HR job title
- Associate Professor and Extension Specialist
- Contact Info
- 1 979 845 4318
Coufal, Craig Associate Professor and Extension Specialist
Positions
- Associate Professor and Extension Specialist, Poultry Science, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences
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Publications
selected publications
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academic article
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Froebel, L. K., Jalukar, S., Lavergne, T. A., Coufal, C. D., & Duong, T.
(2020).
Administration of direct-fed Bacillus cultures and refined functional carbohydrates to broiler chickens improves growth performance and promotes positive shifts in gastrointestinal microbiota. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
29(4), 765-774.
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Jasek, A., Parr, T., Coufal, C. D., & Lee, J. T.
(2020).
Research Note: Evaluation of manganese hydroxychloride in 45-wk-old white leghorn layers using yolk and shell manganese content. Poultry Science.
99(2), 1084-1087.
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Wensley, M. R., Woodworth, J. C., Derouchey, J. M., Dritz, S. S., Tokach, M. D., Goodband, R. D., ... Lee, J. T.
(2020).
Effects of amino acid biomass or feed grade amino acids on growth performance of growing swine and poultry. Translational Animal Science.
4(1), 49-58.
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Walters, H. G., Coelho, M., Coufal, C. D., & Lee, J. T.
(2019).
Effects of Increasing Phytase Inclusion Levels on Broiler Performance, Nutrient Digestibility, and Bone Mineralization in Low-Phosphorus Diets. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
28(4), 1210-1225.
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Jasek, A., Coufal, C. D., Parr, T. M., & Lee, J. T.
(2019).
Evaluation of Increasing Manganese Hydroxychloride Level on Male Broiler Growth Performance and Tibia Strength. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
28(4), 1039-1047.
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Jones-Ibarra, A. M., Alvarado, C. Z., Coufal, C. D., & Taylor, T. M.
(2019).
Sanitization of Chicken Frames by a Combination of Hydrogen Peroxide and UV Light To Reduce Contamination of Derived Edible Products. J Food Prot.
82(11), 1896-1900.
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Cantu, K., Archer, G. S., Tucker, Z. S., & Coufal, C. D.
(2019).
Effectiveness of Duck Hatching Egg Sanitization with the Combination of Hydrogen Peroxide and Ultraviolet Light. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
28(2), 301-306.
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Walters, H. G., Jasek, A., Campbell, J. M., Coufal, C., & Lee, J. T.
(2019).
Evaluation of Spray-Dried Plasma in Broiler Diets With or Without Bacitracin Methylene Disalicylate. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
28(2), 364-373.
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Rehkopf, A. C., Byrd, J. A., Coufal, C. D., & Duong, T
(2017).
Advanced Oxidation Process sanitization of hatching eggs reduces Salmonella in broiler chicks. Poultry Science.
96(10), 3709-3716.
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Winkler, S., Coufal, C., Harmel, D., Martin, E., Brooks, J. P., Popham, S., & Gentry, T. J
(2017).
Within-House Spatial Distribution of Fecal Indicator Bacteria in Poultry Litter. Journal of Environmental Quality.
46(5), 1003-1009.
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Gottselig, S. M., Dunn-Horrocks, S. L., Woodring, K. S., Coufal, C. D., & Duong, T
(2016).
Advanced oxidation process sanitization of eggshell surfaces. Poultry Science.
95(6), 1356-1362.
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Al-Ajeeli, M. N., Taylor, T. M., Alvarado, C. Z., & Coufal, C. D
(2016).
Comparison of eggshell surface sanitization technologies and impacts on consumer acceptability. Poultry Science.
95(5), 1191-1197.
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Harmel, R. D., Coufal, C., Winkler, S., Caraway, E. A., Gentry, T., & Lee, J.
(2014).
Environmental Impacts of In-House Windrow Composting of Broiler Litter Prior to Land Application in Subtropical/Semi-Arid Conditions. Applied Engineering in Agriculture.
30(3), 423-433.
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Williams, M. P., Coufal, C., Caraway, E., ., R. C., & Lee, J. T
(2013).
Evaluation of a Rice/Soy Fermentate on Performance and Volatilization of Odorants from Fresh Fecal Material When Included in Broiler Diets. International Journal of Poultry Science.
12(12), 698-704.
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Purswell, J. L., Davis, J. D., Kiess, A. S., & Coufal, C. D
(2013).
Effects of frequency of multiple applications of litter amendment on litter ammonia and live performance in a shared airspace. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
22(3), 469-473.
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Barker, K. J., Coufal, C. D., Purswell, J. L., Davis, J. D., Parker, H. M., Kidd, M. T., McDaniel, C. D., & Kiess, A. S
(2013).
In-house windrowing of a commercial broiler farm during early spring and its effect on litter composition. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
22(3), 551-558.
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Harmel, R. D., Wagner, K. L., Martin, E., Gentry, T. J., Karthikeyan, R., Dozier, M., & Coufal, C.
(2013).
Impact of poultry litter application and land use on E. coli runoff from small agricultural watersheds. Biological Engineering.
6(1), 3-16.
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Barker, K. J., Coufal, C. D., Purswell, J. L., Davis, J. D., Parker, H. M., Kidd, M. T., McDaniel, C. D., & Kiess, A. S
(2011).
In-house windrowing of a commercial broiler farm during the summer months and its effect on litter composition. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
20(2), 168-180.
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(2011).
Hatchability of Broiler Breeder Eggs Following Eggshell Sanitization by Repeated Treatment with a Combination of Ultraviolet Light and Hydrogen Peroxide. International Journal of Poultry Science.
10(6), 421-425.
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Wells, J. B., Coufal, C. D., Parker, H. M., Kiess, A. S., Young, K. M., & McDaniel, C. D
(2011).
Hatchablility of Broiler Breeder Eggs Sanitized with a Combination of Ultraviolet Light and Hydrogen Peroxide*. International Journal of Poultry Science.
10(4), 320-324.
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(2010).
Disinfection of eggshells using ultraviolet light and hydrogen peroxide independently and in combination. Poultry Science.
89(11), 2499-2505.
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Loar, R. E., Schilling, M. W., McDaniel, C. D., Coufal, C. D., Rogers, S. F., Karges, K., & Corzo, A.
(2010).
Effect of dietary inclusion level of distillers dried grains with solubles on layer performance, egg characteristics, and consumer acceptability. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
19(1), 30-37.
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Coufal, C. D., Chavez, C., Niemeyer, P. R., & Carey, J. B
(2006).
Effects of top-dressing recycled broiler litter on litter production, litter characteristics, and nitrogen mass balance. Poultry Science.
85(3), 392-397.
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Coufal, C. D., Chavez, C., Niemeyer, P. R., & Carey, J. B
(2006).
Measurement of broiler litter production rates and nutrient content using recycled litter. Poultry Science.
85(3), 398-403.
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Coufal, C. D., Chavez, C., Niemeyer, P. R., & Carey, J. B
(2006).
Nitrogen emissions from broilers measured by mass balance over eighteen consecutive flocks. Poultry Science.
85(3), 384-391.
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Chavez, C., Coufal, C. D., Niemeyer, P. L., Carey, J. B., Lacey, R. E., Miller, R. K., & Beier, R. C
(2004).
Impact of Dietary Supplemental Methionine Sources on Sensory Measurement of Odor-Related Compounds in Broiler Excreta. Poultry Science.
83(10), 1655-1662.
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Chavez, C., Coufal, C. D., Carey, J. B., Lacey, R. E., Beier, R. C., & Zahn, J. A
(2004).
The Impact of Supplemental Dietary Methionine Sources on Volatile Compound Concentrations in Broiler Excreta. Poultry Science.
83(6), 901-910.
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Chavez, C., Coufal, C. D., Lacey, R. E., & Carey, J. B
(2004).
The Impact of Methionine Source on Poultry Fecal Matter Odor Volatiles. Poultry Science.
83(3), 359-364.
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Coufal, C. D., Chavez, C., Knape, K. D., & Carey, J. B
(2003).
Evaluation of a method of ultraviolet light sanitation of broiler hatching eggs. Poultry Science.
82(5), 754-759.
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Chavez, C., Knape, K. D., Coufal, C. D., & Carey, J. B
(2002).
Reduction of eggshell aerobic plate counts by ultraviolet irradiation. Poultry Science.
81(8), 1132-1135.
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Knape, K. D., Chavez, C., Burgess, R. P., Coufal, C. D., & Carey, J. B
(2002).
Comparison of eggshell surface microbial populations for in-line and off-line commercial egg processing facilities. Poultry Science.
81(5), 695-698.
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Froebel, L. K., Jalukar, S., Lavergne, T. A., Coufal, C. D., & Duong, T.
(2020).
Administration of direct-fed Bacillus cultures and refined functional carbohydrates to broiler chickens improves growth performance and promotes positive shifts in gastrointestinal microbiota. Journal of Applied Poultry Research.
29(4), 765-774.
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conference paper
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Coufal, C. D., Niemeyer, P. R., & Carey, J. B
Annual ammonia production front broilers measured by nitrogen mass balance. Poultry Science.
98-98.
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Coufal, C. D., Niemeyer, P. R., & Carey, J. B
Annual broiler litter production using recycled litter with and without top-dressing. Poultry Science.
97-97.
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Hinkle, M. J., Gottselig, S. M., McReynolds, J. L., Lee, J. T., & Coufal, C. D
Effects of a microbial litter amendment on litter quality and broiler performance. Journal of Dairy Science.
507-507.
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Coufal, C. D., Chavez, C., Niemeyer, P. L., & Carey, J. B
Effects of top-dressing recycled broiler litter on nitrogen mass balance. Poultry Science.
261-261.
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Coufal, C. D., Chavez, C., Niemeyer, P. L., & Carey, J. B
Effects of top-dressing recycled broiler litter on nitrogen mass balance. J Anim Sci.
261-261.
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Coufal, C. D., Chavez, C., Niemeyer, P. L., & Carey, J. B
Effects of top-dressing recycled broiler litter on nitrogen mass balance. Journal of Dairy Science.
261-261.
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Taylor, C. S., Bray, J. L., Carey, J. B., Cherry, T. E., & Coufal, C. D
Impact of new or recycled litter on broiler performance, litter characteristics and nitrogen mass balance. Poultry Science.
22-22.
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Coufal, C. D., Collins, A. D., & Carey, J. B
Percent carbon and C : N of broiler litter and cake over consecutive flocks. Poultry Science.
81-82.
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Niemeyer, P. R., Coufal, C. D., & Carey, J. B
The impact of layer dietary threonine levels on egg component yield, composition, and functionality. Poultry Science.
260-260.
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Coufal, C. D., & Carey, J. B
The impact of layer dietary threonine levels on egg component yield, composition, and functionality. Journal of Dairy Science.
260-260.
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Niemeyer, P. R., Coufal, C. D., & Carey, J. B
The impact of layer dietary threonine levels on egg component yield, composition, and functionality. J Anim Sci.
260-260.
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Niemeyer, P. L., Coufal, C. D., & Carey, J. B
The impact of layer dietary threonine levels on egg yield, composition, and functionality. Poultry Science.
78-79.
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Coufal, C. D., Niemeyer, P. R., & Carey, J. B
Annual ammonia production front broilers measured by nitrogen mass balance. Poultry Science.
98-98.
Teaching
teaching activities
- POSC304 Judging Instructor
- POSC326 Commercial Egg Indus Instructor
- POSC427 Animal Waste Mgmt Instructor
- POSC485 Directed Studies Instructor
- POSC491 Research Instructor
- POSC685 Directed Studies Instructor
- POSC685 Directed Studies:in-ab Instructor
- POSC691 Research Instructor
Works By Students
chaired theses and dissertations
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Aguirre Cando, Maria Elizabeth (2019-12). Study of the Woody Breast and White Striping Conditions Affecting the Pectoralis Major Muscle of Broiler Chickens: Processing Perspective.
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Al-Ajeeli, Morouj N (2013-12). Development of Best Practices for Shell Egg Disinfection Based upon Efficacy and Egg Quality.
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Cantu, Karely (2018-08). Effects of Hydrogen Peroxide/UV Advanced Oxidation Process Sanitization on Duck and Turkey Egg Microbial Loads and Hatchability.
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Fuchs, Nathan Leo (2013-12). Development and Evaluation of a Commercially Feasible Hydrogen Peroxide and Ultraviolet Light Egg Sanitization System.
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Gottselig, Steven Michael (2011-08). Microbial Reduction on Eggshell Surfaces by the use of Hydrogen Peroxide and Ultraviolet Light.
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Hinkle, Matthew (2010-12). Effects of Microbial Litter Amendments on Broiler Performance, Litter Quality and Ammonia Production.
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Jasek, Austin Thomas (2019-08). EVALUATION OF HYDROXYCHLORIDE MINERAL INCLUSION ON BROILER AND LAYER PERFORMANCE.
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Kirkham, Maryanne Louise (2019-05). Development of an In Vitro Model for Inhibition of Salmonella Adhesion to Epithelial Cells by Lactobacillus.
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Lee, Mallori Williams (2019-05). Evaluation of Nutritional Strategies Focused on Exogenous Enzymes Aimed at Maximizing Broiler Performance and Nutrient Utilization.
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Rehkopf, Andrew Christian (2017-08). Advanced Oxidation Process in Egg Sanitization.
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Smith, Kyle Allen (2019-08). Evaluation of Phytase in Broiler and Laying Hen Diets Varying in Nutrient Densities and Mineral Level.
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Walters, Hunter Grant (2019-08). Evaluating the Efficacy of Exogenous Enzymes on Nutrient Digestibility and Broiler Performance.
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Winkler, Scott (2013-08). Evaluation of In-House Windrow Composting as a Poultry Litter Treatment Prior to Land Application.
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Woodring, Kristy Senise (2011-08). Quality and Sensory Attributes of Shell Eggs Sanitized with a Combination of Hydrogen Peroxide and Ultraviolet Light.
Background
education and training
- Ph.D. in Poultry Science, Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States) 2005
- M.S. in Poultry Science, Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States) 2000
- B.S. in Poultry Science, Texas A&M University - (College Station, Texas, United States) 1997
Contact
first name
- Craig
has last name
- Coufal
mailing address
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Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service
Poultry Science
2472 TAMUS
College Station, TX 77843-2472
USA
Other
- cdcoufal@tamu.edu