Barns
Reduce the buildup of humidity that occurs in dairy barns in the winter by maintaining an appropriate interior temperature, managing ridge ventilation and increasing the air exchange.
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Incorporate these design considerations for rotary parlor facilities
Consider these design specs when planning for a rotary milking facility. Doing so before breaking ground may help reduce the headaches and cost of the project.
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Designing the right facility for your dairy operation
Questions to ask and people to consult when designing and constructing new facilities or an addition to current facilities.
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Increase early lactation milk production with short-day lighting during the dry period
Utilizing short-day lighting in barns housing dry cows for the entire 60-day dry period may positively impact milk production during the upcoming lactation.
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Practical heat stress management tips
Israeli dairy producers keep cows cool by ensuring each cow has enough space, utilizing a “cooling cycle,” creating a cooling shed on the farm and paying attention to where on the farm cows can become overheated.
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Key factors to consider for building a parlor expansion
Evaluating current facilities and goals can help you decide if a parlor update or an expansion is the best fit for your farm.
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A 6-step guide to successful farm construction projects
Some pre-planning before breaking ground on a new construction project can improve the outcome and ease stress throughout the process when everyone is aligned on expectations.
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Using technology to create an animal-centered environment
Automation and technology can make barns more comfortable for cows.
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Cool your cows from the inside out
The negative effects of heat stress on cows are wide-ranging, but reproduction effects alone can have a significant impact on a dairy.
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Heat stress and the often-forgotten heifers
In addition to providing adequate drinking water and shade, evaporative cooling can be an effective heat abatement strategy for cows and heifers on pasture.
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