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19 February 2021
Well-managed cubicles give a lower incidence of mastitis infections in lactation compared with loose yard systems, in general, but cubicles must be appropriate to the size of the cows in the herd.
8 June 2021
When cows lie down, teats and teat ends will come into close contact with the bacteria in the bedding. Our top tips for bedding compare the different bedding types and advise how best to store them.
19 February 2021
Housing designed with the cow in mind is important, to reduce environmental risks for mastitis. Fundamental issues with building design, ventilation and stocking rate can often mean new infection rates remain high, particularly in higher-yielding herds.
18 February 2021
The best way to control environmental mastitis is to minimise the number of bacteria that can cause mastitis at the teat end. It is important to keep cows clean and dry because infection can happen at any time between and during milkings.
1 May 2025
The risk of infection from the environment is likely to be lower if the cow and her environment are clean. Our cleanliness checks can help you measure how much muck and dirt is on different body parts.
3 March 2023
Environmental mastitis is by far the most common type of mastitis in the UK herd.
3 May 2024
When stock judging sheep, our guide will help you to understand what to look for.
1 June 2022
When stock judging beef cattle or carcases, the points below should help you to understand what to look for.
1 June 2022
When stock judging finished pigs, our guide can help you to know what to look for.
26 April 2024
Read our guide to stock judging and learn the specifics depending on the type of animal.
24 May 2022
Good stock-judging skills are increasingly important to gain the best returns for your livestock.