Cow Teat preparation for milking

Preparation of the udder prior to milking is an important process in the harvest of high quality milk. The goal is to achieve a clean, dry udder, that has been adequately stimulated for milk letdown, with dry teats and clean teat ends. A consistent routine at each milking is important. Some have advocated minimal udder preparation, but research shows that lack of udder stimulation actually lengthens milking time, rather than shortening it. Either of the two procedures described below may be used with good assurance of success.


Teat preparation before milking

1- Wash teats with water or clean with towel to remove any contamination with manure or dirt.

2- Fore strip every teat (For mastitis control & optimum oxytocin release) , Removing milk from the teat cistern that will most likely be higher in somatic cell count (SCC) and bacteria numbers than milk in the udder, helps stimulate milk let-down, and increase milk flow rate.

3- Pre-dip with a sanitizing solution to reduce number of environmental bacteria (Teat dip should cover ½ to ¾ of the teat )

4- Use a disposable paper towel for each cow for thorough and efficient drying.


Bacteria Count with different preparation
 

Teat preparation after milking

1- Dip teats immediately after cluster removal with a disinfectant solution

2- Use a loafing area after milking to insure cows remain standing 20 minute after milking

Please the complete article from mentioned link.