A high somatic cell count means a loss of milk production,
hence, a loss of revenue.
Poorly maintained milking
equipment or imperfect milking methods may be at fault.
A VMEM visit can help.
VMEM
Verification of Milking Equipment and Methods
- Complete inspection of the milking equipement (pump, hoses, pulsators, vacuum, etc.)
- Evaluation of the milking methods (preparation, installation and removal of unit, etc.)
All verifications are performed by an impartial expert
using high-tech diagnostic tools
ONE VMEM VISIT PER YEAR:
A PREVENTIVE GESTURE THAT PAYS A LOT
For an average herd (40 cows in lactation, replacement rate of 33 % per year),
any reduction of the Linear Score by one
point
means an increase in annual revenue of $3300.
(Ex.: LS going from 5 to 4, corresponding to SCC going from 400 000 to 200 000).
With the goal of improving milk quality, the Quebec Federation of Dairy Producers
now has new tougher standards.
Be one step ahead ! Take advantage of the VMEM service.
Our specially-trained agents will pin-point any
problem,
suggest no-nonsense solutions
or simply confirm that you are doing fine !
Asking for a VMEM visit
is
a simple matter of quality... and profit !
For more information, contact your Valacta advisor or technician,
or one of the VMEM technician.
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