Heat Stress Hits Dairy Farms | Bristol News

Dairy farmers are battling record-breaking heat that’s slashing milk production by up to 20% as stressed cows struggle in the swelter. To cope, they’re pouring cash—sometimes £15,000—into industrial fans and “cow showers” to keep herds cool. But it’s not just about comfort: dry spells are killing grass, forcing farmers to use winter feed early and sacrifice nutritional quality. Generations-old farms and even young farmers like a 20-year-old are witnessing permanent shifts—once-lush fields now parched and barren. Even ice cream makers feel the sting: hotter summers boost sales, but heat-stressed cows mean less milk. Farmers are adapting fast, turning resilience into their new mission, proving their unwavering commitment to their animals and the food chain. 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/5e8a19ae903da29c