Reducing heat stress in dairy cows through sprinkler and fan cooling

L. W. Turner, J. P. Chastain, R. W. Hernken, R. S. Gates, W. L. Crist

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Abstract

Heat stress in dairy cows can reduce both cow comfort and milk production. Sprinkler and fan cooling offers promise as means of reducing heat stress in cows. This article describes a sprinkler and fan cooling system installed at a feed bunk and evaluates system performance in a temperature, humid climate. The results indicate the system increased cow comfort and milk production during the test period.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)251-256
Number of pages6
JournalApplied Engineering in Agriculture
Volume8
Issue number2
StatePublished - Mar 1992
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Engineering(all)

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