Animal welfare benefits of feedlot shade – a short review

MLA and the Australian Lot Feeders’ Association (ALFA) have identified a need for an increase in industry knowledge and understanding of the animal welfare benefits of providing shade in beef feedlots. Continuous improvement of animal welfare is essential for maintaining consumer and community support for grain-fed beef. The Australian feedlot industry is interested to develop easy to understand resources for lot feeders on feedlot shade.