Publications by authors named "Refka Khattab"
Article Synopsis
- The study aimed to analyze how heat stress (measured by the temperature-humidity index, or THI) affects milk production and lactation parameters in Holstein cows by looking at data from 947 cows over several years.
- Results indicated that increased THI negatively impacted milk yield, fat, and protein content, with the highest heat stress (THI > 72) associated with lower production metrics compared to moderate heat stress (THI 68-72).
- The findings revealed a significant correlation between higher THI values and decreased milk quality and quantity, with cows experiencing peak yields at moderate THI levels (68-72).
