INFLUÊNCIA DO MANEJO PRÉ E PÓS-ORDENHA NA OCORRÊNCIA E NO CONTROLE DA MASTITE BOVINA EM REBANHOS LEITEIROS

Abstract

Bovine mastitis is one of the main diseases affecting dairy farming, with direct repercussions on productivity, milk quality, and the economic viability of production systems. This study aimed to analyze the influence of pre- and post-milking management practices on the occurrence and control of mastitis in dairy herds, highlighting the main recommended procedures and their relationship with hygienicsanitary indicators. A bibliographic review was conducted based on scientific articles, technical documents, and national and international regulations, with emphasis on recent data. The results showed that the systematic implementation of pre- and postmilking protocols, including teat cleaning, individual drying, forestripping using a strip cup, and post-milking disinfection, is associated with a significant reduction in the rates of new intramammary infections, somatic cell count (SCC), and total bacterial count (TBC), contributing to the prevention of clinical and subclinical mastitis. Furthermore, inadequate practices, such as the collective use of cloths for drying or the absence of pre- and post-dipping, were associated with higher SCC and TBC levels, compromising compliance with the parameters established by Normative Instruction No. 76/2018 (Brazil, 2018) and leading to relevant economic losses. It is concluded that the standardization and consistent adherence to milking procedures represent strategic tools for the control of bovine mastitis, requiring integration between technical knowledge, workforce training, and policies that encourage milk quality.