Milk Fever Risk Soars in Milch Animals as Summer Heats Up: Farmers Alerted

• As summer intensifies, milch animals face an increased risk of milk fever due to sudden temperature changes, impacting milk production and health.
• Symptoms include weakness, difficulty standing, cold body, neck resting on flank, stopped rumination, shivering, and unconsciousness.
• Dr. Diwakar Kumar of Krishi Vigyan Kendra Sultanpur states the disease is more prevalent within 48 hours of calving.
• Prevention involves consulting a veterinarian for calcium infusions, feeding mineral salts, and leaving some milk in the udder for 2-3 days post-calving.
• During summer, provide limited green fodder and avoid dry fodder to prevent the disease.