What is the main purpose of maintaining a clean milking environment?
Correct answer: A. To reduce contamination of milk and udder infections
- A. To reduce contamination of milk and udder infections
- B. To increase the fat percentage of every milk sample
- C. To make cows produce milk without a dry period
- D. To replace the need for balanced feed management
Explanation
Clean housing, udders, hands, and equipment reduce bacterial contamination of milk and lower the risk of mastitis. Cleanliness supports milk quality but cannot replace proper nutrition, milking technique, or herd health control.
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