Coliform mastitis, a more acute form of mastitis caused by the E.coli bacteria, can seriously affect a cow's milk production levels, even more so than more common forms of mastitis.

Dairy cows are most susceptible to new intramammary infections during the dry period. Infection acquired during that period can have a significant impact on milk production, milk quality, herd remo… ...

Counting high cost of Ecoli. E COLI mastitis cases cost an average of £125 each and it is the most common form of the disease on UK dairy farms, accounting for 40% of cases.