Encapsulated Niacin Helps with Heat Stress
In addition to the work done at the University of Arizona a field trial was conducted (200 cows per treatment) using Niashure (12 g/head/day. Results include higher milk fat and protein in addition to lower rectal temperature.
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Potassium's Role in Fighting Heat Stress
Research has shown that a positive DCAD (between +35 and +45 meq/100g of ration dry matter) increases fat-corrected milk. Added potassium increases DCAD in the ration and also helps sweating, as potassium is the primary regulator of sweat gland secretion. Suggested potassium feeding rate is 1.8% during periods of high ambient temperature.
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Click here for the Church and Dwight summary of potassium and heat stress |
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