Case Study: Stott Family

For decades, the Stott family has wholeheartedly embraced farming, viewing it not only as a profession but as a way of life. Led by the proud 3rd generation farming family, which includes Kevin, Jeff, and Don Stott, along with the next generation of farmers, John and Ira, the farm has recently expanded its operations near [...]

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Understanding ECM Fans

Proper barn ventilation is critical for ensuring optimal climate conditions and air quality in livestock facilities. Whether you manage a small, single-barn farm or a, multiunit livestock facility, sufficient ventilation is critical for livestock health. Farmers can create conditions that support the health, comfort, and performance of their animals by using a strategic combination of [...]

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Case Study: Irvin Waldner

Irvin Waldner, a dedicated hog farmer from Grand Farms, has been immersed in the hog industry for nearly two decades. He and his barn team oversee a modern hog barn, nurturing 650 sows from farrow to finish. His primary focus is on raising hogs, ensuring their well-being, and producing high-quality meat for the market. Journey [...]

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Cross-Ventilation Systems

Ventilation is critical to the health and production of animals in modern farming operations. Livestock producers are continuously looking for efficient and cost-effective ways to keep their barns in optimal environmental condition. In this article we are going to look at cross ventilation, also called cross tunnel ventilation. Introduction to cross ventilation Cross ventilation barns [...]

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