Ben Enger, PhD, describes the significant udder tissue growth and development required for an animal to enter lactation. He shares the importance of avoiding infections, especially in the last four months of pregnancy noting that immune factors to fight infections will also damage the growth of developing cells. He recommends udder health surveillance in first-lactation animals and addressing any pathogens present.
Source: Hoard’s Dairyman, February 17, 2025. Link.
Just because an udder is not lactating doesn’t mean it’s not doing anything.” Ben Enger, PhD
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