Management of mastitis of cows
In a previous article we examined the causes and predisposing factors of the spread of mastitis in cows («Milk and Farm», № 1, February 2016). Violation of the veterinary and sanitary standards of housing and milking technologies underlie occurrence of mastitis, and the absence of timely diagnosis, isolation of sick animals and their treatment leads to the spread of the disease. Total economic measures aimed at reducing the incidence rate of cows with mastitis should include three main strategies:
1. Prevention.
2. Treatment.
3. Culling cows (eradication of the pathogen).
Read more in the magazine «Milk and Farm» № 3 (34), June 2016.