DairyTalk 427: Fans are no longer enough: how weak heat management limits dairy performance - by Helmut Demmelhuber

DairyTalk by Helmut Demmelhuber · May 13, 2026 · 21m

This podcast episode draws on several technical articles examining heat stress management in modern dairy farming. It explores why rising temperatures are no longer just an animal comfort issue, but a major economic production factor. The analysis highlights how heat stress directly affects feed intake, fertility, and milk yield, increasing pressure on herd performance. It also shows that effective cooling requires more than fans alone, relying instead on integrated systems, proper maintenance, and water management. Ultimately, successful heat stress control depends on combining technology…