We all know that cows are sensitive to heat stress, with cumulative, negative effects that compromise both cow productivity and farm profitability. It’s important that both humidity and temperature (THI) are taken into consideration when measuring heat stress levels because humidity will affect at what temperature cows become heat stressed.

With winter behind us and warmer days coming our way, this is the time of year when you should be checking your fans to ensure they are working at their best. Spending the time now on preventative fan maintenance can, and will, save you a lot of trouble and money down the road.