Guidelines For Unacceptable Values

Derived From BTM Analysis

CAUSATIVE AGENTS/SOURCES

ANALYSIS

Coliform Count

IIIA. CC BETWEEN 100-1000 CFU/ML

IIIB. CC>1000 CFU/ML

1. Inadequate pre-milking hygiene

2. Ineffective cow preparation

3. Unsanitary environment (bedding)

4. Unsanitary equipment

5. Cow udders

6. Water used in cleaning equipment

1. Growth/film on equipment

Streptococcus agalactiae

PRESENT=UNACCEPTABLE

(Pathogen causing mastitis)

1. Infected individuals in herd (Contagious)

Staphylococcus aureus

 PRESENT=UNACCEPTABLE (Pathogen causing mastitis)

1. Infected individuals in heard