Explanation should include

• vacuum
• milker unit
• electrical systems
• air lines
• sanitation systems
• robotic milking system.

Teacher Resource: Junior Dairymen’s Contest, Virginia FFA

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are some recent developments and improvements in milking equipment?
• How often should milking equipment components be cleaned?
• How important is water in the cleaning of milking equipment?
• What resources are available when more than regular maintenance is needed?
• Why is it important to establish a consistent routine for using milking equipment?
• What temperature should milk be cooled to, and in what time period?
• Why is it essential to establish a preventive service schedule for the maintenance of wear and tear parts?