Impact of floor type on odour emissions in hog production: evaluating average emissions and quantifying their reduction in hog finishing barns
Stéphane Godbout
Researcher
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Description
The objective of the project was to demonstrate that next generation hog barn design (slatted floors over 2/3 or more of the area) generate less odor.
Objective(s)
- Develop a simpler method of measuring odor emissions
- Quantify odour emissions from hog finishing barns based on the type of floor used
From 2016 to 2017
Project duration
Livestock production
Activity areas
Animal welfare, Air quality
Services
IRDA’s work helps farmers make their investments more profitable by increasing the useful life of farm buildings designed with animal welfare in mind.
Partner
Centre de développement du porc du Québec
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