Milking Hygiene: Milking Parlor and Teat Cleaners

Milking hygiene is an important factor in supporting milk quality, animal health and the proper operation and maintenance of milking facilities. In order to ensure this, it is necessary to use appropriate milking machine cleaners and specialized teat cleaners, specially designed for both pre- and post-milking.

The milking mechanism collects milk residues and deposits of proteins, fats and salts every day. Their ineffective removal in the long term burdens the operation and the lifespan of the milking parlor. Milking parlor cleaners are divided into alkaline and acidic, which work complementary and must be of optimal quality in order to ensure excellent hygiene.

PERFECT ALKA alkaline solution contains chlorine and is suitable for cleaning the pipes of milking systems, ice basins and certain types of milking robots, in which chlorine can be used. The high alkalinity and the ingredients of the product make it an ideal choice, as it has a high cleaning power by removing residual contaminants, such as proteins and fats. Their use is daily, after each milking.

ACIR acid solution completes the milking parlor cleaning process. Acid solutions are used to remove salt deposits from milking systems. At the same time, they ensure milking hygiene and support the effectiveness of alkaline solutions. In this way, the life of the milking parlor is extended. ACIR can be used in most types of milking machines and is suitable for areas with high salinity water.

Milking parlor cleaners must be used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions for preparation and use, in order to achieve their intended effectiveness.

The care of animals’ teats before and after milking is particularly critical for maintaining the good condition of the mammary gland and the general health of the animals.

The use of cleaning products before the milking process, such as NOVA LA SPRAY, helps remove dirt from the teat skin, so that there is no contamination of the milk and its hygiene is maintained. At the same time, the process of cleaning the nipples has a beneficial effect on milk production as it stimulates the receptors in the nipple that are responsible for the secretion of oxytocin, so as to give the command to start milk production.

The mammary duct remains open for a certain period of time after the milking process, so it is important to care for the nipple with products that act as protectors to prevent nipple infections. JOPO FILM is an iodine solution specially designed for dipping the nipples after milking. By creating a film on the skin surface, it prevents microorganisms from entering the mammary gland. VIRI TE DIP is a similar product for dipping the teats after milking, based on lactic acid. Working in the same way, it takes care of the teat, leaving a protective film against environmental hazards.

Nipple cleaning products contain emollient and moisturizing ingredients that care for the nipple skin, maintaining the natural balance of the skin epithelium, preventing injuries during milking.

By using these specialized and appropriately designed teat care products, optimal milking hygiene is achieved, while at the same time the mammary gland of the animals is protected and difficult situations that have a major impact on the animals’ milk production are prevented.

Ensuring the cleanliness and hygiene of the milking process includes the management of both the facilities used for milking and the condition of the animals’ mammary glands. Therefore, the use of appropriate products specifically designed for these purposes is a necessary addition to any modern cattle and sheep farming unit.