Education
- Ph.D.,
University of Minnesota
- M.S., Iowa State University
- D.V.M., Universidade Federal do Parana, Brazil
Research
Interests
Dairy cattle well-being, management
and behavior.
Outreach
- Dairy Modernization Program
- University of Minnesota Extension Dairy Team
- Minnesota Dairy Days Workshops
- Dairy Management Seminars
- Dairy Cattle Well-Being and Behavior
- Training for Spanish-Speaking Dairy Workers on Farm Safety
- Successful Dairy Systems
- Four-State Extension Programs
Teaching
- ANSC 4604/4614 - Dairy Production Systems Management (lecturer)
- ANSC 4612 - Dairy Tools for the 21st Century (co-instructor)
Graduate Students
- In Progress -
- Abigail Carpenter, M.S. , Animal Sciences (on graduate committee)
- Bob Leuer, M.S. , Animal Sciences (on graduate committee)
- Karen Lobeck, Ph.D., Animal Sciences - Dry cow behavior and welfare
- Muhammad Qamer Shahid, Ph.D., Animal Sciences
- Completed -
- Abby E. Barberg, M.S., Animal Sciences - Composting bedded pack barns for dairy cows
- Jerome Carrier, Ph.D., Veterinary Medicine (on graduate committee)
- Alejandrina Da Silva, M.S., Veterinary Medicine (on graduate committee)
- Luis
Espejo, M.S., Animal Sciences - Assessment of risk factors for lameness in free-stall
housed dairy cows
- Adam Husfeldt, M.S., Animal Sciences
- Karen Lobeck, M.S., Animal Sciences - Low profile cross-ventilated freestall barns and compost barns
- Joanna Lukas, M.S., Animal Sciences (on graduate committee)
- Joanna Lukas, Ph.D., Animal Sciences (on graduate committee)
- Erika Shane, M.S., Animal Sciences - Alternative bedding materials for compost dairy barns
- Melissa Thrune, M.S., Animal Sciences (on graduate committee)
- Barry Visser, M.S., Animal Sciences (on graduate committee)
Honors
and Awards
- Outstanding
Ph.D. Student Award, Department of Animal Science, University
of Minnesota, 1993-1994
- Graduate
School Doctoral Dissertation Fellowship, University of Minnesota,
1993-1994
- American
Feed Industry Association Scholarship, 1993
- Academic
Year Fellowship, University of Minnesota, 1993
- National
Science Foundation Fellowship, Brazil, 1989-1990
- Rotary
Foundation Scholarship, 1988-1989
- National
Science Foundation Research Fellowship, Brazil, 1983-1985
- Highest
Distinction Graduation Award, ranked first among 43 graduates,
1985
- Admitted
to the Vet School with the highest distinction, ranked first among
1208 candidates in the University Entrance Exams, 1981
Affiliations
- American
Society of Animal Science
- American
Dairy Science Association
- American Registry of Professional Animal Scientists
- American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers
- Honor
Society of Phi Kappa Phi
- Honor Society of Agriculture Gamma Sigma Delta
- International Society for Applied Ethology
- Midwest Forage Association
- National Dairy Shrine
Publications
(2007-2011)
- Refereed Articles -
Shane, E.M., M.I. Endres, M.P. Russelle, C.J. Rosen, and D.G. Johnson. 2011. Compost: A potential value-added product for dairy operations? Appl. Eng. Agric. 27(2):225-233.
Endres, M.I. and L.A. Espejo. 2010. Feeding management and characteristics of rations for high producing dairy cows in freestall herds. J. Dairy Sci. 93:822-829.
Shane, E.M., M.I. Endres, and K.A. Janni. 2010. Alternative bedding materials for compost bedded pack barns in Minnesota: A descriptive study. Appl. Eng. Agric. 26:465-473.
Shane, E.M., M.I. Endres, D.G. Johnson, and J.K. Reneau. 2010. Bedding options for an alternative housing system for dairy cows: A descriptive study. Appl. Eng. Agric. 26:659-666.
Barberg, A.E., M.I. Endres, and K.A. Janni. 2007. Dairy compost barns in Minnesota: A descriptive study. Appl. Eng. Agric. 23:231-238.
Barberg, A.E., M.I. Endres, J.A. Salfer, and J.K. Reneau. 2007. Performance, health and well-being of dairy cows in an alternative housing system in Minnesota. J. Dairy Sci. 90:1575-1583.
Endres, M.I. and A.E. Barberg. 2007. Behavior of dairy cows in an alternative bedded pack housing system. J. Dairy Sci. 90:4192–4200.
Espejo, L.A. and M.I. Endres. 2007. Herd-level risk factors for lameness in high-producing Holstein cows housed in freestall barns. J. Dairy Sci. 90:306-314.
Janni, K.A., M.I. Endres, J.K. Reneau, W.W. Schoper. 2007. Compost dairy barn layout and management recommendations. Appl. Eng. Agric. 23:97-102.
- Book Chapters
and Guides -
Endres, M.I.
2008. Dairy Cattle Behavior. In: Five-Minute Veterinary Consult:
Ruminant. Blackwell Publishing.
- Invited Papers, Conference Proceedings, Research Reports -
Endres, M.I. 2010. FARM dairy well-being program. Proc., 4-State Dairy Nutr. and Mgmt. Conf., Dubuque, IA. p. 95.
Endres, M.I. 2010. Keeping your cows comfortable. Proc., Midwest Dairy Expo, St. Cloud, MN. pp. 17-19.
Lobeck, K.M., M.I. Endres, S.M. Godden, and J. Fetrow. 2010. Assessment of animal welfare in cross-ventilated vs. naturally ventilated freestall barns using survival analysis. Proc., MN Dairy Health Conf. p. 87.
Weich, W.D., A.D. Kmicikewycz, M.I. Endres, and N.B. Litherland. 2010. Does moderating amount fed and forage type in dry cow diets affect pre- and postpartum feeding and lying behavior? Proc., MN Dairy Health Conf. pp. 93-94.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Compost bedded pack barns – Can they work for you? Proc., 2009 Western Canadian Dairy Seminar, Alberta, Canada, March 2009. p. 271.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Cow comfort in cross-ventilated freestall barns compared to naturally ventilated barns. Central Plains Dairy Expo, Sioux Falls, SD, April 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Cow comfort observations. 8th Annual Professional Dairy Seminar, Morton, MN, Jan. 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Keeping cows comfortable keeps them producing. Southern States Dairy Feed Master Program, Raleigh, NC, Jan. 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2008. Cow comfort: What have we learned lately? In: Proc. 4-State Dairy Nutr. Mgmt. Conf. p. 60.
Endres, M.I. 2008. Overview of trends in use of manure solids and compost bedded packs. In: Proc. NMC Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA. Jan. 2008.
Endres, M.I. and A.E. Barberg. 2008. Behavior of dairy cows in an alternative bedded pack housing system. ASABE VIII International Livestock Environment Symposium, International Conf. of Agriculture Engr., Brazil. Sep. 2008.
Endres, M.I and K.A. Janni. 2008. Compost bedded pack barns for dairy cows. Dairy eXtension Website, Nov. 2008. http://www.extension.org/pages/Compost_Bedded_Pack_Barns_for_Dairy_Cows
Garcia, A. and M.I. Endres. 2008. Welfare and comfort in dairy cattle: Indexes and economic impact. ASABE VIII International Livestock Environment Symposium, International Conf. of Agriculture Engr., Brazil. Sep. 2008.
Carrier, J., S. Godden, J. Fetrow, S. Stewart, P. Rapnicki, and M.I. Endres. 2007. Calving behavior and impact on calf survival. In: Proc. Minnesota Dairy Health Conf., St. Paul, MN. pp. 98.
Endres, M.I. 2007. Compost bedded pack barns in Minnesota. In: Proc. New York State Ruminant Health-Nutrition Conf., Syracuse, NY, March 27, 2007.
Endres, M.I. 2007. Compost bedded pack barns in Minnesota. In: Proc. 47th Annual New England Feed Conf., West Lebanon, NH, March 29, 2007.
Endres, M.I. 2007. Compost bedded pack barns. In: Proc. 2007 Indiana Regional Dairy Meetings, Decatur and Middlebury, IN, Feb. 20-21, 2007.
Endres, M.I. 2007. Composting pack barns for dairy cows. In: Minnesota Department of Agriculture Greenbook 2007. p. 56.
Endres, M.I. 2007. Cow performance, welfare and behavior in compost dairy barns. In: Proc. National Compost Dairy Barn Conf., Burnsville, MN. pp. 67.
Rudstrom, M. and M.I. Endres. 2007. Do cows last longer in compost dairy barns? In: Proc. Minnesota Dairy Days 2007. p. 15.
- Abstracts -
Husfeldt, A.W. and M.I. Endres. 2010. Association between stall surface and various welfare measurements on dairy herds utilizing recycled manure solids for bedding freestalls. J. Dairy Sci. 93(Suppl. 1):772.
Lobeck, K.M., M.I. Endres, E.M. Shane, S.M. Godden, and J. Fetrow. 2010. Associations between housing systems and animal welfare measurements assessed by survival analysis. J. Dairy Sci. 93(Suppl. 1):773.
Orman, A. and M.I. Endres. 2010. Infrared thermography for detection of hoof lesions in dairy cattle. J. Dairy Sci. 93(Suppl. 1):772.
Shahid, M.Q., E.M. Shane, and M.I. Endres. 2010. Relationship between leg and udder hygiene score and somatic cell count. J. Dairy Sci. 93(Suppl. 1):772.
Weich, B., A.D. Kmicikewycz, M.I. Endres, and N.B. Litherland. 2010. Postpartum feeding behavior of dairy cows fed ad libitum or restricted prepartum diets containing wheat straw or orchardgrass. Midwest ADSA/ASAS Meetings:109. Undergraduate Student Oral Competition.
Lobeck, K.M., M. I. Endres, E.M. Shane, S.M. Godden, and J. Fetrow. 2009. Animal welfare in cross-ventilated and naturally ventilated dairy barns in the upper Midwest USA. J. Dairy Sci. 92(Suppl. 1):334.
Lobeck, K.M., M.I. Endres, E.M. Shane, and K.A. Janni. 2009. Environmental characteristics in cross-ventilated and naturally ventilated dairy barns in the upper Midwest USA. J. Dairy Sci. 92(Suppl. 1):334.
Shane, E.M., M.I. Endres, D.G. Johnson, and J.K. Reneau. 2008. Bedding options for an alternative housing system for dairy cows. J. Dairy Sci. 91(Suppl. 1):254.
Shane, E.M., M.I. Endres, D.G. Johnson, and C.J. Rosen. 2008. Compost: A potential value-added product for dairy operations? J. Dairy Sci. 91(Suppl. 1):252.
Endres, M.I. and A.E. Barberg. 2007. Behavior of dairy cows in an alternative bedded pack system. Proc. of the 41st International Congress of the ISAE:135, Merida, Mexico.
Endres, M.I. and L.A. Espejo. 2007. Ration sorting in freestall dairy herds. J. Dairy Sci. 90 (Suppl. 1):230.
- Popular Press -
Endres, M.I. 2010. Transition cows 2010. Dairy Star, Nov. 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2010. Dairy producers’ issues in 2010. eDairy Weekly Insider, Oct. 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2010. Tell the positive story of your dairy farm. Ag-News Wire, Oct. 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. Most producers already follow National Dairy Farm guidelines. Ag-Weekly Online, Sep. 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. Deep-bedded manure solids yield comfy cows. Hoard’s Dairyman, Aug. 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2010. Research on cow comfort. Dairy Star, Aug. 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2010. Stay ahead of the game with animal welfare. Genex Dairy Horizons, Aug. 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. The mystery of the missing dairy calves. From Animal to Meat, an exploration of food ethics from Angelina Chao, July 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. ‘Audit’, not necessarily a bad word. Wisconsin Agriculturist Magazine, June 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. Is FARM too stringent? Dairy Today, June 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2010. The challenges of being a dairy producer. Dairy Star, April 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2010. Consumer concern for animal care is on the rise. Ag-News Wire, April 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. Dairymen urged to join FARM program. The Farm Gate, April 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. Farm gives us a voice in the animal welfare battle. Hoard’s Dairyman, April 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. How popular is tail docking? Dairy Today, April 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. Producers encouraged to participate in FARM. Dairy Herd Management, April 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. FARM program could help assure consumers of animal welfare. Agri-News, March 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. High-producing herds have some feeding patterns in common. Dairy Herd Management, March 2010.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2010. Animal welfare, risk management tools focus of dairy management workshop. Dairy Star, Feb. 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2010. Use of recycled ‘fiber’ bedding in freestall barns. Dairy Star, Feb. 2010.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Dairy cattle welfare: What has been in the news lately? Dairy Star, Nov. 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Reduce lameness with a freestall alternative. Agri-View, Nov. 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Cross-vents come out on top. Dairy Today, Oct. 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Outside observers say PETA videos extreme at best, at worst, staged. St. Paul Pioneer Press, Oct. 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Research on cow comfort. Dairy Star, Aug. 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Sawdust alternatives: Other materials compost well. Dairy Feed Management, Aug. 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Are your cows comfortable? They should be, expert says. Perham Enterprise Bulletin, June 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Cow comfort. Living the Country Life Radio, June 2009. http://www.livingthecountrylife.com/animals/livestock/cow-comfort/
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Waste not – Large and small Minnesota dairy farms use manure digesters to produce methane gas. Rural Cooperatives Magazine, June 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. What do we know about cow ‘friendship’? Dairy Star, May 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Keep dairy cows comfortable. MaxYield Coop, April 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. University of Minnesota team tops division. Agri-News, April 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Compost bedded pack barns. M.I. Endres, contributor. American Dairymen, March 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. On farm dairy cow death rates: What do we know? MaxYield Coop, March 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Are your cows comfortable? Dairy Star, Feb. 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Preparing for the real world. Dairy Star, Feb. 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Tender loving care may reduce higher death rates in dairy cows. Farm & Ranch Guide, Jan. 2009; Progressive Dairyman, Feb. 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Dairy cattle with names produce more milk, according to new study. Scientific American, Jan. 2009.
Endres, M.I. 2009. Handle dairy cows slowly, quietly for calm cows. Tristate Neighbor, Jan. 2009.
Endres, M.I. (contributor). 2009. Hurrying dairy cows slows milk production. MaxYield Coop, Jan. 2009.
Endres. M. 2008. Tender loving care may reduce higher death rates in dairy cows. Hutchinson Leader, and cattlenetwork.com, Dec. 2008.
Endres, M. 2008. Human-cow interactions. Dairy Star, Nov. 14, 2008.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. How now cash cow: U of M says comfy cows make big bucks. City Pages, Oct. 31, 2008. http://blogs.citypages.com/blotter/2008/10/how_now_cash_co.php
Endres, M. 2008. Compost barns: What we’ve learned lately. Hoard’s Dairyman, Oct. 25, 2008. p. 686.
Endres, M. 2008. Dairy cow mortality. American Dairymen, Oct. 2008.
Endres, M. 2008. Milking with robots. Progressive Dairyman, Sep. 30, 2008.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. Hastings dairy farm will star in commercial. Agri-News, Sep. 4, 2008.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. Can a comfortable cow improve our economy? Driven to Discover (www.discover.umn.edu), and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ko0nTDus0YU), Sep. 2008.
Endres, M. 2008. Compost dairy barns: A viable housing option? YouTube, Sep. 2008. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDZxVpU-zV8
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. Studies investigate cow management, eating behavior. AgriView, Sep. 2008.
Endres, M. 2008. Dairy cow mortality: A growing problem. Dairy Star, Aug. 23, 2008.
Ednres, M. (contributor). 2008. A happy cow is a productive cow. Minnesota Daily, July 2008.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. Compost barn basics. MilkProduction.com, June 2, 2008.
Endres, M. 2008. Milking with robots. Dairy Star, May 9, 2008.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. Minnesota researchers look at cow comfort to boost production. High Plains Midwest Ag Journal, May 16, 2008.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. A day at the beach means more milk. Channel 5 News, aired April 16, 2008. http://kstp.com/articles.stories/S414832.shtml
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. Got more milk? U of M News, April 2008. http://www1.umn.edu/umnnews/Feature_Stories/Got_more_milk3F.html
Endres, M. 2008. Proper hoof trimming reduces lameness in cows. Hutchinson Leader, March 6, 2008.
Endres, M. 2008. Manure solids for bedding: A viable option? Dairy Star, Feb. 15, 2008.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2008. Got more milk – Cow comfort boosts yield. Extension Source Magazine, Winter 2008.
Endres, M. and N. Broadwater. 2007. 2008 Minnesota Dairy Days – Change in format. Dairy Star, Dec. 17, 2007.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2007. Compost barns – coming to your area soon. Jersey Journal, Nov. 2007.
Endres, M. 2007. A dirty job… but somebody’s got to do it! Dairy Star, Sep. 22, 2007.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2007. Compost bedded-pack barns – A comfortable alternative. Dairy Herd Management, Aug. 2007.
Endres, M. (contributor). 2007. Compost it. Successful Farming, Aug. 2007.
Endres, M. 2007. Highlights of the National Compost Dairy Barn Conference. Dairy Star, July 14, 2007.
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