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Heat stress is a major concern for poultry producers in areas of the country that experience high temperatures. Recent heat waves across the U.S. have further highlighted the need for effective cooling systems when ambient temperatures r … read more

The COVID-19 pandemic has proven that the world economy is complex, and an infectious disease can cause widespread impacts in almost every industry. For animal producers, limiting the spread of infectious disease through biosecurity meas … read more

In today’s market, hog production must operate as efficiently as possible to remain competitive. In most climates across the country, housing is essential to the health, safety, and efficiency of any swine farm.Because housing is crucial … read more

Disease control is crucial for a successful swine operation. For this reason, proper biosecurity protocols must be treated as a critical health and safety factor.In this article we review the core biosecurity measures that should be impl … read more

Evaporation is a natural cooling process. In fact, when mammals sweat, they’re employing this principle to lower their body temperature.In livestock barns, evaporative cooling systems rely on cellulose pads to cool air pulled in by fans. … read more

Dairy foggers, also known as “misters”, are devices that use pressurized water to disperse a fog or mist throughout a barn or other livestock facility. Foggers can also be used in greenhouses.Foggers serve several purposes, and their ver … read more

Flies are a problem pest in poultry houses, horse stalls, and livestock barns. If left unchecked, flies can irritate animals, cause infections, and even spread diseases.Knowing how and when to properly use fly traps can help make elimina … read more

Summer means warmer weather and milder conditions for many parts of the country. While this can be a relief from winter, the summer is also a prime time for certain pests.Warm weather pests range from insects to rodents — and each can be … read more

Water is the most important nutrient for the health of livestock. Contaminated livestock drinking water can cause illness, impact production, and lower profits.For this reason, ensuring your livestock’s water is clean and safe is a top p … read more

Starting a small farm in your backyard is a great hobby and can even become an introduction to homesteading or larger agricultural operations. But, if you’re thinking about starting small, you need to be sure your hobby farm has all of t … read more