In Canada, heat stress can cause milk loss up to 3.5 kg/day.1 The inability of a cow to dissipate heat effectively compromises their ability to function normally.2 Evidence suggests insulin action is a key component of heat stress response.3 Chromium supplementation has been shown to:
- Increase insulin sensitivity and glucose utilization4
- Improve dry matter intake (DMI) in heat stressed cows5
- Improve DMI during heat stress to help maintain milk production5