Characteristics of Trailer Thermal Environment during Commercial Swine Transport Managed under U.S. Industry Guidelines

Transport is a critical factor in modern pork production and can seriously affect swine welfare. While previous research has explored thermal conditions during transport, the impact of extreme weather conditions on the trailer thermal environment under industry practices has not been well documented...

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Main Authors: Yijie Xiong, Angela Green, Richard S. Gates
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-04-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/5/2/226