Managing large dairy herds the Italian way

摘要

Shirley Macmillan visited one of Italy's top commercial herds to examine the management strategies felt most important for success. Preventing disease and reducing cow stress are the key to managing large numbers of high yielding Holsteins. Quality feed, low cell counts and regular veterinary visits are essential if cows are to maintain a 10,000kg lactation average, says Italian producer, Piersandro Zanaboni.