Dr. Roger Thomson: Top Tips for Milk Quality | Ep. 117
Description
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In this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, Dr. Roger Thomson, a milk quality consultant, discusses practices in dairy management, focusing on milk quality and the details of dairy equipment efficiency. Dr. Thomson offers practical advice on optimizing parlor routines, balancing milking speed with effective milk letdown, and the importance of proper cow prep. Listen in now on all major podcast platforms!
"Leaving milk in these glands when our prep isnโt right โ thatโs just a lost opportunity."
Meet the guest: Dr. Roger Thomson holds a DVM from Michigan State University, specializing in large animal medicine. With over a decade as a milk quality consultant at MQ-IQ Consulting, Dr. Thomson brings extensive expertise in dairy cattle health and milk quality.ย
What you'll learn:
- (00:00 ) Highlight
- (00:34 ) Introduction
- (01:02 ) Dairy veterinary path
- (06:34 ) Teaching and university roles
- (10:06 ) Modern dairy industry challenges
- (15:20 ) Steps for optimal milk letdown
- (23:33 ) Parlor efficiency and profits
- (33:26 ) Final three questions
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