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Mastitis Diagnostics: Reliable Milk Tests for the Parlour

Detect udder infections quickly and reliably. Find sturdy strip cups, CMT paddles, and electronic detectors for your milking parlour.

Mastitis Diagnostics: Detect Udder Infections Early

Udder infections (mastitis) cost a lot of money through vet bills and milk payment deductions. The earlier you detect an infection, the faster you can act. With the right tests, you can check udder health directly in the milking parlour and prevent sick cows from spreading bacteria to the rest of the herd.

Tools for Quick Milk Testing

To quickly check the condition of the udder, you need reliable tools:

  • Strip Cups: When stripping the first draws of milk, you can instantly spot clots or watery milk on the dark check plate.
  • California Mastitis Test (CMT): The CMT paddle and the test liquid (like KerbaTEST) show you the somatic cell count of the milk. The thicker the mixture gets, the more inflammatory cells are present.
  • Electronic Detectors: Devices like the Mastitis Detector measure the electrical resistance of the milk and raise the alarm even with invisible, subclinical infections.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is foremilking so important?
It flushes bacteria out of the teat canal and stimulates milk let-down. Furthermore, the strip cup allows you to see immediately if the milk is altered due to acute mastitis.

How often should I do a CMT?
At least once a month for herd monitoring, or immediately if a cow behaves unusually, has clots in her milk, or the milking machine triggers a conductivity alarm.

Reliable Udder Checks Before Every Milking

A healthy udder quarter gives good milk. To uncover hidden udder infections, you need reliable tools. In our range, you will find sturdy strip cups with which you can visually check the first jets of milk. For precise checking of the somatic cell count, we offer complete CMT sets including the test liquid. If you prefer digital technology, electronic mastitis detectors help you find early-stage infections before the milk visibly clots.