Bulletin of the IDF N° 076/1973 – A monograph on bovine mastitis
By a Group of Experts Methods of mastitis control and the organisation of mastitis control schemes are reviewed. A proposal for a basic systematic control system is given. The current (mostly 1970/1971) situation in a number of countries is described in an appendix. Part I of this Monograph was published in 1971 (IDF document 60). […]
Factsheet of the IDF N°48/2026: IDF Dairy Cattle Welfare Forum: Key Insights from the 2025 Meeting
The Third IDF Dairy Cattle Welfare Forum was convened on October 17, 2025, in Santiago, Chile, as a pre-conference event to the IDF World Dairy Summit. The Forum brought together leaders responsible for developing or implementing dairy cattle welfare assurance programs to exchange experiences, discuss shared challenges, and explore future directions for strengthening animal welfare assurance across global dairy […]
IDF Animal Health Report n°19
This edition focuses on biosecurity, one of the most effective, science-based strategies to prevent disease and promote animal welfare. Biosecurity measures whether controlling animal and visitor movements, improving housing conditions and hygiene, or strengthening herd monitoring form the first line of defence against infectious threats. Prevention reduces the risk of outbreaks; limits pathogen spread and […]
IDF Symposium on Opportunities and Insights in the Camelid Dairy Sector – Watch on Demand
Camelids contribute meaningfully to sustainable food systems, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions. Their role supports several Sustainable Development Goals, including food security, poverty alleviation, and climate resilience. As demand increases in both traditional and new markets, camel milk is gaining global attention for its different composition and functional qualities. However, this requires specialized processing […]
Bulletin of the IDF N°536/2025: The IDF Guide to Prudent Use of Antimicrobial Agents in Dairy Production 2.0
Antimicrobial resistance is an urgent global health challenge, and if left unaddressed, has the risk of growing out of control. The fluid nature of the microbial genome means that activities in either the medical, veterinary, or environmental sectors are likely to have impacts on each of the others. In this context, the livestock production sector […]
Bulletin of the IDF N°534/2025: Managing Heat Stress in Dairy Cattle
Heat stress in dairy animals contributes to significant economic losses worldwide and has been escalating recently due to global warming and increased yield. These losses used to occur primarily in hot climates but are now a reality in almost all dairy-producing areas across the globe. As a result, the International Dairy Federation (IDF) established an action team in late […]
IDF Animal Health Report N°18
This edition is dedicated to the best practices in AMR within the dairy sector. Based on the One Health, we look at the actions from a holistic perspective, bringing together human, animal and environmental health. With the aim of enhancing the support we have provided to our membership for decades on this topic, while being a recognized knowledge […]
Bulletin of the IDF N° 011/1962 – Loose barn housing of dairy cows – Kumyss
Loose barn housing of dairy cows By Dr H. Baumgartner, Switzerland A short review of present concepts on the loose barn housing of dairy cows with special emphasis on milk production and milk hygiene. Kumyss By Prof. P.J. Berlin, USSR Manufacture, quality factors, composition, curative value, etc. of Kumyss, a popular product in large areas […]
Bulletin of IDF N° 023/1964 – Production, processing and consumption of goat’s milk and derived products – Development of dairy cattle and of the dairy industry in Republics of the Soviet Union with warm climatic conditions
Production, processing and consumption of goat’s milk and derived products By Mr Matallana, Spain The report gives information (for 1962/1963) on production (number of goats. production per animal and total), utilization. processing, consumption, etc. of goat’s milk in 30 countries both members and non members of the Federation. Development of dairy cattle and of the […]
Factsheet of the IDF N°41/2024 : Feed additives: A focus on reducing enteric methane emissions
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