Heat stress research to find the best solutions: Trial update from Scott Farm | Ep. 118
Animal • 18 Feb 2026 • 26:59 min
Heat stress is a growing challenge on our dairy farms, and the impact on your farm could be bigger than you think. In this episode, you’ll hear how DairyNZ’s summer trial at Scott Farm is testing common mitigation tools, and assessing their return on investment, to find the best solutions.
Animal scientist Dr Charlotte Reed and senior animal care specialist Jac McGowan break down the research and share their early insights and observations from the trials. They also share current information and practical solutions you can use right now to keep your cows comfortable and productive in the heat.
Heat Stress research and current information
DairyNZ invests in heat stress research to give you evidence behind the solutions that improve cow comfort, protect performance, and support sustainable, future ready farm systems.
Read more about heat stress research in action at DairyNZ
Get current information for reducing heat stress in your dairy cows
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