Part of this program includes using high quality teat dips.
Many producers use teat dips which are mixed up from concentrate solutions.
Dr. John Kirk, UCCE Extension Veterinarian, relays some interesting discussion points on dips mixed from concentrate brought up at last year's National Mastitis Council Conference. The Teat Dip Committee discussed factors which contribute to failures of teat dips mixed from concentrates. Most of the failure concern was over the quality of the water being used to mix up the dips. Poor water quality can negatively impact the quality of your teat dip. Many dip manufactures will test the water quality for their customers.