Time to observe pastures and cattle. Time to set up paddocks. Time to think about where the cattle will be tomorrow, next week etc. A support or management team that believes in you and in your goals. The cows need to be moved constantly which requires time and dedication.
Hot weather is difficult to have cows actively grazing.
A backup housing system is still a good idea for extreme weather. If you are just plain tired of milking cows and are looking for a change, you could possibly change the focus of your business into a dairy support business. If you don t like any of these options and you can t seem to think of any other alternatives to keep you in business may be it is simply time to sell the business and work for someone else. If you are still connected to the land and the farm there are plenty of other dairymen and crop farmers looking for someone with your work ethic and experience. You have nothing to be ashamed of and lots to be proud of.