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Heat stress in pregnant dairy cows could impact autumn-born calves

High temperatures are now more likely and less predictable so dairy farmers need to be prepared to combat the negative impact of heat stress on health and productivity in their herds

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The effects of heat stress during gestation can be significant.
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The effects of heat stress during gestation can be significant.

Animal health experts are warning that this summer's high temperatures could have long-lasting consequences for autumn-born calves, with heat stress in pregnant cows linked to weaker immunity, poorer growth...

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