When it comes to a dairy’s clean-in-place (CIP) routine and products, “That’s the way we have always done it” could be costing you milk quality.
With money at stake, let us take a refresher on the CIP basics.
The words clean, sanitize, and disinfect are often used interchangeably. But there is a significant difference between the terms, and technical differences as well.
Teat dip is an integral part of keeping good milk quality numbers. There are many methods to apply the dip and an even greater number of germicides to choose from today, but one rule reigns supreme: GET DIP ON ALL OF THE TEATS!
When it comes to hoof health, there are many factors that go into making sure your cows have healthy hooves. Many of these get overlooked, as they may seem trivial, but are all important to keep hooves healthy. Cow comfort If cows are comfortable, they will lie down and get off their feet. If they are […]
By definition, lameness is any abnormality that causes a cow’s gait to change. However, within this broad term are very specific types of hoof lesions and injuries, and each requires specialized treatment for the best recovery opportunity. There are several causes of lameness found on a dairy farm. They range from biomechanical injuries to infections […]
Footbaths have become a staple in dairy operations looking to treat or prevent infectious hoof diseases. But when a footbath becomes dirty or diluted, it provides no benefit and may even create additional problems. Some producers have incorporated a pre-wash into their hoof hygiene program; others aren’t sure they’re worth the time and trouble. Here are some […]
Nearly every dairy in the US has an issue with digital dermatitis at one point or another. What are you doing to control it? With winter right around the corner, you will have a real headache on your hands if you don’t have your hoof care under control. Dropping temperatures and increased precipitation can wreak havoc on your herd […]
