Bacteriology: Mastitis Culture (Dairy Cattle)

Mastitis is a common and costly disease affecting dairy cattle. It leads to decreased milk production, altered milk quality, and increased veterinary costs. Farmlab’s mastitis culture test identifies the specific bacteria causing infection, enabling targeted antibiotic treatment that helps restore udder health and milk quality.

The test involves culturing milk samples from infected quarters to identify the causative bacteria, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus uberis, and E. coli. Accurate identification is crucial for selecting the appropriate treatment, minimising the risk of antibiotic resistance, and reducing the economic impact of mastitis.

Based in Elphin, Co. Roscommon, Farmlab provides reliable testing services to help dairy farmers manage mastitis effectively. Learn more on our about us page, or contact us for expert assistance.