As we head into 2025, silage piles are being opened and many producers are feeding 2024 harvested forages. This transitional period brings nutritional concerns along with the potential for wild spoilage yeasts and bacteria to emerge. It's an ideal moment to recognize the crucial link between silage fermentation, gut health, and overall herd performance and well-being.

By understanding the reasons that can lead to a fall slump of production and implementing strategic changes with Lallemand’s CleanFeed approach, dairy producers can maintain steady milk and component yields. Focus on clean, high-quality feed, hygienic practices and optimizing rumen function to achieve greater efficiency of production, which translates to significant financial benefits.

Heat stress affects dairy cows beyond reduced milk yield, impacting immune function, reproductive health and fetal development. This toll ultimately affects your bottom line, potentially for years to come.

Cows, with their lineage tracing back to the Ice Age, thrive in cooler temperatures ranging from 40-60° Fahrenheit (°F)/4.4 – 15.6 ° Celsius (°C). As summer temperatures soar, highly productive cows face heat stress challenges and that becomes more challenging when fed unstable, heated and spoiled feed. This feed is a breeding ground for harmful microbes, compromising intake, performance and profitability. Understanding the risks of unstable feed and taking appropriate steps to minimize issues is crucial to safeguard cattle health and bolster the bottom line.