Study of the Content of Somatic Cells in Cow’s Milk in Armenia

Authors

  • E.B. Balayan, A.E. Araksyants

Keywords:

somatic cells, mastitis, high quality milk, healthy animals

Abstract

The aim of the research is to understand the quality of milk and the state of
animal health in Armenia, using the Somatic Cell Counts (SCC) as an indicator.
As a result, we have received a clear map of milk quality in five regions of the
Republic of Armenia, the data of which are extremely alarming. According to
the SCC, 12 % of 135 animals have clinical mastitis, 23 % have developed
mastitis and the remaining 65 % do not have mastitis. To improve the quality
of milk and the state of animal health, we suggested that processing companies
apply a financial scheme of incentives and penalties to suppliers.

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Published

2023-08-24

How to Cite

E.B. Balayan, A.E. Araksyants. (2023). Study of the Content of Somatic Cells in Cow’s Milk in Armenia. AgriScience and Technology, 4(76). Retrieved from https://journal.anau.am/index.php/anau/article/view/389

Issue

Vol. 4 No. 76 (2021): “AgriScience and Technology” scientific journal

Section

Veterinary Science and Breeding Techniques

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