Types of bedding and cow udder health

Mastitis Module Fact Sheet

To learn more about bedding types and the incidence of mastitis infection, read the article “Mastitis Module Fact Sheet; Bedding Materials and Udder Health” published by the New York State Cattle Healh Assurance Program (NYSCHAP). It is also reported that adding limestone to the bedding is the most effective way to reduce the bacterial population under the animal.

Sources : https://www.rundveeloket.be/sites/default/files/inline-files/BeddingMaterialsUdderHealth.pdf