G05-1582 How to Reduce Heat Stress in Dairy Cattle

Authors

Jeffrey F. Keown, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Paul J. Kononoff, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Richard J. Grant, University of Nebraska - Lincoln

Date of this Version

2005

Comments

© 2005, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

Four ways to reduce heat stress and maintain production and fertility in dairy cattle.

Heat stress is one of the leading causes of decreased production and fertility in Nebrasks dairy cattle during summer months. These losses are apparent in the decreased amount of milk shipped, increased days open and decreased breedings per conception. Some heat stress is unavoidable, but effects can be minimized if certain management practices are followed.