Ventilation of agricultural structures
Last updated on January 8, 2021Ventilation is required to control temperature and humidity and to remove gases that are harmful to both animals and humans.
Properly designed and installed fans, inlets and controls minimize energy losses and ensure an environment that optimizes growth and comfort. Beneficial ventilation practices may also reduce the impacts that noise, dust and odour cause on neighbours. Management of heat, humidity and gases within greenhouses and other crop production facilities is also key to maximizing plant growth.
Read the following publications to learn more about ventilation in farm buildings:
Management practices associated with ventilation of agricultural structures enhance human, livestock and poultry health as well as mitigating nuisance complaints related to odour, dust and noise.
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