An innovative, new animal welfare product recently installed at the Texas Tech University Beef Center is providing researchers a unique opportunity to evaluate the impact that shade can have on animal health and wellness. The shade system was developed by an Australian company that focuses on animal welfare products and solutions for livestock producers. After learning about the system, faculty and staff in the Department of Animal and Food Sciences recognized its potential benefits and installed one for the cattle at the Beef Center. Read more…
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