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Whether you only have a few head of livestock or operate a large commercial farm, preparing your livestock barn for the winter season is vital. Being proactive and winterizing your barn will allow you to keep your animals safe during the … read more

Flies are among the most common farm pests and can be found around the world. Fly infestations can cause considerable economic damage to poultry operations, including reducing the quality of eggs, irritating livestock, and spreading dise … read more

Temperature swings are often one of the biggest challenges in greenhouse growing. The external climate can become too demanding, thus greenhouses might require additional heating. In areas with especially harsh winters, a heating system … read more

Compared to raising other livestock animals, pigs generally require less maintenance. However, there are still many important tasks that need to be completed to keep your pig barn running efficiently.Routine maintenance is a reality of p … read more

The concept of a greenhouse is relatively simple: a structure that captures heat from the sun to provide a stable, year-round climate for growing crops. Despite their apparent simplicity, greenhouses require a lot of knowledge and suppli … read more

Greenhouses create an ideal climate for year-round plant growing. Because of their design, greenhouses maintain stable temperatures and ample light during times of the year when warmth and sunlight are in short supply. However, sometimes … read more

A greenhouse provides the ideal climate for optimal plant growth. While every species of plants have their own growth needs, generally, a greenhouse should maintain a steady day temperature between 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit. Depending on … read more

Operating a greenhouse can be rewarding and lucrative, but it’s also challenging. There are many unique facets and a lot of fundamentals that must be understood to be successful. We’ll share more information on some of these fundamentals … read more

LED lighting is a relatively new technology. However, in the last decade LEDs have become more accessible, and their use has quickly expanded. Today, LED lamps are common in a range of applications, including agriculture.From greenhouses … read more

In warmer climates and during hotter months, keeping livestock cool can be particularly challenging. If a barn becomes too hot or humid, this can lead to heat stress. In turn, heat stress can have negative impacts on the health of many t … read more