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Enhancing Dairy Farm Profitability by Addressing Somatic Cell Count: Insights from Ireland

This guide explores the challenges and strategies related to Somatic Cell Count (SCC) in Irish dairy farming. Highlighting insights from Finola McCoy, it emphasizes the significance of addressing high cell counts and mastitis to improve milk quality and profitability. With an average profit gain of €5,000 per farm, the guide advocates for a partnership approach, integrating support from Teagasc advisors, veterinary practitioners, and milking machine technicians. Key components include training, technical resources, and effective communication strategies to empower farmers and enhance milk quality.

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Enhancing Dairy Farm Profitability by Addressing Somatic Cell Count: Insights from Ireland

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  1. Tackling SCC:The Irish position and recent work Finola Mc Coy Moorepark

  2. “I don’t get much mastitis but I have a high cell count……”

  3. SCC infection Bacteria

  4. “well, there’s nothing in it for me.......why should I bother?”

  5. 94 cows, 40 hectare farm: =€133 profit/cow

  6. “It’s too difficult......nothing works......I can’t change it.....”

  7. Milk Quality advisor Teagasc advisor €uroMilk-Team Work Farmers Milking machine technician Vet

  8. Pilot group compared to all Glanbia suppliers Average bulk SCC 2000 - July 2010

  9. €5,000 gain per farm

  10. Example of 1st action plan

  11. Agreed, clear & consistent messages -best science & practice • Technical resources • IT solutions (ICBF) • Identify knowledge gaps • Social research-drivers/constraints

  12. Machine technician Veterinary practitioner Milk quality advisor Agreed science & practice Farm advisor Discussion group Discussion group Discussion group Discussion group

  13. A partnership approach • Autumn 2011 • Multidisciplinary training • Create regional networks • Build technical capacity Teagasc adviser Vet Milking Machine Technician Milk Quality Adviser Farmer

  14. Communication strategy Technical resources Industry targets • Phase 1-discussion group pilot • Milk Quality Awards • Service provider networks & capabilities • Programme evaluation

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