Selective drying programmes for dairy cows will be ready to be introduced on farms in the V4 region. They will involve the analysis of risk factors for mastitis occurrence during individual stages of lactation based on the results of veterinary and profitability control. In addition, cows’ immunity will be supported by supplements with selected antioxidant nutrients (selenium, zinc, vitamin E, C) and organic additives (humic acids).  These measures will help prevent mastitis in dairy cows and improve dairy herd management leading to reduction in the use of antimicrobials and improved milk quality.

The project research team will develop a formula for a new teat dipping preparation based on lactobacilli (patent pre-submission stage). In addition to mastitis prevention, this non-antibiotic treatment will help reduce the risk of developing antimicrobial resistance of udder pathogens.

The methodological guidelines for farmers will offer valuable knowledge and practical advice aimed at preventing mastitis, reducing antimicrobial use, and improving milk quality.

The research team’s findings from the different stages of the project will be published in a scientific journal registered in the Web of Science or Scopus databases.