The livestock industry plays an important role in the Colombian economy, however, the livestock industry is threatened by various diseases that can lead to a sharp decline in cow numbers and affect production, so it is important to know the most troublesome diseases for ranchers. (continue reading Livestock background: Milk production represents a commodity of high nutritional value )
1. Hand, foot and mouth disease: This highly contagious viral disease can spread rapidly and wreak havoc on dairy cows.say pathology Causes fever, blistering of the mouth and hooves, leading to lameness This ultimately leads to a drop in milk production.
Colombia has faced outbreaks of foot-and-mouth disease in the past, leading to mass slaughter of cattle herds and restrictions on exports of livestock products.
2. Mastitis: Mastitis is an inflammation of the mammary glands that can negatively affect milk quality. Disease-causing bacteria can enter the udder through a break in the skin or during milking.
this lead to reduced milk productionAs well as an increase in somatic cells and the presence of pus in milk, which affects its commercial and nutritional value.
3. Brucellosis: This is a bacterial disease that can affect both livestock and humans.In cows, this May cause miscarriage, infertility, and reduced milk production. In addition, brucellosis poses a risk to public health because it can be transmitted through the consumption of contaminated dairy products.
4. Leptospirosis: This is a disease that is spread through the urine of infected animals. This bacterial disease causes kidney and liver damage in cows. In addition to causing immediate health problems for livestock, Leptospirosis affects milk quality and reduce production.
5. Respiratory diseases: Several respiratory diseases, such as bovine pneumonia, affect Colombian dairy cattle.These disorders are often caused by bacteria or virusesand they can spread rapidly under crowded conditions.
Symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath and decreased food intake, which can affect milk production.
To combat these diseases, Implementation of appropriate management measures, including regular vaccination, is essential, monitor livestock health and improve sanitation in livestock facilities. (continue reading Livestock background: 14 diseases not under official control hit Colombian cattle herd )
Apart from, Educating farmers on the importance of biosecurity and early detection of disease can play a vital role Prevent and control these threats to Colombian dairy cattle.