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In addition, damp bedding also aids the movement of faeces onto the udder and this promotes a favourable environment for mastitis bacteria.” However, Dr Reeve says cow health and comfort can be significantly improved by using a particularly absorbent bedding conditioner with added disinfectant at housing. And he strongly advocates the use of bespoke bedding conditioner products over cheaper alternatives such as lime. “Lime is often used to absorb moisture in cubicles and although as an alkali it does have some bacterial kill properties, it is also an irritant to udders,” he points out. “On the other hand, specialist bedding conditioner products are much gentler on the udder. Dri Li Plus, in particular, has independent data showing significant moisture absorbency potential and, most importantly, proven bacterial kill rates. And the faster bacteria like E.coli and S. uberis are knocked out in the housed environment, the more likely your cubicle management regime will pay off in terms of lower somatic cell counts and healthier, more comfortable cows,” he says. - ends - Picture supplied: Caption: straw bedding improves cow comfort, but if damp also provides the perfect environment for harmful bugs to thrive. Note to Editors: C&H Nutrition is a FEMAS-approved feed trade-marketing partner representing the agricultural interests of  HYPERLINK "http://www.chance-hunt.co.uk" \t "_blank" Chance and Hunt Limited – a subsidiary of the  HYPERLINK "http://www.azelis.com" \t "_blank" Azelis Group, a pan-European speciality chemicals business. C&H Nutrition supplies a range of products to the agricultural and animal feed industry. Representing both UK and international manufacturers, its developing product range includes major mineral sources for animal feeds, speciality nutritional feed additives, processing and preservation aids for on-farm feeds and forages, and hygiene products. November 18, 2008 Further information from: Dr Alan Reeve C&H Nutrition Tel: 01928 793087 Issued by David Butler, ABC Ltd Tel: 01694 731777 E-mail:  HYPERLINK "mailto:david@abccomms.co.uk" david@abccomms.co.uk The text of this news release can be downloaded directly from the ABC Press Centre at  HYPERLINK "http://www.agricomm.co.uk" www.abccomms.co.uk LY^d† Œ ‘ š l  ћ ќ  } ~ Д Е Ь Э ф х   ! 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