Keep Your Dairy Cows Chill: Tackling Chronic Stress for Healthier Herds

Did you know that chronic stress is a silent threat to your dairy cows' well-being? Chris Gwyn from Jefo Nutrition, featured in Successful Farming magazine, sheds light on how stress leads to major health issues and what you can do to help your herd thrive.

Spotting stress in your dairy cows

Just like us, cows face stress from various sources. While they can often cope with a single stressor, multiple stressors can weaken their immune system, making them more susceptible to diseases. The key to keeping your herd healthy lies in stress reduction and boosting their immune defenses.

Proactive stress management tips

Chris Gwyn suggests that as cows near transition phases, it's beneficial to boost their diet with specific supplements. Focus on increasing pro-active amino acids, vitamins A and B, and selenium—these nutrients are essential for fortifying the immune system during these challenging times.

For a deeper dive into effective stress management strategies and to ensure your herd remains healthy and robust, explore the full article.

Article originally published by Successful Farming magazine/Agriculture.com. Reprinted with permission. Copyright Meredith Corporation 2023. All rights reserved.