Many parts of the U.S. have already experienced temperatures in the 80’s. Five tips from Mark Oberreuter are good reminders to ensure hogs have an optimal environment during hot weather.
Have your fans, shutters and other cooling system components ready, so that if hot weather is expected, your pigs can stay cool and at their highest levels of productivity.”
Source: PORK, May 16, 2022. Link.
INSIGHTS: Environmental reminders often make a big difference in the health and productivity of production animals. Consider sharing articles like this one as ad hoc communications when the weather forecast includes rising temperatures. Producers are busy like animal health pros and appreciate a nudge to get things done. When rain stops field work, ventilation cleaning and maintenance can be done proactively.