Magazine on Mastitis and Milk quality for the dairy professional
Professor Pamela Ruegg’s career in dairy veterinary medicine has been anything but linear. From treating cows in rural Wisconsin to research, teaching and consulting around the world, she has remained focused on improving dairy animal health and farm sustainability. Now at Michigan State University, her work centres on mastitis, antimicrobial stewardship and translating research into practical solutions for farmers and veterinarians.
Read MoreDr. Linda Tikofsky is a veterinarian with extensive experience in dairy cattle health, specializing in udder health, milk quality, mastitis prevention and control, biosecurity, and responsible antibiotic use. She spent more than 15 years with Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health, most recently serving as Senior Associate Director, Dairy Professional Services. Throughout her career she has combined technical expertise, producer education, research collaboration, and mentorship within the dairy industry. Following her recent retirement, she remains active as a consultant and advocate for dairy animal health and the development of young veterinary professionals.
Read MoreAmy Vasquez has been an Assistant Professor at Cornell University (Ithaca, New York, USA) since November 2024. Working with Quality Milk Production Services, Population Medicine and Diagnostic Sciences, and the Animal Health Diagnostic Center, she combines research, teaching, and extension focused on milk quality, animal health solutions, sustainability, and dairy cattle welfare. With previous industry roles at Danone/Horizon Organic Dairy and DeLaval, she brings a unique blend of academic depth and practical expertise.
Read MoreMônica Maria Oliveira Pinho Cerqueira is a Veterinary Medicine graduate from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG), with a Master’s degree in Veterinary Medicine (1988) and a Ph.D. in Animal Science (2000) from the same institution. Currently, she serves as Professor Emeritus at UFMG, following a distinguished career focused on milk quality, mastitis, dairy microbiology and milk-borne diseases. She held leadership roles from 2004 to 2018 as Deputy general coordinator, general coordinator, and technical coordinator of the Milk Quality Analysis Laboratory (LabUFMG), an MAPA-accredited lab and part of the Brazilian Network of Milk Quality Control Laboratories (RBQL).
Read MoreM²-magazine talked to Professor Larry Fox about his career spanning five decades. Professor Larry Fox – renowned for his pioneering work in mastitis control—has been a cornerstone of dairy science at Washington State University for over 30 years. In this insightful interview, he reflects on the evolution of mastitis research, key findings that have transformed herd health management, and why collaboration between veterinarians and farmers remains essential.
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