Question

If your family owned a dairy farm, what measures would you undertake to improve the quality and quantity of milk production?

Answer 1

Dairy farm management deals with processes which aim at improving the quality and quantity of milk production. Milk production is primarily dependent on choosing improved cattle breeds, provision of proper feed for cattle, maintaining proper shelter facilities, and regular cleaning of cattle.

Choosing improved cattle breeds is an important factor of cattle management. Hybrid cattle breeds are produced for improved productivity. Therefore, it is essential that hybrid cattle breeds should have a combination of various desirable genes such as high milk production and high resistance to diseases. Cattle should also be given healthy and nutritious food consisting of roughage, fibre concentrates, and high levels of proteins and other nutrients.

Cattle’s should be housed in proper cattle-houses and should be kept in well ventilated roofs to prevent them from harsh weather conditions such as heat, cold, and rain. Regular baths and proper brushing should be ensured to control diseases. Also, time-to-time check ups by a veterinary doctor for symptoms of various diseases should be undertaken.

Answer 2

To improve the quality & quantity of milk production, one should take care of the following points:

(i) Proper feeding of the cattle with good quality of food.

(ii)Clean and hygienic environment for cattles.

(iii)Proper medication.

(iv)Veterinary supervision.

(v)Selection of good breeds having high yielding capacity combined with resistance to disease.

(vi)Quality of bree