This series from Dr. Tom Jenkins from Clemson University lays the foundation for understanding the cause of milk fat depression and is the first step in managing for better outcomes. Explore the effects of rumen pH as a risk factor for milk fat depression, and learn some very practical suggestions to better manage this variable in the milk fat equation with good feed and cow management.

In this course you will learn:

• The key risk factors that affect milk fat production
• How you can proactively manage milk fat on your dairy
• Dramatic changes in rumen pH are not needed
• Low pH might explain much of the MFD risk of high starch 
• Manage rumen pH by following good feed and cow management practices