Animals will swallow the sensor, which will remain lodged in the reticulum for life. But low-tech methods of detecting heat stress are also available to producers. You can use a stopwatch to count breaths and get an indication of stress levels, Spiers says. Set up sprayers to wet cattle. Keep airflow in the pens unrestricted in the summer.
Control flies and parasites to reduce stress.
Provide shaded areas and be sure plenty of water is available. Do not process animals past the early morning. Market in a timely fashion. Click here . We'd like to hear from you.