A monoslope barn is one type of housing system for confinement feedlots. A monoslope barn has a roof line that is higher on the side of the feed bunk, which usually faces the south, for winter sun exposure and slopes down towards the back of the barn, usually facing north, for shade in the summer.

Monoslope barn

Credit: Dr. Amy Radunz

Digital Credit: Dr. Amy Radunz

Publisher: University of Wisconsin - River Falls

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Description: A monoslope barn is one type of housing system for confinement feedlots. A monoslope barn has a roof line that is higher on the side of the feed bunk, which usually faces the south, for winter sun exposure and slopes down towards the back of the barn, usually facing north, for shade in the summer.

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