Prepping barns for winter
During the colder months, swine barns are always faced with what Ramirez calls a “conundrum of energy efficiency versus air quality.”
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During the colder months, swine barns are always faced with what Ramirez calls a “conundrum of energy efficiency versus air quality.”
As colder weather approaches, now is a good time for producers to do ventilation inspection and maintenance on their livestock buildings.
As weather gets colder, it’s critical to get barns ready for winter to help reduce heating costs and provide a good environment for the pigs.
Hogs are particularly susceptible to heat, and it's critical to control their environments.
Ramirez cautioned swine producers that because each barn, system may be different, not all recommendations might be appropriate.