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L N Freitas¹, P H R Cerqueira², H Z Marques¹

¹1Animal Science Department,'Luiz de Queiroz' School of Agriculture,University of São Paulo,Av Padua Dias,13418-900 Piracicaba,São Paulo,Brazil.

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Summary

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Farmer motivations and barriers significantly influence bulk tank somatic cell count (BTSCC), a key indicator of mastitis in dairy herds. Understanding these human factors is crucial for effective mastitis control and improving milk quality.

Keywords:

barriers behavior mastitis motivations somatic cell count

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Medicine
Animal Science
Agricultural Economics

Background:

Mastitis is a prevalent dairy herd disease globally.
Bulk tank somatic cell count (BTSCC) indicates herd infection levels.
Human factors are recognized as a significant risk in mastitis transmission.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate if farmer motivations and perceived barriers explain variations in BTSCC.
To understand the influence of human behavior on mastitis prevalence.

Main Methods:

Study conducted on 75 dairy farms in southern Brazil.
Data collected via Likert scale surveys during farmer interviews.
Structural equation modeling used to analyze variable relationships.

Main Results:

Farmer behavior, driven by motivations and barriers, explains BTSCC variation.
Positive correlations found between motivations and BTSCC.
Positive correlations found between barriers and BTSCC.

Conclusions:

Farmer motivations and barriers are key determinants of BTSCC.
The Fogg Behavior Model effectively explains human influence on mastitis control.
Consulting services should address human factors to reduce barriers and improve milk quality.