An effective mastitis prevention programme will ensure more milk in the vat, less risk of milk penalties, less use of antibiotics and more time saved.

Find practical advice and technical resources in this section to better prevent, find, and treat mastitis during lactation.

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  Milking Routine

  Use good milking technique and a consistent routine.

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  Machine Function

  Monitor and maintain milking machine function.

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  Teat Disinfection

  Use post milking test disinfection on every teat after every milking.

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  Milking Hygiene

  Practice good hygiene during milking.

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  Teat Sores

  Manage teat sores and cracks.

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  Clinical Cases

  Rapidly find, record, and treat clinical cases.

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  Bulk Milk SCC

  Monitor bulk milk SCC.

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  Individual Cow SCC

  Use individual cow SCC for management decisions.

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  Seeking Advice

  Seek professional help if problems persist.