Dairy
Hygiene of the utmost importance when cows are indoors
Hygiene of the utmost importance when cows are indoors Mastitis in cows is almost always caused by bacteria that have gained access to the udder through the teat canal. During the dry period, bacteria can only enter the udder from the environment. George Ramsbottom, Teagasc Dairy Specialist tells us more about the […]
16 November 2020
Considering Selective Dry Cow Therapy
Considering Selective Dry Cow Therapy We have all heard about the new legislation that will be in place in January 2022. This has been brought about because of the increase in resistance to antibiotics of bacteria that cause illness in humans. George Ramsbottom, Teagasc Dairy Specialist has more information on SDCT. Critically […]
20 October 2020