Heat stress in animals. water, shade key, said K State experts
Kansas State University specialists warn heat stress harms animals and humans, reducing growth and milk production. They urge ample clean water, shade, and ventilation. poultry benefit from moving air and nighttime feeding. Dairy cattle need fresh feed and small, frequent portions. sheep, hogs, and cattle have species specific cooling practices. The article also promotes upcoming K State Extension events and field days for agricultural economics, weed science, and pesticide drift avoidance.
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K-State Research and Extension
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K-State Animal Science
Farmers weigh voluntary air monitoring plan in Missouri
Hog farmer Bill Kessler sees four years of amnesty for a $200 upfront fee under a federal program to monitor emissions from hog poultry dairy and egg farms. EPA enrollment remains low with 832 signed as of July 20, while critics say existing laws already cover enforcement and many farmers find the rules unclear and burdensome.
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Environmental Integrity Group
Southwest Missouri
Larry Purdon
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Researcher evaluates cow emissions in UC bubble study
In Davis California researcher Frank Mitloehner tests bovine VOC emissions by placing cows in a bubble to quantify pollution. California dairy farms face new state rules linking emissions to permit requirements and controls. The San Joaquin Valley district plans to set a revised emission factor per cow, moving from 12.8 to about 20.6 pounds annually.
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Frank Mitloehner
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Mitloehner
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San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
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