DQA Herd Health Team

  • Targets responsible milk production practices
    • Matches weak milk production practices with specific skills and training
    • Periodic on-the-job training/retraining as course of business

  • Stresses safety for family and hired labor
    • Age appropriate tasks for employees and family members
    • Training on animal flight patterns/handling

  • Provides recognition for dairy
    • Positive press for DQA FIVE-STARSM dairies
    • Promotional brochure
    • Community support or labor force

  • Provides proof of responsible management
    • Written records kept for vaccinations
    • Sound veterinarian/client relationship

  • Encourages integrity of personnel
    • Doing their best every day