Magazine on Mastitis and Milk quality for the dairy professional
A successful and efficient milk harvest depends on the milk ejection reflex. For proper milking, the milk ejection reflex must be started and followed by enough latency time (time from stimulation to milk unit attachment) before the milking process starts. Failure to do so often results in bimodal milk letdownRead more
Read MoreMastitis is one of the most persistent and costly challenges in the dairy industry. It reduces milk yield, compromises animal welfare, and imposes a substantial economic burden on dairy farms. While clinical mastitis (CM) is commonly evaluated based on observable symptoms, the disease is considerably more complex than what isRead more
Read MoreCommunication might be the most underrated tool in bovine veterinary medicine. In this M² article, we highlight the key findings from Linda Dorrenstein’s PhD research, showing how targeted communication training transforms not only vet–farmer relationships, but also decision-making, compliance, and overall herd health outcomes.
Read MoreBovine mastitis, an inflammation of the udder, is among the most costly and persistent diseases in the dairy industry. It compromises cow welfare, reduces milk yield and quality, and drives high antibiotic use. Two important bacterial culprits are Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus dysgalactiae. Despite decades of research, these pathogens remainRead more
Read MoreMastitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus and non-aureus staphylococci and mammaliicocci (NASM) represents an increasing threat to the milk production chain, driven by the extensive use of antimicrobials and resulting economic losses in dairy herds. The aim of the thesis was to investigate the prevalence of S. aureus and NASM subclinicalRead more
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