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Uterine involution in Holstein-Friesian cows genetically selected for high or low mature body weights :|ba thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the Master of Veterinary Science at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2008)
The main objective in dairy herds is to produce milk as economically and efficiently as possible. To achieve maximum production, cows must calve regularly; hence the fertility of the herd affects the productivity of the ...
An evaluation of the efficacy of orally administered copper glycine complex, copper amino acid chelate, copper sulphate, a copper oxide wire particle bolus and a copper edetate injection in New Zealand dairy cows : a thesis presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Masters in Animal Science, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2008)
This thesis set out to examine the difference in efficacy of the most commonly used copper supplements in New Zealand dairy herds. There is limited information on copper supplementation in New Zealand dairy cattle in the ...
Chinese international students' perceptions of their learning and social experiences in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Management in Communication Management at Massey University
(Massey University, 2008)
Chinese students' participation in New Zealand educational institutions plays a critical role in the New Zealand export education industry. The significant decline in the numbers of Chinese students in New Zealand since ...
Dancing at the interfaces : ways of doing : the interfaces between indigenous knowledges and Western science : a thesis presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Philosophy at Massey University
(Massey University, 2008)
An opportunity exists for Maori to lead the development of a new way of
knowledge production in Aotearoa New Zealand that acknowledges and
capitalises on the rich traditions of both mātauranga Māori and western ...
Change content and aid effectiveness : how the size of change content affects implementation of technical assistance recommendations in developing Pacific Island countries
(2008)
International aid agencies offer development aid with the expectation that developing countries will transform to such an extent that they can look after themselves, yet many countries have not developed as expected. This ...
Estimating and evaluating the Archimedean-copula-based models in financial risk management : a dissertation submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Financial Economics, Massey University, Auckland, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2008)
Copula is used to model multivariate data, as it accounts for the dependence structure and provides a flexible representation of the multivariate distribution. Recently a large number of Archimedean copulas have been ...
A darn good hiding or the naughty step? : ideas on child discipline in New Zealand 1890-2008 : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in History at Massey University
(Massey University, 2008)
This thesis examines the history of child discipline in New Zealand since 1890, taking into account both trends in child-rearing advice and the common practices of ordinary parents. It explores the common stereotype that ...
The motivation to migrate, acculturation, and finding employment : the case of African migrants in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of a Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University
(Massey University, 2008)
The present study tested a model whereby Psychological Acculturation mediated the relationship between the Psychological Motives to Migrate and the Employment Outcome of African migrants in New Zealand. These concepts had ...
Shearing Merino ewes at different stages of pregnancy : some consequences for the progeny : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science majoring in Agricultural Science at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2008)
Merinos are bred primarily for wool production, valued specifically for the fine-wool they produce. Wool returns have been diminishing over recent years so using management to improve wool quantity and quality is beneficial ...
Metabolism of rumen infused skatole and effects on hepatic gene expression in sheep : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Science in Animal Science at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2008)
Skatole (3-methylindole) contributes to the unique flavour palate known as pastoral flavour (characterised by 'sheepy or 'grassy' odours) that differentiates meat products of pasture-fed ruminants from those finished under ...