Mastitis management is responsible for up to 85 percent of the antimicrobials used in the dairy sector. Implementing selective dry-cow therapy is the way forward, say the authors of recent analyses.
The mindset of farmers and veterinarians and their attitude towards reduction of antimicrobial use is crucial for successful implementation of selective therapy at dry-off.
The International Dairy Federation (IDF) reported a shifting paradigm in the treatment of bovine mastitis was revealed by the new IDF “Animal Health Report.” <link>
Source: Feedstuffs, September 24, 2018. Link. In the U.S., the National Dairy FARM Program <link> is now the first livestock animal care program in the world to be recognized internationally for its industry-leading animal welfare standards.
INSIGHTS: Veterinary teams and sales reps who work with dairies should be familiar with the National Dairy FARM Program. Explaining the global significance of it will help get dairy managers to consider better mastitis management.