Screening of sub-clinical mastitis in dairy cows of organised farms using three diagnostic tests
The present study was envisaged for the detection of subclinical mastitis in 108 apparently healthy dairy cows of University Livestock Farm, Mannuthy and Livestock Research Station, Thiruvazhamkunnu. The quarter milk samples collected under sterile conditions were screened using California mastitis...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Director of Academics and Research, Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University
2021-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Veterinary and Animal Sciences |
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Online Access: | https://www.jvas.in/public_html/upload/article_file/article_file_qutk00.pdf?t=qutk00 |
Summary: | The present study was envisaged for the detection of subclinical mastitis in 108
apparently healthy dairy cows of University Livestock Farm, Mannuthy and Livestock Research Station, Thiruvazhamkunnu. The quarter milk samples collected under sterile conditions were screened using California mastitis test, somatic cell counting and electrical conductivity. A high prevalence of 54 per cent was recorded in the present study. The results indicated the importance of maintaining proper hygienic practices inside farm and good udder health management to enhance quality milk production. |
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ISSN: | 0971-0701 2582-0605 |