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Much of the research and investigation regarding hoop structures has been documented in a variety of publications. Most of the published literature relates to hoop structures for swine; to see these publications, click here. The publications related to hoop structures for other livestock can be found on this page.

Currently, none of these publications have an electronic version available. Check back for updates. The MidWest Plan Service publications can be purchased by visiting www.mwps.org.

MidWest Plan Service Publications

Harmon, J.D., M.S. Honeyman, and B. Koenig. 2004. Hoop Barns for Horses, Sheep, Ratites, and Multiple Utilization. AED-52. MidWest Plan Service, Iowa State Univ., Ames, IA.
Wheeler, E., B. Koenig, J.D. Harmon, P. Murphy, and D. Freeman. 2005. Horse Facilities Handbook. MWPS-60. MidWest Plan Service, Iowa State Univ., Ames, IA.
1994. Sheep Housing and Equipment Handbook. MWPS-3. MidWest Plan Service, Iowa State Univ., Ames, IA.

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