Milking records

Making sense of it all

Abstract

More veterinarians should be involved in milk quality monitoring on a regular basis. There is a need for more monitoring, training, and record evaluation on a set schedule to improve the overall milk quality on many dairies. Understanding the available data and the importance of monitoring current performance levels, as either management or equipment settings are adjusted, is important for overall profitability ofthe dairy. A review of some available data will be presented to aid to improving veterinary involvement in milk quality programs.