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Using data for mastitis detection
On-farm technologies can measure individual cow performance and behaviour on a daily basis.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/using-data-for-mastitis-detection/
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Antibiotics: changing how we look after dairy cows
Learn how to better target dairy cows for antibiotic treatments, to help halt the spread of antibiotic resistance and reduce our reliance on these drugs.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/antibiotics-changing-how-we-look-after-dairy-cows/
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Prudent use of dry cow antibiotics - what does this mean?
International calls for “prudent” or “judicious” use of antibiotics for food production animals will have implications for how we manage mastitis in NZ dairy herds.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/prudent-use-of-dry-cow-antibiotics-what-does-this-mean/
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Prudent use of antibiotics
To prepare for a future that may require more prudent use of antibiotics, DairyNZ has begun research to provide better information on the use of antibiotics and non-antibiotic alternatives at drying off.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/prudent-use-of-antibiotics/
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The best preparation you can do
The dry period is an opportunity to ‘prep’ the cow for the coming lactation. General guidance is given here on what should be done, why and when.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/the-best-preparation-you-can-do/
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Dry cow treatment - how can it be used?
The development of dry cow treatment and the different options in use.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/dry-cow-treatment-how-can-it-be-used/
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Changing how we use antibiotics
Despite huge successes, antibiotic use in food production animals is increasingly problematic.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/changing-how-we-use-antibiotics/
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Genetic markers of mastitis resistance
Mastitis in dairy cows compromises animal welfare and results in significant economic loss.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/genetic-markers-of-mastitis-resistance/
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Pills, potions and powders in mastitis management
Eric Hillerton, DairyNZ Chief Scientist reviews technologies and controls for mastitis management.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/pills-potions-and-powders-in-mastitis-management/
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Mastitis focus adds value
A new tool will provide dairy farmers with a clearer picture of their herd's udder health, enabling them to act faster and more effectively to reduce mastitis levels.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/mastitis-focus-adds-value/
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Project highlights how to fix mastitis
A Bay of Plenty project has shown it's possible to reduce mastitis, given the right tools, a plan and a team that's motivated to change.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/project-highlights-how-to-fix-mastitis/
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The how-to guide for dry cow therapy
Dry cow treatments are an effective part of a dry cow management plan.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/the-how-to-guide-for-dry-cow-therapy/
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Finding a new normal for mastitis
Waikato dairy farmers Stewart and Kathryn Anderson no longer dread late night phone calls from their milk supply company.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/finding-a-new-normal-for-mastitis/
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Spring SCC predicts autumn headaches
Dealing with the underlying causes of mastitis in your herd will help make lasting headway.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/spring-scc-predicts-autumn-headaches/
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Preventing mastitis in early lactation
Teats need extra care and attention in spring to protect cows from mastitis.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/preventing-mastitis-in-early-lactation/
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Mastitis
Udder health and milk quality are important to farm productivity and profitability.
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Managing animal health
Ensuring animal health issues are dealt with effectively is very important, particularly as herd sizes become larger.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/dairy-stockmanship/managing-animal-health/
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Cluster removal
All milkers should know how to remove clusters correctly - clusters which are left on too long result in over-milking, liner creep and teat end damage.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/dairy-stockmanship/cluster-removal/
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Teat Spraying
Teat spraying is critical for maintaining teat skin health and controlling mastitis during lactation.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/dairy-stockmanship/teat-spraying/
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Teat washing
Teat preparation before milking can involve the cleaning and/or massaging of teats before the cups are attached.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/dairy-stockmanship/teat-washing/
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Cluster attachment
Attaching clusters is a major part of the milking routine and if not done correctly can cause teat damage, cup slipping, and lead to mastitis.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/milking/dairy-stockmanship/cluster-attachment/
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Drying off - making it count
National average somatic cell count (SCC) levels have dropped considerably over the past few years. The dairy industry is on target to reach a national average bulk milk SCC of 150,000 cells/ml by 2016. DairyNZ senior scientist Jane Lacy-Hulburt outlines seven focus areas to fine-tune your dry cow approach and get the most out of your time and money.
https://www.dairynz.co.nz/news/latest-news/drying-off-making-it-count/
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Technote 26
Fix areas that make udders dirty
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Technote 25
Test, service and upgrade milking machines
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Technote 24
Service teat spray units and review teat disinfectant
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Technote 22
Conduct annual mastitis control activities and review achievements
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Technote 21
Buying cows - check mastitis records and examine udders
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Technote 20
Selling cows - check meat withholding periods
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Technote 17
Administer dry cow treatments as recommended
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Technote 16
Dry off abruptly taking steps to reduce yield
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Technote 15
Culling persistently infected cows
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Technote 14
Decide dry cow management strategy
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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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Technote 4
Rapidly find, record and treat clinical cases in recently calved cows
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Guideline 26
Fix areas that make udders dirty
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Guideline 25
Test, service and upgrade milking machines
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Guideline 24
Service teat spray units and review teat disinfectant
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Guideline 22
Conduct annual mastitis control activities and review achievements
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Guideline 21
Buying cows - check mastitis records and examine udders
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Guideline 20
Selling cows - check meat withholding periods
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Guideline 17
Administer dry cow treatments as recommended
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Guideline 16
Dry off abruptly taking steps to reduce yield
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Guideline 15
Culling persistently infected cows
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Guideline 14
Decide dry cow management strategy
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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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Guideline 4
Rapidly find, record and treat clinical cases in recently calved cows
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Guideline 3
Check that milk is suitable to go in the vat
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Guideline 1
Reduce exposure to environmental mastitis bacteria
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