Methods to Decrease SCC and Incidence of Mastitis
Published: June 4, 2008
Summary
The most common reasons for a high somatic cell count (SCC) or high incidence of mastitis in the herd are improper cleaning where the cows are housed and/or improper milking techniques or milking equipment, especially if nutrition is adequate and other stresses are minimized. Stray voltage can markedly affect SCC but is not frequent. Heredity can affect the susceptibility of individual cows in the...
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4 de junio de 2008
While I agree, one very important point is missing, that is, the influence electrolytes have on the prevention of bacteria entering the canal in the first place. When there is an electrolyte problem the sphincter muscle that controls the teat end is left open and this is where bacteria enter. When the electrolytes are kept in their right ratio this door is effectively closed and the incidence of infection falls dramatically. Go to Quantum Lab website and hit on news letters/mastitis.
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