The recent spell of hot weather followed by showery conditions has created ideal circumstances for a rapid increase in fly populations across grazing systems. While flies are often regarded as little more than a nuisance, they can play a significant role in the spread of summer mastitis – a disease that continues to cause serious […]
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Summer mastitis predominantly occurs during the warm summer months with cattle out at pasture. The disease changes little over the years, affecting the same farms year after year and often just certain fields on those farms. The disease affects non-lactating cows, but can also affect replacement heifers, leading to devastating consequences. Very few affected quarters […]