AEN-150: Understanding Soil Mechanics to Improve Beef Cattle Winter-Feeding Areas and Production

Morgan Hayes, Steve Higgins | May. 14, 2020 (New)

Understanding soil mechanics and management in winter-feeding areas could improve beef cattle production, with less effort on the producer and cattle. This publication is intended to guide evaluating soil strength for winter-feeding areas, the pollution potential of winter-feeding areas, and to provide solutions for correcting structural deficiencies and reducing mud on both the ground and on the cattle.

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ID-261: Are Common Stall Fans Effective? Orientation, Placement, and Fan Style

Bob Coleman, Morgan Hayes, Staci McGill, Kimberly Tumlin | May. 13, 2020 (New)

During summer months, horse owners hang fans around their barn and stalls in an effort to increase air movement to reduce temperature and flies in stall areas. These fans typically are 20-inch 3-speed box fans or 20-inch high velocity mounted fans. Both fans are easy to find at any home improvement or big box store and are ready to use with little to no assembly. But are these commonly used fans really serving these intended purposes?

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AEN-148: Considerations in Goat Barn Design

Morgan Hayes, Katie Jackson, Joe Taraba | Mar. 30, 2020 (New)

Farmers who raise goats for meat or milk need guidance in the interrelated tasks of choosing a barn design and managing temperatures for their herd. Barn orientation, ventilation design, and stocking density are all important considerations which impact goats socially and physiologically, potentially impacting production. While other species are relatively well studied in these areas, research on goats is somewhat limited. The goal of this publication is to provide recommendations drawn from research in goats and sufficiently similar species.

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AEN-149: Heat Stress in Goats

Morgan Hayes, Katie Jackson, Joe Taraba | Mar. 30, 2020 (New)

Heat stress is prevalent in most livestock species, but especially in dairy animals where large quantities of energy are necessary to sustain milk production. Both dairy goats in lactation and meat goats, which are being fed for growth, are susceptible to heat stress. Knowing the physiological signs to observe (like panting or excessive drinking) can make heat stress more apparent.

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AEN-145: Designing or Reworking Your Cattle-handling Facilities: A Checklist for Success

Morgan Hayes, Joshua Jackson | Feb. 3, 2020 (New)

Cattle-handling facilities should be designed to match the management goals of the operation. The safety of workers and cattle should be the highest priority when designing or reworking a handling facility. A well-designed facility will make working cattle faster, safer, less labor intensive, and less frustrating.

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ID-259: Suitable Spaces for Indoor Horse Activities

Bob Coleman, Morgan Hayes, Staci McGill | Oct. 14, 2019 (New)

Many horse owners involved in the industry look for an indoor arena in which to work horses regardless of weather. These facilities might be at home or at a community location for many riders to access. The following highlights some common characteristics and requirements of indoor arenas. While these act as minimums, many disciplines and activities may require additional investment in facilities, such as larger dimensions, more lighting, special footing, etc.

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AEN-139: Kentucky Wind Directions and Magnitudes: A Tool for Siting Barns

Matthew Dixon, Morgan Hayes, Joshua Jackson | May. 13, 2019 (New)

Wind is variable in time and space. This is especially true across the state of Kentucky, considering the geographical variety from the Eastern Kentucky mountains to the flatter grain production region in Western Kentucky. In particular, there is a region of potentially variable wind around Cincinnati, near the Ohio River. In trying to account for this variability, monthly wind maps across the state of Kentucky have been developed using the past 30 years of recorded wind data. These data can be used to assist in site evaluations for barns and planning farmstead layouts. Knowing wind speed and direction will help optimize the natural ventilation taking place within agricultural buildings.