McConalogue urges farmers to take steps to protect their livestock during hot weather
From Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
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Charlie McConalogue, the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, has advised to farmers to take steps to protect their livestock during the hot weather:
"While the recent good weather is welcomed by the farming community across the country, we must remember that high temperatures can cause significant stress for livestock. It is important that farmers consider the extra steps needed to take care of their animals in these circumstances, making them comfortable and avoiding serious health and welfare problems arising due to the heat."
Key points to reduce the impact of high temperatures on animals:
Ensure plentiful supply of drinking water.
Ensure access to suitable shade or shelter.
Minimise handling and transport.
Intensively housed species (pigs and poultry) need additional checks.
Monitor livestock closely for health issues or heat stress.