The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast - Sue Hagenson: Heat Stress Management & Cow Comfort | Ep. 62

the dairy health blackbelt podcast Aug 19, 2026

In this episode of The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, Sue Hagenson, Senior Dairy Consultant at inBarn Solutions, explains how cow comfort, ventilation, and targeted cooling shape dairy performance during heat stress. She discusses early behavioral warning signs, holding pen priorities, fan and soaking mistakes, and how to create barn environments that support healthier and more productive cows. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:  

  • Heat stress signs
  • Cow comfort strategies
  • Cooling system priorities
  • Ventilation mistakes
  • Smart cooling results

 

Meet the guest:

Sue Hagenson is a Senior Dairy Consultant and Cow Comfort Specialist at inBarn Solutions Inc. with more than 30 years of international dairy industry experience. She specializes in cow comfort, heat stress management, barn ventilation, and cooling system performance, helping dairy producers improve herd wellbeing, productivity, resource efficiency, and farm profitability through practical, science-based solutions. Listen to Sue Hagenson on The Dairy Health Blackbelt Podcast, available on all major platforms. 

 

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