Heat stress affects milk yield, milk quality, and gene expression profiles in mammary cells of Girolando cows

• Published in: Journal of dairy science
• Main Authors: Mendonca, L.C., Carvalho, W.A., Campos, M.M., Souza, G.N., de Oliveira, S.A., Meringhe, G.K.F., Negrao, J.A.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: United States Elsevier Inc 27.09.2024
• Subjects: gene expression; Girolando; heat stress; mammary cells; milk yield; heat stress; Girolando; milk yield; gene expression; mammary cells

Heat stress during lactation affects the physiological responses, hormonal release, health, and productivity of dairy cows. However, the adverse effects of heat stress on milk synthesis, immune response, and cellular apoptosis in mammary cells remains unknown in Bos indicus cows. This study aimed to...