Cooler Days Ease Heat Stress at Fair | Jefferson City News

Cooler temps are giving Boone County Fair animals and exhibitors a much-needed reprieve from summer’s heat, with cattle like Charlie Hazelrigg’s breathing easier and showing more comfort. Exhibitors are armed with strategies—plenty of water, fans, shade—to combat heat stress, even for newcomers like Gulian Garret, who’s learned to feed smaller, more frequent meals on hot days. But relief is temporary: hotter weather looms as the fair winds down, reminding everyone to stay vigilant and compassionate with the animals. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fe031a555b8876fd