Knowby Dairy Systems
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Take A Milk Sample
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Step 1 of 8

It is important all mastitis cases are sampled so if we run into issues we can go back and see what bacteria we are dealing with.

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Step 2 of 8

This must be done hygienically otherwise you will get a mixed growth and the sample will be worthless.

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Step 3 of 8
<p>Always wear gloves</p>

Always wear gloves

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Step 4 of 8

Wipe the teat end like this. drag a new piece of wipe across.

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Step 5 of 8

Don’t just rub like this. All you do is smear the contaminated teat end.

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Step 6 of 8
<p>Undo the sample container and hold cap like this. DON'T put the cap down.</p>

Undo the sample container and hold cap like this. DON'T put the cap down.

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Step 7 of 8

Squirt milk backwards into the container like this. DON'T hold the container under the teat.

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Step 8 of 8

Cap the container, label and freeze.