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BCS gain: Lactating vs dry cows?
Which is more efficient for body condition? DairyNZ senior scientist Jane Kay explains.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/bcs-gain-lactating-vs-dry-cows/
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Technote 13
Seek professional advice if problems persist
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Technote 12
Use individual cow SCC for management decision
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Technote 10
Rapidly find, record and treat clinical cases
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Technote 9
Manage teat sores and cracks
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Technote 8
Practise good hygiene during milking
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Technote 6
Monitor and maintain milking machine function
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Technote 5
Use good milking technique and a consistent routine
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Guideline 15
Culling persistently infected cows
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Guideline 13
Seek professional advice if problems persist
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Guideline 12
Use individual cow SCC for management decision
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Guideline 10
Rapidly find, record and treat clinical cases
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Guideline 8
Practise good hygiene during milking
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Guideline 7
Use post-milking teat disinfection on every teat after every milking
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Guideline 6
Monitor and maintain milking machine function
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Guideline 5
Use good milking technique and a consistent routine
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