Cows with a high somatic cell count produce less. Therefore, we strive for a low somatic cell count. A low somatic cell count produces more milk and healthier cows. To further stimulate milk production, optimal digestion of the feed is essential. A lively rumen and intestinal flora contribute to this. The better the digestion, the more essential nutrients are absorbed and the better the manure consistency is. With BioAktiv, milk production in dairy cattle is stimulated.
The cell count is a standard for the number of white blood cells and epithelial cells in a cow's milk. It is expressed as the number of cells per milliliter of milk. A low cell count indicates a healthy udder, while a high cell count may indicate udder health problems.
An excessive somatic cell count can lead to several problems, including:
Milk with a high somatic cell count often has reduced quality. It can lead to increased fat content and reduced taste and shelf life of the milk.
Cows with high somatic cell counts tend to produce less milk than cows with low somatic cell counts. This can lead to economic losses for dairy farmers.
A high somatic cell count can indicate udder health problems, such as mastitis, an inflammation of the udder.
Treating cows with a high somatic cell count can lead to higher veterinary costs and additional labor time, which can affect the profitability of a dairy farm.
Fortunately, there are several methods to lower the somatic cell count and improve cow animal health.
One of the most important factors affecting somatic cell count is hygiene during milking. Make sure cows' udders are clean before you start milking. Use good milking techniques and disinfect teats before and after milking.
Use a well-established udder health management program. This includes regularly checking cows for signs of mastitis, such as swelling, pain and warmth in the udder. Infected cows should be quickly identified and treated.
Provide a balanced diet for cows. A nutritional deficiency can reduce cows' resistance to udder health problems. Make sure cows are getting enough nutrients, including vitamins and minerals.
Provide good sleeping space and convenience for cows. Stall hygiene and good ventilation are important to reduce stress and improve udder health.
Regular udder care, such as trimming claws and keeping lying areas clean, can help reduce udder health problems.
Implement a selective dry-off policy where cows with high somatic cell counts are treated separately and antibiotics are administered to treat infections. This can help reduce the spread of udder health problems.
Selection for udder health and genetics can also play a role in reducing somatic cell count. Breeding programs can be modified to breed cows that have genetically healthier udders.
We offer BioAktiv Salis-R. This can be administered via feed or drinking water. Among other things, this product optimizes digestion, strengthens the legs of young cattle, calms animals, and ultimately ensures optimal absorption and digestion in young cattle.
