Extreme Heatwaves May Cause Global Decline in Dairy Production, Scientists Warn
Israel-based study finds that by 2050 average daily milk production could be reduced by 4% as a result of worsening heat stress
Dairy production will be threatened by the increasing frequency and intensity of heatwaves, a study has found.
Drawing on records from more than 130,000 cows over a period of 12 years, the researchers report that extreme heat reduces dairy cows’ ability to produce milk by 10%.
Just one hour of wet-bulb temperature – a measure that combines air temperature and humidity – above 26C...
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