Rising costs are reshaping dairy nutrition strategies as milkfat levels continue to increase across U.S. herds. This episode examines how supply chain pressures and renewable diesel demand are influencing fat economics, while highlighting how different fatty acids affect intake, component efficiency, reproduction and overall return on investment.

Key takeaway: Diets balanced for functional fatty acids and efficiency, rather than cost per ton, are critical for protecting cow performance and profitability in volatile fat markets.

Season 8, Episode 22

This episode is sponsored by Actus Nutrition, innovators of precision dairy nutrition solutions. Actus proudly manufactures Energy Booster and RPMet, category leading supplements that help farmers maximize their milk check. To learn more about other nutrition products by Actus, such as custom milk replacer products, visit https://actus.com/livestock/specialty-ingredients/

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