

Dayan Jonathan, De Cesare Alessandra, Soglia Francesca, Zampiga Marco, Indio Valentina, Antenucci Emilia Luigia, Petracci Massimiliano, Sirri Federico
Replacing vegetable oils with Hermetia Illucens (Black Soldier Fly) larvae oil in broiler chicken diets: impacts on growth performance, meat quality, and caeca microbiome 

277

10:00

Zeni Niko Gioacchino, Perricone Vera, Schiavone Achille, Cerolini Silvia, Tognoli Cristina, Marelli Stefano, Fiamberti Federico, Zaniboni Luisa
Egg-laying performance of hens fed diets containing former food products

388

10:15

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Mandria | Session 33

Precision Farming: COMPUTER VISION AND IMAGING TECHNOLOGIES

Chairs: Chincarini Matteo – Asti Vittoria

8:30

Ozella Laura,Vitturini Davide,Grangetto Marco, Bovo Marco, Giacobini Mario
Application of YOLOv8 for analyzing social dynamics in dairy cows within automated milking systems

078

8:45

Giannone Claudia, Lamanna Martina, Cavallini Damiano, Formigoni Andrea, Tassinari Patrizia, Bovo Marco
Computer vision for monitoring the feeding behavior of dairy cows

046

9:00

Bordignon Francesco, Pravato Mattia,  Molin Matteo, Trocino Angela, Xiccato Gerolamo, Marinello Francesco, Pezzuolo Andrea
Environmental changes and hen spatial distribution in cage-free systems: a preliminary study

068

9:15

Urbani Rachele, Bergamasco Tommaso, Nalesso Giacomo, Menegon Francesca, Trocino Angela, Pravato Mattia, Sparesato Stefania, Manca Grazia, Di Martino Guido
Development of an image analysis system at the slaughterhouse to assess laying hens’ welfare on farm

184

9:30

Felici Martina, Behnam Armin,Bocchi Valeria, Zangoli Chiara, Mountricha Maria, Nanni Costa Leonardo, Pegolo Sara, Zappaterra Martina
Evaluating infrared thermography for early detection of sub-clinical mastitis in dairy cows: the impact of Staphylococcus aureus infections on udder skin temperature

495

9:45

Pittarello Marco, Marengo Giacomo, Ravetto Enri Simone, Lonati Michele, Probo Massimiliano, Lombardi Giampiero
Detection of livestock site-use intensity at fine-scale in mountain grazing systems using Sentinel-2 time series

457

10:00

Giannone Claudia, Dalla Costa Emanuela, Maccario Chiara, Atallah Elie, Bovo Marco
Preliminary analyses on the identification of horse behaviors using deep learning techniques

048

10:15

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Agliè | Session 34

Food Quality: COW MILK QUALITY AND AUTHENTICATION

Chairs: Musco Nadia – Niero Giovanni

8:30

Melilli Caterina, Magnani Barbara, Cecchini Maria Elena, Cupellini Flavia, Continanza Rosa Maria, Iannuzzi Giulio, Fontana Annunziata, Giaccone Daniele, Negrini Riccardo
Performance of Italian Dairy Heard Information (DHI) milk laboratories assessed through three years of proficiency tests

225

8:45

El Hawat Rebecca, Massaro Selene, Amalfitano Nicolò, Iqbal Rashid, Bailoni Lucia, Tagliapietra Franco
Terpene transfer from Hemp (Cannabis sativa L.) and Savory (Satureja hortensis L.) to milk of dairy cows supplemented with fresh leaves

106

9:00

Correddu Fabio, Carta Silvia, Nudda Anna
Effect of dietary linseed on milk fatty acid profile, coagulation properties, and methane emission in local Sardo-Bruna cows

479

9:15

Mecocci Samanta, Rampacci Elisa, Strincardini Claudia, Costantini Claudio, Elisabetta Chiaradia, Acuti Gabriele, Verini-Supplizi Andrea, Giovagnoli Stefano, Cappelli Katia
Stabilized bovine milk extracellular vesicles as anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory agent on human macrophage-like cells

231

9:30

Cesarani Alberto, Senczuk Gabriele, Sardina Maria Teresa, Pilla Fabio, Dimauro Corrado, Portolano Baldassarre, Macciotta Nicolò, Mastrangelo Salvatore
Comparison of machine learning algorithms to trace the geographical origin of raw milk using infrared spectra

025

9:45

Tedeschi Irene, Malacarne Massimo, Dall’Olio Stefania, Valoppi Davide, Andreoli Valentina, Zanotti Andrea, Stocco Giorgia, Summer Andrea, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio
A comparative analysis of milk fat globule size and distribution in Holstein-Friesian and Reggiana cattle breeds

305

10:00

Dallavalle Giulia, Secchi Giorgia, Mancini Andrea, Vrhovsek Urska, Angeli Andrea, Aprea Eugenio, Zambanini Jessica, Endrizzi Isabella, Solovyev Pavel, Zanon Thomas, Franciosi Elena
Promoting a circular bio-economy: use of wine cellar by-products as feed supplement for dairy cows and evaluation of the chemical and microbiological effects on dairy products

400

10:15

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Carignano | Session 35

Genetics: GENOMIC STRATEGIES FOR FITNESS TRAITS

Sponsored by Vazyme
Chairs:
Visentin Giulio – Ablondi Michela

8:30

Rulli Eugenio, Sbarra Fiorella, Quaglia Andrea, Mancin Enrico, Oian Angelica, Gomez Proto Guido, Mantovani Roberto, Sartori Cristina
Genetic evaluation of climate effect on Maremmana young bulls reared in test station

533

8:45

Schiavo Giuseppina, Bovo Samuele, Bolner Matteo, Bertolini Francesca, Ribani Anisa, Taurisano Valeria, Dall’olio Stefania, Maranzani Jessica, Bonacini Massimo, Fontanesi Luca
Describing Reggiana cattle farms using genomic information from the breed population

316

9:00

Strillacci Maria, Ferrulli Vincenzo, Bernini Francesca, Pravettoni Davide, Bagnato Alessandro, Martucci Ilaria, Boccardo Antonio
Genomic basis of Bovine Respiratory Disease resistance in preweaned dairy calves

114

9:15

Oian Angelica, Mancin Enrico, Gomez Proto Guido, Sartori Cristina, Rulli Eugenio, Mantovani Roberto
GWAS analysis of fitness traits in autochthonous dual-purpose breeds

330

9:30

Carta Antonello, Usai Graziano, Casu Sara, Sechi Tiziana, Mulas Giuliana, Ligios Ciriaco, Salaris Sotero
On the use of antibody responses as selection criteria to improve disease resistance in sheep

304

9:45

Riggio Silvia, Mastrangelo Salvatore, Carta Federica, Benanti Alessia, Portolano Baldassarre, Sardina Maria Teresa
Prion protein gene polymorphisms in two Sicilian goat populations

348

10:00

Fabbri Maria Chiara, Biada Iliyass, Sirtori Francesco, Pulido-Rodríguez Lina, Bozzi Riccardo, Tiezzi Francesco
Investigation of interaction between sheep and soil microbiota

070

10:15

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Venaria | Session 36

Genetics: GENETIC SOLUTIONS FOR HEAT STRESS

Chairs: Negrini Riccardo – Pegolo Sara

10:45

INVITED LECTURE
Maltecca Christian
Elucidating the biology of heat stress in lactating sows at the intersection of genome microbiome and metabolome

11:15

Bertolini Francesca, Bolner Matteo, Bovo Samuele, Schiavo Giuseppina, Zambonelli Paolo, Gallo Maurizio, Cappelloni Manolo, Fontanesi Luca
Metabolomics identified new biomarkers to help describing feed efficiency in Italian Large White pigs

384

11:30

Macciotta Nicolò, Dimauro Corrado, Correddu Fabio, Cesarani Alberto
Development of a genetic index for heat stress tolerance in dairy sheep

494

11:45

Usai Mario Graziano, Casu Sara, Salaris Sotero, Sechi Tiziana, Miari Sabrina, Mulas Giuliana, Carta Antonello
Individual variability of tolerance to heat stress of Sarda ewes raised in the Mediterranean region

270

12:00

Lecchi Cristina, Maggiolino Aristide, De Palo Pasquale, Landi Vincenzo, Salvi Gaspare, Ceciliani Fabrizio, Ryts Andreas, Cominetti Ornella, Raymond Frederic, Soussan Elodie, Bobkov Maxim
Heat stress modifies the miRNA cargoes carried by small extracellular vesicles isolated from Holstein and Brown Swiss milk

498

12:15

Landi Vincenzo, Pierini Claudia, Hidalgo Jorge, Bussiman Fernando, Maggiolino Aristide, Lasagna Emiliano, Sbarra Fiorella, Quaglia Andrea, De Palo Pasquale
Assessing the impact of climate factors on the growth performance of Podolica bulls during pre-performance phases

546

12:30

Lunch

Room Racconigi | Session 37

Ruminant Nutrition: SMALL RUMINANTS AND BY-PRODUCT USE

Chairs: Nudda Anna – Battelli Marco

10:45

Nudda Anna, Carta Silvia, Correddu Fabio, Caratzu Maria Francesca, Cesarani Alberto, Pulina Giuseppe, Lunesu Mondina Francesca
A meta-analysis on the relationship between agro-industrial byproducts supplementation and milk production traits in dairy sheep

040

11:00

Hassan Mahmood Ul, Gannuscio Riccardo, Maniaci Giuseppe, Alabiso Marco, Ciccarello Salvatore, Todaro Massimo
Agro-industrial by-product: destoned olive cake as an alternative feed and ruminal fermentation modifier for dairy ewes

210

11:15

Gannuscio Riccardo, Hassan Mahmood Ul, Vastolo Alessandro, Tolone Marco, Maniaci Giuseppe, Calabrò Serena, Cutrignelli Monica Isabella, Todaro Massimo
Effects of feeding prickly pear by-product silage on dairy ewes

116

11:30

Mangione Guido, Musati Martino, Mangano Fabrizio, Bertino Antonino, Luciano Giuseppe, Biondi Luisa, Cannone Marco Sebastiano, Lanza Massimiliano, Natalello Antonio
Sesame seed meal as alternative protein source in growing lambs

365

11:45

Pietrucci Daniele, Mecocci Samanta, Luciano Giuseppe, Musati Martino, Priolo Alessandro, Milanesi Marco, Chillemi Giovanni, Cappelli Katia, Trabalza Marinucci Massimo, Forte Claudio, Natalello Antonio
Characterization of lamb rumen and cecal microbiota in response to hazelnut skins and linseed dietary supplementation using 16S rRNA sequencing

364

12:00

Vasquez Mendosa Oscar Vicente, Elghandour Mona M.M.Y., Galeano Diaz Maria Johana Paola, Ortiz Heredia María Angélica, Salem Abdelfattah
Effects of guanidinoacetic acid levels on growth performance and feed efficiency of finishing lambs

203

12:15

Porcu Maria Angela, Ledda Antonello, Correddu Fabio, Carta Silvia, Rubattu Roberto, Cannas Antonello
Mitigation of the milk fat depression in ewes, caused by ryegrass herbage rich in water-soluble carbohydrate, by sodium bicarbonate: effects on milk fatty acid profile

463

12:30

Lunch

Room Stupinigi | Session 38

Welfare, Health and Behaviour: ADVANCES IN CATTLE AND BUFFALOES MANAGEMENT

Chairs: Bernabucci Umberto – Evangelista Chiara

10:45

Vitali Andrea, Grossi Giampiero, Rossi Chiara, Lacetera Nicola
Summer dairy cows: THI-Heat_Load model for development of an alert-based cooling protocol

414

11:00

Ratto Roberta, Pietrucci Daniele, Renzi Francesco, Milanesi Marco, Mecocci Samanta, Bergagna Stefania, Acuti Gabriele, Guasco Cecilia, Chillemi Giovanni, Katia Cappelli
Combination of PLF and omics to characterize heat stress response in Marchigiana breed

458

11:15

Abeni Fabio Palmiro, Negrini Riccardo, Ferla Andrea, Galli Andrea
Comparative evaluation of subclinical ketosis risk in Lombardy using two methods based on DHI data

071

11:30

Lamanna Martina, Muca Edlira, Giannone Claudia, Bovo Marco, Romanzin Alberto, Formigoni Andrea, Cavallini Damiano
Meta-Analytical study on feeding behavior and daily time budget management of dairy cows in free-stall housing using ChatGPT

064

11:45

Vecchio Domenico, Scali Federico, Maisano Antonio Marco, Fusi Francesca, Lorenzi Valentina, Di Vuolo Gabriele, Ambra Chiara Denise, Serrapica Maria, Cappelli Giovanna, Romeo Claudia Rosa, Bertocchi Luigi, Alborali Giovanni Loris, Santucci Giovanni, Zanella Adroaldo Josè, De La Cruz Luis Alberto, Bernardino Thiago, Stilwell George, De Carlo Esterina
Antimicrobial use in buffalo farm and dynamic of correlation with animal welfare and biosecurity evaluated by ClassyFarm System

092

12:00

Cappelli Giovanna, Bosco Antonio, Di Vuolo Gabriele, Vecchio Domenico, Smeraldo Serena, Mancusi Andrea, Proroga Yolande, Martucciello Alessandra, Grassi Carlo, Serrapica Maria, Di Maro Orlandina, Napoletano Michele, Rinaldi Laura, De Carlo Esterina
Risk factors for Toxoplasma gondii seropositivity and DNA detection in raw milk on dairy buffalo farms in Southern Italy

521

12:15

Santinello Matteo, Esposito Sergio, Purrone Sissy, Pierro Federica, Piscopo Federica, Ciaramella Paolo, Neglia Gianluca
Blood metabolite profile in Italian Mediterranean buffalo: effect of parity, lactation stage, and calving season.

159

12:30

Lunch

Room Valentino | Session 39

Monogastric Nutrition: SWINE I

Sponsored by Silvateam
Chairs: Cappai Maria Grazia – Braidot Matteo

10:45

Manoni Michele, Altomare Alessandra, Nonnis Simona, Mazzoleni Sharon, Tretola Marco, Bee Giuseppe, Silacci Paolo, Tedeschi Gabriella, Aldini Giancarlo, Pinotti Luciano
Evaluation of the impact of the dietary inclusion of salty and sugary former food products on the liver and the plasma profile of pigs through OMICS approaches

027

11:00

Luise Diana, Correa Federico, Rocchetti Gabriele, Errico Michela, Polimeni Barbara, Serra Andrea, Mele Marcello, Gallo Antonio, Lucini Luigi, Trevisi Paolo
Multi-omics characterisation of pig colostrum and association of its bioactive compounds and gut microbiota with the survival of piglets 

462

11:15

Trevisi Paolo, Luise Diana, Palladino Giorgia, Palumbo Francesco, Scicchitano Daniel, Babbi Giulia, Castagnetti Andrea, Rampelli Simone, Candela Marco, Martelli Pier Luigi, Correa Federico
EU Circles Project: Multi-omics analysis reveals distinct microbial networks linked to a blend of chestnut and quebracho extract supplementation in weaned pigs under different farming conditions

558

11:30

Toscano Alessandro, Don Gregorio, Ramayo-Caldas Yuliaxis, Sanchez Juan Pablo, Pegolo Sara, Schiavon Stefano, Gallo Luigi, Giannuzzi Diana
Metataxonomic characterization of fecal microbiota of heavy pigs fed with different levels of Arthrospira platensis

246

11:45

Correa Federico, Luise Diana, Palumbo Francesco, Zurru Antonio, Biagi Giacomo, Trevisi Paolo
Effect of dietary microbial muramidase supplementation on weaned pigs’ performance, health status and intestinal microbiota

519

12:00

Zurru Antonio, Trevisi Paolo, Laghi Luca, Palumbo Francesco, Correa Federico, Luise Diana
Effect of complete maize replacement by sorghum on health, welfare, performance and faecal microbiota of post-weaning piglets

381

12:15

Polimeni Barbara, Correa Federico, Luise Diana, Zurru Antonio, Palumbo Francesco, Trevisi Paolo
Postbiotic supplementation in gestating and lactating sows and its effects on piglets health and performances

483

12:30

Lunch

Room Mandria | Session 40

Precision Farming: DATA-DRIVEN DAIRY MANAGEMENT

Chairs: Neglia Gianluca – Giannone Claudia

10:45

Zanchi Marco, La Porta Caterina, Forte Claudio, Zapperi Stefano, Ozella Laura
Modeling Dairy production under microclimatic variability in automatic milking systems using TSMixer

102

11:00

Pascarella Lorenzo, Fioretti Mauro, Melilli Caterina, Galli Andrea, Negrini Riccardo
Effect of automatic milking system on udder health

406

11:15

Cavallini Damiano, Lamanna Martina, Silvestrelli Simone, Colleluori Riccardo, De Matos VettoriJulio, Buonaiuto Giovanni, Gallo Antonio, Cannas Antonello, Formigoni Andrea
Substitution rate between partial mixed ration and robotic supplemental concentrate in high-producing dairy cows

492

11:30

Milanesi Marco, Pietrucci Daniele, Del Buono Davide, Di Gangi Leonardo, Furlanello Cesare, Chillemi Giovanni
New insights of climate effects on dairy production

389

11:45

Fumagalli Francesca, Boldini Annamaria, Gallo Antonio, Atzori Alberto Stanislao
Feedback thinking in the dairy supply chain: system dynamics modelling of cheese factory

200

12:00

INVITED LECTURE
Bovo Marco
Precision Livestock Farming, from theory to practice

12:30

Lunch

Room Agliè | Session 41

Food Quality: DAIRY PRODUCT QUALITY AND CHEESEMAKING PROPERTIES

Chairs: Stocco Giorgia – Zanon Thomas

10:45

Greco Margherita, Lopez Annalaura, Pavolini Marta, Tamburin Alberto, Bellagamba Federica, Moretti Vittorio Maria
Quality of milk and cheese from cows grazing on mountain pasture from Italian Alps

345

11:00

Mangione Guido, Musati Martino, Caccamo Margherita, Bertino Antonino, Mangano Fabrizio, Natalello Antonio, Luciano Giuseppe, Priolo Alessandro
Effect of grazing season on quality traits of cow ricotta cheese

543

11:15

Secchi Giorgia, Mancini Andrea, Dallavalle Giulia, Nicoli Maria Cristina, Marino Marilena, Innocente Nadia, Franciosi Elena
Exploring natural additives for cheese preservation

399

11:30

Amalfitano Nicolò, El Hawat Rebecca, Benabid Hamida, Haddi Mohamed-Laid, Schiavon Stefano, Bittante Giovanni, Tagliapietra Franco
Impact of different enzymatic coagulants and doses on the cheese-making ability of milk from different dairy species

446

11:45

Claps Salvatore, Perri Enzo, Benincasa Cinzia, Morone Giuseppe, Cifuni Giulia
Dietary supplementation with by-products from olive oil mill wastewater processing in dairy cows affected the aromatic fingerprint in cheeses

091

12:00

Ferragina Alessandro, Molle Arnaud, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Stocco Giorgia
Exploration of hyperspectral imaging for the discrimination of Parmigiano Reggiano and Grana Padano PDO cheeses and ripening time

474

12:15

Cozzi Giulio, Serva Lorenzo, Segato Severino, Berzaghi Paolo
Evaluating Italian butter quality: a preliminary study of chemical and rheological factors across production sites

191

12:30

Lunch

Room Venaria | Session 42

Genetics: BREEDING FOR MASTITIS RESISTANCE

Chairs: Capomaccio Stefano – Castiglioni Bianca

13:30

Vanzin Alice, Bisutti Vittoria, Giannuzzi Diana, Alessio Cecchinato, Gallo Luigi, Cánovas Angela, Pegolo Sara
Identification of functional variants leading to alternative splicing associated with subclinical intramammary infection in dairy cattle

157

13:45

Ponzo Enrico, Moretti Riccardo, Masia Fernando, Vrieze Elisa, Sacchi Paola, Frizzarin Maria, Chessa Stefania
Predicting mastitis Follow-Up using Time Series on Automatic Milking System data and Machine Learning Methods

308

14:00

D’Anza Emanuele, Barbato Mario, Floridia Viviana, Negrini Riccardo, Cascone Ilaria, Terlizzi Giuseppe Antonio, Rossetti Alberto, Cosenza Gianfranco, Ciotola Francesca, Albarella Sara, Peretti Vincenzo
Genetics and bioindicators of mammary health in Agerolese cattle: an integrate analysis

403

14:15

Punturiero Chiara, Delle donne Andrea, Ferrari Carlotta, Milanesi Raffaella, Carabaño Maria Jesus, Dìaz Clara, Ramon Manuel, Bagnato Alessandro, Strillacci Maria

Mastitis and Somatic Cell Count in Lactating Dairy Cows: A Resilience Perspective

430

14:30

Pegolo Sara, Bisutti Vittoria, Vanzin Alice, Cecchinato Alessio, Giannuzzi Diana
Analysis of long non-coding RNAs in dairy cows with subclinical mastitis caused by Streptococcus agalactiae and Prototheca spp-

152

14:45

Cascone Ilaria, López-Catalina Adrian, Albarella Sara, Ciotola Francesca, Cosenza Gianfranco, Salzano Angela, Peretti Vincenzo, Gonzalez Recio Oscar
Blood Epigenetic Patterns in Mastitic Buffaloes

346

15:00

Coffee Break and Poster session

15.00-19.00

ASPA Assembly

Room Racconigi | Session 43

Ruminant Nutrition: MINOR SPECIES AND FORAGE QUALITY

Chairs: Bailoni Lucia – Vastolo Alessandro

13:30

Battelli Marco, Rapetti Luca, Colombini Stefania, Galassi Gianluca, Pavesi Martina, Dai Xiaoxia, Menni Giorgio, Cesari Valentina, Crovetto Matteo
Evaluation of different additives to improve soybean silage quality

245

13:45

Cella Fabrizio Giuseppe, Zucca Giovanni, Finocchi Matteo, Malizzi Tiziano, Ripamonti Alice, Mele Marcello, Mantino Alberto
Chemical composition and nutritive value of leaves and stems of poplar clones in an innovative Mediterranean agroforestry system

336

14:00

Nieddu Lidia Nicoletta, Gallo Antonio, Mastroeni Carmelo, Fresu Mirko, Zara Severino, Ledda Antonello, Marzano Alessandra, Rubattu Roberto, Atzori Alberto Stanislao, Fancello Francesco
Use of functional silage in the feeding of Sardinia dairy sheep

469

14:15

Petrocchi Jasinski Francesca, Evangelista Chiara, Basiricò Loredana, Vitali Andrea, Grossi Giampiero, Rossi Chiara, Turriziani Giovanni, Lacetera Nicola, Bernabucci Umberto
Impact of green forage on milk yield and quality, digestibility, and feeding behavior in Italian Mediterranean buffaloes during the hot season

397

14:30

Bisello Jacopo, Currò Sarah, Guzzo Nadia, Amalfitano Nicolò, Cortese Martina, Bailoni Lucia, Tagliapietra Franco
Comparison of NIR chemical predictions for alfalfa hay using portable and benchtop systems

531

15:00

Coffee Break and Poster session

15.00-19.00

ASPA Assembly

Room Stupinigi | Session 44

Welfare, Health and Behaviour: EXPLORING THE COW-CALF RELATIONSHIP

Chairs: Brscic Marta – Cavallini Damiano

13:30

INVITED LECTURE
Veissier Isabelle
The evolution of the concept of animal welfare: from absence of suffering to positive welfare and beyond

14:00

Dai Xiaoxia, Menni Giorgio, Liu Jing, Battelli Marco, Pavesi Martina, Rapetti Luca, Galassi Gianluca, Crovetto Matteo, Wenli Li, Colombini Stefania
Impact of endogenous ruminal lipopolysaccharides on functional activity in rumen mixed microbial communities

223

14:15

Palladini Nicola, Algeri Stefano, Tamburini Alberto, Gislon Giulia, Bava Luciana
Welfare issues in cow-calf contact

171

14:30

Bocchi Valeria, Costa Angela, Visentin Giulio, Zappaterra Martina, Bolcato Marilena, Nanni Costa Leonardo, Padalino Barbara
Current management of calves in Italian dairy farms: preliminary overview on the welfare of calves

311

14:45

Manfrè Claudia, Leliveld Lisette, Danyer Aytemiz, Brscic Marta, Battini Monica
Application of Qualitative Behaviour Assessment on cows before and after their separation from their calf in a cow-calf contact system

271

15:00

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Valentino | Session 45

Sustainability: SUSTAINABLE STRATEGIES

Chairs: Mantino Alberto – Grossi Giampiero

13:30

Berton Marco, Sturaro Enrico, Bittante Giovanni, Gallo Luigi
Effects of dietary concentrate level on protein feed-food and land use competition indicators

052

13:45

Ferronato Giulia, Tobanelli Noemi, Simonetto Anna, Gilioli Gianni
The effect of feeding strategies on enteric and manure methane emissions in dairy cows: evidence from Italian farms

280

14:00

Benedetti Lorenzo, Bani Paolo, Froldi Federico, Bani Giovanni, Ferrero Anita, Struder Jean Pierre, Trevisi Erminio
Effect of two commercial additives on pollutant emissions from dairy cow manur

158

14:15

Zangoli Chiara, Chrysanthopoulos Stamatis, Elisabete A. Fernandes, Zappaterra Martina, Pocheville Salomé, Fangueiro David, Almeida André
Ammonia and greenhouse gases emissions during storage of excreta from poultry fed with 15% Spirulina dietary inclusion

189

14:30

Correa Federico, Luise Diana, Palladino Giorgia, Secchi Nicola, Scicchitano Daniel, Babbi Giulia, Rampelli Simone, Candela Marco, Martelli Pier Luigi, Trevisi Paolo
CIRCLES EU project: on-farm wastewater treatment with bioactivators reduces air pollution and modulate slurry microbiota in pig growing units

518

14:45

Dela Pierre Flavia, Fakhar Ali, Pedersen Johanna, Feilberg Anders, Dinuccio Elio, Kamp Jesper Nørlem
The effect of increasing H2SO4 on NH3 and NMVOC emissions from pig slurry application to permanent grass

442

15:00

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Mandria | Session 46

Precision Farming: GRAZING SYSTEMS AND PASTURE MONITORING

Chairs: Cecchinato Alessio – Matera Roberta

13:30

Aquilani Chiara, Confessore Andrea, Sirtori Francesco, Parrini Silvia, Dibari Camilla, Argenti Giovanni, De Guttry Luca, Pugliese Carolina
Does Virtual Fencing affect cattle behaviour and pasture utilization as compared to traditional grazing management?

133

13:45

Acciaro Marco, Frongia Andrea, Schneider Manuel, Giovanetti Valeria, Serra Gabriella, Cabiddu Andrea, Decandia Mauro, Pauler Caren
GPS as a tool to monitor grazing behavior of Sarda dairy ewes

162

14:00

Confessore Andrea, Aquilani Chiara, Sirtori Francesco, Rainis Simona, Pugliese Carolina
Virtual fencing vs. traditional grazing: impacts on dairy cows’ milk yield and behavior assessed with an automatic milking system

470

14:15

Marchegiani Sara, Pasquini Marina, Trombetta Maria Federica, Ceccobelli Simone
Smart livestock grazing: GPS serving the extensive Marchigiana breeding system

098

14:30

Fatica Antonella, Tedesco Doriana, Todini Luca, Fantuz Francesco, Salimei Elisabetta
Traceability for a grazing equine system in inner areas of Centre-South Italy

100

15:00

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Agliè | Session 47

Food Quality: SHEEP, GOAT AND BUFFALO MILK QUALITY

Chairs: Valenti Bernardo – Carta Silvia

13:30

Stocco Giorgia, Biffani Stefano, Tiezzi Francesco, Valoppi Davide, Tedeschi Irene, Bozzi Riccardo, Fabbri Maria Chiara, Sirtori Francesco, Grande Silverio, Castiglioni Bianca, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio
Factors affecting fat globules size of sheep milk

112

13:45

Valoppi Davide, Biffani Stefano, Castiglioni Bianca, Bozzi Riccardo, Fabbri Maria Chiara, Sirtori Francesco, Tiezzi Francesco, Grande Silverio, Tedeschi Irene, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Summer Andrea, Stocco Giorgia
Effect of fat globules size on the technological properties of sheep milk

309

14:00

Bolletta Viviana, Pauselli Mariano, Lilli Emanuele, Veneziani Gianluca, Santillo Antonella, Bertino Antonino, Valenti Bernardo
Animal performance and milk quality in grazing ewes supplemented a concentrated phenolic extract from olive-milling wastewaters

432

14:15

Boukrouh Soumaya, Noutfia Ali, Moula Nassim, Avril Claire, Hornick Jean-Luc, Chentouf Mouad, Cabaraux Jean-François
Effects of Sulla Flexuosa hay as alternative feed resource on goat’s milk production and quality

570

14:30

Magro Silvia, Pozza Marta, Sartor Pietro, De Marchi Massimo, Niero Giovanni
Feasibility of mid-infrared spectroscopy for the prediction of milk coagulation properties in the Alpine and Saanen goats breeds

441

14:45

Iommelli Piera, Musco Nadia, Lombardi Pietro, Sarubbi Fiorella, Tufarelli Vincenzo, Ceci Edmondo, Infascelli Federico, Tudisco Raffaella
Fennel seed powder in the diet of dairy buffalo affects milk VOCs profile, antioxidant activity and SCD1 mRNA level

144

15:00

Coffee Break and Poster session

Friday, 20th June

Room Venaria | Session 48

Genetics: GENOMIC APPLICATIONS FOR BIODIVERSITY II

Chairs: Colli Licia – Mastrangelo Salvatore

9:00

Persichilli Christian, Cesarani Alberto, Mastrangelo Salvatore, Ben Jemaa Slim, Carta Federica, Riggio Silvia, Benanti Alessia, Pilla Fabio, Senczuk Gabriele
The North being cold, the South warm: genome-wide assessment of local sheep breeds in contrasting environmental conditions

477

9:15

Floridia Viviana, Arias Katherine Daniela, Bionda Arianna, Cortellari Matteo, Amato Annalisa, Lopreiato Vincenzo, D’alessandro Enrico, Goyache Felix, Crepaldi Paola, Liotta Luigi, Barbato Mario
Uncovering the architecture of production-driven introgression in Cinisara cattle

539

9:30

Mancin Enrico, Oian Angelica, Gomez Proto Guido, Rulli Eugenio, Sartori Cristina, Mantovani Roberto
Black boxing Impacts of Selection in Alpine Cattle Breeds

293

9:45

Ben Jemaa Slim, Senczuk Gabriele, Carta Federica, Riggio Silvia, Benanti Alessia, Sardina Maria Teresa, Cesarani Alberto, Mastrangelo Salvatore
A genome-wide scan to identify signatures of selection in Sarda and Valle del Belice sheep breeds in relation to their geographical origin

215

10:00

Bionda Arianna, Manunta Aldo Luigi, Carta Antonello, Crepaldi Paola
Preliminary study of the Caprera goat: an ancient feral population?

236

10:15

Di Civita Marika, Wiener Pamela, Friedrich Juliane, Marr Melissa, Clark Emily, Senczuk Gabriele, Pilla Fabio
Exploring climate adaptation in European Merino sheep: a landscape genomics approach

486

10:30

Carta Federica, Chessari Giorgio, Riggio Silvia, Benanti Alessia, Sardina Maria Teresa, Carlentini Morena, Laura Falchi, Senczuk Gabriele, Criscione Andrea, Cesarani Alberto, Mastrangelo Salvatore
Detection of homozygosity and heterozygosity regions in Southern Italian sheep breeds revealed by high-density SNP array

243

10:45

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Racconigi | Session 49

Welfare, Health and Behaviour: INNOVATIONS AND SUSTAINABILITY IN HORSES MANAGEMENT

Chairs: Padalino Barbara – Felici Martina

9:00

Mecocci Samanta, Porzio Elisabetta, Beccati Francesca, Pepe Marco, Paris Angelo, Bergagna Stefania, Chillemi Giovanni, Chiaradia Elisabetta, Cappelli Katia
Omic technology to monitoring resilience and adaptation to exercise and heat stress in athlete horses

118

9:15

Bordin Clara, Raspa Federica, Favaro Martina, Dino Giovanna, Gambino Francesca, Tazzini Antonio, Cerrato Giuseppina, Giordana Alessia, Boarino Alice, Padoan Elio, Tagliaferri Marta, Anchisi Emanuele, Valle Emanuela
From wastes to resources: using construction and demolition wastes to develop sustainable horse footing layers

525

9:30

Benedetti Beatrice, Freccero Francesca, Patroncini Francesca, Padalino Barbara
Towards a higher level of welfare in pasture-kept horses: development and application of a new welfare protocol

516

9:45

Gemma Pantaleo, Gatt Marica, Padalino Barbara
Animal welfare assessment of urban carriage horses in Malta

404

10:00

INVITED LECTURE
Vervuert Ingrid
Future challenges and welfare in forage feeding for sport horses

10:45

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Stupinigi | Session 50

Aquaculture: MARINE SPECIES

Chairs: Terova Genciana – Carbonara Claudia

9:00

Della Malva Antonella, Santillo Antonella, Caroprese Mariangela, Marino Rosaria, Francavilla Matteo, Albenzio Marzia
Exploring the nutritional value of Mytilus Galloprovincialis from the Gargano area (Apulia Region)

224

9:15

Tarricone Simona, Colonna Maria Antonietta, Ragni Marco, Trani Roberta, Giangrande Adriana, Basile Graziana, Stabili Loredana, Carbonara Claudia, Longo Caterina
Flesh quality, shelf-life, and sensory properties of Sea Bream reared in a Mediterranean coastal Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) system

408

9:30

Kalemi Violeta, Rimoldi Simona, Monteiro Marta, Valente Luisa, Terova Genciana
Substitution of fishmeal with an insect meal blend and the effects on the intestinal microbiota of European seabass

122

9:45

Zarantoniello Matteo, Cattaneo Nico, Conti Federico, Cardinaletti Gloriana, Sener Idris, Ceccobelli Simone, Olivotto Ike
Employing a natural microencapsulated antioxidant to mitigate dietary microplastic accumulation and oxidative stress response in juvenile European seabass (Dicentrarchus labrax)

031

10:00

Fanizza Cecilia, Milián-Sorribes Maria Consolación, Jover-Cerdá Miguel, Martìnez-Llorens Silvia, Trocino Angela, Tomás-Vidal Ana
Estimation of protein and fat requirements for greater amberjack (Seriola dumerili) juveniles reared in RAS

054

10:15

Roncarati Alessandra, Quagliardi Martina, Antenucci Emanuele, Di Iorio Michele, Coccia Isabella, Santoianni Celeste, Rusco Giusy, Cariglia Michela, Pozzato Luca, Iaffaldano Nicolaia
Monitoring water temperature during the growth of gilthead sea bream juveniles in sea cage aquaculture

248

10:30

Sicuro Benedetto, Akther Kazi Rabya, Tafuro Valentina
Aquaculture in the Mediterranean region: key factors and future trends

082

10:45

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Valentino | Session 51

Monogastric Nutrition: SWINE II

Chairs: Pinotti Luciano – Correa Federico

9:00

Graziosi Maria Vittoria, Luise Diana, Correa Federico, Zurru Antonio, Trevisi Paolo, Biagi Giacomo
Reduction of amylose-amylopectin ratio in low-protein diets for fattening pigs: Performance, Health, Behavioral, and Environmental Implications

526

9:15

Lin Peng, Tretola Marco, Pinotti Luciano, Bee Giuseppe, Schlegel Patrick
Growth performance and nutrient balance of pigs fed low protein diets without mineral phosphate supplementation

360

9:30

Antonacci Alessandro, Bee Giuseppe
Feeding low-protein or standard diets to growing-finishing pigs reared under environmental stressors: effects on growth and carcass composition

187

9:45

Tono Veronica, Toscano Alessandro, Don Gregorio, Giannuzzi Diana, Gallo Luigi, Cecchinato Alessio, Schiavon Stefano
Growth performance and carcass quality of heavy pigs fed ad libitum diets with decreasing SID lysine contents

264

10:00

Don Gregorio, Giannuzzi Diana, Toscano Alessandro, Tono Veronica, Schiavon Stefano, Gallo Luigi
Effects of a partial to total replacement of soybean meal with spirulina powder in the diets for growing pigs on fatty acid profile of loin, lard, ham trimming and liver fat

101

10:15

Luise Diana, Zurru Antonio, Laghi Luca, Palumbo Francesco, Correa Federico, Trevisi Paolo
Increasing the energy and lysine content of sow transition diets can improve litter performance and modulate colostrum composition

110

10:30

Marchetti Luca, Rebucci Raffaella, Piantoni Caterina, Bontempo Valentino
Effects of a combination of the active form of Vitamin D and natural triterpenes on sows health and productivity 

214

10:45

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Mandria | Session 52

Precision Farming: SENSORS FOR BEHAVIOURAL MONITORING

Sponsored by MSD Animal Health
Chairs:
Dalla Costa Emanuela – Antognoli Veronica

9:00

Cecchinato Alessio, Giannuzzi Diana, Rovetta Carlo, Bisutti Vittoria, Pegolo Sara, Arazi Alon, Katz Gil, Trevisi Erminio, Mele Marcello, Gallo Luigi, Tagliapietra Franco, Schiavon Stefano, Macedo Mota Lucio Flavio
Leveraging 3D Accelerometer Data to Predict Heat Stress in Dairy Cows

209

9:15

Cabbia Anita, Braidot Matteo, Cavallini Damiano, Spanghero Mauro, Romanzin Alberto
Evaluation of Feeding Behaviour in Growing Bulls with an Ear-Tag Accelerometer

273

9:30

Mondini Sara, N’cho Chris Major, Zucali Maddalena, Niu Mutian, Cossa Stefano, Sandrucci Anna
Detection of On-Farm Indicators for Early Signals of Lameness in Dairy Cows Using Generalized Additive Models

439

9:45

Gislon Giulia, Mondini Sara, Zucali Maddalena, Pavolini Marta, Bava Luciana, Canali Elisabetta, Sandrucci Anna
Integrated Sensor Data for Monitoring Calves’ Condition

562

10:00

Pavolini Marta, Gislon Giulia, Tamburini Alberto, Bonizzi Serena, Zucali Maddalena, Moretti Vittorio Maria, Mattiello Silvana, Sandrucci Anna
Use of Precision Livestock Farming Technologies on Dairy Cows in a Mountain Environment

420

10:15

Mattiello Silvana, Celozzi Stefania, Battini Monica, Sandrucci Anna, Ntalampiras Stavros, Presti Giorgio, Ludovico Luca A., Petrera Francesca, Abeni Fabio
Monitoring the Time of Calving in Dairy Cows by Means of Vocalizations

029

10:45

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Agliè | Session 53

Companion Animals: NUTRITION AND HEALTH

Chairs: Cutrignelli Monica – Luciano Alice

9:00

Stefanon Bruno, Sgorlon Sandy, Sandri Misa, Balouei Fatemeh
Variation of faecal microbiota of bitches during pregnancy and lactation on development of faecal microbiota of puppies during lactation and at weaning

302

9:15

Cuccaro Bianca, Albarella Sara, Ciotola Francesca, Martano Manuela, Restucci Brunella
Analysis of BRCA gene SNPs in dogs with mammary tumor

069

9:30

Ruggiero Alessio, Ferrara Maria, Vastolo Alessandro, Piccirillo Barbara, Bergero Domenico, Cutrignelli Monica Isabella
Functional ingredients in cats nutrition

160

9:45

Peripolli Chiara, Danyer Erdem, Fusi Eleonora, Siani Gerardo, Ricci Rebecca
Homemade diets for dogs: owners motivation and management

329

10:00

INVITED LECTURE
MUSSA Pier Paolo
Evolution of pet animal nutrition in Italy: scientific, technological and professional aspects

10:45

Coffee Break and Poster session

Room Venaria | Session 54

Genetics: GENETIC STRATEGIES FOR ECONOMIC TRAITS

Chairs: Crepaldi Paola – Cesarani Alberto

11:15

Salaris Sotero, Usai Mario Graziano, Casu Sara, Miari Sabrina, Pernisa Annalisa, Negro Alessio, Grande Silverio, Carta Antonello
Genetic evaluation of Sarda sheep for milk protein content based on genomic information and a female reference population

294

11:30

Santomassimo Chiara, Mariotti Federico, Petrini Andrea, Lasagna Emiliano, Quaglia Andrea, Sbarra Fiorella, Sarti Francesca Maria
Genetics and meat quality: challenges and perspectives in Vitellone Bianco dell’Appennino Centrale

219

11:45

Giontella Andrea, Silvestrelli Maurizio, Cucciniello Michael, Cocciolone Alessandro, Pieramati Camillo, Sarti Francesca Maria
Phenotypic and genetic study of hair whorls in the Maremmano horse and their correlations with the temperament index

262

12:00

Ablondi Michela, Asti Vittoria, Valle Emanuela, Stocco Giorgia, Bordin Clara, Moretti Riccardo, Zanotti Andrea, Sabbioni Alberto
Genetic parameters of horse international longitudinal show jumping results

237

12:15

Minozzi Giulietta, De Iorio Maria Grazia, Pagnacco Giulio
Selective breeding for Varroa Sensitive Hygiene (VSH) behavioral trait in honey bee (Apis mellifera) colonies: initial results of four years of selection

193

Room Racconigi | Session 55

Welfare, Health and Behaviour: BEEKEEPING, HORSES AND PIGS FARMING

Chairs: Gottardo Flaviana – Luise Diana

11:15

Porzio Elisabetta, Busechian Sara, Mecocci Samanta, Pepe Marco, Chillemi Giovanni, Chiaradia Elisabetta, Cappelli Katia, Rueca Fabrizio, Beccati Francesca
The use of a fitness tracker to analyze heart rate variability in show jumping horses during standard exercise test in warm and cold environment

088

11:30

Bordin Clara, Zanchi Marco, Ozella Laura, Valle Emanuela
Strides to success: how gait and technique shape performance in show jumping

478

11:45

Favaro Daniele, Lazzarin Stella Bernadette, Moscon Elisa, Tonon Francesco, Contiero Barbara, Gottardo Flaviana
Open cage farrowing system: balancing welfare and productivity

488

12:00

Danieli Pier Paolo, Manganello Federico, Lazzari Filippo
Effectiveness of Fe (II) supplementation in Italian honey bee (Apis mellifera ligustica Spin.) under laboratory conditions

506

12:15

Coppola Francesca, Sagona Simona, Tafi Elena, Orlando Caterina, D’Onofrio Chiara, Boni Chiara Benedetta, Casini Lucia, Palego Lionella, Betti Laura, Giannaccini Gino, Felicioli Antonio
Effects of coconut oil-enriched diet administration on honey bees’ survival and health

030

Room Stupinigi | Session 56

Aquaculture: MISCELLANY

Chairs: Parisi Giuliana – Fanizza Cecilia

11:15

INVITED LECTURE
Brambilla Fabio
Sustainability and aquaculture: responsible change of diets

11:45

Rimoldi Simona, Kalemi Violeta, Betancor Mónica, Saroglia Marco, Terova Genciana
How nutritional programming and genotype shape the gut microbiota and influence growth of Atlantic salmon

041

12:00

Birolo Marco, Trabacchin Veronica, Triolone Stefano, De Bonis Marina, Uberti Giordano, Sambo Paolo, Nicoletto Carlo
Optimising stocking density of Largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) in coupled aquaponic systems

222

12:15

D’Agaro Edo, Gibertoni Pierpaolo, Esposito Stefano
New genomic tools for the conservation and management of native brown trout (Salmo trutta) in the Valle d’Aosta valley

425

12:30

Trabacchin Veronica, Nicoletto Carlo, Triolone Stefano, De Bonis Marina, Uberti Giordano, Sambo Paolo, Birolo Marco
Effects of dietary microelements supplementation on growth performance and fillet quality of Largemouth bass (Micropterus salmoides) in a coupled aquaponic system with lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

450

Room Valentino | Session 57

Monogastric Nutrition: RABBIT, POULTRY AND DONKEY

Chairs: Nicolaia Iaffaldano – Marchetti Luca

11:15

Xiccato Gerolamo, Bordignon Francesco, Pascual Anton, Birolo Marco, Zomeño Cristina, Trocino Angela
Role of the dietary supplementation of arginine and valine: health status, digestibility, and performances of growing rabbits

057

11:30

Mainardi Edda, Rossi Raffaella, Ondruska Lubomir, Vizzarri Francesco
Dietary supplementation with Lauraceae and Chlorellaceae in growing rabbits: effects on meat quality parameters

120

11:45

Bosa Luigia, Bernabucci Gloria, Di Federico Francesca, Dal Bosco Alessandro, Mattioli Simona, Mancinelli Cartoni Alice, Primi Riccardo, Girotti Pedro, Castellini Cesare
Grazing behaviour and meat quality in different rabbit genotypes reared in outdoor conditions 

217

12:00

Petrosillo Elena, Lanzoni Davide, Cenati Clara, Perricone Vera, Giromini Carlotta, Cheli Federica, Savoini Giovanni
Effects of Euglena gracilis Supplementation on Growth Performance, Antioxidant Status, Meat Quality in Broiler Chickens 

216

12:15

Colonna Maria Antonietta, Carbonara Claudia, Tufarelli Vincenzo, Caterina Losacco, Tedone Luigi, Giannico Francesco, Fortunato Mariarosaria, Selvaggi Maria, Ragni Marco, Tarricone Simona
Effect of zinc-enriched Camelina sativa supplementation in broiler diets on meat quality and sensory properties 

299

12:15

Volpe Jacopo, Pittarello Marco, Nota Ginevra, Lombardi Giampiero, Lonati Michele
Donkey feeding behavior in shrub- and tree-encroached pastures in Gran Paradiso National Park 

459

Room Mandria | Session 58

Precision Farming: INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY IN LIVESTOCK

Sponsored by MSD Animal Health
Chairs:
Salzano Angela – Presutti Livia

11:15

Negrini Riccardo, Barbato Mario, D’Alessandro Enrico, Liotta Luigi, Cassandro Martino, Ciardella Giorgio, Nardone Mario, Cicagna Iosef, Valentini Riccardo, Coppola Valerio, Ruggeri Federico, Melilli Caterina, Nardone Alessandro
InnovaRE: Research and application of innovative tools to improve resilience in ruminants

256

11:30

Ledda Antonello, Azzena Margherita, Domenica Giovanna, Atzori Alberto Stanislao
Precision livestock farming with APPàre, a digital platform for feeding and management of sheep farming in Sardinia

178

11:45

Steri Roberto, Iacurto Miriam, Canini Francesco, Meo Zilio David
Technical and practical aspects of using PLF tools in a buffalo farm: the SensorHost Software

395

12:00

Mastroeni Carmelo, Colombo Marco, Novara Valentina, Carboni Eliana, Gallo Antonio
Comparing two different weighting systems to improve whole-plant corn silage quality in the top layer of a farm bunker

440

12:15

Canossa Maddalena, Atzori Alberto Stanislao, Fiorbelli Erica, Gallo Antonio
An application of system thinking approach to study complex problems in animal nutrition: a Case study of feeding behavior

569

12:30

Rezende Marcos, Vittorio Rammauro, Attilio Rossoni
Advantages of precision livestock data sharing platforms in the genomic era

451

Room Agliè | Session 59

Companion animals: GENETICS AND GENOMICS

Chairs: Ciotola Francesca – Marelli Stefano Paolo

11:15

Bionda Arianna, Crepaldi Paola, Liotta Luigi
Exploring the genomic basis of dental agenesis in Labrador Retrievers

228

11:30

Hernaiz Adelaida, Calvo Jorge Hugo, Cagnotti Giulia, Zaragoza Pilar, Ala Ugo, D’Angelo Antonio, García-Belenguer Sylvia, Martín-Burriel Inmaculada
Genomic study of idiopathic epilepsy in dogs: a natural model for human epilepsy

312

11:45

Boccuni Sara, Shoemake Claire, Liotta Luigi, Attard George
Insights into history and phenotypical traits of the maltese Hunting Dog (Kelb tal-Kaċċa ta’ Malta)

255

12:00

Floridia Viviana, Bionda Arianna, Boccuni Sara, Shoemake Claire, Crepaldi Paola, Attard George, Liotta Luigi
Genetic characteristics for a breed standard definition of the Maltese Hunting Dog (Kelb tal-Kaċċa ta’ Malta)

221

12:15

Moretti Riccardo, Viglietti Antonio, Sartore Stefano, Chessa Stefania, Sacchi Paola
Preliminary genomic analysis of an autochthonous dog population from the San Pietro Island

333

12:30

Marelli Stefano, Cannas Simona, Frattini Stefano, Polli Michele, Strillacci Maria
Phenotypical and Genomic analysis of Sila Sheepdog (Canis lupus familiaris)

429

Poster

ALTERNATIVE PROTEINS

Tignani Maria Vittoria, Secci Giulia, Pulido-Rodríguez Lina, Parisi Giuliana
Evaluation of the physico-chemical stability of cricket meal and dried whole cricket during storage at room temperature

125

Addeo Nicola Francesco, Lanzieri Maria Rosaria, Vozzo Simone, Di Rosa Ambra, Accetta Francesca, Panettieri Valentina, Bovera Fulvia, Musco Nadia
Hermetia illucens as functional feed for laying hens: effect on productive performance

136

Palumbo Bianca Federica, Dalle Zotte Antonella, Deruytter David
Impact of sex ratio manipulation on reproductive output in Tenebrio molitor

253

Cappai Maria Grazia, Arminu Sergio, Schiavone Achille, Serra Giuseppe
Yellow Mealworm (Tenebrio molitor) Rearing on Different Substrates Affects Feed Intake in Captive Sardinian Partridges (Alectoris barbara)

545

AQUACULTURE

Zarantoniello Matteo, Galdelli Alessandro, Mancini Adriano, Pasquini Marina, Fatone Francesco, Olivotto Ike
Reducing food losses by developing an automated hatching system prototype for early stage embryos of rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

076

Zarantoniello Matteo, Tombolini Lorenzo, Trombetta Maria Federica, Eusebi Anna Laura, Fatone Francesco, Olivotto Ike 
Nature-based solutions for wastewater management towards a sustainable aquaculture: the CARDIMED case study

061

Colli Licia, Riccioni Giulia, Colussi Silvia, Fariano Lucio, Valenzano Vittorio, Bergamino Cinzia, Milanese Giulia, Gini Martina, Scala Sonia, Prearo Marino, Pastorino Paolo, Ajmone Marsan Paolo
The RESILTROUT project: identifying genetic markers associated to disease resistance and heat stress resilience in farmed rainbow trout (Oncorhynchus mykiss)

240

Emanuele Antenucci,  Michele Di Iorio, Celeste Santoianni, Isabella Coccia, Livio Galosi, Michela Cariglia, Luca Pozzato, Alessandra Roncarati, Nicolaia Iaffaldano
Preliminary set-up of a digital system for the fish welfare improvement in cage aquaculture

249

Gai Francesco, Randazzo Basilio, Meola Martina, Caccamo Letteria, Carboni Stefano, Concu Danilo, Loi Barbara, Miccoli Andrea, Mirto Simone, Perdichizzi Anna, Vallainc Dario, Maricchiolo Giulia
Dietary effects on growth, gut health and immune response of flathead grey mullet fed black soldier fly meal

481

Manuguerra Simona, Arena Rosaria, Rannou Maxime, Grimaudo Federico, Curcuraci Eleonora, Santulli Andrea, Messina Concetta
Technology transfer for Haliotis turberculata farming in Sicily: evaluation of adaptive responses to culture conditions

573

COMPANION ANIMALS

Llobat Lola, Sechi Sara, Liotta Luigi, Amato Annalisa, Cavallo Carmelo, Cocco Raffaella
Breed-specific hematological phenotypes in dogs apparently healthy but infected by zoonotic pathogens: the case of Fonnese and Cirneco dog breeds

073

Armone Rosangela, Nava Vincenzo, Alizzi Antonino Filippo Maria, Randazzo Andrea, Chiofalo Biagina
Hydrolyzed Feather Meal in dog nutrition: dry food proximate composition, amino acid content, and biogenic amines

128

Atuahene David, Balouei Fatemeh, Stefanon Bruno, Martello Elisa, Sandri Misa, Meineri Giorgia
Effects of a hepatoprotective supplement on liver function, inflammation markers, and gut microbiota in overweight dogs

138

Accetta Francesca, Armone Rosangela, Di Rosa Ambra, Stefanon Bruno, Chiofalo Biagina
Hydrolyzed Feather Meal in dog nutrition: application of electronic senses on extruded diet

323

Martello Elisa, Perondi Francesca, Lonigro Nicolò, Bruni Natascia, Bigliati Mauro, Costale Annalisa, Meineri Giorgia
Effects of Saccharomyces cerevisiae DSM 34246 var. boulardii supplementation on nutritional status, fecal parameters, and overall well-being in healthy adult breeding cats and dogs

455

Persichilli Christian, Mastrangelo Salvatore, Di Civita Marika, Senczuk Gabriele, Zorzetto Chiara, Ciampolini Roberta
Genome-wide characterization of a local heeling dog population from Northern-Apennines

487

FOOD QUALITY

Brugiapaglia Alberto, Provera Riccardo, Pennisi Francesco, Mois Sara, Pezzolato Marzia, Greco Alfredo, Bozzetta Elena, Esposito Giovanna
Effect of High-Pressure Processing on texture of sea bream (Sparus aurata) fillets

051

Provera Riccardo, Brugiapaglia Alberto, Pennisi Francesco, Pezzolato Marzia, Greco Alfredo, Bozzetta Elena, Esposito Giovanna
High pressure processing and cryogenic treatments to kill Ani-sakis in fish fillet and near infrared spectroscopy to verify their application

062

Pulido-Rodríguez Lina, Parrini Silvia, Secci Giulia, Parisi Giuliana
Discriminant analysis to classify two fish species based on geographical origins and farming systems using FT-NIRS

117

Paolo Polidori, Vincenzetti Silvia, Pucciarelli Stefania, Polzonetti Valeria, Renzi Sofia
Nutritional characterization of a fermented beverage from donkey milk

121

Accetta Francesca, Armone Rosangela, Lanzieri Maria Rosaria, Bovera Fulvia, Di Rosa Ambra
Hermetia illucens as functional feed for laying hens: effect on egg quality

137

Dal Bosco Alessandro, Di Federico Francesca, Mattioli Simona, Bosa Luigia, Castellini Cesare
Alfalfa and linseed oil in rabbit diet to improve sustainability and healthiness of the meat

148

Mattioli Simona, Di Federico Francesca, Angelucci Elisa, Castellini Cesare, Bosa Luigia, Dal Bosco Alessandro
Meat quality of breast and drumstick of different ECC-approved chicken genotypes

150

Rebucci Raffaella, Gambazza Giuseppe, Dal Borgo Alice, Zeni Niko Gioacchino, Marchetti Luca, Lanzoni Davide, Colombini Lorenzo, Giromini Carlotta, Zaniboni Luisa
Impact of dietary hemp seeds in an agroecological farming system (HappyHens): functional and nutritional features of eggs from different layer breeds

169

Oswaldo Botia Carreño Edwin, Elghandour Mona M.M.Y., Garcia Martinez José Eduardo, Yllescas Uriel Lopez, Salem Abdelfattah
Effect of microencapsulated Yucca shidigera extract on milk production and composition in dairy goats

201

Marino Rosaria, Caroprese Mariangela, Della Malva Antonella, Santillo Antonella, Ciliberti Maria Giovanna, Sevi Agostino, Albenzio Marzia
Nutritional properties of Podolian meat: the impact of dietary forage to concentrate ratio

235

Arango Sheyla, Bailoni Lucia, Guzzo Nadia, Bianco Emanuele, Simonetti Emilio, Zerbinati Elena, Rainis Simona
Effect of replacing corn silage with alternative crops on milk yield and quality in Italian Simmental dairy cows

267

Singh Yazavinder, Mugnai Cecilia, Forte Claudio, Agradi Stella, Dalle Zotte Antonella, Blanc Simone, Costamagna Chiara, Cullere Marco
Sustainable rabbit production: carcass traits, physical meat quality, and shelf-life of two local breeds and a commercial hybrid

290

Chessari Giorgio, Tumino Serena, Cremonesi Paola, Biscarini Filippo, Avondo Marcella, Marletta Donata, Castiglioni Bianca
Milk microbiota composition in Girgentana goat breed

297

Varricchio Maria Luisa, Masucci Felicia, Scalera Grazia, Lambiase Claudia, Serrapica Francesco, De Rosa Giuseppe, Di Francia Antonio
Olive residues as a cost – effective feed supplement: effects on milk quality in small dairy farms

301

Spina Anna Antonella, Virga Antonino Nazareno, Furfaro Maria Elena, Chiofalo Vincenzo, Madeo Alessandro, Britti Domenico, Randazzo Cinzia, Bosco Georgiana, Morittu Valeria Maria
Inclusion of linseed and grape-derived antioxidants in the diet of Apulo-Calabrese x Goland pigs: effects on animal performance and meat quality

339

Ponte Marialetizia, Maggiolino Aristide, Marino Rosaria, Bonanno Adriana, Forte Lucrezia, Della Malva Antonella, De Palo Pasquale, Sevi Agostino, Di Grigoli Antonino
Milk production of ewes fed diets integrated with encapsulated or non-encapsulated lemon essential oil

341

Palumbo Maria Antonietta, Lucchini Franco, Cocconcelli Pier Sadro, Ajmone Marsan Paolo
In vitro production of bovine hepatocyte growth factor

351

Carta Silvia, Correddu Fabio, Steri Roberto, Meo Zilio David, Fenu Antonio, Rubattu Roberto, Cesarani Alberto, Pulina Giuseppe, Nudda Anna
Effect of grape pomace in the diet of ewes during the mid-lactation period on milk fatty acid profile and methane emissions

398

Niero Giovanni, Visentin Elena, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Stocco Giorgia, Ablondi Michela, Summer Andrea, Penasa Mauro
Determination of κ-casein B in bovine milk through HPLC and ELISA techniques

401

Carta Silvia, Sanna Manuela, Murgia Marco, Nudda Anna, Mangia Nicoletta
Microbiological, nutritional, and sensorial characterization of bottarga di muggine produced in the east and west coast of Sardinia

402

Silvi Alina, Casarosa Laura, Vichi Francesca, Gasparoni Elisa, Ripamonti Alice, Tognocchi Monica, Tinagli Sara, Serra Andrea, Conte Giuseppe, Mantino Alberto, Mele Marcello
Effects of brewer’s spent grain in dairy sheep diet on yield, nutritional quality and volatile organic compound profile of cheese

415

D’Ambra Katia, Trovato Roberta, Minelli Giovanna, Forte Claudio, Lo Fiego Domenico Pietro
Influence of pig dietary supplementation with hazelnut skin (HS) or hazelnut skin green extract (HSE) on live performance, carcass characteristics and meat quality of heavy pigs

435

Cavallo Carmelo, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Bosco Georgiana, Litrenta Federica, Randazzo Cinzia, Scalisi Marco, Amato Annalisa, Floridia Viviana, Liotta Luigi
iSafe-Graze: Selection of Probiotic Lactic Acid Bacteria as Starter Cul-tures to Enhance Conjugated Linoleic Acid Content in Sheep’s Milk Cheese

452

Palazzo Marisa, Tavaniello Siria, Grassi Giulia, Peng Meng, Teshale Dereje Birara, Maiorano Giuseppe
Effect of feeding olive mill wastewater (Olea europaea L.) on meat quality of Podolian young bulls

460

Di Rosa Ambra, Accetta Francesca, Chiofalo Vincenzo, Furfaro Maria Elena, Virga Antonino Nazareno, Bonello Federica
Towards sustainable beekeeping: Warrè (people’s) vs Dadant-Blatt hives. Evaluation of chemical and aromatic profile of Sicilian Acacia (Robinia pseudoacacia) Honey

490

Cremonesi Paola, Bonazza Francesca, Severgnini Marco, Castiglioni Bianca, Brasca Milena, Pizzi Flavia, Silvetti Tiziana, Morandi Stefano, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Turri Federica
Unveiling the unique microbiome and nutritional profile of milk from the caprine Nera di Verzasca local breed

514

Castiglioni Bianca, Cremonesi Paola, Ceccarani Camilla, Silvetti Tiziana, Morandi Stefano, Brasca Milena
Influence of Cattle Breeds on Microbiota and Quality of Valtellina Casera PDO Cheese

517

Marino Vita Maria, Schadt Iris, La Terra Stefania, Belvedere Giovanni, Caccamo Margherita, Caggia Cinzia
Lysozyme and total antioxidant capacity in raw milk of Ragusano donkey: effect of lactation stage and production period

524

Currò Sarah, Marcolin Martina, Balzan Stefania, Fasolato Luca, Haftvani Geghani Taroyan, Chiarello Gian Luca, Costa Annamaria, Di Giancamillo Alessia, Cherif Nadia, Temraz Tarek, Radaelli Giuseppe, Fonsatti Elisa, Bortoletti Martina, Bertotto Daniela
Photocatalytic water remediation for sustainable fish farming: effect on rainbow trout microbial contamination and shelf-life

565

Fancello Francesco, Carboni Maria Rosaria, Nieddu Lidia Nicoletta, Fresu Mirko, Acciaro Marco, Piga Paola, Forte Lucrezia, Maggiolino Aristide, Atzori Alberto Stanislao
Effect of aging facility on chemical-physical and microbiological characterization of Limousine dry-aged meat

566

Al Rharad Asma, El Aayadi Soufiane, Belabbass Nouhaila, Mendes De Souza Poliana, Boukrouh Soumaya
Chemical composition of camel meat: A meta-analysis and meta-regression study

572

GENETICS

Zanon Thomas, Oian Angelica, Mantovani Roberto, Gauly Matthias
Veterinary Treatment Data from the Electronic Recording System for Genetic Selection in the Alpine Grey cattle breed

020

Karatosidi Despoina, Avgeris Euthimios, Michailidis Georgios
Investigation of genetic polymorphisms in Estrogen and Prolactin gene receptors in the autochthonous Greek black pig breed

035

Sbarra Fiorella, Quaglia Andrea, Bittante Giovanni, Mantovani Roberto
Genetics of temperament in five Italian beef cattle breeds

063

Sabbioni Alberto, Cerati Carlo, Sfrisi Emanuele, Benaglia Paolo
Environmental factors affecting the quality of boar semen for AI

075

Colombi Daniele, Perini Francesco, Pedota Giuseppina, Sbarra Fiorella, Quaglia Andrea, Sarti Francesca Maria, Lasagna Emiliano
Evaluation of genetic parameters for milk composition and technological properties in Podolica cattle breed

107

Parrini Silvia, Mercat Marie-José, Amaral De Jesus Andreia, Karolyi Danijel, Căndek Potokar Marjeta, Restoux Gwendal, Fabbri Maria Chiara, Crovetti Alessandro, Sirtori Francesco, Bozzi Riccardo
Local pig and chicken breeds: weaknesses, strengths and challenges by Italian stakeholder concept

113

Santillo Antonella, Caroprese Mariangela, Marino Rosaria, di Corcia Martina, Biancardi Valentina, Bruno Silvia, Martino Nicola Antonio, Monaco Davide, Temerario Letizia, Mastrorocco Antonella, Dell’Aquila Maria Elena, Lacalandra Giovanni Michele, Landi Vincenzo, Selvaggi Maria, Ciani Elena, Albenzio Marzia
Mapping the biodiversity in small ruminants. The LOCAL project in Apulia Region

130

Cosenza Gianfranco, Fulgione Andrea, Albarella Sara, Ciotola Francesca, Gallo Daniela, Pauciullo Alfredo
Exploring genetic variability at goat CSN2 locus using novels PCR based methods

143

Gabbianelli Federica, Milanesi Marco, Basiricò Loredana, Pietrucci Daniele, Macchioni Paola, Bernabucci Gloria, Arcuri Chiara, Danieli Pier Paolo, Picarone Ludovica, Bernabucci Umberto, Vitali Andrea, Lacetera Nicola, Ronchi Bruno, Giovanni Chillemi, Primi Riccardo
Genetic variability characterization of the “Leprino di Viterbo” rabbit breed.

147

Sarti Francesca Maria, Galeazzi Sara, Giovannini Samira, Cocciolone Alessandro, Grande Silverio, Sylla Lakamy
Phenotypic characterization of ram’s reproductive system: preliminary investigation for the development of a fertility index

204

Michele Di Iorio, Emanuele Antenucci, Giusy Rusco, Silvia Cerolini, Nicolaia Iaffaldano
Phenotypic characterization of two native Italian turkey breeds: a comparative study

227

Arcuri Chiara, Picarone Ludovica, Pietrucci Daniele, Gabbianelli Federica, Porcai Gabriella, Cosenza Gianfranco, Gomez Mayra, Chillemi Giovanni, Milanesi Marco
Performance evaluation of the new SNPs array designed for Mediterranean river buffalo breed

229

Turri Federica, Negro Alessio, Pizzi Flavia, Grande Silverio, Biffani Stefano
Constitution of a semen cryobank for the conservation of the Italian small ruminant local breeds

233

Taurisano Valeria, Ribani Anisa, Bovo Samuele, Schiavo Giuseppina, Bertolini Francesca, Schiavitto Michele, Fontanesi Luca
BCO2 allele frequencies in many rabbit breeds and populations: insights from the spread of a genetic defect

239

Taurisano Valeria, Ribani Anisa, Utzeri Valerio Joe, Sami Dalal, Kate Johnson, Fontanesi Luca
Honey bee genetics from honey samples: monitoring the diffusion of Apis mellifera mitochondrial DNA lineages in Emilia Romagna over seven years

242

Bolner Matteo, Bovo Samuele, Schiavo Giuseppina, Bertolini Francesca, Gallo Maurizio, Fontanesi Luca
An initial genome-wide association study for haematological and blood clinical-biochemical parameters in Italian Duroc pigs

247

Ablondi Michela, Asti Vittoria, Danese Tommaso, Bordin Clara, Ozella Laura, Moretti Riccardo, Sacchi Paola, Summer Andrea, Sabbioni Alberto, Mikko Sofia, Valle Emanuela
CHAMP: Combining Horse Athletic Measurements with Precision Genomics

250

Asti Vittoria, Ablondi Michela, Moretti Riccardo, Valle Emanuela, Ozella Laura, Danese Tommaso, Sabbioni Alberto, Summer Andrea
Meta-analysis on early traits genetically correlated with later performance in life in horses

260

Asti Vittoria, Zanotti Andrea, Ablondi Michela, Malacarne Massimo, Sabbioni Alberto
Focus on genetic diversity within the InnoVaDiv project

263

Tonamo Tema Andualem, Profiti Margherita, Stocco Giorgia, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Summer Andrea, Chessa Stefania
Implementation of sheep production system through genomics and phenomics: preliminary results

265

Bruno Silvia, Alashqar Sara, Letaief Neyrouz, Pauciullo Alfredo, Ciani Elena, Hasan Alhadded
In silico functional polymorphisms analysis for milk-related genes in Camelus dromedarius species

266

Tarricone Simona, Colonna Maria Antonietta, De Vito Nicolò, Lacitignola Massimo, Gerardi Domenico, La Gioia Giuseppe, Campanile Domenico, Carone Maria Teresa, Cardone Giuseppe Giorgio, Ragni Marco
European turtle dove (Streptopelia turtur) in Apulia: preliminary estimate of the breeding population abundance

300

Chessari Giorgio, Reich Paula, Criscione Andrea, Mastrangelo Salvatore, Tumino Serena, Carlentini Morena, Bordonaro Salvatore, Tetens Jens, Marletta Donata
Heterozygosity-rich regions survey in Sicilian and worldwide horse breeds using genome-wide imputed data

307

Gulinelli Marta, Moretti Riccardo, Sartore Stefano, Perona Giovanni, Mimosi Antonio, Sacchi Paola, Cornale Paolo, Chessa Stefania
BECH. GRIS Project: genetic characterization, conservation and management of the Grigia delle Valli di Lanzo local breed

315

Schiavone Achille, Stoppani Nadia, Soglia Dominga, Cappone Eleonora Erika, Shirjandi Faraz, Laura Martinez, Silvia Rey, Antonio Vallecillos, Eva Armero
Phenotypic characterization of the Spanish Gallina Murciana chicken breed

318

D’Alessandro Enrico, Galeano Grazia, Giuffrè Letterio, Giosa Domenico, Tolone Marco
A study on diversity and pathway signals in Ragusano donkey microbiome

328

Capra Emanuele, Negrini Riccardo, Lazzari Barbara, Cozzi Paolo, Ajmone Marsan Paolo, Stella Alessandra, Turri Federica
EpiC Fun: A project investigating the epigenetic diversity and functional adaptation in local and cosmopolitan Italian cattle breed

331

Stoppani Nadia, Cappone Eleonora Erika, Fiorilla Edoardo, Gariglio Marta, Zambotto Valeria, Profiti Margherita, Schiavone Achille, Soglia Dominga
Identification of SNP markers associated with carcass trait and meat quality in Italian slow-growing chicken breeds using targeted next-generation sequencing (NGS)

356

Soglia Dominga, Stoppani Nadia, Maione Sandra, Schiavone Achille, Marzoni Margherita, Buccioni Arianna, Lasagna Emiliano, Castellini Cesare, Iaffaldano Nicolaia, Penasa Mauro, Cerolini Silvia
Genetic Polymorphism of the PAX7 Minisatellite Region in Italian Chicken Breeds

359

Tumino Serena, Ben Jemaa Slim, Chessari Giorgio, Mastrangelo Salvatore, Marletta Donata, Carta Federica, Cesarani Alberto, Bordonaro Salvatore, Criscione Andrea
Exploring signatures of selection in the indigenous Nero Siciliano pig breed

362

Zanotti Andrea, Ablondi Michela, Summer Andrea, Sabbioni Alberto, Asti Vittoria, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Van Kaam Jan-Thijs, Cassandro Martino, Layton Jonathan, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio
Does inbreeding cause a decrease in lifetime milk production?

363

Tumino Serena, Carlentini Morena, Chessari Giorgio, Virzì Armando, Marletta Donata, Criscione Andrea, Bordonaro Salvatore
Variability survey at meat production loci in Nero Siciliano pig breed

368

Seghrouchni Kenza, Barbato Mario, Floridia Viviana, Frattini Stefano, Liotta Luigi
Filling the Gaps in the Genomic Management of Italian Dog Breeds

374

D’alessandro Enrico, Liotta Luigi, Tolone Marco
Exploring head morphology and exterior traits in Nero dei Nebrodi pig

378

Crepaldi Paola, Negro Alessio, Bionda Arianna, Ramirez Diaz Johanna, Turri Federica, Grande Silverio, Biffani Stefano
Simulation of mating plans by optimal contribution selection in Camosciata delle Alpi goats

379

Bertolini Francesca, Munarini Filippo, Schiavo Giuseppina, Bovo Samuele, Dall’olio Stefania, Jessica Maranzani, Massimo Bonacini, Fontanesi Luca
Genomic characterisation of Varzese: an iconic dual-purpose autochthonous cattle breed

387

Graziani Silvia, Cipolat-Gotet Claudio, Stocco Giorgia, Biffani Stefano, Valoppi Davide, Tedeschi Irene, Bozzi Riccardo, Fabbri Maria Chiara, Sirtori Francesco, Grande Silverio, Castiglioni Bianca, Tiezzi Francesco
Effect of breed and season on productivity, quality and dairy efficiency of two Italian dairy sheep breeds

412

Perini Francesco, Bordini Martina, Mancinelli Cartoni Alice, Soglia Dominga, Schiavone Achille, Cendron Filippo, Mugnai Cecilia, Mattioli Simona, Castellini Cesare, Lasagna Emiliano, Zappaterra Martina, Penasa Mauro
WGCNA analysis elucidates pathways involved in fatty acids biosynthesis in local chickens

418

Floridia Viviana, Bionda Arianna, Arias Katherine Daniela, Virga Antonino Nazareno, Crepaldi Paola, Liotta Luigi, Barbato Mario
Genomic insights on the history and selection trajectories of the local goat breed Comune di Sicilia

426

Bionda Arianna, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Liotta Luigi, Floridia Viviana, Cortellari Matteo, Crepaldi Paola, Attard George
Genomic characterization of the Maltese cattle breed

428

Lazzari Filippo, Scarpino Paolo, Danieli Pier Paolo, Cresta Eleonora, Manganello Federico
A study on instrumental insemination in Apis mellifera ligustica Spin. as a tool for conservation strategies of the Italian honey bee.

500

Danieli Pier Paolo, Di Prisco Gennaro, Manganello Federico, Ricchiuti Luciano, Terriaca Riccardo, Lazzari Filippo
Behavioural and productive traits of Italian honey bee (Apis mellifera ligustica Spin.) colonies: results of a survey among beekeepers in some Central Italy regions

502

Floridia Viviana, Dettori Maria Luisa, Pazzola Michele, Barbato Mario
Architecture and Function of Ancestral Genomic Components in Hybrid Livestock Populations: the Sardo-Modicana case

544

Luongo Flavio, Fontana Cecilia, Pascarella Lorenzo, Fioretti Mauro, Melilli Caterina, Matassino Donato, Negrini Riccardo
Quality Control procedures in BNZ Biobanking: Scope and Outcomes

547

Sartore Stefano, Cannizzo Francesca Tiziana, Caracappa Santo, Moretti Riccardo, Pittarello Marco, Profiti Margherita, Sacchi Paola
Characterization of the Cinisara chain in northwest Sicily

575

Delledonne Andrea, Maltecca Christian, Tiezzi Francesco, Punturiero Chiara, Strillacci Maria Giuseppina, Bagnato Alessandro
How alternative models affect resilience indicators in dairy cattle

576

MONOGASTRIC NUTRITION

Pugliese Gianluca, Losacco Caterina, Passantino Letizia, Tarricone Simona Tarricone, Schiavitto Michele, Laudadio Vito, Tufarelli Vincenzo
Red lentil screening by-product inclusion in rabbit diet: effects in growth traits, meat quality and gut health

043

Losacco Caterina, Pugliese Gianluca, Passantino Letizia, Ceci Edmondo, Giannico Francesco, Schiavitto Michele, Laudadio Vito, Tufarelli Vincenzo
Horehound (Marrubium vulgare L.) as a feed additive affects the productive traits, serum antioxidants, digestive enzymes, intestinal bacterial counts, and gut morphology of growing rabbits

044

Guerrini Alessandro, Del Zozzo Francesca, Muscatello Luisa Vera, Serra Valentina, Harper Valeria, Fiorini Lorenzo, Carlu Claire, Chabrillat Thibaut, Tedesco Doriana 
Bioactive compounds from Silybum marianum L. and Cynara cardunculus scolymus L. improve the well-being of laying hens: preliminary data

066

Fiorilla Edoardo, Ferrocino Ilario, Gariglio Marta, Gai Francesco, Zambotto Valeria, Ozella Laura, Franciosa Irene, Giribaldi Marzia, Raspa Federica, Cappone Eleonora Erika, Sferra Chiara, Capucchio Maria Teresa, Achille Schiavone
Exploring the impact of alternative dietary proteins on growth performance, gut health and microbiota in Bianca di Saluzzo chickens

119

Tignani Maria Vittoria, Secci Giulia, Pulido-Rodríguez Lina, Addeo Nicola Francesco, Tucciarone Isabella, Lanzieri Maria Rosaria, Parisi Giuliana
Effect of cannabidiol dietary supplementation on the fatty acid profile of rabbit liver

127

Fatica Antonella, Pastorelli Grazia, Tedesco Doriana, Serra Valentina, Simeonidis Kalliroi, Guerrini Alessandro, Todini Luca, Fantuz Francesco, Salimei Elisabetta
Preliminary assessment of chemical and nutritional value, and biomass production of an area in Centre-South Italy grazed by equines

142

Tedesco Doriana, Guerrini Alessandro, Cambal Hera Jedd, Daulenkhan Ayaulym, Andriantsoa Ny Ivo Hasina Haniel, Marzorati Stefania
Larch wood waste: a functional fiber for late gestating and lactating sows

151

Santoru Matteo, Muñoz-Grein Jennifer, Latorre Maria Angeles, Pinotti Luciano, Rossi Luciana, Alvarez-Rodriguez Javier
In vitro and in vivo nutrient digestibility of a pig diet enriched with Yucca schidigera extract

192

Kiatti Dieu Donné, Musco Nadia, Montefusco Teresa, Ferrara Maria, Calabrò Serena 
In vitro two-step evaluation of pineapple, cashew and mango waste for pig nutrition

282

Frazzini Sara, Rizzi Nicoletta, Fifi Anna Paola, Canala Benedetta, Dell’anno Matteo, Rossi Luciana 
Functional activity and anti-inflammatory response of Fucus vesiculosus on mouse peritoneal macrophages

342

Danese Tommaso, Bonaglia Adeline, Penzillo Noemi, Properzi Elisa, Simoni Marica, Valle Emanuela, Martuzzi Francesca, Righi Federico
The use of sieve fecal particle separator to preliminarily evaluate Dry matter digestibility in Horse

394

Trabalza Marinucci Massimo, Mecocci Samanta, D’ambra Katia, Pietrucci Daniele, Acuti Gabriele, Minelli Giovanna, Cappelli Katia, Forte Claudio, Tabasso Silvia, Lo Fiego Domenico Pietro 
Intestinal microbiota evaluation in finishing pigs fed hazelnut skins

447

Tedesco Doriana, Guerrini Alessandro, Cambal Hera Jedd, Daulenkhan Ayaulym, Andriantsoa Ny Ivo Hasina Haniel, Marzorati Stefania, La Porta Caterina 
Effets of larch wood waste supplementation on fecal microbiota of late gestating and lactating sows

538

PHYSIOLOGY AND REPRODUCTION

Bornaghi Valeria, Galli Andrea, Pozzato Giulia
Quality control in boar semen production

089

Bornaghi Valeria, Galli Andrea, Paoli Laura, Vanni Roberta, Frabetti Andrea, Fornasini Daniela
Feasibility of using frozen semen in rabbit breeding

094

Matera Roberta, Calanni Macchio Alfio, Bruno Francesco, Lombardi Alessia, Aragona Francesca, Piscopo Nadia, Longobardi Valentina
Conception influences reproductive dynamics and lactation characteristics in primiparous Mediterranean buffalo

179

Zaniboni Luisa, Lopez Annalaura, Madeddu Manuela, Tognoli Cristina, Moretti Vittorio Maria, Marelli Stefano, Perricone Vera, Iaffaldano Nicolaia, Cerolini Silvia
Lipid profile in chicken sperm of Italian chicken breeds

289

Molè Concetta, Cavallo Carmelo, Torrisi Concetta, Trieste Valeria, Emmanuele Giovanni, Visalli Rosanna, Scalisi Marco I, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Liotta Luigi
Heat stress impacts metabolism and milk quality of Ragusano donkey

449

Lopreiato Vincenzo, Sfulcini Marta, Cavallo Carmelo, Trevisi Erminio, Liotta Luigi, Minuti Andrea
Relationship between residual energy intake in Holstein calves, their performance, and milk yield during the first lactation

503

PRECISION FARMING

Giannuzzi Diana, Rovetta Carlo, Bisutti Vittoria, Pegolo Sara, Arazi Alon, Katz Gil, Trevisi Erminio, Mele Marcello, Gallo Luigi, Mota Lucio Flavio Macedo, Schiavon Stefano, Cecchinato Alessio
Variations in individual feed intake predicted by a 3D accelerometer in dairy cows

083

Aquilani Chiara, Confessore Andrea, Cecchini Valentina, Bovolenta Stefano, Simonetti Emilio, Pugliese Carolina
Virtual Fencing learning retention in dairy cows after 3 months of non-use

131

Scalera Grazia, Masucci Felicia, Sannino Maura, Serrapica Francesco, Di Francia Antonio, De Rosa Giuseppe
Adaptation and growth performance of buffalo calves in an automatic feeding system with individual pens

268

Malizzi Tiziano, Senatore Elena, Silvi Alina, Zucca Giovanni, Finocchi Matteo, Mantino Alberto, Turini Luca, Mele Marcello
Using smart collars to assess heat stress impacts on dairy cows

324

Cabassi Giovanni, Benedini Dario, Gambale Claudia, Monteggia Larisa, Monti Lucia, Pelizzola Valeria, Gasparini Andrea, Povolo Milena
Study of alpine pasture exploitation by coupling GPS trackers and activometers

344

Biagini Davide, Blandino Massimo, Careddu Andrea, Dinuccio Elio, Garolini Daniele, Meloni Raffaele, Pelissetti Simone, Rollè Luca, Scapino Mattia, Verna Riccardo, Lazzaroni Carla
Effect of fertiliser variable rate control on quality of wheat forage

370

Confessore Andrea, Aquilani Chiara, Bianco Emanuele, De Guttry Luca, Sirtori Francesco, Pugliese Carolina
Virtual Fencing and Remote Sensing: Improve the herd management of dairy cows on alpine pasture

471

Paolino Rosanna, Sabia Emilio, Ventura Gennaro, Vignozzi Luca, Riviezzi Amelia Maria, Claps Salvatore, Di Trana Adriana, Braghieri Ada
Use of remote images for natural pasture biomass prediction in sheep pre-grazing

484

Canali Elisabetta, Pesenti Rossi Gaia, Barbieri Sara, Azzolari Mattias, Minero Michela, Dalla Costa Emanuela
Use of Infrared thermography to monitor calf health and welfare

507

D’Alessandro Enrico, Barbato Mario, Floridia Viviana, Liotta Luigi, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Cassandro Martino, Ciardella Giorgio, Nardone Mario, Cicagna Iosef, Valentini Riccardo, Coppola Valerio, Ruggeri Federico, Melilli Caterina, Nardone Alessandro, Negrini Riccardo
InnovaRe: Exploring Innovative Phenotyping for a Smarter Flock

529

Mantovani Giorgia, Simoni Marica, Danese Tommaso, Boldrin Gloria, Pitino Rosario, Righi Federico
Assessing the potential of portable NIR spectroscopy to evaluate the net energy content for lactation of hay forages for dairy cattle

536

Barbato Mario, Floridia Viviana, Liotta Luigi, D’Alessandro Enrico, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Cassandro Martino, Ciardella Giorgio, Nardone Mario, Cicagna Iosef, Valentini Riccardo, Coppola Valerio, Ruggeri Federico, Melilli Caterina, Nardone Alessandro, Negrini Riccardo
Exploring Novel Phenotypes in Cattle within Extensive Farming Systems: The InnovaRe Project

542

Gaspa Giustino, Laura Falchi, Cesarani Alberto, Ferrari Carolina, Negrini Riccardo, Macciotta Nicolò
Across breeds variability of resilience indicators based on daily automatic milk system data

564

Ledda Antonello, Azzena Margherita Domenica Giovanna, Castangia Francesca, Cannas Antonello, Atzori Alberto Stanislao
APPàre, Sensors and software in decision support systems for the Sardinian dairy sheep farmers

571

PRODUCTION SYSTEMS

Rapetti Luca, Battelli Marco, Gambarini Giulia, Colombini Stefania, Pavesi Martina, Menni Giorgio, Dai Xiaoxia, Crovetto Matteo, Schiavon Stefano N, Galassi Gianluca
Two different feeding systems in fattening heavy pigs: performance and nitrogen balance

085

Sirtori Francesco, Parrini Silvia, Aquilani Chiara, Confessore Andrea, Bozzi Riccardo, Dibari Camilla, Argenti Giovanni, De Guttry Luca, Pugliese Carolina
Finishing of beef cattle on pasture: effects on performance and meat quality

141

Tanganelli Costanza, Parrini Silvia, Moretti Maria Vittoria, De Guttry Luca, Confessore Andrea, Solinas Stefania, Sirtori Francesco, Dibari Camilla, Pugliese Carolina
The potential effectiveness of innovative practices in livestock and permanent pasture management: stakeholder responses

327

Carboni Maria Rosaria, Frongia Andrea, Salis Lorenzo, Acciaro Marco, Decandia Mauro, Sitzia Maria
Effects of weaning strategies on the average daily gain of Dorper-Sarda F1 lambs

376

Ripamonti Alice, Acciaro Marco, Decandia Mauro, Frongia Andrea, Mantino Alberto, Mele Marcello
Challenges and opportunities in using the n-alkane technique to determine cattle diet in agrosilvopastoral systems

413

Creatini Susy, Salari Federica, Roncoroni Cristina, Brajon Giovanni, Martini Mina
Integrating animal welfare and milk monitoring: a preliminary analysis of farm management and efficiency prediction

438

Sechi Gian Simone, Atzori Alberto Stanislao
A twenty year dairy cattle farm evolution, technical and managerial aspect

557

RUMINANT NUTRITION

Stefanon Bruno, Cecchini Valentina, Sgorlon Sandy, Colitti Monica
Variation in the faecal microbiota of deer in relation to the hunting area in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region

115

Oteri Marianna, Calderone Francesca, Armone Rosangela, Maio Aurora, La Malfa Tommaso, Scavo Aurelio, Scordia Danilo, Chiofalo Biagina, Gresta Fabio
Rhizobium inoculation in forage legumes intercropped with cereal for ruminant feeding

139

Menni Giorgio, Rapetti Luca, Pavesi Martina, Dai Xiaoxia, Battelli Marco, Giudice Filippo, Galassi Gianluca, Crovetto Matteo, Colombini Stefania
Addition of feed additives to stimulate alternative metabolic pathways through methane reduction

206

Catellani Alessandro, Fiorbelli Erica, Moschini Maurizio, Gallo Antonio
Effect of different RDP/RUP ratios on productive performances, feeding behavior, and nitrogen efficiency of high-yielding dairy cows

207

Bettini Stefano, Perini Francesco, Colombi Daniele, Ghilardi Marco, Trabalza Marinucci Massimo, Lasagna Emiliano
The effect on productive performance of a Saccharomyces cerevisiae postbiotic inclusion in the finishing diet of Chianina bullock

241

Scalera Grazia, Serrapica Francesco, Sannino Maura, Faugno Salvatore, Di Francia Antonio, Lambiase Claudia, De Rosa Giuseppe, Masucci Felicia
Sustainable feed source from ensiled peanut crop residues

272

Errico Michela, Catellani Alessandro, Gallo Antonio, Rocchetti Gabriele
High throughput UHPLC-HRMS method for the detection of purines derivatives as biomarkers of nitrogen efficiency in dairy cows

275

Piccirillo Barbara, Ponte Marialetizia, Pipi Marianna, Bonanno Adriana, Calabrò Serena
Hedysarum coronarium L.: an undiscovered forage resource for sheep feeding

284

Sandrini Silvia, Perricone Vera, Stranieri Angelica, Pea Alessia, Cenati Clara, Paltrinieri Saverio, Savoini Giovanni, Agazzi Alessandro
Influence of Enniatin B on performance and metabolic profile in dairy cow

320

Agazzi Alessandro, Sandrini Silvia, Perricone Vera, Cremonesi Paola, Castiglioni Bianca, Valenti Irene, Pea Alessia, Cenati Clara, Pasquali Matias
Fecal Microbiota Shifts in Dairy Cows Consuming Enniatin B-Contaminated Diets

325

Lambiase Claudia, Calabrò Serena, Scalera Grazia, Vastolo Alessandro, Masucci Felicia, Di Francia Antonio, Serrapica Francesco
Feeding livestock with leftovers: exploring the potential of dry pasta residue

326

Petrocchi Jasinski Francesca, Evangelista Chiara, Basiricò Loredana, Meo Zilio David, Iacurto Miriam, Steri Roberto, Bernabucci Umberto
Effects of the Rufo® supplement on enteric methane emissions in lactating Italian Mediterranean buffaloes, measured with a laser methane detector (LMD)

391

Spina Anna Antonella, Grande Raffaella, Perri Alessia, Granato Martina, Britti Domenico, Morittu Valeria Maria
Total mixed ration in calf weaning: long-term effects on heifer performance

421

Porcu Maria Angela, Ledda Antonello, Duras Bardilio, Mattu Andrea, Ruggiu Enrico, Formigoni Andrea, Cannas Antonello
Effect of different feeding sequences of soybean meal on lactating dairy ewes fed ryegrass rich in water-soluble carbohydrates

464

Fancello Francesco, Fresu Mirko, Nieddu Lidia Nicoletta, Zara Severino, Gallo Antonio, Mastroeni Carmelo, Atzori Alberto Stanislao
Investigation of the microbiological, physico-chemical, and fermentative quality of Baled Silage produced in Sardinia

466

Altomonte Iolanda, Salari Federica, Vivo Tiziana, Ceccherelli Valeria, Martini Mina
Fat formulation of cow milk replacers affects nutrient fecal excretions of dairy calves

476

Evangelista Chiara, Petrocchi Jasinski Francesca, Basiricò Loredana, Vitali Andrea, Grossi Giampiero, Rossi Chiara, Turriziani Giovanni, Lacetera Nicola, Bernabucci Umberto
Effect of green forage on the particle size of rations in buffaloes and its influence on sorting ability

491

Federiconi Alessia, Veroni Laura, Ghiaccio Francesca, Canestrari Giorgia, Indio Valentina, De Cesare Alessandra, Formigoni Andrea, Palmonari Alberto
Characterization of rumen-fecal microbiota in dairy cows with different productive performances

520

De Angelis Daria Zoe, Pompei Luigi, Giammarco Melania, Cipriani Marcella, Cortesi Francesco, Rossi Emanuela, Podaliri Michele, Iannetti Luigi, Fusaro Isa
Effect of different feeding regimens on fattening, carcass traits and meat quality of old Bergamasca sheep for arrosticini production: preliminary results

528

Primi Riccardo, Danieli Pier Paolo, Ferri Michele, Cellitti Francesca, Bottoni Irene, Napoli Francesco, Boselli Carlo, Spina Raffaello, Ronchi Bruno
Feeding teff (Eragrostis tef) to lactating dairy sheep: a forage option in the Mediterranean basin

537

Lunesu Mondina Francesca, Nudda Anna, Carta Silvia, Fenu Antonio, Rubattu Roberto, Battacone Gianni
Effect of starch source in finishing diets on carcass and meat quality of culling Sarda ewes

548

Danieli Pier Paolo, Fiore Leonardo, Lazzari Filippo, Primi Riccardo, Manganello Federico, Natoli Vincenzo, Ronchi Bruno
Application of Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) for the compositional assessment of teff hay

555

Silvestrelli Simone, Ghiaccio Francesca, Cavallini Damiano, Bongiovanni Jenny, Toni Fausto, Formigoni Andrea
Nutritional characterization and variability of different livestock feed used in the national feed industry

560

Capasso Giambattista, Rosati Leonardo, Perna Anna Maria
Effect of the weather pattern of two consecutive years on the floristic composition and on the quantitative-qualitative production of the forage phytomass of a summer pasture of the Southern Apennines

561

SUSTAINABILITY

Benzoni Lorenzo, Finocchiaro Raffaella, Layton Jonathan, Visentin Giulio, Dorigo Martina, Tiezzi Francesco, Marusi Maurizio, Bracchi Alessandro, Bonacina Greta, Zucali Maddalena, Gislon Giulia, Vitali Andrea, Rossi Chiara, Grossi Giampiero, Lacetera Nicola, Cassandro Martino
A holistic approach for monitoring the environmental sustainability of the Italian Holstein cattle population

067

Sabia Emilio, Braghieri Ada, Paolino Rosanna, Vignozzi Luca, Di Trana Adriana, Cosentino Carlo, Freschi Pierangelo, Pacelli Corrado
Circular animal feed: environmental impact of by-products in diet of dairy animals

134

Gabriele Sara, Lorenzi Valentina, Roccaro Mariana, Peli Angelo, Gallese Simone, Liberati Giorgia, Pennellini Sara, Mattacchione Federica, Bonoli Alessandra, Fusi Francesca, Bertocchi Luigi
Study of the relationship between animal welfare and environmental impact in Italian dairy cattle farms

173

Froldi Federico, Dall’Asta Margherita, Moschini Maurizio, Gallo Antonio, Rossi Filippo, Negrini Riccardo, Trevisi Erminio
Life cycle assessment of cow milk production: how to transfer results in different nutritional functional units

180

Scaglia Elena, Sergi Valeria, Giagnoni Laura, Casini David, Chiaramonti David, Giulia Ferronato, Gilioli Gianni, Caprarulo Valentina
Impact of in feed biochar supplementation on GHG and ammonia emissions from manure produced by Holstein calves

186

Di Rosa Ambra, Falqui Luciano, Perrone Giuseppe, Di Bella Daniele, Saitto Nicola, Chiofalo Vincenzo
Microalgae deriving from the biochemical conversion of CO2 as innovative and sustainable sources of functional additives in laying hen diets. The GREEN-EGG project

212

Goldaraz-Salamero Nuria, Sierra-Perez Jorge, Blanc Simone, Brun Filippo
Rethinking livestock feeds with hazelnut by-products: a Life Cycle thinking approach

232

Azzena Margherita Domenica Giovanna, Mussolino Claudio, Atzori Marco, Todde Giuseppe, Sole Stefania, Todde Giorgio, Attardi Emiliano, Carrus Mariangela, Buttu Giangavino, Atzori Alberto Stanislao
Analysis of sustainability and digitisation in member companies of the CAO Cooperative of Oristano

310

Costamagna Chiara, Blanc Simone, Agradi Stella, Mugnai Cecilia, Forte Claudio, Cullere Marco, Borra Danielle, Merlino Valentina Maria
The Italian rabbit sector: analysis of competitive sustainability strategies

361

Pompei Luigi, De Angelis Daria Zoe, Jalal Hassan, Fusaro Isa, Prasinou Paraskevi, Tavaniello Siria, Perna Anna Maria, Vignola Giorgio, Giammarco Melania
Inclusion of grape pomace in dairy ewes diets: effects on milk production and methane mitigation potential

410

Rossi Chiara, Grossi Giampiero, Vitali Andrea, Lacetera Nicola
Enteric methane emissions in organic Brown Swiss cows

422

Cavallini Damiano, Lamanna Martina, Colleluori Riccardo, Silvestrelli Simone, De Matos Vettori Julio, Buonaiuto Giovanni, Romanzin Alberto, Formigoni Andrea
Advancing methane detection in dairy cows during robotic milking: insights from enhanced laser and sniffer techniques

493

Tolone Marco, Lopreiato Vincenzo, Liotta Luigi, Chiofalo Vincenzo, Praticò Salvatore, D’urso Provvidenza, Modica Giuseppe
Monitoring the greenhouse gas emissions in dairy cattle farms. The MITIgA project

511

Dinuccio Elio, Aimè Chiara, Angiulli Francesco Alessandro, Biagini Davide, Braghieri Alessandro, Brunoldi Matteo, Calzaferri Simone, Dela Pierre Flavia, Dondi Daniele, Finco Linda, Giannandrea Giulia, Guida Roberto, Kameswaran Nithish Kumar, Mandelli Beatrice, Montagna Paolo, Riccardi Cristina, Salvini Paola, Vai Ilaria, Vadivel Dhanalakshmi, Vitulo Paolo, Arena Maria Cristina
An innovative system for enteric methane recovery

527

Sarkar Drishti, Rossi Chiara, Grossi Giampiero, Primi Riccardo, Vitali Andrea, Lacetera Nicola
Dynamics of greenhouse gases in central Italian meadows: a high-resolution analysis using LI-COR gas analyzers

563

Pompei Luigi, Jalal Hassan, Fusaro Isa, Tavaniello Siria, Perna Anna Maria, Maiorano Giuseppe, Alessandro Gramenzi, Giammarco Melania
In vitro evaluation of digestibility, gas and methane production from winery by-products

568

WELFARE, HEALTH AND BEHAVIOUR

Maria Levrino Gustavo
Effects of enriched cage design on the welfare and behavior of breeding does

022

Massacci Francesca Romana, Cucco Lucilla, Albini Elisa, Blasi Francesca, Di Gregorio Alessandra, Orsini Serenella, Petrin Sara, Peruzzo Arianna, Paniccià Marta, Magistrali Chiara Francesca
Genomic analysis of Streptococcus canis and S. dysgalactiae subsp. equisimilis from different hosts in Italy 2004-2021: antimicrobial resistance and virulence profiles.

140

Longobardi Consiglia, Bifulco Giovanna, Pacelli Gianmaria, Ciarcia Roberto, Salzano Angela, Damiano Sara, Campanile Giuseppe
Effects of breeding techniques on animal welfare in rural areas

163

Castellani Simona, Mecocci Samanta, Bernabucci Umberto, Rampacci Elisa, Giovagnoli Stefano, Basiricò Loredana, Cappelli Katia, Lacetera Nicola
Effects of bovine milk extracellular vesicles on the oxidative and inflammatory status of bovine mammary and porcine intestinal epithelial cells

175

Rocchetti Gabriele, Errico Michela, Milanesi Marco, De Paula Nogueira Guilherme, Garcia Josè Fernando, Ajmone Marsan Paolo
Untargeted metabolomic analysis of heat stress response in indicine and taurine cattle

177

Ozella Laura, Pittarello Marco, Barzolai Clementina, Tarantola Martina
Effects of grazing adaptation on Italian Pezzata Rossa metabolism

182

Caroprese Mariangela, Marino Rosaria, De Devitiis Biagia, Pipi Marianna, Badalamenti Rosario, Maggiolino Aristide, Forte Lucrezia, Russo Ilaria, De Palo Pasquale, Di Grigoli Antonino, Prosperi Maurizio, Albenzio Marzia
Perspectives of Citrus essential oil as feed in sheep farming

279

Lorenzi Valentina, Valli Giulia, Archetti Ivonne, Tempini Michele, Gabriele Sara, Bernardo Tiziano, Sangalli Elena, Monaci Claudio, Salogni Cristian, Maisano Antonio Marco, Scali Federico, Ambra Chiara Denise, Vecchio Domenico, Stefania Bergagna, Barberio Antonio, Fusi Francesca, Bertocchi Luigi
Welfare conditions of replacement calves and surplus calves in dairy farms in Northern Italy

281

Belperio Simona, Martelli Giovanna, Nannoni Eleonora, Meneguz Marco, Sardi Luca
Black Soldier Fly Meal and Oil: effects of novel feed sources on growth traits and welfare in fattening pigs

319

Frongia Andrea, Acciaro Marco, Giovanetti Valeria, Serra Gabriella, Cabiddu Andrea, Sitzia Maria, Decandia Mauro
THI as an alert tool for decline in milk production in grazing Sarda sheep

321

Moretti Riccardo, Ponzo Enrico, Cuccato Matteo, Profiti Margherita, Divari Sara, Chessa Stefania, Cannizzo Francesca Tiziana, Sacchi Paola
MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry profiling to investigate subclinical mastitis in dairy cows

334

Carè Sara, Crisà Alessandra, Marchitelli Cinzia, Scatà Maria Carmela, Signorelli Federica, Calì Massimo, Meo Zilio David, Pulcini Domitilla, Capoccioni Fabrizio, Bochicchio Davide, De Matteis Giovanna
European partnership on animal health and welfare-EUPAHW

456

Greppi Martina, Raspa Federica, Cavallini Damiano, Odore Rosangela, Gnudi Giacomo, Cavallo Andrea, Bertuglia Andrea, Valle Emanuela
Horse welfare assessment: the parameters to consider in pain evaluation

473

Pesenti Rossi Gaia, Boldrin Gloria, Barbieri Sara, Dalla Costa Emanuela, Minero Michela, Canali Elisabetta
Effect of Pair-Housing on the reactivity of pre-weaned dairy calves

508

Correddu Fabio, Carta Silvia, Lunesu Mondina Francesca, Cadau Giordana, Battacone Gianni, Pulina Giuseppe, Nudda Anna
Effect of dietary inclusion of cocoa bean shells on behaviour indicators of animal welfare in Sardo-bruna cattle breed

510

Visentin Giulio, Colleluori Riccardo, Buonaiuto Giovanni, Costa Angela, Mammi Ludovica Maria Eugenia, Palmonari Alberto, Cavallini Damiano, Formigoni Andrea
Effect of different THI metrics on milk yield and quality attributes of Holstein cows using robot milking data

553