Effect of Orientation, Ventilation, Floor Space Allowance and Cooling Arrangement on Milk Yield and Microclimate of Dairy Shed in Goa

Impact of climate change (heat stress) on livestock: adaptation and mitigation strategies for sustainable production

“…However, corrugated steel sheet is the most popular shade material because of its better durability and low maintenance requirements. Das et al (2015) observed in a study that orientation of cattle shed has significant effect on microclimate of shed and milk yield of crossbred cow in coastal region. Cattle sheds should be designed and orientated in such a way that the animals are exposed to a large proportion of the cool sky.…”

“…This is achieved by the absence of objects, such as nearby buildings, heavy wooden fences etc, which absorb heat and radiate it onto the animals. False ceiling with low cost materials in the shed was proved in a study to reduce heat stress in cattle and buffalo (Das et al 2015).…”

“…So, increasing air movement with fans in the cattle shed, help to increase animal comfort and milk production. Fan should be fitted in cattle house @ one fan / 25 sq meter of space at a height of 8 -9 ft from the floor (Das et al 2015).…”

Impact of Climate Change on Livestock, Various Adaptive and Mitigative Measures for Sustainable Livestock Production

“…Das et al [17] observed in a study that orientation of cattle shed has significant effect on microclimate of shed and milk yield of crossbred cow in coastal region. Cattle shades should be designed and orientated in such a way that the animals are exposed to a large proportion of the cool sky.…”

“…This is achieved by the absence of objects, such as nearby buildings, heavy wooden fences etc, which absorb heat and radiate it onto the animals. False ceiling with low cost materials in the shed was proved in a study to reduce heat stress in cattle and buffalo [17].…”