Average UK temperatures are on the rise, prompting a warning for farmers to keep an eye on the temperatures of their sheds \u2013 paying particular attention to dairy sheds and broilers.<\/p>\n
According to DEFRA, an increase in body temperature of just 4\u00b0C can result in fatalities for chickens, while temperatures of 42\u00b0C and above can prove fatal for cows.<\/p>\n
Duncan Burl, of ventilation and heating specialist Hydor, said: \u201cThe soaring temperatures we\u2019re currently experiencing can prove a challenge to livestock.<\/p>\n
\u201cProductivity can decline at temperatures from 25\u00b0C upwards in the average cow and even lower in high yielding animals, so it\u2019s essential that careful monitoring of heat levels takes place regularly during the hotter months.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hydor recommend watching out for key warning signs of heat stress in animals; including increased water consumption, panting and drooling in cows, and chickens with raised wings or which are avoiding other birds.<\/p>\n
As well as regular monitoring, effective and well-maintained ventilation can improve atmospheric conditions in animal sheds, with outdated or faulty ventilation equipment blamed for many temperature spikes.<\/p>\n
If a problem with your ventilation or other equipment causes lost productivity or even fatalities, your losses could be covered by your agricultural business interruption insurance. Get in touch with [NAME OF BROKER] to find out more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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