Foot and mouth disease – Practical considerations

The Dairy Standard Agency acts as the independent organization of the organised dairy industry with its members, MPO and Sampro. The main purpose of DSA is to promote the improvement of the quality of milk and other dairy products in the interest of the consumer and the industry. One of the 17 projects of the […]

Mycotoxins

The diet of a dairy cow is complex, being composed of various raw materials – what is the mycotoxin risk of these diets, and which raw materials carry the highest risk? What impact do these mycotoxins have on dairy cows’ health and performance? Furthermore, how can we detect mycotoxins and protect dairy cows? During this […]

The prudent use of antibiotics

Antibiotics have revolutionised the world of medicine, for both human and animal health. They are especially valuable in maintaining the high-health status of today’s incredibly efficient cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats and have played a critical role in keeping livestock healthy and productive. Nevertheless, for all their benefits, antibiotics also need to be used with […]

Brucellosis & TB – The importance of zoonoses in dairy

Zoonoses (transmission of disease or infection from animals to humans) is a reality and not a myth. Brucellosis and Tuberculosis (TB) is widespread across South Africa and poses a real risk to animals and humans. Therefore it needs our attention! The purpose of this presentation is to bring more clarity on definitions, how the diseases […]