The Effects of Udder Types on Milk Production and Quality in Sheep

Abstract

The placement of the teats on the udder in sheep affects the amount of milk remaining in the udder during both udderfeeding and milking, and in parallel, the amount and quality of milk we will obtain is affected. Udder characteristics are controlled in terms of genetic and environmental factors. Udder cleaning, attachment of the udder to the body, placement of the teat, udder shape and teat size are the features commonly used in selection programs. For this reason, the relationship between udder characteristics and milk yield in sheep and its usability in genetic breeding have been the subject of many studies In this study, studies on the effects of udder types on milk yields and milk components were examined. In addition, it is thought that it will be beneficial to use the characteristics of udder types in addition to the yield records and pedigree information used in the breeding of dairy sheep.