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05/22/2026

Memorial Day Weekend

In remembrance of those who made the ultimate sacrifice
our office will be closed Monday.

We will resume normal business hours Tuesday.

05/20/2026

You know the one.

That pen you keep going back to even when you can’t explain why.

Nothing obvious yet, but something’s off.

More often than not, that instinct is worth paying attention to.

Catching it early is what protects performance down the line.

05/18/2026

Did you know calves are more sensitive to heat stress than you might expect?

Their ability to regulate temperature is limited, which means heat can impact them quickly. Reduced intake and poor hydration status can slow growth and affect overall resilience.

That’s why hydration support early in life plays such an important role during hot conditions.

Learn how to stay ahead in our Knowledge Center. https://www.techmixglobal.com/knowledge-center/calves-under-the-sun-navigating-heat-stress-challenges/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=calf_heatstress&utm_content=fb_may26

05/15/2026

Nothing looks wrong, until you take a closer look. The feeder is the best place to start.

That’s where pigs begin to show early signs through small changes in behavior like hesitation, crowding, or slower starts.

They may seem minor in the moment, but these shifts often point to stress and changes in gut health.

Take a closer look at the feeder, it can tell you more than you think!

05/14/2026

Did you know the effects of heat stress can carry into the next generation?

When cows experience heat stress in late gestation, it can impact their calf's development, immunity, and long-term performance.

Colostrum production may also be affected, changing both quality and availability. These early-life factors can influence outcomes well beyond birth. That’s why managing the cow during heat stress means managing what comes next for her calf.

Explore the full impact of heat stress:
https://www.techmixglobal.com/knowledge-center/dairy-heat-stress/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=dairy_generational&utm_content=fb_may26

05/13/2026

Did you know one of the biggest factors in managing heat stress is having easy access to water?

In hot weather, cattle rely on water to maintain intake and regulate body temperature. When consumption falls short, feed intake declines and their ability to dissipate heat is reduced.

That’s why consistent water availability and routine checks matter. In the heat, water doesn’t just support the system, it drives it!

Dive deeper into heat stress management:
https://www.techmixglobal.com/knowledge-center/beef-heat-stress/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=beef_hydration&utm_content=fb_may26

05/12/2026

When you see it every day, even the important stuff can start to blend in.

Try walking in like it’s your first time.

Fresh eyes catch what routine misses and that leads to better decisions.

05/11/2026

Cooling cows isn’t just about shade and fans.

It starts from the inside.

Hydration helps them dissipate heat, while electrolytes and energy support balance at the cellular level. This supports intake and leads to a stronger production.

Learn more:

Discover how heat stress affects dry dairy cows and unborn calves—THI benchmarks, health & productivity impacts, and Bovine BlueLite® solutions for internal cooling and hydration.

05/10/2026

To the ones who give life, care, and everything in between
and the mothers who nurture in every form.

From the first moments of life to every day after
you are the reason strong starts are possible.

We appreciate all that you do.

Happy Mother’s Day from TechMix.

05/07/2026

You may not notice it at first.

Just small changes like cattle easing off feed, intake dipping slightly.

Easy to brush off day-to-day, but those little setbacks don’t stay small.

They build and performance follows. Make sure you stay ahead as summer weather is approaching!

05/06/2026

A rise in internal temperature sets everything in motion.

Starting with intake decline followed by milk production.

Behind the scenes, metabolism shifts, impacting reproduction and overall efficiency.

This is more than heat, it’s a metabolic disruption.

Learn more in our Knowledge Center:
https://www.techmixglobal.com/knowledge-center/dairy-cool-your-cows/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=dairy_cascade&utm_content=fb_may26