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Combating the effects of heat stress in dairy cows

Climate change and weather extremes are becoming an increasing issue, not only in the warmer regions but also in more temperate countries.

Heat stress makes it difficult for dairy cows to remove heat from their bodies, which can have consequences for health and productivity.

Cows can actually tolerate temporary, short-term increases in temperature and humidity as long as they quickly return to more comfortable levels.

PROVIDE A HIGHLY DIGESTIBLE FEED AND A BALANCED RATION WHILE MAINTAINING A SAFE FORAGE-TOCONCENTRATE RATIO

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