Mastitis remains one of the most challenging endemic diseases affecting dairy cows both in Ireland and further afield. Money spent on items like purchased feed, fuel, fertiliser and medicines is felt directly by dairy farmers, but the true cost of sub-optimal health and milk production is more difficult to measure, despite the large impact it has […]
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The physiology of how cows produce and let down milk, along with developing a consistent operating routine is essential to the animal’s well-being and teat health. All of these elements combine the essential components for mastitis prevention. Milking Routine The milking routine should be performed by people who are responsible, trained and conscientious. One key […]