Hill Farm Research Station
 
Sidney M. DeRouen, Ph.D.
Animal Scientist - Beef Breeding & Management

 

Mailing Address:
Hill Farm Research Station
11959 Hwy 9  
Homer, LA 71040      
Email: sderouen@agcenter.lsu.edu
Telephone: 318-927-2578 
Fax:  318-927-9505 

Date joined LSU Agricultural Center: June, 1991

Summary of Responsibilities:

Beef cattle project leader. Supervision of the management of beef research herd along with overseeing the upkeep and utilization of land, equipment, supplies, and facilities related to the beef herd and beef research projects.

Education:

B.S.- Animal Science - Louisiana State University
M. S. Animal Science - Breeding & Genetics - Louisiana State University
Ph.D. Animal Science - Breeding & Genetics - Louisiana State University

Previous Employment and Work Experience:

1995-Present
Associate Professor - Louisiana State University, Hill Farm Research Station, Homer, LA

1991-1995
Assistant Professor - Louisiana State University, Hill Farm Research Station, Homer, LA

1990-1991
Assistant-in-Animal Science - North Florida Research & Education Center, Quincy, FL

1987-1990
Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Animal Science, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA

1984-1987
Research Associate, Department of Dairy Science, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA

1982-1983
Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Animal Science, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA

1979-1981
Research Associate, Department of Entomology, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA
 

Membership in Professional Honor Organizations

  1. American Forage and Grassland Council
  2. American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists
  3. American Society of Animal Science
  4. Claiborne Parish Cattlemen's Association
  5. Gamma Sigma Delta Honorary Fraternity (Louisiana State University Chapter)
  6. Louisiana Cattlemen's Association
  7. Louisiana Forage and Grassland Council
  8. Sigma Xi Scientific Research Society (Louisiana State University Chapter)
CURRENT RESEARCH PROJECT REPORTS AND ACTIVITIES:
2920 Alternative Crossbreeding for Beef Production in Louisiana
3335 Effects of Silvopastoral Practices on Timber, Forage, and Livestock Production in Commercial Pine Plantations.
3339 Influence of Grazing Methods and Fertilizer Sources on Bermudagrass Pastures for Grazing Stocker Calves.
Field Day Summaries Beef Summaries
PUBLICATIONS:

Articles in Refereed Journals:

  1. DeRouen, S. M., W. A. Nipper, A. S. Achacoso, R. W. Adkinson, and J. L. Hafley. 1988. Evaluation of protein supplements for dairy heifers fed corn silage or hay supplemented with ryegrass grazing. Nutrition Rep. Inter. 37(5):1037-1045.
  2. DeRouen S. M. and D. E. Franke. 1989. Effects of sire breed, breed type, and age and weight at breeding on calving rate and date in beef heifers first exposed at three ages. J. Animal Sci. 67:1128-1137.
  3. DeRouen, S. M., Jeffery W. Moss, and Donald E. Franke. 1989. Using a computer simulation program for animal breeding instruction. NACTA J. 33 (2): 72-74.
  4. DeRouen, S. M., D. L. Prichard, F. S. Baker, Jr., and R. L. Stanley. Jr. 1991. Cool-season annuals for supplementing perennial pasture on beef cow-calf productivity. J. Prod. Agric. 4:481-485.
  5. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, T. D. Bidner, and D. C. Blouin. 1992. Two-, three-, and four-breed rotational crossbreeding of beef cattle: Carcass traits. J. Animal Sci. 70:3665-3676
  6. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, T. D. Bidner, and D. C. Blouin. 1992. Direct and maternal genetic effects for carcass traits in beef cattle. J. Animal Sci. 70:3677-3685.
  7. DeRouen, S. M., J. W. Knox, B. B. Greene, and J. M. Turpin. 1993. Performance of yearling and weanling cattle grazing bermudagrass with a self-limiting protein supplement. J. Prod. Agric. 6:419-422.
  8. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, D. G. Morrison, W. E. Wyatt, D. F. Coombs, T. W. White, P. E. Humes, and B. B. Greene. 1994. Prepartum body condition and weight influences on reproductive performance of first-calf beef cows. J. Anim. Sci. 72:1119-1125.
  9. DeRouen, S. M., L. D. Foil, J. W. Knox, and J. M. Turpin. 1995. Horn fly (Diptera:Muscidae) control and weight gains of yearling beef cattle. J. Econ. Entomol. 88: 666-668.
  10. DeRouen, S. M., D. L. Prichard, T. M. Marshall, D. D. Hargrove, R. L. West, and T. A. Olson. 1996. Creep feeding, preweaning zeranol implants, and breed type on feedlot performance and carcass characteristics of beef steers. Tropical Agriculture 73:(1): 56-61.
  11. Coombs, D. F., D. W. Sanson, W. A. Nipper, A. F. Loyacano, and S. M. DeRouen.  1997. Performance and carcass data of steers finished on either ammoniated or nonammoniated corn, sorghum, or wheat silage.  Prof. Anim. Sci.  3(4):176-181.
  12. Foil, L. D., G. R. Strother, J. A. Hawkins, S. J. Gross, D. F. Coombs, S. M. DeRouen, W. E. Wyatt, L. K. Kuykendall, and B. G. Spears, Jr.  1998.  The use of Ivomec® (Ivermectin) pour-on and permethrin ear tags for horn fly control.  Southwestern Entomologist 23(4):317-323.
  13. Byford, R. L., M. E. Craig, S. M. DeRouen, M. D. Kimball, D. G. Morrison, W. E. Wyatt, and L. D. Foil.  1999.  Influence of insecticide treatments on resistance in the Horn Fly (Dipteria:Muscidae).  Inter. J. Parasitology.  29:125-135.
Refereed Bulletins:
  1. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, H. D. Chapman, and T. O. McRae. 1989. Reproductive performance of beef heifers first exposed to calve at 24, 30, or 36 months. La. Agric. Exp. Sta. Bull. No. 818.
  2. Coombs, D. F., D. G. Morrison, D. E. Franke, S. M. DeRouen, W. E. Wyatt, T. W. White, P. E. Humes, B. B. Greene, and J. M. Gillespie. 1996. Body condition and winter supplementation effect on weight change and reproduction in spring-calving beef heifers. Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station Bulletin No. 853.
Other Refereed Publications:
  1. Burns, E. C., S. M. DeRouen, J. C. Carpenter, Jr., L. I. Smart, and J. M. Perkins. 1979. Ear tags used to control horn flies on cattle. Louisiana Agriculture 23 (3):3,24.
  2. DeRouen, S. M. and D. E. Franke. 1988. Influences on first exposure fertility of replacement beef heifers. Louisiana Agriculture 32(1):4,5,23.
  3. Franke, D. E., T. O. McRae, and S. M. DeRouen. 1990. A comparison of sire breeds for mating to first-calf heifers. Louisiana Agriculture 33(3): 14-15.
  4. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, T. D. Bidner, and T. O. McRae. 1992. Crossbreeding improves growth and carcass traits of beef steers. Louisiana Agriculture. 35(4): 14-17.
  5. DeRouen, S. M., J. W. Knox, B. B. Greene, and J. M. Turpin. 1994. Use of self-limiting protein supplement for cattle on bermudagrass pastures. Louisiana Agriculture. 37(2):11-13.
  6. DeRouen, S. M., J. M. Turpin, and A. R. Williams. 1995. Annual rye and ryegrass pastures for postweaning development of beef replacement heifers. Louisiana Agriculture. 38(3):7.
  7. Foil, L.D., S.M. DeRouen, D.G. Morrison. 1996. Economic benefits of horn fly control for beef production: Fall-calving cows and stocker cattle. Louisiana Agriculture 39(No. 2):12,13.
  8. DeRouen, S.M., D.E. Franke, D.G. Morrison, D.F. Coombs, W.E. Wyatt, T.W. White, P.E. Humes, B.B. Greene, and J.M. Gillespie. 1997. Winter supplementation and body condition influences on reproductive performance of first-calf beef heifers. 1997 Louisiana Beef Research Report pp. 45-48.
  9. Foil, L.D., S.M. DeRouen, D.G. Morrison. 1997. Horn fly control for beef production: Fall-calving cows and summer-grazing stocker cattle. 1997 Louisiana Beef Research Report pp. 83-85.
  10. Turpin, J.M., S.M. DeRouen, and A.R. Williams. 1997. Use of cool-season annual pastures for postweaning growth and reproductive performance of Brahman-influenced heifers. 1997 Louisiana Beef Research Report pp. 33-36.
  11. Nickerson, Stephen C., William E. Owens, Sidney M. DeRouen, Richard L. Boddie, Grant M. Tomita, John M. Turpin, and S. P. Galphin.  1998.  Tail tags reduce fly populations, incidence of mastitis in beef cows.  Louisiana Agriculture.  41(No. 1):31.
  12. DeRouen, Sidney M., Daren D. Redfearn, and Jerry D. Ward.  1998.  Stocker calves and bermudagrass: How feed additives and fertilizer sources affect performance.  Louisiana Agriculture. 41 (No. 3):8-9.
Research Papers Presented at Annual Meetings of Professional Societies:
  1. Franke, D. E., S. M. DeRouen, and S. E. Martin. 1983. Milk yield and composition changes in beef cows. J. Animal Sci. 57 (Suppl. 1) :61 (Abstr.).
  2. DeRouen, S. M. and D. E. Franke. 1984. Reproductive performance of first- and second- exposure beef females. J. Animal Sci. 59 (Suppl. 1): 56 (Abstr.).
  3. DeRouen S. M., W. A. Nipper, A. S. Achacoso, and R. W. Adkinson. 1986. The effect of protein supplementation on average daily gain and condition score of yearling heifers on ryegrass pasture. J. Dairy Sci. 69 (Suppl. 1): 229 (Abstr.).
  4. Coombs, D. F., W. A. Nipper, B. D. Nelson, A. M. Saxton, J. L. Kreider, and S. M.
  5. DeRouen. 1986. An evaluation of ammoniated and non-ammoniated corn, grain sorghum and wheat silage for beef production. J. Animal Sci. 63 (Suppl. 1):82 (Abstr.).
  6. Franke, D. E. and S. M. DeRouen. 1987. Breed of sire, breed type, and age at first exposure influences on calving rate in beef heifers. J. Animal Sci. 65 (Suppl. 1): 426 (Abstr.).
  7. DeRouen, S. M. and D. E. Franke. 1988. Phenotypic performance and heterosis levels for preweaning traits in rotational crossbreeding. J. Animal Sci. 66 (Suppl. 1):8 (Abstr.).
  8. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, and T. D. Bidner. 1989. Estimated genetic effects for carcass traits. J. Animal Sci. 67 (Suppl. 1):44 (Abstr.).
  9. DeRouen, S. M. and D. E. Franke. 1990. Rotational mating system, breed combination and postweaning management effects on carcass traits. J. Animal Sci. 68 (Suppl.1):22 (Abstr.)
  10. DeRouen, S. M., D. L. Prichard, F. S. Baker Jr., and R. L. Stanley, Jr. 1991. Cool- or warm season annuals for supplementing perennial pasture on beef cow-calf productivity. J. Animal Sci. 69 (Suppl. 1): 34 (Abstr.).
  11. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, and T. D. Bidner. 1992. Genetic effects on carcass traits in beef cattle. J. Animal Sci. 70 (Suppl. 1):3 (Abstr.).
  12. Milburn, C. T., B. B. Greene, S. M. DeRouen, J. M. Turpin, and W. M. Oliver. 1992. Relationships of growth curve parameters to performance in Hereford, Brahman-Hereford, and Brown Swiss-Hereford heifers. J. Animal Sci. 70 (Suppl. 1):5 (Abstr.).
  13. Knox, J. W., S. M. DeRouen, B. B. Greene, and J. M. Turpin. 1993. Evaluation of a self-limiting protein supplement for grazing of bermudagrass pastures. J. Animal Sci. 71 (Suppl. 1):23 (Abstr).
  14. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, D. G. Morrison, W. E. Wyatt, D. F. Coombs, T. W. White, P. E. Humes, and B. B. Greene. 1993. Prepartum body condition and dietary energy on pre- and postpartum performance of beef heifers. J. Animal Sci. 71 (Suppl.1): 236 (Abstr.).
  15. Turpin, J. M., S. M. DeRouen, A. R. Williams, and B. B. Greene. 1994. Sire breed and winter management effects on reproductive performance of beef heifers. J. Animal Sci. 72 (Suppl. 2):13 (Abstr.).
  16. DeRouen, S. M., J. M. Turpin, A. R. Williams, and B. B. Greene. 1995. Sire breed and postweaning management influences on postpartum reproduction and maternal performance of primiparous beef heifers. J. Animal Sci. 73 (Suppl. 1): 4 (Abstr.).
  17. Sreckovic-Ramsey, Dagmara, Allen Williams, Rajz Nassar, Sidney M. DeRouen, Milan Teodorovic, and Milica Petrovic. 1996. Sources of variation in swine productivity on a Yugoslav farm. Louisiana Academy of Sciences, Seventieth Annual Meeting. (Abstr.).
  18. DeRouen, S. M., J. K. Anniss, A. M. Horton, J. M. Turpin, and C. Taylor. 1996. Self-limiting supplementation of soybean hulls, corn, and feathermeal to growing beef cattle grazing bermudagrass forages. J. Animal Sci. 74 (Suppl. 1): 256 (Abstr.).
  19. Sreckovic-Ramsey, D. A. Williams, R. Nassar, S. DeRouen, M. Teodorovic, and M. Petrovic. 1997. Reproductive traits of purebred and crossbred swine on a Yugoslav farm. J. Animal Sci. 75 (Suppl. 1): 10 (Abstr.).
  20. Wyatt, W. E., S. M. DeRouen, and T. D. Bidner. 1997. Feedlot performance and carcass evaluation of Angus- Gelbvieh-, Brangus-, and Gelbray-sired steers. J. Animal Sci. 75 (Suppl. 1): 9 (Abstr.).
  21. DeRouen, S. M., and J. M. Turpin.  1997.  Preweaning performance of crossbred Angus-, Gelbvieh-, Brangus, and Gelbray-sired calves.  J. Animal Sci. 75 (Suppl. 1):152 (Abstr.).
  22. DeRouen., S. M., E. A. Keith, and J. M. Turpin.  1998.  Effects of feed additives and fertilizer sources for stocker calves grazing bermudagrass.  J. Animal Sci. 76 (Suppl. 2):19 (Abstr.).
  23. Looper, M. L., R. P. Wettermann, C. C. Chase, Jr., J. C. Spitzer, D. G. Morrison, and S. M.  DeRouen.  1998.  Progesterone in plasma of beef heifers at weaning.  J. Animal Sci. 76 (Suppl. 2):17 (Abstr.).
  24. DeRouen, S. M., J. M. Fernandez, L. D. Bunting, and S. A. Blum.  1998.  Influence of L-carnitine on growth and blood metabolic criteria of calves fed rations containing broiler litter.  J. Animal Sci. 76(Suppl. 1):322 (Abstr.).
Other Publications (Theses, Popular Articles, Research Reports, Extension Reports):
  1. Burns, E. C., S. M. DeRouen, J. C. Carpenter, Jr., C. P. Bagley, J. E. Feazel, L. I. Smart, and J. M. Perkins. 1979. Ear tags used for horn fly control. The Louisiana Cattleman. 12(12):7,22.
  2. DeRouen, Sidney M. and Donald E. Franke. 1982. Calving status of straightbred and crossbred beef heifers. Louisiana State University Livestock Producers Day Rep. 23:22-27.
  3. DeRouen, S. M. 1983. Factors influencing early reproductive and maternal performance of beef heifers. M. S. Thesis. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge.
  4. DeRouen, S. M. and D. E. Franke. 1984. Calving rates of first- and second-exposure beef heifers. The Louisianan Cattleman. 17(6):7,13,19.
  5. Coombs, D. F., W. A. Nipper, B. D. Nelson, A. M. Saxton, J. L. Kreider, and S. M. DeRouen. 1985. Beef production from ammoniated and non-ammoniated corn, grain sorghum and wheat silage. Louisiana State University Livestock Producers Day Rep. 26:82-86.
  6. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, and T. O. McRae. 1988. Managing replacement heifers. The Louisianan Cattleman. 21(4):4, 15, 19.
  7. DeRouen, S. M. 1990. Estimation of additive and heterotic direct and maternal genetic effects for carcass traits in beef steers. Ph.D. Dissertation. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge.
  8. DeRouen, S. M., D. L. Prichard, F. S. Baker, Jr., and R. L. Stanley, Jr. 1990. Supplementing bahiagrass pasture with cool- or warm-season annuals for beef cow-calf production. Proceedings of the twelfth annual fall forage forum and tour. NFREC Extension Report 90-3:3-8.
  9. Prichard, D. L., S. M. DeRouen, and J. E. Bertrand. 1990. Performance of stocker calves grazing cool-season annual pastures under three rotational management systems. Proceedings of the twelfth annual fall forage forum and tour. NFREC Extension Report 90-3:9-13.
  10. DeRouen, S. M., D. L. Prichard, F. S. Baker, Jr., and R. L. Stanley, Jr. 1991. Supplementing perennial bahiagrass pasture with cool- or warm- season annuals for beef cow-calf production-Part I. Panhandle Agri-News, IFAS, Univ. of Florida, 12(3):5-6.
  11. DeRouen, S. M., D. L. Prichard, F. S. Baker, Jr., and R. L. Stanley, Jr. 1991. Supplementing perennial bahiagrass pasture with cool- or warm- season annuals for beef cow-calf production -Part II. Panhandle Agri-News, IFAS, Univ. of Florida. 12(4):5-6.
  12. DeRouen, S. M., and D. E. Franke. 1991. Steer breed type and time on feed influences on carcass traits. The Louisiana Cattleman. 24(12):5, 7.
  13. Foil, L., D. G. Luther, M. W. Allison, Jr., S. DeRouen, M. Kimball, J. Knox, D. Morrison, and W. Wyatt. 1993. Studies on horn fly control with insecticide ear tags and resistance. The Louisiana Cattleman. 26(5):15, 31.
  14. Knox, J. W., S. M. DeRouen, B. B. Greene, and J. M. Turpin. 1993. Evaluation of a self-limiting protein supplement for yearling and weanling beef cattle grazing bermudagrass. The Louisiana Cattleman. 26(8): 5, 8, 22.
  15. Morrison, D. G., S. M. DeRouen, D. E. Franke, W. E. Wyatt, D. F. Coombs, T. W. White, P. E. Humes, and B. B. Greene. 1993. Precalving body condition score and winter energy feeding levels affect reproduction in first-calf beef heifers. The Louisiana Cattleman. 26(10): 10, 12, 28-29.
  16. DeRouen, S. M. and D. E. Franke. 1994. Rotational crossbreeding in beef cattle: Postweaning growth and carcass traits. Proceeding of the Beef Cattle Crossbreeding Field Day. Baton Rouge, LA.
  17. Foil, L., M. W. Allison, Jr., S. DeRouen, M. Kimball, D. Morrison, and W. Wyatt. 1994. Studies on horn fly control with insecticide ear tags and resistance. The Louisiana Cattleman. 27(6): 10, 11, 14.
  18. DeRouen, S. M., D. E. Franke, D. G. Morrison, W. E. Wyatt, D. F. Coombs, T. W. White, P. E. Humes, and B. B. Greene. 1994. Body condition score of first-calf heifers at calving influence reproductive performance. Animal Nutrition Research Highlights. (4): 1,2.
  19. DeRouen, S. M. 1995. Factors influencing performance of growing beef cattle consuming bermudagrass forages. Proceeding of the 1995 Mid-South Ruminant Nutrition Conference. pp. 67-76.
  20. 1996 Beef Cattle Research Report - Hill Farm Research Station, Louisiana State University Agricultural Center. Edited by S. M. DeRouen.
  21. DeRouen, S.M., L.D. Foil, D.G. Morrison. 1996. Influence of horn fly control on beef production for fall-calving cows and yearling stocker cattle. Louisiana Cattleman 39(No. 4):14,16,33.
  22. Nickerson, S.C., W.E. Owens, and S.M. DeRouen. 1996. Prevalence of mastitis in beef heifers and potential influence on calf weaning weight. Louisiana Cattleman 29(No.1):8,12,14.
  23. Turpin, J.M., S.M. DeRouen, and A.R. Williams. 1996. Use of cool-season annual pastures for postweaning development of Brahman-influenced beef heifers. Louisiana Cattleman 29(No.9):6,10.
  24. DeRouen, S. M.. 1997. Matching Bull Type with Cow Type. Proceedings of the 1997 Stocker Cattle Conference. Southwest Research & Extension Center, Hope, AR. pp. 8-12.
  25. DeRouen, S. M.. 1997. Horn Fly Control for Stocker Cattle: How Much is it Worth?. Proceedings of the 1997 Stocker Cattle Conference. Southwest Research & Extension Center, Hope, AR. pp. 13-16
  26. Foil, L., M. W. Alison, Jr., S. DeRouen, M. Kimball, D. Sanson, and W. Wyatt.  1997.  Studies on horn fly control with insecticidal ear tags and resistance management.  The Louisiana Cattleman 30(No. 5):37, 41, 44, 50.
  27. DeRouen, S. M., and J. M. Turpin.  1997.  Preweaning performance of crossbred Angus-, Gelbvieh-, Brangus-, and Gelbray-sired calves.  The Louisiana Cattleman 30(No. 7):16, 22, 27.
  28. DeRouen, S. M.  1997.  Bull Selection: Getting the most for your money.  1997 Hill Farm Research  Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp. 49-51.
  29. DeRouen, S. M.  1997.  Matching bull type with cow type for beef herds.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp 52-55.
  30. DeRouen, S. M., D. D. McGinty, J. W. Knox, and J. M. Turpin.  1997.  Protein and energy supplementation for mature spring-calving beef cows consuming bermudagrass hay.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp. 62-67.
  31. DeRouen, S. M., D. D. McGinty, J. W. Knox, and J. M. Turpin.  1997.  Effects of horn fly control with insecticidal ear tags or a feed-through mineral on fly populations and cow-calf productivity.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp. 68-71.
  32. DeRouen, S. M., and J. M. Turpin.  1997.  Preweaning performance of crossbred Angus-, Gelbvieh-, Brangus-, and Gelbray-sired calves.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp. 56-58.
  33. DeRouen, S. M., J. M. Fernandez, L. D. Bunting, and J. M. Turpin.  1997.  Use of L-carnitine in broiler litter rations fed to growing beef cattle.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp. 76-79.
  34. DeRouen, S. M., J. K. Anniss, A. M. Horton, J. M. Turpin, and C. Taylor.  1997.  Self-limiting supplementation for stocker cattle grazing bermudagrass pastures.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp. 72-75.
  35. Nickerson, S. C., W. E. Owens, and S. M. DeRouen.  1997.  Prevalence of mastitis in beef heifers and the potential influence on calf weaning weight.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp.  80-83.
  36. Nickerson, S. C., W. E. Owens, S. M. DeRouen, R. L. Boddie, G. M. Tomita, J. M. Turpin, and S. P. Galphin.  1997.  Use of insecticide-impregnated tail tags may reduce incidence of mastitis in beef cows.  1997 Hill Farm Research Station Research Report, Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, Homer.  pp. 84-86.
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