Be sure utensils are washed and sanitized properly. Utensils should be designed to make washing and sanitizing as easy as possible. Be sure water used for washing, rinsing, or cooling is not polluted. Wells should be protected against surface drainage and underground seepage. Control fiies, and keep milkhouse screened.
Flies carry many bacteria on their bodies.
Milk handlers should keep their hands clean and avoid contaminating milk or utensils. Get a dairy farm inspection sheet from your dairy field representative. Mark the items where you need to improve. Guides for Producing Good Flavored Milk 1. Do not feed silage and other strong-fiavored feeds before milking.