Swine Lighting Program Guide
Use this Swine Lighting Program Guide as a quick reference for planning lighting for swine buildings. Follow the steps in order, adapt them to your barns, and check source guidance for details.
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The steps on this page
- Know the room's use
- Check natural light
- Plan fixtures per room
- Keep worker areas bright
- Use controls and timers
- Plan breeding and farrowing light
- Watch pig behavior
- Keep fixtures clean
- Replace bulbs on schedule
- Record program changes
How to use this guide
Walk a new hand through the steps once, then let them use the page on their own. Add your own notes as you learn what works.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA.
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