How to feed cows scientifically with poor appetite in summer

The high temperature in summer should improve the dietary structure of dairy cows, feed less hay as much as possible and reduce the amount of roughage. Increase the content of protein and fat in the diet, appropriately increase the content of corn, bean cake and fishmeal in the formula feed, so that the protein concentration is about 4% higher than the normal level, and should also be fed more green succulent feed, such as high-quality grass, carrots, potatoes and so on.

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Green feed is rich in carbohydrates and a lot of water, which is not only palatable, but also can quench thirst, which is very beneficial to heat prevention and heat stress relief of dairy cows. At the same time, the concentrate can be made into porridge for feeding. Porridge has good palatability, which can increase the feed intake of dairy cows, which is beneficial to the digestion and absorption of dairy cows, thus greatly improving the effective utilization rate of feed.

The noon temperature in summer is higher and the appetite of dairy cows is lower, so the feeding time should also be adjusted. On cooler nights and early mornings, dairy cows account for 75% and 80% of the total daily feed intake. Therefore, it is best to add more materials in the morning and evening to increase the feed intake of dairy cows and meet their nutritional needs.

Mung bean soup has the effect of clearing heat and detoxification, preventing heat and cooling. Use 1-1.5 kg of fresh mung beans, add 4-5 kg of water, boil for 1-2 hours, add 40 kg of clean drinking water, and give it to cows once a day.