In the livestock farming scene combating the cold wave... "A single heat lamp is a lifeline for livestock"

Published 2025년 11월 12일

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[Agricultural and Fisheries Technology Newspaper=Reporter Nara Park] As winter cold waves continue to hit without respite, the Chungnam Agricultural Technology Institute has urged livestock farmers to thoroughly manage and prevent against the cold. Emphasizing the importance of on-site implementation of the "three major management rules (keeping warm, ventilation, and fire prevention)" for the health of livestock and to prevent barn fires, the institute stated, "With the recent sharp drop in temperatures, there is a significant risk of decreased immunity in major livestock such as Hanwoo cattle, dairy cows, and pigs." They added, "It is crucial to ensure that basic management, including maintaining warmth inside the barn, ventilation, and checking heating equipment, is carried out perfectly." Especially for young pigs that huddle under heat lamps to maintain body temperature, temperature management is directly linked to their survival.

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The Chungnam Provincial Agricultural Technology Institute emphasized management tips for livestock barns to prevent winter livestock damage as cold spells frequently hit. Focusing on the "three management rules (insulation, ventilation, fire prevention)" for maintaining livestock health and preventing barn fires, on-site implementation is crucial. The provincial agricultural technology institute stated, "With the recent sharp drop in temperature, there is a high risk of reduced immunity in major livestock such as Hanwoo cattle, dairy cows, and pigs," and emphasized, "It is necessary to ensure perfect basic management, including maintaining insulation in the barn, ventilation, and checking heating equipment." Especially for young pigs that gather under heat lamps to maintain body temperature, temperature management is directly linked to survival. In winter, energy consumption for maintaining body temperature increases, so the amount of feed should be increased compared to usual, ...
Source: Aflnews

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