Effect of Palpable Udder Defects on Milk Yield, Somatic Cell Count, and Milk Composition in Non-Dairy Ewes

Effect of Palpable Udder Defects on Milk Yield, Somatic Cell Count, and Milk Composition in Non-Dairy Ewes

In non-dairy ewes, udder defects hinder the survival and weight gain of their pre-weaned lambs. The objectives of this study were to determine the effects of palpable udder defects on milk yield, somatic cell count (SCC), and milk composition in non-dairy Romney ewes. Ewes with a history of udder de...

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Main Authors: Mandefrot M. Zeleke, Paul R. Kenyon, Kate J. Flay, Danielle Aberdein, Sarah J. Pain, Sam W. Peterson, Anne L. Ridler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-09-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
hard udder
lactation
milk composition
milk yield
somatic cell count
udder health
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/10/2831

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