Commentary
Today’s dairy veterinarian is routinely involved in many aspects of a dairy client’s operation. For veterinary teams, Shaun Hardtke’s article offers a practical look at why the night shift struggles more than any other shift, the underlying human, environmental and operational challenges of nighttime work and the predictable but fixable. The night shift has become a mystery on many dairies, but the truth is far simpler, he writes.
Consider this article to help dairy managers learn to adjust the night shift culture, improve communication and meet objectives.
Source: Progressive Dairy, February 9, 2026. Link. The night shift is not a mystery, nor a problem to fix. It is an opportunity.
A well-supported night shift produces cleaner cows, stronger milk letdown, better teat-end health, fewer equipment failures, a more confident crew, lower SCC and more consistent performance across all 24 hours.” – Shaun Hardtke
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