Dairy Heat Stress

There are a number of ways to support cows through stretches of heat stress, including nutritionally.

The recent historic high milk prices have been overshadowed by the feed costs that continue to climb. However, producer, Ryan Junio, owner of Four J Jerseys, number one concern is water scarcity facing California.

Extra water – along with a possible electrolyte boost -- is never more important than in the heat of summer.

As the thermometer starts to creep its way into the upper 80s, 90s or even the 100°F mark, nobody wants to put in physical work during the hottest part of the day - cows included.