Heat Puts Extra Stress On Missouri’s Livestock

(Missourinet) If you are struggling with the latest heatwave hitting Missouri, so is the livestock.

The University of Missouri Extension is helping farmers and ranchers take steps to help their cattle wade through the hot weather properly.

Daniel Mallory, a livestock specialist, says that during hot weather, production decreases.

Mallory reminds farmers and ranchers that as the temperature increases, so does the water consumption for livestock.