Overview
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- Professor Louw Hoffman is:
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Qualifications
- Doctor of Philosophy, University of Limpopo
Works
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2010
Journal Article
Preliminary results on the description of body composition change in ostriches (Struthio camelus) under optimal feeding conditions
Kritzinger, W. J., Brand, T. S., Gous, R. M., Hoffman, L. C. and Mellett, F. D. (2010). Preliminary results on the description of body composition change in ostriches (Struthio camelus) under optimal feeding conditions. South African Journal of Animal Sciences, 40 (5SUPPL.1), 429-433.
2010
Journal Article
Physical and sensory characteristics of blesbok (damaliscus dorcas phillipsi) meat
Hoffman, Louw C., Smit, Karen and Muller, Nina M. (2010). Physical and sensory characteristics of blesbok (damaliscus dorcas phillipsi) meat. African Journal of Wildlife Research, 40 (2), 158-162. doi: 10.3957/056.040.0207
2010
Journal Article
The effect of age and gender on the fat distribution in Merino lambs
van der Westhuizen, E. J., Brand, T. S., Hoffman, L. C. and Aucamp, B. B. (2010). The effect of age and gender on the fat distribution in Merino lambs. South African Journal of Animal Sciences, 40 (5SUPPL.1), 459-461.
2010
Journal Article
Prevalent organisms on ostrich carcasses found in a commercial abattoir
Hoffman, L. C., Britz, T. J. and Schnetler, D. C. (2010). Prevalent organisms on ostrich carcasses found in a commercial abattoir. Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 81 (3), 151-155. doi: 10.4102/jsava.v81i3.138
2010
Journal Article
Comparison of the effects of different transport conditions and lairage times in a Mediterranean climate in South Africa on the meat quality of commercially crossbred Large white x Landrace pigs
Hoffman, L. C. and Fisher, P. (2010). Comparison of the effects of different transport conditions and lairage times in a Mediterranean climate in South Africa on the meat quality of commercially crossbred Large white x Landrace pigs. Journal of the South African Veterinary Association, 81 (4), 225-227. doi: 10.4102/jsava.v81i4.152
2009
Journal Article
The effect of porcine somatotropin (pST) and gender on production parameters and tissue yield of pigs slaughtered at 135 kg live weight
Pieterse, E., Swarts, I. C. and Hoffman, L. C. (2009). The effect of porcine somatotropin (pST) and gender on production parameters and tissue yield of pigs slaughtered at 135 kg live weight. South African Journal of Animal Sciences, 39 (4), 286-295.
2009
Journal Article
Meat quality of kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) and impala (Aepyceros melampus): Carcass yield, physical quality and chemical composition of kudu and impala Longissimus dorsi muscle as affected by gender and age
Hoffman, L. C., Mostert, A. C., Kidd, M. and Laubscher, L. L. (2009). Meat quality of kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) and impala (Aepyceros melampus): Carcass yield, physical quality and chemical composition of kudu and impala Longissimus dorsi muscle as affected by gender and age. Meat Science, 83 (4), 788-795. doi: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2009.08.022
2009
Journal Article
Meat quality of kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) and impala (Aepyceros melampus): The effect of gender and age on the fatty acid profile, cholesterol content and sensory characteristics of kudu and impala meat
Hoffman, L. C., Mostert, A. C. and Laubscher, L. L. (2009). Meat quality of kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) and impala (Aepyceros melampus): The effect of gender and age on the fatty acid profile, cholesterol content and sensory characteristics of kudu and impala meat. Meat Science, 83 (4), 737-743. doi: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2009.08.026
2009
Journal Article
Effect of bleeding method and low voltage electrical stimulation on meat quality of ostriches
Hoffman, L. C., Cloete, S. W.P., van Schalkwyk, S. J. and Botha S.St.C., S. S.C. (2009). Effect of bleeding method and low voltage electrical stimulation on meat quality of ostriches. South African Journal of Animal Sciences, 39 (3), 206-213.
2009
Journal Article
Ostrich leather quality: A review
Engelbrecht, A., Hoffman, L. C., Cloete, S. W.P. and Van Schalkwyk, S. J. (2009). Ostrich leather quality: A review. Animal Production Science, 49 (7), 549-557. doi: 10.1071/EA08255
2009
Journal Article
A Comparison between the effects of day and night cropping on greater kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) meat quality
Hoffman, Louw C. and Laubscher, Liesel L. (2009). A Comparison between the effects of day and night cropping on greater kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) meat quality. African Journal of Wildlife Research, 39 (2), 164-169. doi: 10.3957/056.039.0209
2009
Journal Article
Effect of season and gender on the physical and chemical composition of black wildebeest (Connochaetus gnou) meat
Hoffman, Louw C., Schalkwyk, Sunet Van and Muller, Nina (2009). Effect of season and gender on the physical and chemical composition of black wildebeest (Connochaetus gnou) meat. African Journal of Wildlife Research, 39 (2), 170-174. doi: 10.3957/056.039.0208
2009
Book Chapter
Improving the meat quality of venison and other exotic game
Hoffman, L. C. and Mcmillin, K. W. (2009). Improving the meat quality of venison and other exotic game. Improving the Sensory and Nutritional Quality of Fresh Meat. (pp. 447-475) Elsevier Inc.. doi: 10.1533/9781845695439.3.447
2009
Journal Article
Comparing the effects on meat quality of conventional hunting and night cropping of impala (Aepyceros melampus)
Hoffman, Louw C. and Laubscher, Liesel L. (2009). Comparing the effects on meat quality of conventional hunting and night cropping of impala (Aepyceros melampus). African Journal of Wildlife Research, 39 (1), 39-47. doi: 10.3957/056.039.0105
2009
Book Chapter
Improving the quality of meat from ratites
Mcmillin, K. W. and Hoffman, L. C. (2009). Improving the quality of meat from ratites. Improving the Sensory and Nutritional Quality of Fresh Meat. (pp. 418-446) Elsevier Inc.. doi: 10.1533/9781845695439.3.418
2008
Journal Article
Sensory and preference testing of selected beef muscles infused with a phosphate and lactate blend
Hoffman, L. C., Muller, M. and Vermaak, A. (2008). Sensory and preference testing of selected beef muscles infused with a phosphate and lactate blend. Meat Science, 80 (4), 1055-1060. doi: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2008.04.025
2008
Journal Article
Effects of post mortem temperature on rigor tension, shortening and pH in ostrich muscle
Botha, S. St C., Hoffman, L. C. and Britz, T. J. (2008). Effects of post mortem temperature on rigor tension, shortening and pH in ostrich muscle. South African Journal of Animal Sciences, 38 (3), 184-192.
2008
Conference Publication
Value adding and processing of ratite meat: A review
Hoffman, L. C. (2008). Value adding and processing of ratite meat: A review. doi: 10.1071/EA08138
2008
Journal Article
The yield and nutritional value of meat from African ungulates, camelidae, rodents, ratites and reptiles
Hoffman, L. C. (2008). The yield and nutritional value of meat from African ungulates, camelidae, rodents, ratites and reptiles. Meat Science, 80 (1), 94-100. doi: 10.1016/j.meatsci.2008.05.018
2008
Journal Article
Chemical characteristics of blesbok (Damaliscus dorcas phillipsi) meat
Hoffman, Louwrens C., Smit, Karen and Muller, Nina (2008). Chemical characteristics of blesbok (Damaliscus dorcas phillipsi) meat. Journal of Food Composition and Analysis, 21 (4), 315-319. doi: 10.1016/j.jfca.2007.12.003
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Supervision
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Supervision history
Current supervision
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Doctor Philosophy
Extrinsic and intrinsic factors that influence the meat quality of goat fresh meat and products.
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Nick Hudson, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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Doctor Philosophy
Effect of physiological status on goat methane emissions
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Anne Beasley, Associate Professor Sarah Meale
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Doctor Philosophy
Screening for plastic and persistent contaminants in food and feed derived from black soldier fly larvae (BSFL) reared on food waste.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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Doctor Philosophy
Sensory optimization of plant-based meat analogues: Insights into juiciness, structure, and ingredient behaviour
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Jason Stokes, Professor Heather Smyth
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Doctor Philosophy
Evaluation of Black Soldier Fly (Hermetia illucens) Larvae as a Protein Source in Broiler Diets
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Eugeni Roura, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh
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Doctor Philosophy
Evaluation of Genetically Modified Black Soldier Fly Larvae (BSFL) as a Novel Ingredient in Dog Treats and Kibble
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Nick Hudson, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh
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Doctor Philosophy
Alternative protein ingredients to replace soybean meal for sustainable livestock production systems
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Eugeni Roura, Associate Professor Elham Assadi Soumeh
Completed supervision
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Effects of Antimicrobial and Antioxidant Activities of Australian Native Plants (Kakadu plum and Davidson plum) on the Safety and Quality of Value-added Meat Products
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Heather Smyth, Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
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2024
Doctor Philosophy
Optimising and industrialising black soldier fly (BSF) production -redirecting food waste to livestock feed production using insects
Principal Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Deirdre Mikkelsen, Associate Professor Daniel Cozzolino
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2025
Doctor Philosophy
Proximate factors of "Mushy Tuna Syndrome" in Skipjack Tuna and an Amelioration Plan for South Pacific Fishers and Processors.
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Dr Simone Blomberg, Dr Matthew Holden, Associate Professor Ian Tibbetts
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2022
Doctor Philosophy
Nutritional and Functional Quality of Flour and Proteins from Australian Acacia seed
Associate Advisor
Other advisors: Professor Mike Gidley, Dr Michael Netzel, Professor Yasmina Sultanbawa
Media
Enquiries
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- animal science
- exotic meats
- food science
- goats
- insects
- Meat Science
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