Content related to the sectors: dairy

17 March 2025

Dry cows at pasture

Time at pasture increases a cow’s exposure to mastitis-causing bacteria. Find out how to manage the risk and prevent infection.

26 November 2020

Managing dry cow feeding

Dry cow feeding influences the cow’s immune status and her ability to remain free from mastitis infections.

31 March 2026

Managing dry cows in the dairy herd

Dry cows must be carefully managed to avoid mastitis and ensure that they return to optimum lactation after the dry period.

26 November 2020

Considerations after drying off dairy cows

Once dairy cows are dried off, ensure daily post checks are completed. All staff should be trained to remove teat sealant when necessary and should be aware of withdrawal periods.

26 November 2020

Protocol for drying off dairy cows

The steps to follow to achieve successful drying off

26 November 2020

Considerations when drying off dairy cows

Important considerations when drying off cows.

26 November 2020

Preparing your dairy cows for drying off

Preparation is key to successfully drying off cattle and avoiding infections.

26 November 2020

Drying off dairy cows

Protocols and options to consider before, during and after drying off cows

26 November 2020

California milk test for dairy cows

By testing each quarter individually, the CMT can indicate which quarter has a raised cell count.

26 November 2020

Monitoring calving period outcomes

Clinical cases of mastitis and their cure rates should be identified when monitoring calving period outcomes.

26 November 2020

How to manage calving during the drying-off period

Good environmental management for calving cows is essential to prevent new udder infections.

26 November 2020

Managing dairy cow calving during drying-off

The dry period ends once the cow has calved so you must manage calving and drying off at the same time.