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