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Multi-Timer For Milking Studies, G W R Scott
Multi-Timer For Milking Studies, G W R Scott
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
Recent research into milking machine operation has proved that the belief of old-time hand-milkers that fast milking was good milking was soundly based.
In current practice the emphasis is on convenient shed and yard design and systematic routine in handling the cows. This permits a high throughput of cows and a high output of milk per labour unit.
The multi-timer designed and built by Mr. G. W. R. Scott and described in this article will prove most valuable for pinpointing where time is lost.
Udder Preparation For Milking, W G. Robinson
Udder Preparation For Milking, W G. Robinson
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
REGULAR routine methods of preparing the udder for milking hare long been recognised as essential for good "let down" of milk.
The biggest problem so far has been to combat the spread of disease, in particular mastitis from udder to udder by the milker's hands or the udder washing cloths.
Milking Routine, G R. Olney
Milking Routine, G R. Olney
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
IT is well known that the condition of the milking machine is important for efficient and hygienic milking, but even with a machine in good condition good management during the milking process plays a leading part.
The Importance Of Rapid And Complete Milking, K Needham, W. G. Robinson
The Importance Of Rapid And Complete Milking, K Needham, W. G. Robinson
Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4
COMPLETE withdrawal of milk from the udder as quickly as possible after the process of "let-down" has started, is an essential in good milking; management.