Tag: heat stress

Heat stress and endotoxin challenges are becoming increasingly critical in modern dairy farming. Rising temperatures not only reduce feed intake and milk quality but...

Heat stress in pigs poses a significant threat to welfare, performance and farm profitability. Pigs’ unique physiology makes them especially vulnerable, impacting feed intake,...

Managing heat stress in swine and ruminants remains a growing concern as rising temperatures negatively affect growth, fertility and milk production. Recent trials highlight...

Traditional strategies for heat stress management often rely on physical cooling methods such as fans, misters, and shade structures. While these are important, they...

Supporting poultry during heat stress requires a multi-faceted strategy addressing both environmental and nutritional factors. When high temperatures and humidity exceed birds’ tolerance, their...

Modern high-yielding dairy cows, while genetically superior, exhibit increased susceptibility to metabolic disorders and fertility issues. Maintaining optimal gut health is paramount in mitigating...

One of the primary mechanisms through which heat stress negatively impacts poultry is the activation of the body's inflammatory response. Inflammation in the gut...

Optimizing energy metabolism in fattening pigs is crucial for profitability, as 70% of feed costs are energy-related. S.c. var. boulardii CNCM I-1079 ( LEVUCELL...

Heat stressed poultry need to dissipate excess body heat and will exhibit certain behaviors to indicate that they are overheated. Poultry will exhibit increased...

Small ruminant farming (sheep and goats) is an important and developing market and has the potential for further optimalisation and efficiency gains. This requires...