Dairy science

Dairy science

The scientific study of dairy and related disciplines including biochemistry, breeding, economics, engineering, environment, food science, genetics, microbiology, nutrition, pathology, physiology, processing, public health quality assurance, sanitation, microbiology and bacteriology.

Industry: Agriculture

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Settling pond

Agriculture; Dairy science

A manure pit where the flow rate of liquid manure is slowed to allow suspended materials to collect at the bottomed, where they can later be removed.

Silage bags

Agriculture; Dairy science

Large plastic tubes in which forages are fermented. Plastic is removed and discarded as the ensiled feed is fed.

Teat sealant

Agriculture; Dairy science

A product that forms a mechanical barrier on the teat end to protect the teat. Generally used at dry-off after antibiotic infusion.

Teat dip

Agriculture; Dairy science

Used in pre and post-milking. It's a substance that kills bacteria and helps to seal the teat end to prevent entry of bacteria into the udder between milkings. May contain emollients to improve teat ...

Tandem parlour

Agriculture; Dairy science

Parlour design where cows line up head to tail in individually opening stalls.

Total mixed ration (TMR)

Agriculture; Dairy science

Ration formulated to meet requirements of the cow in which all of the ingredients are blended together in a mixer.

10 Point Milk and Dairy Beef Residue Prevention Protocol

Agriculture; Dairy science

Designed by veterinarians and milk producer organisations to avoid contamination of milk with antibiotics. It identifies the 10 points in milk production where milk is at greatest risk for antibiotic ...