Question

The most effective and economical means of reducing the exposure of cows to mastitis causing microorganisms is to _________

(a) Isolate animals with clinical mastitis

(b) Disinfect or sterilize milking machine inflation’s between cows

(c) Wear rubber or plastic gloves during milking and disinfect the gloves between cows

(d) Use a bactericide for disinfecting the teats after milking

I have been asked this question during an interview for a job.

My enquiry is from Milk Quality Farm in chapter Quality parameters of Dairy Engineering

Answer 1

Right option is (d) Use a bactericide for disinfecting the teats after milking

To explain: Mastitis usually happens in nursing mothers when bacteria enter the breast through a cracked or sore nipple. This can cause an infection. Good breastfeeding techniques and use of bactericide for disinfecting the teats after milking can help prevent sore and cracked nipples that may lead to mastitis.