Heat stress adaptations in pigs

Implications • Heat stress is a global issue constraining animal agriculture productivity, negatively affects welfare, and reduces production efficiency in many countries. • The effects of heat stress on pig production will intensify, if climate change continues as predicted. • To date, modifying the environment is the most effective way to mitigate the effects of heat stress. • Identifying additional strategies (nutritional and genetics) to maximize pork production during the warm summer months is necessary to satiate a growing demand for high quality meat for human consumption