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826: Managing Heat Stress with your Animals - A Garden Chat

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826: Managing Heat Stress with your AnimalsA Garden Chat with Judith Horvath.In This Podcast: We chat with Judith Horvath, a former business executive turned regenerative farmer, focuses on helping new farmers and creating a resilient local food supply chain. They chat about managing summertime heat stress in various farm animals such as sheep, goats, chickens, and turkeys. Key practices mentioned include maintaining clean and cool water, using misting fans, providing loose salt and minerals, and using methods like cold watermelon to help animals stay hydrated and cool. The importance of observing animal behavior and routine for early detection of stress signs is emphasized. Additionally, Judith shares insights based on her experience and expertise in regenerative farming and offers resources for managing internal parasites in farm animals. Need a little bit of advice or just a feedback on your design for your yard or garden?The Urban Farm Team is offering consults over the phone or zoom. Get the benefits