LFP 221: Livestock Farm Practice (0+1)

IMPORTANCE

• Proper cleaning and sanitation removes most of germs and parasites alongwith dirt, thereby remaining germs are few in number and possibly in weaken condition so as to be harmless under ordinary condition. Following are the main points in this context
  • Proper sanitation discovers causes of all preventable diseases.
  • It helps to devise means of rendering the causes ineffective if not removal of the causes of spread of diseases.
  • Helps in providing the most favourable conditions of life in respect of water, air, well sanitized sheds etc.
  • Helps in increasing the efficiency of animals.
  • Prevents economic losses due to infection.
  • Helps in development and growth of animals, makes life vigorous and productive.
  • Lower the rate of mortality and increases the longevity of animals.
  • Prevents occurrence of diseases and establishes conditions that ensure preservation of health.
  • Helps in minimizing contamination and production of good quality milk and milk products.
  • Helps dairy man to learn and make continous efforts at improvement.