Extreme heat: Agriculture Ministry warns of heat stress threatening livestock
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- Tunisia’s Agriculture Ministry warned farmers that extreme heat could cause thermal stress among livestock from Sept. 7 to 13, 2026.
- Poultry, rabbits and dairy cows face particular risks as temperatures of 30 to 41°C combine with high humidity, according to the National Institute of Meteorology.
Tunisia’s Agriculture Ministry has warned livestock farmers to prepare for heat stress between Sept. 7 and 13, 2026.
The ministry’s General Administration of Veterinary Services identified poultry, rabbits and dairy cows among the animals most at risk.
The National Institute of Meteorology expects temperatures ranging from 30°C to 41°C during the period. High humidity will intensify the threat to the country’s livestock.
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