How to milk a cow
  • 1. What is the primary purpose of milking a cow?
A) To extract milk for human consumption or other uses.
B) To keep the cow clean.
C) To exercise the cow's udder.
D) To make the cow happy.
  • 2. Before milking, what should you do to the cow's teats?
A) Apply essential oils.
B) Leave them dirty.
C) Clean and sanitize them.
D) Pull them forcefully.
  • 3. What is mastitis?
A) An infection of the udder.
B) A type of cow feed.
C) A type of milking machine.
D) A breed of cow.
  • 4. What is the 'foremilk'?
A) The last milk extracted.
B) Milk used for making cheese.
C) The first few squirts of milk.
D) Milk given to calves.
  • 5. Why is it important to discard the foremilk?
A) It's not nutritious.
B) It tastes bad.
C) It's too thin.
D) It may contain bacteria and have a higher somatic cell count.
  • 6. What is the ideal stimulation time before milking?
A) 30-60 seconds
B) 5 minutes
C) No stimulation is needed.
D) 5 seconds
  • 7. What is a common method of hand milking?
A) Pinching.
B) Tapping.
C) Fisting or stripping.
D) Slapping.
  • 8. What is the purpose of teat dipping after milking?
A) To prevent bacteria from entering the teat canal.
B) To make the teats look shiny.
C) To keep flies away.
D) To moisturize the teats.
  • 9. Which of these is an advantage of machine milking?
A) Produces better-tasting milk.
B) More relaxing for the cow.
C) Requires no cleaning.
D) Faster and more efficient.
  • 10. What is 'let-down' in relation to milking?
A) The process of pasteurization.
B) The act of separating cream.
C) The release of milk from the udder.
D) The spilling of milk.
  • 11. What hormone is primarily responsible for milk let-down?
A) Estrogen
B) Oxytocin
C) Insulin
D) Adrenaline
  • 12. What should the pulsation rate of a milking machine be?
A) Around 100-120 cycles per minute.
B) Around 50-60 cycles per minute.
C) It doesn't matter.
D) Around 10-20 cycles per minute.
  • 13. What is the purpose of the vacuum in a milking machine?
A) To draw milk out of the teat.
B) To scare the cow.
C) To massage the udder.
D) To clean the teats.
  • 14. What does SCC stand for?
A) Somatic Cell Count
B) Standard Cow Count
C) Secret Cow Code
D) Super Cow Cream
  • 15. A high SCC in milk indicates what?
A) Possible infection or inflammation.
B) Excellent milk quality.
C) High protein content.
D) High butterfat content.
  • 16. How often should milking equipment be cleaned and sanitized?
A) Once a month.
B) After each milking.
C) Only when visibly dirty.
D) Once a week.
  • 17. What is the ideal temperature for storing milk?
A) Room temperature.
B) Below 40°F (4°C)
C) It doesn't matter.
D) Above 60°F (16°C)
  • 18. What is important regarding the cow's tail when milking?
A) Keep it out of the way or tie it.
B) Pull on it to calm the cow.
C) Decorate it with ribbons.
D) Let it swing freely.
  • 19. Why is a consistent milking routine important?
A) To reduce stress for the cow and optimize milk production.
B) To save time for the farmer.
C) To make the milk taste better.
D) It's not important.
  • 20. What is colostrum?
A) Milk with added vitamins.
B) The first milk produced after calving, rich in antibodies.
C) Milk used for making yogurt.
D) The last milk produced before drying off.
  • 21. Why is colostrum important for newborn calves?
A) It makes their fur shiny.
B) It cures all diseases.
C) It provides essential antibodies for immunity.
D) It helps them grow faster.
  • 22. What is meant by 'drying off' a cow?
A) Stopping milk production before calving.
B) Cleaning the cow's udder.
C) Moving the cow to a dry pasture.
D) Making the cow thirsty.
  • 23. When should a cow be dried off?
A) Never, cows should always produce milk.
B) Approximately 60 days before her next calving.
C) Immediately after calving.
D) Only if she is sick.
  • 24. What is a teat sealant used for?
A) To make the teats look nicer.
B) To lubricate the milking machine.
C) To treat mastitis.
D) To prevent bacteria from entering the teat canal during the dry period.
  • 25. What is a benefit of providing feed to cows during milking?
A) It helps to keep them calm and still.
B) It increases milk production significantly.
C) It makes the milk taste sweeter.
D) It is not necessary.
  • 26. What should you do if you notice blood in the milk?
A) Keep milking and ignore it.
B) Filter the milk carefully.
C) Stop milking that quarter and consult a veterinarian.
D) Dilute the milk with water.
  • 27. What type of gloves should be worn during milking?
A) No gloves are necessary
B) Gardening gloves
C) Welding gloves
D) Clean, single-use gloves
  • 28. What is the most important factor to consider when selecting a milking location?
A) How scenic the location is
B) The temperature
C) Cleanliness
D) Proximity to the house
  • 29. What is the term for milk that comes from cows treated with antibiotics?
A) Vitamin enriched milk
B) Condensed milk
C) Drug residue
D) Organic Milk
  • 30. How can you avoid causing pain to the cow during milking?
A) By milking quickly
B) By shouting encouraging words
C) By tying the cow tightly
D) By using gentle and consistent techniques
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